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2026.10.09PRESS

[Food Loss Reduction Month] Scallop-Shell Material "SeaFect®" Joins the Freshness Preservation Technology WT of Japan's Food Tech Public-Private Council (opens in a new tab) (Japanese)

October is Food Loss Reduction Month in Japan. To accelerate food applications of SeaFect®, a marine calcium material made from scallop shells, a by-product of the fisheries industry, Shelltas Co., Ltd. has joined the Freshness Preservation Technology Working Team (WT) of the Food Tech Public-Private Council, whose secretariat is Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

2026.05.20EVENT

Selected as Featured Start-up at Blue Food Innovation Summit 2026 (London)

Presenting SeaFect marine upcycling and Water OS closed-loop aquaculture infrastructure to global aquaculture investors in London.

01 — CO-CREATION

Transforming discarded resources
into values that reshape the world.

Explore Co-Creation TracksSeaFect / Water OS Science

Upcycling industrial shell waste into high-value natural bio-materials through Shelltas deep-tech.

As the world shifts toward non-chemical solutions, we deliver uncompromised efficacy without harsh synthetic agents.

150,000+tons/yr

Scallop Shell Byproduct Target

3.0x

Solubility vs Global Standard

0cal/g

Zero Exothermic Hydration Heat

99.98%

Viral Inactivation & Antimicrobial

SHELLTAS CO-CREATION PHILOSOPHY

Why Partner with Shelltas

Nearly 150,000 tons of scallop shells are discarded in Japan each year. Rather than treating them as waste, we transform them into ultra-pure, life-enhancing bio-minerals.

OUR PRINCIPLESCore Principle: "Spotlighting Hidden Technologies"
01PHILOSOPHY

Circular Economy Maximization

Repurposing massive marine byproducts into patented bio-calcium SeaFect, directly aligning corporate partners with verifiable ESG and circular economy goals.

02PHILOSOPHY

Uncompromised Non-Chemical Performance

Amid global mandates reducing synthetic biocides and pesticides, SeaFect delivers powerful antimicrobial, plant-strengthening, and water-purifying performance with zero toxicity.

03PHILOSOPHY

Full-Cycle Technical Partnership

Beyond raw material supply, our engineering team works alongside you through laboratory feasibility, pilot trials, custom compounding, and joint intellectual property.

PARADIGM SHIFT // NATURAL HIGH-PERFORMANCE

From Cheap Synthetic Chemicals to High-Performance, Persistent Natural Bio-Minerals

Historically, industry relied on the convention that potent efficacy meant cheap synthetic chemicals. Today, previously discarded marine shell byproducts reveal an extraordinary new paradigm: 100% natural bio-minerals delivering superior, long-lasting performance without environmental toxicity. These untapped natural resources represent a thrilling frontier for sustainable industry.

Cosmetic Raw Ingredient Deployment

Active commercialization as functional cosmetic and skincare raw ingredients, leveraging non-irritating, distilled-water-tier dermal safety.

Globally Recognized Material & Overseas Shipping Track Record

Calcined shell powder is broadly recognized and approved by overseas governmental and regulatory authorities as a safe natural raw material. We have proven international shipping and export experience, fully supporting global co-creation projects and cross-border partnership.

CO-CREATION WELCOME

Open to Visionary Co-Creation Partners

We warmly welcome enterprise co-creation inquiries and paid sample evaluation across cosmetics, agriculture, aquaculture, sanitation, advanced materials, and global markets.

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4 PILLARS OF CO-CREATION

4 Pillars of Co-Creation

Leveraging Shelltas technological foundations to co-develop competitive products and sustainable industrial processes.

TRACK 01/FISHERIES & AQUACULTURE/3 to 6 Months (Pilot PoC)

Fisheries & Land-based Aquaculture Water OS

Target Partners: Aquaculture operators, seafood trading corporations, plant engineering firms, municipal authorities

Deploying Water OS to establish zero-exchange, antibiotic-free Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) powered by SeaFect mineral-microbial buffering.

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Key Deliverables & Support

  • •Species-specific mineral buffering formulation recipes
  • •Zero-exchange pilot trial data across test aquariums
  • •Continuous telemetry logs of ammonia breakdown and autonomous pH/ORP balance
  • •Commercial plant engineering blueprint & operational expenditure audit
IP & Governance Policy

Client farming operational data remains client-owned; Water OS and SeaFect application IP belongs to Shelltas.

Example Engagements
Zero water exchange land-based eel cultivationInland closed-loop prawn and shrimp production
TRACK 02/AGRICULTURE & BIO-STIMULANTS/1 to 2 Growing Seasons (approx. 3 to 6 months)

Precision Agri & Bio-stimulant Joint Development

Target Partners: Agricultural corporations, greenhouse operators, fertilizer & agrochemical firms, seed innovators

Harnessing SeaFect high-solubility bio-calcium solutions to fortify plant cell walls, prevent tip-burn, and reduce reliance on chemical pesticides.

