Vystar Corporation

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Quarterly Report for Quarter Ending June 30, 2024 (Form 10-Q)

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 10-Q

☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024
☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from _______________ to ________________

Commission File Number 000-53754

VYSTAR CORPORATION

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Georgia 20-2027731

(State or other jurisdiction of

incorporation or organization)

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

365 Shrewsbury St

Worcester, MA01604

(Address of Principal Executive Offices, Zip Code)

(508)791-9114

(Registrant's telephone number including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
NONE NONE NONE

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

YES ☐ NO☒

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Class Outstanding as of October 29, 2024
Common Stock, $0.0001par value per share 13,290,972shares

INFORMATION RELATING TO FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

In addition to historical information, this Form 10-Q contains statements relating to our future results (including certain projections and business trends) that are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), and are subject to the "safe harbor" created by those sections. The following discussion of the financial condition and results of operations of the Company should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and the related notes thereto included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (this "Report"). This Report contains certain forward-looking statements and the Company's future operating results could differ materially from those discussed herein. Our disclosure and analysis included in this Report concerning our operations, cash flows and financial position, including, in particular, the likelihood of our success in expanding our business and raising debt and capital securities include forward-looking statements. Statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or that include words such as "expect", "anticipate", "intend", "plan", "believe", "estimate", "may", "project", "will likely result", and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including prevailing market conditions and are more fully described under "Part I, Item 1A - Risk Factors" of our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. New risks and uncertainties arise from time to time, and it is impossible for us to predict these events or how they may affect us. In any event, these and other crucial factors, including those set forth in Item 1A - "Risk Factors" of our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 may cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by our forward-looking statements.

Although we believe that these statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we cannot guarantee future results and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect management's opinions only as of the date of this filing. There can be no assurance that (i) we have correctly measured or identified all of the factors affecting our business or the extent of these factors' likely impact, (ii) the available information with respect to these factors on which such analysis is based is complete or accurate, (iii) such analysis is correct or (iv) our strategy, which is based in part on this analysis, will be successful. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements.

All references to "we", "us", "our" or "Vystar" in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q mean Vystar Corporation, and affiliates.

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VYSTAR CORPORATION

FORM 10-Q FOR THE QUARTER ENDED JUNE 30, 2024

INDEX

Part I. Financial Information
Item 1. Financial Statements:
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets at June 30, 2024 (unaudited) and December 31, 2023 4
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (unaudited) and 2023 (unaudited) 5
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Deficit for the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (unaudited) and 2023 (unaudited) 6-7
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 (unaudited) and 2023 (unaudited) 8
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited) 9
Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations 32
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk 38
Item 4. Controls and Procedures 38
Part II. Other Information
Item 1. Legal Proceedings 40
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds 40
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities 40
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures 40
Item 5. Other Information 40
Item 6. Exhibits 40
SIGNATURES 41
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

VYSTAR CORPORATION

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash $ 23,321 $ 35,442
Accounts receivable 23,429 4,251
Inventories 84,899 43,821
Prepaid expenses and other 304,174 348,275
Assets of discontinued operations 11,402 60,213
Total current assets 447,225 492,002
Property and equipment, net 76,323 97,719
Other assets:
Intangible assets, net 106,797 122,655
Total assets $ 630,345 $ 712,376
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 1,201,002 $ 1,071,604
Accrued expenses 501,414 450,438
Stock subscription payable 2,675,090 2,388,926
Shareholder, convertible and contingently convertible notes payable and accrued interest - current maturities 368,852 356,472
Related party debt - current maturities 180,572 176,872
Unearned revenue 44,379 44,379
Related party advances 86,254 75,281
Liabilities of discontinued operations 1,646,918 1,350,910
Total current liabilities 6,704,481 5,914,882
Long-term liabilities:
Related party debt, net of debt discount 265,923 -
Derivative liabilities 250,000 -
Related party advances - 343,694
Liabilities of discontinued operations 3,113,005 3,494,005
Total long-term liabilities 3,628,928 3,837,699
Total liabilities 10,333,409 9,752,581
Stockholders' deficit:
Convertible preferred stock series class A, $0.0001par value 15,000,000shares authorized; 8,698shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2024 and December 31,2023 (liquidation preference of $183,000and $179,000at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively) 1 1
Convertible preferred stock series B, $0.0001par value 2,500,000shares authorized; 336,131and 370,969shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively (liquidation preference of $2,808,000and $2,970,000at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively) 34 37
Convertible preferred stock series C, $0.0001par value 2,500,000shares authorized; 1,917,973shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 (liquidation preference of $5,983,000and $5,733,000at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively) 192 192
Common stock, $0.0001par value, 1,500,000,000shares authorized; 13,291,272and 12,942,892shares issued at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, and 13,290,972and 12,942,592shares outstanding at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively 1,329 1,294
Additional paid-in capital 53,361,893 53,361,925
Accumulated deficit (61,262,436 ) (60,612,738 )
Common stock in treasury, at cost; 300shares (30 ) (30 )
Total Vystar stockholders' deficit (7,899,017 ) (7,249,319 )
Noncontrolling interest (1,804,047 ) (1,790,886 )
Total stockholders' deficit (9,703,064 ) (9,040,205 )
Total liabilities and stockholders' deficit $ 630,345 $ 712,376

