Amyris Employee Directory
Biotechnology ResearchCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
Amyris is a biotechnology company focused on biomanufacturing specialized molecules for multiple industries, including flavors and fragrances, advanced materials, beauty and personal care, and food. It leverages fermentation to tailor and produce ingredients that improve product performance while supporting ecosystems and sustainability. Founded in 2003 with a humanitarian aim to make a lifesaving antimalarial compound more accessible via biotechnology, the firm has developed a platform that emphasizes precision and consistency in renewable biology. It operates as a vertically integrated organization, handling development, manufacturing, and supply of its ingredients. Based in Emeryville, California, the company serves a diverse customer base seeking renewable ingredients for consumer and industrial products. In May 2025, Amyris announced it would take full ownership of its RealSweet Brazilian plant by acquiring Ingredion’s stake in the joint venture, with Ingredion gaining exclusive access to its Reb M fermentation technology, reflecting a strategic reshaping of its manufacturing footprint.