PurBlend Science Capital Brief — Michael Shanahan






PurBlend Science, Inc. — Capital Brief · Michael Shanahan


Prepared for Michael Shanahan · Confidential

PurBlend Science, Inc.
Capital Brief

PBX EngineeringPhase 1 — Hemp CosmeticsJune 2026

The Opportunity

PurBlend Science, Inc. manufactures full-spectrum hemp-derived cosmetics using a proprietary R134a extraction process — the same food-safe solvent used in pharmaceutical aerosols and EU-approved food processing. The result is a true full-spectrum extract that outperforms CBD isolate at lower doses.

PBX Engineering is applying for California state licensing to manufacture and sell legally under the PurBlend Science, Inc. brand. This capital raise funds the licensing pathway, first production run, and working capital to reach market.

Capital Ask
$29K
$25,000–$30,000 range
Product Line
12 SKUs
Topicals, balms, skin care
Avg. Wholesale Margin
79.9%
At 50% of retail
Licensing Timeline
60–90
Days to approval

Technology Differentiation

R134a Extraction — Proprietary Process

Tetrafluoroethane (R134a) is FDA GRAS-listed and EU-approved (EC Directive 2009/32). Non-polar, room temperature, closed-loop extraction produces a true full-spectrum oil — cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and plant material at ~30x native concentration. Less than 5% wax content. No winterization required. No residual solvent risk.

Full Spectrum Advantage
  • Entourage effect — cannabinoids + terpenes + flavonoids work synergistically
  • Lower effective dose than isolate for equivalent performance
  • Authentic plant profile — not a reconstructed isolate blend
Competitive Position
  • Most market competitors use CO₂ or ethanol extraction
  • R134a produces cleaner intermediate with no post-processing losses
  • Proprietary process = defensible cost structure and quality story

Legal Foundation

California state-compliant from day one. Full spectrum hemp extract is explicitly permitted in cosmetics under California law (HSC §111921.1). The AB 8 isolate mandate applies only to ingestibles — not topicals. Federal Section 781 (effective Nov 12, 2026) caps topical THC at ≤0.4mg/container — achievable through formulation math at current extract dosing.
Licenses Being Obtained
  • CDFA Hemp Processor License — raw biomass extraction
  • CDPH IHEO Extract Authorization — R134a in-house process
  • CDPH IHEO Cosmetics Authorization — finished product manufacturing
  • CDPH Cosmetics Manufacturing Registration — bundled, no separate fee
Distribution Scope
  • California state-licensed and compliant
  • Formulated for all-50-state distribution under federal law
  • Third-party COA testing per SKU per batch (ISO/IEC 17025 certified lab)
  • MoCRA federal cosmetics compliance included

Phase 1 Product Line — 12 SKUs

Initial run: 200 units per SKU across all 12 products. Products are manufactured, not new formulations — existing formulas, existing supplier relationships.

ReLiever Body Lotion
Retail $49.99 · WS $25.00 · Margin 80.9%
Arti-Rub™ Arthritis Relief Stick
Retail $34.99 · WS $17.50 · Margin 78.0%
Sport Rub Muscle Relief Stick
Retail $39.99 · WS $20.00 · Margin 80.1%
Foot-Rub™ Full Spectrum
Retail $29.99 · WS $15.00 · Margin 68.0%
Deep Muscle Extra Strength Balm
Retail $59.99 · WS $30.00 · Margin 85.3%
Stress Balm Full Spectrum
Retail $24.99 · WS $12.50 · Margin 75.5%
Aloe + CBD After Sun Gel
Retail $29.99 · WS $15.00 · Margin 72.7%
Body Balm Full Spectrum
Retail $49.99 · WS $25.00 · Margin 78.0%
Daily Maintenance Vitamin C Crème
Retail $39.99 · WS $20.00 · Margin 84.5%
Hyaluronic Facial Serum — CoQ10
Retail $49.99 · WS $25.00 · Margin 85.0%
Anti-Wrinkle Collagen Cream
Retail $49.99 · WS $25.00 · Margin 86.1%
Nightly Treatment Antioxidant Crème
Retail $39.99 · WS $20.00 · Margin 83.7%

Use of Funds — $29,016

Line ItemAmount
CDPH IHEO Cosmetics Authorization (Tier 1)$1,600
CDPH IHEO Extract Authorization (Tier 1)$1,600
CDFA Hemp Processor License (Category 1)$170
Third-party COA testing — 2 raw extract + 12 finished SKUs$6,930
Hemp biomass — first strain ~35 lbs$1,750
Facility — flooring + compliant ingredient storage$3,000
Business insurance (annual)$1,500
Label design — 12 SKUs$1,200
Label printing — 12 SKUs$900
First production run — 200 units × 12 SKUs (ingredients + containers)$9,616
Legal / compliance consulting$750
Total Capital Required$29,016

Additional capital for social media marketing and advertising will be required to scale distribution beyond initial wholesale channels. Not included in this ask — more available on request.

Return on Investment

Projections based on 200 units per SKU (2,400 units total) sold at wholesale over 24 months. Conservative ramp — no hockey stick assumptions.

Production Run Economics
Units produced (200 × 12 SKUs)2,400
Production cost (COGS)$9,616
Wholesale revenue at sellthrough$50,000
Gross profit at sellthrough$40,384
Average wholesale margin79.9%

Sales Ramp — 24 Month Projection
Months 1–6 (licensing + launch)~200 units
Months 7–12 (initial distribution)~600 units
Months 13–18 (expanded channels)~800 units
Months 19–24 (steady state)~800 units
Wholesale revenue — 24 months~$50,000

Note: These projections represent a nominal baseline — incremental market entry, not an aggressive growth scenario. Upside from retail, e-commerce, and marketing investment is not reflected. Full financial model available on request.

Proposed Loan Structure

Principal
$29,016
Term
5 Years
Interest Rate
10% Simple
Payments Begin
Month 18–24
Lender Entity
TBD (Shanahan)
Borrower
PBX Engineering

Simple interest on principal. Amortized repayment commences at month 18–24 following licensing approval and initial sales ramp. Full term sheet available on request.

Licensing & Launch Timeline

Now → Month 1
Application submission

CDFA + CDPH applications filed. Facility upgrades completed. Hemp biomass sourced. COA testing initiated.

Month 1–3
Licensing review — 60 to 90 days

Agency review period. Facility inspection. Label review. COA results returned from InfiniteCAL.

Month 3
Licenses received Target

CDFA + CDPH authorizations in hand. California state-licensed manufacturing begins.

Month 3–6
First production run + initial sales

200 units × 12 SKUs manufactured. Wholesale outreach begins. purblendcbd.com retail channel active.

Month 6–24
Distribution ramp

Wholesale channel expansion. Reorder cadence established. Marketing investment to scale volume.

Month 18–24
Loan repayment begins Milestone

Amortized payments commence from operating revenue.

More Available on Request

Confidential — On Request
  • Full bill of materials — all 12 SKUs
  • Per-unit COGS detail
  • Formulation and ingredient sourcing
  • Complete COA documentation
  • Regulatory filing package
Additional Detail Available
  • Full financial model and sensitivity analysis
  • Marketing and distribution strategy
  • Detailed licensing timeline and dependencies
  • Full loan term sheet
  • Phase 2 expansion plan (ingestibles)
PurBlend Science, Inc. / PBX Engineering · Capital Brief · Prepared for Michael Shanahan · June 2026
This document is confidential and prepared for discussion purposes only. Not a securities offering. Not legal or financial advice.
Verify all regulatory requirements directly with CDFA and CDPH before relying on licensing timelines.