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

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VYSTAR CORPORATION

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Revenue $ 38,069 $ 36,126 $ 75,676 $ 446,033
Cost of revenue 22,932 5,913 40,352 82,611
Gross profit 15,137 30,213 35,324 363,422
Operating expenses:
Salaries and commissions 3,731 74,282 7,491 129,211
Share-based compensation 93,711 107,204 286,164 246,114
Professional fees 78,493 6,269 150,799 61,711
Advertising 460 3,561 962 10,226
Rent 17,284 20,001 30,498 40,002
Depreciation and amortization 18,627 18,819 37,254 37,638
Other operating 52,840 89,014 109,403 178,174
Total operating expenses 265,146 319,150 622,571 703,076
Loss from operations (250,009 ) (288,937 ) (587,247 ) (339,654 )
Other expense:
Interest expense (36,187 ) (11,181 ) (44,276 ) (21,518 )
Net loss from continuing operations (286,196 ) (300,118 ) (631,523 ) (361,172 )
Discontinued operations:
Loss from operations (1,945 ) (221,349 ) (31,336 ) (1,437,371 )
Net loss (288,141 ) (521,467 ) (662,859 ) (1,798,543 )
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest 817 92,967 13,161 603,696
Net loss attributable to Vystar $ (287,324 ) $ (428,500 ) $ (649,698 ) $ (1,194,847 )
Basic and diluted loss per share:
Net loss from continuing operations $ (0.02 ) $ (0.02 ) $ (0.05 ) $ (0.03 )
Net loss from discontinued operations $ (0.00 ) $ (0.02 ) $ (0.00 ) $ (0.11 )
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest $ (0.00 ) $ (0.01 ) $ (0.00 ) $ (0.05 )
Net loss attributable to common shareholders $ (0.02 ) $ (0.03 ) $ (0.05 ) $ (0.09 )
Basic and diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding 13,290,972 12,942,592 13,283,315 12,942,592

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

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VYSTAR CORPORATION

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT

FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024

(Unaudited)

Attributable to Vystar

Number

of

Number Number Number Number Total
Preferred of of of Additional of Vystar Total
Shares Preferred Preferred Preferred Preferred Preferred Common Common Paid-in Accumulated Treasury Treasury Stockholders' Noncontrolling Stockholders'
A\ Stock A Shares B Stock B Shares C Stock C Shares Stock Capital Deficit Shares Stock Deficit Interest Deficit
Ending balance December 31, 2023 8,698 $ 1 370,969 $ 37 1,917,973 $ 192 12,942,592 $ 1,294 $ 53,361,925 $ (60,612,738 ) (300 ) $ (30 ) $ (7,249,319 ) $ (1,790,886 ) $ (9,040,205 )
Preferred stock conversion to common stock (34,838 ) (3 ) 348,380 35 (32 ) - -
Net loss - - - - - - - - - (362,374 ) - - (362,374 ) (12,344 ) (374,718 )
Ending balance March 31, 2024 8,698 1 336,131 34 1,917,973 192 13,290,972 1,329 53,361,893 (60,975,112 ) (300 ) (30 ) (7,611,693 ) (1,803,230 ) (9,414,923 )
Net loss - - - - - - - - - (287,324 ) - - (287,324 ) (817 ) (288,141 )
Ending balance June 30, 2024 8,698 $ 1 336,131 $ 34 1,917,973 $ 192 13,290,972 $ 1,329 $ 53,361,893 $ (61,262,436 ) (300 ) $ (30 ) $ (7,899,017 ) $ (1,804,047 ) $ (9,703,064 )

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

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VYSTAR CORPORATION

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT

FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

(Unaudited)

