Clean Food Group’s Fermented Clean Oil 25 Achieves Cosmetics Approval in Major Markets

A Milestone in Sustainable Innovation with THG LABS and Croda

Pioneering Biotech Collaboration Drives Clean Oil Adoption in Beauty Industry

Clean Food Group’s Fermented Clean Oil 25 Secures Cosmetics Approval in Major Markets

London, UK — In a groundbreaking development for the beauty and personal care industry, Clean Food Group (CFG) has announced that its innovative fermented Clean Oil 25 has received cosmetics approval in the UK, Europe, and the United States. This sustainable alternative to traditional oils is set to revolutionize skin and hair care formulations, marking a significant milestone in the commercialization of CFG’s proprietary Clean OilCell technology platform.

The announcement was made during the BBIA UK BioFinance Summit 2025, where CFG’s technical lead, Professor Chris Chuck, emphasized the importance of collaborative innovation. “The announcement of our cosmetics approval is a brilliant example of the pioneering biotech innovation being driven in the UK today,” he stated. “It highlights the critical role of partnerships across supply chains and manufacturing in bridging biotech innovation to commercial scale and success.”

A Pivotal Step Toward Sustainable Solutions

CFG’s CEO, Alex Neves, expressed enthusiasm about the approval, calling it a pivotal step in their mission to provide sustainable solutions for global supply chains. “This gives brands the confidence to adopt Clean Oil 25 in their formulations, supporting efficacy and responsibility without compromise,” he said. Neves credited the collaboration with industry leaders THG LABS and Croda as instrumental in achieving this milestone.

Kristal Goodman, head of product innovation at THG LABS, echoed this sentiment, stating, “Innovation has the greatest impact when it moves beyond the lab and onto the shelf. THG LABS’ formulation expertise has helped take Clean Food Group’s brilliant biotech breakthrough and prove it’s commercially viable with real-world product development and scalable manufacturing for the beauty and personal care industry.”

Collaboration at Its Best

Damian Kelly, vice president of innovation and technology development at Croda, highlighted the significance of this collaboration. “Croda has a successful and proud history of supporting innovation partners and customers to develop and commercialize new technology. This collaboration is a great example of UK industry, big and small, working together to solve global market challenges.”

The rigorous approval process was supported by Delphic HSE, a safety and regulatory consulting firm, ensuring that Clean Oil 25 meets the stringent compliance standards required for cosmetic applications.

As Clean Food Group prepares for the next phase of its journey, the cosmetics industry is poised to embrace this sustainable innovation, paving the way for a greener future in beauty and personal care.