Work Here?
About Knowde
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Consumer Goods
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$180.8M
Headquarters
San Jose, California
Founded
2017
Overview
Knowde operates a digital marketplace specifically for the chemical industry, connecting buyers and suppliers for seamless transactions. Users can search for, sample, quote, and purchase products from over 8,000 suppliers, accessing the world's largest catalog of chemicals, ingredients, and polymers in one location. The platform also features a concierge service that manages transaction details to ensure efficiency and quick responses. Knowde serves a wide range of clients, from large corporations like Unilever and DSM to smaller suppliers focused on sustainability, and caters to various sectors including automotive, agriculture, and packaging. Unlike many competitors, Knowde's extensive catalog and dedicated concierge service set it apart, aiming to simplify the purchasing process in a complex global market.
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Increased focus on sustainability drives demand for Knowde's platform.
- Digital transformation in the chemical industry creates expansion opportunities for Knowde.
- Growing e-commerce in B2B transactions boosts adoption of Knowde's marketplace.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition could erode Knowde's market share.
- Valuation cut in Series C funding may indicate investor concerns.
- Reliance on large corporations poses a risk if they switch platforms.
What makes Knowde unique
- Knowde hosts the world's largest catalog of chemicals, ingredients, and polymers.
- The platform offers a concierge service for efficient transaction handling.
- Knowde's SAP-certified S/4HANA MDG connector streamlines product data management.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Funding
Total Funding
$180.8M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
4 Rounds
Coatue Management
General CatalystIndustry standards
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Professional Development Budget
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 0%1 year growth
↑ 0%2 year growth
↑ 0%That's why Knowde is proud to announce the launch of its new SAP-certified S/4HANA MDG connector, designed to streamline product data management and enhance workflow efficiency for manufacturers, suppliers and distributors.
Knowde recently announced the company has closed a $60 million Series C funding round led by Blue Cloud Ventures, Point72 Private Investments, and Socium Ventures.
Knowde, a B2B digital marketplace for the chemical industry, secured $60 million in a Series C funding round, bringing its total funding to $175 million. The company plans to use the funds to enhance its AI-backed master data management platform and develop new vertical applications. Companies like Kalustyan Corp. and Quadra Corp. use Knowde’s technology to digitize and manage complex product data, improving customer engagement and searchability.
Chemical marketplace Knowde has raised a $60 million Series C round that values it lower than its 2021 Series B.
Harcros Chemicals President & CEO, Mark Hamilton, joins Knowde CEO, Ali Amin-Javaheri, to share his insights into shifting customer expectations and talk through the importance of having an organized digital product catalog for both internal teams and customers.
There are no jobs for Knowde right now.
Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today
About Knowde
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Consumer Goods
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$180.8M
Headquarters
San Jose, California
Founded
2017
There are no jobs for Knowde right now.
Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today