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Overview
Tidal Vision converts crustacean shell waste into chitosan and sells it as a usable biopolymer to water treatment, textiles, and agriculture. The company is vertically integrated, controlling sourcing, production, and formulation in the United States, and follows a circular-economy approach. Its products include water-treatment flocculants that remove pollutants, anti-odor fabrics for textiles, and biopesticides for agriculture. The goal is to provide sustainable, safer biopolymer solutions that reduce waste and expand the use of chitosan across industries while maintaining a steady, high-quality supply.
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What believers are saying
- Milliken announced its investment on October 26, 2026, widening distribution access.
- The February 2025 $140 million Series B funded production, R&D, and new facilities.
- Clear Water Services adds 200-plus water-treatment sites and recurring field data advantages.
What critics are saying
- Lucchesi v. Tidal Vision Products entered mediation in 2026, signaling labor exposure.
- Mark Dodd litigation in Wyoming shows customer and trade-secret disputes are still active.
- Texas, Ohio, and Europe expansions require flawless execution; one plant failure crushes growth.
What makes Tidal Vision unique
- Tidal Vision remains the only U.S. commercial-scale chitosan producer in 2026.
- Craig Kasberg's zero-waste Chitofining process converts shells into water, farm, and textile products.
- Milliken partnered in October 2026, validating Tidal Vision's biodegradable chemistry platform.
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