Attributable to Vystar

Number

of

Number Number Number Number Total

Preferred

of of of Additional of Vystar Total

Shares

Preferred Preferred Preferred Preferred Preferred Common Common Paid-in Accumulated Treasury Treasury Stockholders' Noncontrolling Stockholders'
A\ Stock A Shares B Stock B Shares C Stock C Shares Stock Capital Deficit Shares Stock Deficit Interest Deficit
Ending balance December 31, 2022 8,698 $ 1 370,969 $ 37 1,917,973 $ 192 12,942,592 $ 1,294 $ 53,361,925 $ (55,368,868 ) (300 ) $ (30 ) $ (2,005,449 ) $ 1,284,639 $ (720,810 )
Net loss - - - - - - - - - (766,347 ) - - (766,347 ) (510,729 ) (1,277,076 )
Ending balance March 31, 2023 8,698 1 370,969 37 1,917,973 192 12,942,592 1,294 53,361,925 (56,135,215 ) (300 ) (30 ) (2,771,796 ) 773,910 (1,997,886 )
Net loss - - - - - - - - - (428,500 ) - - (428,500 ) (92,967 ) (521,467 )
Ending balance June 30, 2023 8,698 $ 1 370,969 $ 37 1,917,973 $ 192 12,942,592 $ 1,294 $ 53,361,925 $ (56,563,715 ) (300 ) $ (30 ) $ (3,200,296 ) $ 680,943 $ (2,519,353 )

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

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VYSTAR CORPORATION

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

Six Months Ended
June 30,
2024 2023
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss $ (662,859 ) $ (1,798,543 )
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Share-based compensation 286,164 246,114
Depreciation 21,396 31,604
Bad debts - 1,566
Amortization of intangible assets 15,858 15,858
Noncash lease expense - 73,408
Amortization of debt discount 23,077 -
Expenses paid directly by related party debt 125,357 -
Expenses paid directly by related party advances 29,974 -
Gain on settlement of debt, net (1,582 ) (39,770 )
Gain on sale of property and equipment (1,000 ) (213,776 )
(Increase) decrease in assets:
Accounts receivable (19,178 ) 1,500
Inventories (41,078 ) 84,873
Prepaid expenses and other 44,101 (11,115 )
Assets of discontinued operations 43,565 2,278,817
Increase (decrease) in liabilities:
Accounts payable 129,398 152,615
Accrued expenses and interest payable 71,850 (345,903 )
Unearned revenue - (100 )
Liabilities of discontinued operations (145,396 ) (642,340 )
Net cash used in operating activities (80,353 ) (165,192 )
Cash flows from investing activities:
Cash flows provided by discontinued operations 1,000 579,483
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from related party advances - 33,343
Cash flows provided by (used in) discontinued operations 61,986 (402,604 )
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 61,986 (369,261 )
Net increase (decrease) in cash (17,367 ) 45,030
Cash - beginning of period 50,354 135,599
Less: cash of discontinued operations (9,666 ) (131,112 )
Cash of continuing operations - end of period $ 23,321 $ 49,517
Cash paid during the period for:
Interest $ 325 $ 9,863
Non-cash transactions:
Related party advances converted to term debt $ 362,695 $ -
Related party term debt issuance costs 50,000 -
Derivatives issued as a debt discount 250,000 -

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.

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VYSTAR CORPORATION

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTE 1 - DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS

Nature of Business

Vystar Corporation ("Vystar", the "Company", "we," "us," or "our") is based in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Company uses patented technology to produce a line of innovative air purifiers, which destroy viruses and bacteria through the use of ultraviolet light. Vystar is also the creator and exclusive owner of Vytex® Natural Rubber Latex ("NRL") currently being used primarily in toppers and in various bedding products. In addition, Vystar has a majority ownership in Murida Furniture Co., Inc. dba Rotmans Furniture ("Rotmans"), formerly one of the largest independent furniture retailers in the U.S.

All activities of Rotmans have been included in discontinued operations. Additional disclosure can be found in Note 16.

NOTE 2 - BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Presentation

The condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company and the accompanying notes included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are unaudited. In the opinion of management, all adjustments necessary for the fair presentation of the condensed consolidated financial statements have been included. Such adjustments are of a normal, recurring nature. The condensed consolidated financial statements, and the accompanying notes, are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP") and do not contain certain information included in the Company's Annual Report and Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Therefore, the interim condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with that Annual Report on Form 10-K.

The Company has evaluated subsequent events through the date of the filing of its Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Other than those events disclosed in Note 17, the Company is not aware of any other significant events that occurred subsequent to the balance sheet date but prior to the filing of this report that would have a material impact on the Company's financial statements.

Basis of Consolidation

The condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned or controlled operating subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.

Discontinued Operations

In accordance with ASC No. 205-20, Discontinued Operations, for all periods presented, the results of operations and related balance sheet items associated with Rotmans are reported in discontinued operations in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. See Note 16 for further details.

