DetraPel Update | Shark Tank Season 9

David Zamarin, frustrated by the harsh chemicals found in regular stain repellents, decided to create a safer, more sustainable alternative: DetraPel. This eco-friendly spray, derived from lotus plant ingredients, effectively repels water and dirt on fabrics, providing long-lasting protection without compromising safety. In this DetraPel update and pitch recap, let’s see if the sharks are interested in investing in this promising business.

If you’re short on time, here’s a quick overview of what happened to DetraPel after Shark Tank.

David Zamarin entered Shark Tank in Season 9, seeking $200,000 for 20% equity in his stain-repellent spray business, DetraPel. After delivering an impressive pitch, he received several offers from the sharks. Ultimately, he chose to partner with Lori Greiner and Mark Cuban, accepting their offer of $200,000 for 25% equity.

In terms of a DetraPel update, the company has seen significant growth. They have expanded their product line and moved to a larger facility to accommodate increasing demand. The company’s annual revenue now sits comfortably at $23 million.

Shark	Result
Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner	Accepted offer of $200,000 for 25% equity
Robert Herjavec	$200,000 for 23% equity
Rohan Oza	No offer
Barbara Corcoran	No offer

Shark Tank Detrapel Pitch

• Entrepreneurs: David Zamarin
• Business: Eco-friendly stain repellent
• Ask: $200,000 for 20% equity
• Result: $200,000 for 25% equity
• Sharks: Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner

David Zamarin began his pitch to the sharks by demonstrating the effectiveness of his non-toxic, stain-repellent spray, DetraPel. 

Seeking $200,000 for 20% equity, David explained that the investment would help scale production and expand into new markets. 

DetraPel is a long-lasting stain-repellent spray designed for various surfaces. 

Its eco-friendly, biodegradable formula uses non-toxic ingredients derived from decomposed lotus leaves.

It creates a protective barrier that repels water, dirt, and other liquids from fabrics, concrete, wood, and plastic. 

DetraPel’s single treatment lasts over a year without altering the color or texture of the materials it protects. 

This versatility, combined with its safety and eco-friendly nature, makes it a popular choice for both individual consumers and businesses.

David impressed the sharks by demonstrating how his product could be used on accessories, clothing, and shoes. 

He revealed that he had previously sold a shoe-cleaning business for $150,000, which was generating $25,000 a month. He used the funds from that sale to start DetraPel.

The sharks applauded when they learned David was only 19 years old.

With sales at $350,000, primarily to carpet and furniture sellers, David assured the sharks that his proprietary formula cost $1.14 to make and sold for $12.99.

Mark Cuban offered $200,000 for 25% equity and pledged to connect David with some of his other nanotechnology companies. 

Lori Greiner made the same offer as Mark and suggested they join forces. 

Robert Herjavec was also interested and made an offer of $200,000 for 23%, wanting guest shark Rohan Oza to join in on the deal. 

In the meantime, Barbara Corcoran decided to drop out.

Eventually, David accepted Mark and Lori’s deal, passing on the opportunity to partner with Robert and Rohan.

Let’s see in our DetraPel update if the collaboration with Mark and Lori has helped the company soar to greater heights since its appearance on Shark Tank Season 9.

Shark Tank DetraPel Update

Our DetraPel update reveals that the deal with Mark and Lori eventually closed, and the company has since made significant progress and achievements. 

Shortly after airing on Shark Tank, Detrapel grew to over $4 million in gross revenue annually and started developing new products. 

Since airing, our DetraPel update found that the company has sold over 10,000 units, resulting in a two-month backlog of orders.

Carpet and furniture makers remain significant customers. DetraPel continues to source and manufacture its products in the USA. 

Further, in February 2019, the company moved to a 12,000-square-foot facility in Framingham, Massachusetts, and grew to $125,000 in monthly sales.

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, David shifted 98% of production to disinfectants and hand sanitizers for local businesses, hospitals, and first responders. 

In December 2020, he was named to the 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 list. By June 2021, disinfectants and sanitizers became part of DetraPel’s product line. 

The company relocated to a 40,000-square-foot facility and employed 15 people, including in-house chemists. 

Their product range now includes stain removers, auto care, leather care, outdoor products, baby and toddler items, and clothing care.

In early 2022, they introduced DetraPel Industrial, focusing on paper, food packaging, and textile coatings. 

In November 2022, they announced a $7 million Series A funding round. 

By April 2023, the industrial products division was rebranded as Impermea Materials.

It provided grease-repellent paper packaging for the food service industry, including negotiations with Chick-fil-A. 

Since airing on Shark Tank, annual revenue has grown to around $23 million. 

The future looks bright for our next DetraPel update.

You can find the other company updates from Season 9, Episode 15 here:

• iFork Update
• Stasher Update
• Recharj Update

Before you go, be sure to check our Shark Tank Season 9 page for more updates.