Grapefruit USA, Inc. Issues Update on Proposed Strategic Acquisition

Rhea-AI Summary

Grapefruit USA (OTCQB: GPFT) announced significant developments regarding its acquisition of Diagnostic Lab Corporation (DLC) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The acquisition will include essential assets of DLC, supported by $12.5 million in financing, of which $7 million is secured. Plans include building a state-of-the-art cultivation center and obtaining FDA approval for the Hourglass™ THC/Cannabinoid delivery cream. The company expects to release a binding letter of intent by the end of May 2022, marking a strategic move towards growth in the cannabis sector.

Positive

• Acquisition of DLC's assets to enhance product offerings.
• Secured $7 million in financing to support growth initiatives.
• Plans for a state-of-the-art cultivation and lab facility.
• Potential rapid revenue growth through lab acquisitions.
• Expected FDA approval for Hourglass™ product could boost market acceptance.

Negative

• Remaining $5.5 million in financing is uncommitted, posing a financial risk.
• Dependence on public equity raise for debt retirement may dilute current shareholders.

LOS ANGELES and DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif., May 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire -- Grapefruit USA, Inc. (OTCQB: GPFT) (“Grapefruit” or the “Company”), an innovative California-based cannabiotech company, is providing an update on its previously announced execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Diagnostic Lab Corporation of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, (“DLC”) a diversified food and agriculture safety company, concerning Grapefruit’s acquisition of DLC. The Company and DLC (the “Parties”) have been in regular discussions since the execution of the MOU concerning the terms and timing of the proposed acquisition.

The Parties have developed a plan pursuant to which Grapefruit will acquire substantially all of the assets of DLC which are necessary for the ongoing business of DLC and its affiliates. The Parties’ plans to obtain financing of $12.5 million, $7 million of which has already been committed, to build out its “Mothership” state of the art cultivation and laboratory center on the Company’s property at the Coachillin Industrial Cultivation and Ancillary Canna-Business Park (the “Coachillin Park”). The remaining funds will be utilized for the DLC asset purchase which will be acquired for a combination of cash and stock, to seek a 510K approval from the FDA for Grapefruit’s proprietary Hourglass™ THC/Cannabinoid delivery cream, initiate a series of acquisitions of synergistic testing labs, and for working capital and loan interest reserves. The Parties plan to retire the debt through a public equity raise and concurrent uplist to a U.S. or Canadian exchange.

Bradley J. Yourist, Grapefruit’s CEO and co-founder, commented, “As previously announced, these will be the next steps in Grapefruit’s evolution into a medical science-based cannabiotech company which will develop and obtain regulatory approval for an ever-expanding line of proprietary Hourglass technology-based cannabis products. The build out of the ‘Mothership’ cultivation and lab facility at the Coachillin Park will guarantee a reliable source of reasonably priced pharma quality cannabis flowers to provide the base for non-hemp Hourglass products and for distribution in both the U.S. and Canada, when appropriate. Obtaining the 510K approval for the Hourglass technology will facilitate its rapid market acceptance. Our lab acquisition program will provide rapid revenue growth and expand the Company’s cannabis industry expertise. The Parties expect to execute and announce a binding letter of intent before the end of May 2022.”     

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Grapefruit’s corporate headquarters is in Westwood, Los Angeles, California. Grapefruit holds California permits and licenses to both manufacture and distribute cannabis products in the Golden State. Grapefruit’s extraction laboratory and manufacturing and distribution facilities are located in the industry-recognized Coachillin’ Industrial Cultivation and Ancillary Canna-Business Park in Desert Hot Springs, located on the extension of North Canyon Road, approximately 14 miles north of downtown Palm Springs. To obtain further information on Grapefruit and its operations, please visit the Company’s website at https://grapefruitblvd.com/.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Grapefruit's acquisition of DLC?

The acquisition is aimed at enhancing Grapefruit's product offerings and expanding its operational capabilities within the cannabis sector.

How much financing has Grapefruit secured for its acquisition plans?

Grapefruit has secured $7 million of the $12.5 million needed for its acquisition and growth plans.

What is the expected impact of the Hourglass™ product on Grapefruit's market presence?

Obtaining FDA approval for the Hourglass™ product is expected to facilitate rapid market acceptance and drive revenue growth.

When is Grapefruit planning to finalize the acquisition of DLC?

Grapefruit expects to execute and announce a binding letter of intent for the acquisition before the end of May 2022.