Segment Reporting

Operating segments are identified as components of an enterprise about which separate discrete financial information is available for evaluation by the chief operating decision maker, or decision-making group, in making decisions on how to allocate resources and assess performance. The Company's chief operating decision maker is the chief executive officer. The Company and the chief executive officer view the Company's operations and manage its business as one reportable segment with different operating segments.

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Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying disclosures. Significant estimates made by management include, among others, allowance for obsolete inventory, the recoverability of long-lived assets, valuation and impairment of intangible assets, fair values of right of use assets and lease liabilities, valuation of derivative liabilities, share-based compensation and other equity issuances. Although these estimates are based on management's best knowledge of current events and actions the Company may undertake in the future, actual results could differ from these estimates.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

The Company's financial instruments consist principally of cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued expenses and interest payable, shareholder notes payable, long-term debt and unearned revenue. The carrying values of all the Company's financial instruments approximate or equal fair value because of their short maturities and market interest rates or, in the case of equity securities, being stated at fair value.

In specific circumstances, certain assets and liabilities are reported or disclosed at fair value. Fair value is the exit price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date in the Company's principal market for such transactions. If there is not an established principal market, fair value is derived from the most advantageous market.

Valuation inputs are classified in the following hierarchy:

● Level 1 inputs are unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
● Level 2 inputs are directly or indirectly observable valuation inputs for the asset or liability, excluding Level 1 inputs.
● Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

Highest priority is given to Level 1 inputs and the lowest priority to Level 3 inputs. Acceptable valuation techniques include the market approach, income approach, and cost approach. In some cases, more than one valuation technique is used. The derivative liabilities were recognized at fair value on a recurring basis through the date of the settlement and June 30, 2024 and are level 3 measurements. There have been no transfers between levels during the three months ended June 30, 2024.

Acquisitions

Amounts paid for acquisitions are allocated to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair value at the date of acquisition. The fair value of identifiable intangible assets is based on valuations that use information and assumptions provided by management. Identifiable intangible assets with finite lives are amortized over their useful lives. Acquisition-related costs, including, legal, accounting, and other costs, are capitalized in asset acquisitions and for business combinations are expensed in the periods in which the costs are incurred. The results of operations of acquired assets are included in the financial statements from the acquisition date.

Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash

Cash and cash equivalents include all liquid investments with a maturity date of less than three months when purchased. Cash equivalents also include amounts due from third-party financial institutions for credit and debit card transactions which typically settle within five days. Restricted cash represents cash balances restricted as to withdrawal or use and are included in prepaid expenses and other on the condensed consolidated balance sheets.

Accounts Receivable, Net

Accounts receivable, net are stated at the amount management expects to collect from outstanding balances. The Company grants credit to Vystar customers without requiring collateral. The amount of accounting loss for which Vystar is at risk in these unsecured accounts receivable is limited to their carrying value. Management provides for uncollectible amounts through a charge to earnings and a credit to an allowance for doubtful accounts based upon its assessment of the current status of individual accounts. Balances that are still outstanding after management has performed reasonable collection efforts are written off through a charge to the allowance and a credit to accounts receivable. As of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company has recorded an allowance for doubtful accounts of $5,450.

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Other Receivables

Rotmans terminated its agreement with a supplier in 2021 for consideration of $100,000. As of December 31, 2023, remaining funds due from this termination totaled $33,334and were received in March 2024. Other receivables at June 30, 2024 consisted of funds due from the sale of miscellaneous equipment with moving out of the showroom facility.

Inventories

Inventories include those costs directly attributable to the product before sale. Inventories consist primarily of finished goods of mattresses, RxAir purifier units, foam toppers and pillows and are carried at net realizable value, which is defined as selling price less cost of completion, disposal and transportation. The Company evaluates the need to record write-downs for inventory on a regular basis. Appropriate consideration is given to obsolescence, slow-moving and other factors in evaluating net realizable values.

Inventories consist of the following:

June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Finished goods $ 579,899 $ 559,821
Obsolescence reserve (495,000 ) (516,000 )
Total inventories $ 84,899 $ 43,821

Prepaid Expenses and Other

Prepaid expenses and other include restricted cash, amounts related to prepaid insurance policies, which are expensed on a straight-line basis over the life of the underlying policy, and other expenses.

Property and Equipment

Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally 5to 10years, using straight-line and accelerated methods.

Expenditures for major renewals and betterments are capitalized, while routine repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred. When property items are retired or otherwise disposed of, the asset and related reserve accounts are relieved of the cost and accumulated depreciation, respectively, and the resultant gain or loss is reflected in earnings. As of June 30, 2024, the net balance of property and equipment is $76,323with accumulated depreciation of $266,080. As of December 31, 2023, the net balance of property and equipment is $97,719with accumulated depreciation of $244,684.

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Intangible Assets

Patents represent legal and other fees associated with the registration of patents. The Company has five issued patents with the United States Patent and Trade Office ("USPTO") as well as five issued international Patent Cooperation Treaty ("PCT") patents. Patents are carried at cost and are being amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives, typically ranging from 9to 20years.

The Company has trademark protection for "Vystar", "Vytex", and "RxAir" among others. Trademarks are carried at cost and since their estimated life is indeterminable, no amortization is recognized. Instead, they are evaluated annually for impairment.

Proprietary technology and tradename intangibles are carried at net realizable value and are being amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives, typically ranging from 5to 10years.

Our intangible assets are reviewed for impairment annually or more frequently as warranted by events of changes in circumstances.

Long-Lived Assets

We review our long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of the assets may not be fully recoverable. We evaluate assets for potential impairment by comparing estimated future undiscounted net cash flows to the carrying amount of the assets. If the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the estimated future undiscounted cash flows, impairment is measured based on the difference between the carrying amount of the assets and fair value. Assets to be disposed of would be separately presented in the condensed consolidated balance sheet and reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell and are no longer depreciated. The assets and liabilities of a disposal group classified as held-for-sale would be presented separately in the appropriate asset and liability sections of the condensed consolidated balance sheet, if material. During the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, we did not recognize any impairment of our long-lived assets.

Convertible Notes Payable

Borrowings are recognized initially at the principal amount received. Borrowings are subsequently carried at amortized cost; any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption value is recognized as interest expense in the statements of operations over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest method.

Derivatives

The Company evaluates its debt instruments or other contracts to determine if those contracts or embedded components of those contracts qualify as derivatives to be separately accounted for under the relevant sections of Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") Topic 815-40, Derivative Instruments and Hedging: Contracts in Entity's Own Equity. The result of this accounting treatment could be that the fair value of a financial instrument is classified as a derivative instrument and is marked-to-market at each balance sheet date and recorded as a liability. In the event the fair value is recorded as a liability, the change in fair value is recorded in the statements of operations as other income or other expense. Upon conversion or exercise of a derivative instrument, the instrument is marked to fair value at the conversion date and then that fair value is reclassified to equity. Financial instruments that are initially classified as equity that become subject to reclassification under ASC Topic 815-40 are reclassified to a liability account at the fair value of the instrument on the reclassification date.

The Company applies the accounting standard that provides guidance for determining whether an equity-linked financial instrument, or embedded feature, is indexed to an entity's own stock. The standard applies to any freestanding financial instrument or embedded features that have the characteristics of a derivative, and to any freestanding financial instruments that are potentially settled in an entity's own common stock. From time to time, the Company has issued notes with embedded conversion features. Certain of the embedded conversion features contain price protection or anti-dilution features that result in these instruments being treated as derivatives for accounting purposes.

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Unearned Revenue

Unearned revenue consists of customer advance payments. Changes to unearned revenue during the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 are summarized as follows:

2024 2023
Balance, beginning of the period $ 44,379 $ 44,479
Revenue earned - (100 )
Balance, end of the period $ 44,379 $ 44,379

Loss Per Share

The Company presents basic and diluted loss per share. As the Company reported a net loss in the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, common stock equivalents, including stock options and warrants, were anti-dilutive; therefore, the amounts reported for basic and dilutive income per share were the same. Excluded from the computation of diluted income per share were options to purchase 14,744and 25,982shares of common stock for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, as their effect would be anti-dilutive. Warrants to purchase 42,000and 43,267shares of common stock for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, were also excluded from the computation of diluted income per share as their effect would be anti-dilutive. In addition, preferred stock convertible to 26,969,664and 25,088,511shares of common stock for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, were excluded from the computation of diluted income per share as their effect would be anti-dilutive. Both shareholder and Rotman Family contingently convertible notes for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 were also excluded from the computation of diluted loss per share as no contingencies were met.

Revenue

Our principal activities from which we generate our revenue are product sales. Revenue is measured based on considerations specified in a contract with a customer. A contract exists when it becomes a legally enforceable agreement with a customer. The contract is based on either the acceptance of standard terms and conditions at the retail store and on the websites for e-commerce customers, or the execution of terms and conditions contracts with retailers and wholesalers. These contracts define each party's rights, payment terms and other contractual terms and conditions of the sale.

Consideration is typically paid prior to shipment via credit card or check when our products are sold direct to consumers, which is typically within 1 to 2 days or approximately 30 days from the time control is transferred when sold to wholesalers, distributors and retailers. We apply judgment in determining the customer's ability and intention to pay, which is based on a variety of factors including the customer's historical payment experience and, in some circumstances, published credit and financial information pertaining to the customer.

