About Cabeco
Located in Sainghin-en-Mélantois, Hauts-de-France, the cosmetic lab Cabeco transforms coffee industry waste into active ingredients. Through its patented process, Cabeco:
- Converts 100kg of waste coffee grounds into 100kg of active ingredients
- Uses zero-waste extraction to collect bioavailable molecules
- Supports small coffee farmers through regenerative agriculture
- Develops sustainable cosmetic ingredients
As a member of the Center for Circular Economy in Coffee, Cabeco advances green chemistry and clean beauty standards in the French cosmetics industry.
Frequently asked questions
Cabeco operates in the cosmetic ingredients sector with the following activities:
- Raw material processing
- Collection of coffee grounds from lyophilization industry
- Processing through patented extraction methods
- Production of bioavailable active molecules
- Active ingredient production
- 1:1 conversion ratio from coffee grounds
- Extraction of bioactive compounds
- Molecule preservation processes
The company transforms coffee industry by-products into cosmetic ingredients through zero-waste processes.
Cabeco employs the following technological framework:
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| Industry Integration |
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Cabeco’s supply chain operates through multiple channels:
- Raw material sourcing
- Partnerships with lyophilization facilities
- Coffee processing plants
- Agricultural cooperatives
- Farming network
- Small-scale coffee producers
- Regenerative agriculture practitioners
- Coffee plant preservation areas
The company maintains connections with coffee producers through its Regenerative Agriculture program.
More details about Cabeco
Innovative cosmetic development in Northern France
Located in Sainghin-en-Mélantois, in the Hauts-de-France region, Cabeco operates as a cosmetic lab that transforms coffee grounds into valuable cosmetic ingredients through an innovative process.
A unique approach to sustainable beauty
At the heart of France’s growing sustainable cosmetics sector, Cabeco has developed a patented extraction method that converts coffee grounds from the lyophilization industry into active ingredients. This process achieves a remarkable 100% conversion rate, where 100kg of coffee waste yields 100kg of active ingredients.
Scientific expertise and innovation
The lab’s scientific team has identified specific bioactive molecules in coffee grounds and created a proprietary extraction process that maintains their beneficial properties. This approach combines modern technology with principles of green chemistry to create effective cosmetic ingredients.
Supporting circular economy in the beauty industry
As a member of the Center for Circular Economy in Coffee, Cabeco demonstrates its commitment to sustainability. The company’s work extends beyond the lab, participating in regenerative agriculture programs that support small-scale coffee farmers and protect coffee plants from overexploitation.
Zero-waste transformation process
The facility in Sainghin-en-Mélantois houses state-of-the-art equipment for the zero-waste extraction of bioavailable molecules. This process represents a significant advancement in upcycling within the cosmetic industry, turning what was once considered waste into valuable ingredients.
Environmental impact and future outlook
By establishing its operations in the Hauts-de-France region, Cabeco contributes to the area’s growing reputation as a hub for sustainable innovation. The company’s work aligns with France’s position as a leader in the clean beauty movement, while addressing global challenges in waste reduction and sustainable resource use.
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