FlamePowders is a materials design and manufacturing company using a proprietary technology to fabricate functional powders with diameters ranging from 10–100 nm. Its patented Carboxy Process enables the large-scale production of homogeneous, high-quality superfine particles at a very competitive price. In addition to quality improvements, FlamePowders products enable its customers to realize significant cost reductions. Target markets include 3-way catalysts for automotive exhaust gas treatment, polishing materials, electronic materials, and biocompatible ceramics for medical implants. Development for additional markets is underway. FlamePowders is a spin-off of the ETH Zurich, and the company holds an exclusive license for exploiting the Carboxy Technology patented by the ETH.