A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct product to the customer, which for us is transfer of finished goods to our customers. Performance obligations promised in a contract are identified based on the goods that will be transferred to the customer that are both capable of being distinct and are distinct in the context of the contract, whereby the transfer of the goods is separately identifiable from other promises in the contract. We have concluded the sale of finished goods and related shipping and handling are accounted for as the single performance obligation.

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The transaction price of a contract is allocated to each distinct performance obligation and recognized as revenue when or as the customer receives the benefit of the performance obligation. The transaction price is determined based on the consideration to which we will be entitled to receive in exchange for transferring goods to the customer. We issue refunds to retail, e-commerce and print media customers, upon request, within 30 days of delivery. We estimate the amount of potential refunds at each reporting period using a portfolio approach of historical data, adjusted for changes in expected customer experience, including seasonality and changes in economic factors. For retailers, distributors and wholesalers, we do not offer a right of return or refund and revenue is recognized at the time products are shipped to customers. In all cases, judgment is required in estimating these reserves. Actual claims for returns could be materially different from the estimates. As of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, reserves for estimated sales returns totaled $16,000and $14,000, respectively, and are included in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets as accrued expenses.

We recognize revenue when we satisfy a performance obligation in a contract by transferring control over a product to a customer when the product is shipped based on fulfillment by the Company. The Company considers fulfillment when it passes all liability at the point of shipping through third party carriers. Taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction, that are collected by us from a customer, are excluded from revenue. Shipping and handling costs associated with outbound freight after control over a product has transferred to a customer are accounted for as a fulfillment cost and are included in cost of revenue in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations.

Cost of Revenue

Cost of revenue consists primarily of product and freight costs and fees paid to online retailers.

Research and Development

Research and development costs are expensed when incurred. Research and development costs include all costs incurred related to the research, development and testing. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, Vystar's research and development costs were not significant.

Advertising Costs

Advertising costs, which include television, radio, newspaper, digital and other media advertising, are expensed upon first showing. Advertising costs were approximately $1,000and $10,000for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Share-Based Compensation

The fair value of stock options is estimated on the grant date using the Black-Scholes option pricing model, based on weighted average assumptions. Expected volatility is based on historical volatility of our common stock. The Company has elected to use the simplified method described in the Securities and Exchange Commission Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 14C to estimate the expected term of employee stock options. The risk-free rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant. The value of restricted stock awards is determined using the fair value of the Company's common stock on the date of grant. The Company accounts for forfeitures as they occur. Compensation expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of the award.

Income Taxes

Vystar recognizes income taxes on an accrual basis based on a tax position taken or expected to be taken in its tax returns. A tax position is defined as a position in a previously filed tax return or a position expected to be taken in a future tax filing that is reflected in measuring current or deferred income tax assets or liabilities. Tax positions are recognized only when it is more likely than not (i.e., likelihood of greater than 50%), based on technical merits, that the position would be sustained upon examination by taxing authorities. Tax positions that meet the more likely than not threshold will be measured using a probability-weighted approach as the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. Income taxes are accounted for using an asset and liability approach that requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of events that have been recognized in our financial statements or tax returns. A valuation allowance is established to reduce deferred tax assets if all, or some portion, of such assets will more likely than not be realized. Should they occur, interest and penalties related to tax positions are recorded as interest expense. Nosuch interest or penalties have been incurred for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023.

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The Company remains subject to income tax examinations from Federal and state taxing jurisdictions for 2021 through 2023.

Concentration of Credit Risk

Certain financial instruments potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk. These financial instruments consist primarily of accounts receivable. Credit concentration risk related to accounts receivable is mitigated as customer credit is checked prior to the sales.

Other Risks and Uncertainties

The Company is exposed to risks pertinent to the operations of a retailer, including, but not limited to, the ability to acquire new customers and maintain a strong brand as well as broader economic factors such as interest rates and changes in customer spending patterns.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

On November 27, 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures. The new ASU requires public entities to disclose more information about their reportable segments. The new guidance does not change the definition of a segment, the method for determining segments, or the criteria for aggregating operating segments. It requires more frequent disclosures than in the past, including in interim financial statements in addition to annual ones. It also requires that prior comparative financial statements be recast to conform with the new information. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024.

NOTE 3 - LIQUIDITY AND GOING CONCERN

The Company's financial statements are prepared using the accrual method of accounting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the settlement of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, the Company has incurred significant losses and experienced negative cash flow since inception. At June 30, 2024, the Company had cash of $23,321and a deficit in working capital of approximately $6.3million. Further, at June 30, 2024, the accumulated deficit amounted to approximately $61.3million. We use working capital to finance our ongoing operations, and since those operations do not currently cover all our operating costs, managing working capital is essential to our Company's future success. Because of this history of losses and financial condition, there is substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.

