Novozymes ( ) is a biotech-based company and the world’s largest producer of industrial enzymes and microorganisms, with a market share of approximately 47% for enzymes and 30-40% for microorganisms (2007) . The company’s products are used in more than 40 different industries to improve industrial processes and quality and save on water, energy, raw materials and waste. Novozymes markets approximately 700 different products worldwide.

Novozymes is headquartered in Denmark and employs approximately 5,000 people in 30 countries. Novozymes A/S’ B shares are listed on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange.