Yuka mobile app

Yuka is a mobile application developed in France that allows users to scan the barcodes of food and personal care products to evaluate their health impact. Originally launched in 2017 in Paris, the brand was founded by Julie Chapon along with brothers François and Benoît Martin. The concept grew from a desire to simplify complex nutritional labels and provide transparency regarding additives and ingredient safety.

The app remains independently owned by its original founders through their company, Yuca SAS. It operates on a sustainable business model that avoids brand advertising or partnerships with the food and cosmetic industries to maintain objectivity. Instead, the company generates revenue through premium subscriptions and educational resources. Although it has a significant presence in the United States and other international markets, its core development and ultimate ownership remain centered in Paris, France.