A successful transition to attaining profitable operations is dependent upon obtaining sufficient financing to fund the Company's planned expenses and achieving a level of revenue adequate to support the Company's cost structure. Management plans to finance future operations using cash on hand, increased revenue from RxAir air purification units, Vytex license fees and stock issuances to new and existing shareholders.

There can be no assurances the Company will be able to achieve projected levels of revenue in 2024 and beyond. If the Company is not able to achieve projected revenue and obtain alternate additional financing of equity or debt, the Company would need to significantly curtail or reorient operations during 2024, which could have a material adverse effect on the ability to achieve the business objectives, and as a result, may require the Company to file bankruptcy or cease operations. The financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or amounts classified as liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be forced to take any such actions.

The Company's future expenditures will depend on numerous factors, including: the rate at which the Company can introduce RxAir air purification units and license Vytex NRL raw materials to manufacturers, and subsequently retailers; the costs of filing, prosecuting, defending and enforcing any patent claims and other intellectual property rights; market acceptance of the Company's products, services and competing technological developments; the Company's ability to successfully acquire new customers and maintain a strong brand; and broader economic factors such as interest rates and changes in customer spending patterns. As the Company expands its activities and operations, cash requirements are expected to increase at a rate consistent with revenue growth after the Company has achieved sustained revenue generation.

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NOTE 4 - PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

Property and equipment, net consists of the following:

June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Tooling and testing equipment $ 338,572 $ 338,572
Furniture, fixtures and equipment 3,831 3,831
342,403 342,403
Accumulated depreciation (266,080 ) (244,684 )
Property and equipment, net $ 76,323 $ 97,719

Depreciation expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $21,396and $21,780, respectively.

NOTE 5 -INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Intangible assets consist of the following:

Amortization
June 30, December 31, Period
2024 2023 (in Years)
Amortized intangible assets:
Patents $ 361,284 $ 361,284 6- 20
Proprietary technology 13,000 13,000 10
Tradename and brand 13,000 13,000 5- 10
Total 387,284 387,284
Accumulated amortization (289,559 ) (273,701 )
Intangible assets, net 97,725 113,583
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Trademarks 9,072 9,072
Total intangible assets $ 106,797 $ 122,655

Amortization expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $15,858.

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Estimated future amortization expense for finite-lived intangible assets is as follows:

Amount
Remaining in 2024 $ 15,858
2025 24,652
2026 16,032
2027 16,032
2028 13,232
Thereafter 11,919
Total $ 97,725

NOTE 6 - LEASES (DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS)

Rotmans leased equipment, a showroom, offices and warehouse facility. These leases expired at various dates through 2031 and have monthly base rents which range from $800to $84,000.

With the winding up of operations in 2023, Rotmans terminated its delivery leases and returned the right-of-use assets to the lessor. A settlement liability of $25,000is owed to a third-party at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023. With the decision to forego future subleasing of the Rotmans facility in December 2023, and subsequent departure from the facility in late January 2024, an impairment loss of $5,240,946was recognized in December 2023 for its right-of use asset. Rotmans was not formally relieved of its lease obligations totaling $4,436,005as of June 30, 2024.

The table below presents the lease costs for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023:

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Operating lease cost $ - $ 141,064 $ - $ 306,250
Finance lease cost:
Amortization of right-of-use assets - - - -
Interest on lease liabilities - - - -
Total lease cost $ - $ 141,064 $ - $ 306,250

Rotmans leases generally do not provide an implicit rate, and therefore we use our incremental borrowing rate as the discount rate when measuring operating lease liabilities. The incremental borrowing rate represents an estimate of the interest rate we would incur at lease commencement to borrow an amount equal to the lease payments on a collateralized basis over the term of the lease. We used incremental borrowing rates as of the implementation date for operating leases that commenced prior to that date.

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The following table presents other information related to leases:

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows used for operating leases $ - $ 217,500 $ - $ 463,424
Financing cash flows used for financing leases - - - -
Assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities - - - -
Assets obtained in exchange for finance lease liabilities - - - -
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases 4.3years 7.6years 4.3years 7.6years
Finance leases - 2.9years - 2.9years
Weighted average discount rate:
Operating leases 7.15 % 5.60 % 7.15 % 5.60 %
Finance leases - 5.16 % - 5.16 %

The future minimum lease payments required under operating and financing lease obligations as of June 30, 2024 having initial or remaining non-cancelable lease terms in excess of one year are summarized as follows:

Operating Leases
Remainder of 2024 $ 1,228,372
2025 1,000,980
2026 1,000,980
2027 1,000,980
2028 1,000,980
Total undiscounted lease liabilities 5,232,292
Less: imputed interest (796,287 )
Net lease liabilities $ 4,436,005
As of June 30, 2024, the Company does not have additional operating and finance leases that have not yet commenced.

