Paint, skincare & pharma – cicada inspired protection
Paint, personal care, and pharmaceutical manufacturing all rely on chemical preservatives to prevent bacterial growth. XCIDA is rooted in research in materials and production technology and offers a sustainable, nature-inspired alternative.
At its core is a mineral-based additive where microscopic structures, inspired by cicada wings, physically destroy bacteria on contact. It works as an additive for existing water-based systems without altering colour, pH or consistency. Research to date has focused on validating the technology in the paint industry, but its application extends to personal care where parabens are being phased out and to biotech, where chemical additives can complicate cell‑based manufacturing of biological medicines. EU regulation is tightening and the industry needs a reliable long-term solution. XCIDA delivers exactly that, without compromising product performance.