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Key Deliverables & Support

  • •Crop-specific dilution, foliar, and hydroponic application protocols
  • •Comprehensive data pack on calcium absorption, sugar content (Brix), and yield gains
  • •Regulatory support for organic / JAS fertilizer certification
  • •Co-branded product specifications or OEM bulk supply framework
IP & Governance Policy

Cultivation protocols co-owned; joint patents for formulation applications negotiable.

Example Engagements
100% prevention of calcium tip-burn in tomatoes and berriesOrganic yield enhancement in vertical farming
TRACK 03/SANITATION & HYGIENE/3 to 6 Months

Non-Chemical Sanitation & Hygiene Formulations

Target Partners: CPG and toiletry manufacturers, food processing equipment firms, institutional cleaning companies

Combining strong alkalinity (pH 12+) with skin-gentle safety comparable to distilled water. Yields 99.98% viral inactivation and long-lasting odor neutralization.

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Key Deliverables & Support

  • •High-purity SeaFect aqueous solution and functional powder evaluation lots
  • •Third-party laboratory antimicrobial and antiviral efficacy test dossiers
  • •Primary dermal irritation and cellular safety documentation
  • •Packaging compatibility, formulation blending, and shelf-life stability reports
IP & Governance Policy

Product branding and application patents structured flexibly to benefit mutual commercial goals.

Example Engagements
Food-grade non-chemical disinfectant sprays for processing plantsHypoallergenic odor neutralizers for senior care & pets
TRACK 04/ADVANCED MATERIALS & COMPOUNDING/6 to 12 Months

Advanced Materials & Industrial Compounding

Target Partners: Polymer & chemical producers, building materials firms, eco-packaging manufacturers

Taking advantage of SeaFect non-heating hydration properties to compound with biodegradable plastics, resins, and building boards for antimicrobial, flame-retardant performance.

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Key Deliverables & Support

  • •Custom micro/nano particle-size controlled SeaFect powder trial batches
  • •Compounding and masterbatch physical property trial reports
  • •Benchmark test data on antibacterial, thermal, and mechanical durability
  • •Commercial raw material supply agreement and technical specifications
IP & Governance Policy

Joint patent filings for composite materials and manufacturing processes.

Example Engagements
Eco-friendly antibacterial bioplasticsNatural anti-mold architectural panels & soil conditioners
STRUCTURED ENGAGEMENT ROADMAP

The Co-Creation Engagement Roadmap

From bilateral NDA execution to sample evaluation, live pilot trials, and commercial manufacturing partnerships.

Co-creation roadmap: Weeks 1 to 2, Weeks 3 to 6, Months 2 to 4, Month 5 onwards
01

Technical Scoping & Bilateral NDA

Weeks 1 to 2
Tasks & Evaluation Scope
  • •Scoping technical challenges (crop disease, RAS water stability, compound specs)
  • •Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) execution to secure confidential formulations
  • •Initial feasibility review and technology alignment matrix
Gate Deliverable
Co-Creation Project Scope Document & Executed NDA
02

Paid Sample Evaluation & Laboratory Testing

Weeks 3 to 6
Tasks & Evaluation Scope
  • •Dispatch of evaluation SeaFect powder or aqueous dispersion samples (Fee applies)
  • •Conducting baseline compatibility, antimicrobial, or solubility trials in client lab
  • •Initial verification of targeted efficacy metrics (pH buffer, pathogen reduction)
Gate Deliverable
Laboratory Evaluation Report & Formulation Assessment
03

In-situ Pilot Trial (PoC)

Months 2 to 4
Tasks & Evaluation Scope
  • •Live trial deployment in greenhouse, aquaculture tank, or prototype production batch
  • •Comparative benchmarking against traditional chemical or filtration regimes
  • •Systematic measurement of survival rates, crop yield, or material durability
Gate Deliverable
Comprehensive PoC Findings & ROI Verification Report
04

Commercial Scale-Up & Supply Agreement

Month 5 Onwards
Tasks & Evaluation Scope
  • •Finalizing production formulations and mass-supply packaging specifications
  • •Execution of commercial OEM supply or Water OS licensing contracts
  • •Joint patent filings and marketing collateral support as co-creation partners
Gate Deliverable
Master Commercial Agreement & Joint IP Protocol
GET IN TOUCH

Co-Creation & Paid Sample Inquiry

Connect with our team to request SeaFect paid evaluation samples, discuss joint R&D projects in agriculture, fisheries, sanitation, or novel materials compounding. We respond within two business days.