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Talk about hope in propolis.
Talk about hope in propolis.
Seoul Propolis has been selected for the Global 1,000+ Program, an initiative led by Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) to identify and support innovative companies with strong technological capabilities, export competitiveness, and global growth potential.
The selection recognizes Seoul Propolis’ long-standing commitment to propolis research, its proprietary and patented water-soluble propolis technology, and its growing presence in international markets.

▲ Seoul Propolis CEO Lee Seung-wan at the official presentation of the Global 1,000+ recognition by Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups
Founded on a strong R&D foundation, Seoul Propolis has pioneered water-soluble propolis technology in Korea and developed alcohol-free propolis ingredients and finished products designed for broader applications across functional foods, food and beverage, cosmetics, and personal care.
At the core of the company’s innovation is its proprietary water-soluble propolis technology, developed to overcome the limitations of conventional propolis and expand its potential across diverse formulations and applications. Through continuous research, intellectual property development, and commercialization, Seoul Propolis has built a technology platform that connects propolis science with real-world products.
The company is also expanding its global footprint through partnerships with ingredient companies, manufacturers, distributors, and consumer brands across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Through its consumer wellness brand PROBEE, Seoul Propolis continues to bring its propolis technologies closer to consumers through innovative finished products.
Being selected for the Global 1,000+ Program represents another important milestone in Seoul Propolis’ evolution from a research-driven company into a globally competitive propolis technology company.
Seoul Propolis will continue to advance the science of propolis through research and innovation, expand the applications of its proprietary technologies, and create new value for partners and consumers around the world.
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