Yuan Yi Biotechnology

Yuan Yi Biotechnology is a Chinese synthetic biology company specializing in the microbial production of high-value natural products for the healthcare, nutrition, and pharmaceutical industries. The company utilizes its proprietary Microbial Cell Factory platform to engineer microorganisms for the sustainable biosynthesis of complex molecules, such as astaxanthin and zeaxanthin. By leveraging advanced metabolic engineering and fermentation technologies, Yuan Yi provides a green, cost-effective alternative to traditional chemical synthesis and plant extraction methods. The company's product portfolio is expanding to include pharmaceutical intermediates and functional food ingredients aimed at addressing oxidative stress and eye health. Supported by prominent investors like Hillhouse Capital and Matrix Partners, Yuan Yi is scaling its industrial-grade manufacturing capabilities to serve global markets.