CitroTech Forms Joint Venture with Hexion, Secures $6M Advance for Fire-Retardant IP Commercialization

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CitroTech Inc. established a 50/50 joint venture with Hexion Inc. to commercialize its fire-retardant IP, backed by up to $6.0 million in capital advances from Hexion.

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• Joint Venture Formation

  CitroTech Inc. and Hexion Inc. formed HexiTech LLC, a 50/50 joint venture, to develop, manufacture, commercialize, and sell products incorporating CitroTech's fire-retardant intellectual property (FR IP) in factory applications.

• Strategic Capital Advance

  Hexion Inc. committed to providing CitroTech Inc. with up to $6.0 million in advances prior to December 31, 2027, to fund CitroTech's capital contribution obligations to HexiTech LLC. These advances are interest-bearing and have specific repayment terms.

• IP Licensing Agreement

  CitroTech granted HexiTech an exclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to its FR IP within the defined field of use. If CitroTech exits the JV, the license continues perpetually, subject to a royalty on net sales.

• Performance-Based Distributions

  Hexion will receive 85% of distributions until HexiTech achieves $10 million in annual recurring revenue from product sales by March 31, 2028, after which distributions will become pro rata.

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CitroTech Inc. has entered into a strategic joint venture with Hexion Inc. to commercialize its fire-retardant intellectual property through a new 50/50 entity, HexiTech LLC. This partnership is highly significant as Hexion will provide CitroTech with up to $6.0 million in advances to fund its capital contribution obligations to the joint venture, ensuring the necessary resources for development and market entry. While the agreement includes provisions for Hexion to receive a priority share of distributions until specific commercialization targets are met, and outlines put/call options, the overall structure provides a clear path for the development and market entry of CitroTech's core technology with a substantial partner. This move de-risks the commercialization process and provides crucial capital.