NOTE 7 - NOTES PAYABLE AND LOAN FACILITY

Shareholder, Convertible and Contingently Convertible Notes Payable

The following table summarizes shareholder, convertible and contingently convertible notes payable:

June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Shareholder, convertible and contingently convertible notes $ 309,500 $ 309,500
Accrued interest 59,352 46,972
368,852 356,472
Less: current maturities (368,852 ) (356,472 )
$ - $ -
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Shareholder Convertible Notes Payable

During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Vystar issued shareholder contingently convertible notes payable, some of which were for contract work performed by other entities in lieu of compensation and expense reimbursement, totaling approximately $338,000. The notes are (i) unsecured, (ii) bear interest at an annual rate of five percent (5%) from date of issuance, and (iii) are convertible at Vystar's option post April 19, 2018. The notes mature one year from issuance but may be extended one (1) additional year by Vystar.If converted, the notes plus accrued interest are convertible into shares of Vystar's common stock at the prior twenty (20) day average closing price with a 50% discount. The notes matured in January 2020 and continue to accrue interest at an annual rate of eight percent (8%) in arrears until settlement.All of these notes except one were settled in April 2022. The remaining note of $19,500is in default at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023.

During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company issued certain contingently convertible promissory notes in varying amounts to existing shareholders which totaled $290,000. The notes are unsecured and bear interest at an annual rate of five percent (5%) from date of issuance. The face amount of the notes represents the amount due at maturity along with the accrued interest. In the event that the spin-off of RxAir does not occur within 2024, the Company will convert these notes into common stock at a conversion price of $1.60. If the spin-off does occur, these notes will convert into RxAir common stock with two conversion prices of $0.15 and $2, which equates to a blended conversion price of $0.18.All of these notes were outstanding as of June 30, 2024. At the issuance date of these notes, it was determined they contain a beneficial conversion feature amounting to approximately $90,000. As these notes are contingently convertible, the beneficial conversion feature will not be recorded on the condensed consolidated financial statements until the actual conversion occurs.

Related Party Debt

The following table summarizes related party debt:

June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Rotman Family convertible notes $ 543,052 $ 5,000
Rotman Family nonconvertible note 140,000 140,000
Accrued interest 40,366 31,872
Debt discount (276,923 ) -
446,495 176,872
Less: current maturities (180,572 ) (176,872 )
$ 265,923 $ -

Rotman Family Convertible Notes

On August 17, 2021, the Company issued a contingently convertible promissory note totaling $5,000to Jamie Rotman. The note is unsecured and bears interest at an annual rate of five percent (5%) from date of issuance. The face amount of the note represents the amount due at maturity along with the accrued interest. In the event that the spin-off of RxAir does not occur within 2024, the Company will convert the note into common stock at a conversion price of $1.60. If the spin-off does occur, the note will convert into RxAir common stock with two conversion prices of $0.15 and $2, which equates to a blended conversion price of $0.18.At the issuance date of this note, it was determined to contain a beneficial conversion feature amounting to approximately $2,000. As this note is contingently convertible, the beneficial conversion feature will not be recorded on the condensed consolidated financial statements until the actual conversion occurs. The balance of the note payable including accrued interest to Jamie Rotman is approximately $6,000at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023.

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On June 1, 2024, the Company entered into a term convertible promissory note with Blue Oar Consulting, Inc. ("Blue Oar"). The Company may borrow amounts up to $1,000,000at an interest rate of 12% per annum. Prior working capital advances of $362,695through May 31, 2024 are rolled into this note agreement. Monthly installment payments of principal and interest of $7,500are payable beginning on July 1, 2024 with a balloon payment due on July 1, 2025. The maturity date can be extended for six months to January 1, 2026 at Blue Oar's discretion. Blue Oar may elect to receive payments in common stock at a discounted rate of 50% of the market rate based on any two days within the prior twenty day's closing price, no less than $.01 (the "Floor"). The note carries a $50,000 closing fee plus a $75,000 fee if not paid in full with common shares.In the event of default, the interest rate will increase to 19% and owe a default fee of 6%of the outstanding balance plus $25,000. The balance of the note payable including accrued interest and debt discount to Blue Oar is approximately $266,000at June 30, 2024. Based on the variable redemption feature, the Company recorded a derivative liability of $250,000at June 30, 2024.

The following table summarizes the Rotman Family Convertible Notes:

Carrying Amount
June 30, December 31,
Issue Date Principal Amount 2024 2023
Jamie Rotman 5% note due August 2024 8/17/2021 $ 5,000 $ 5,864 $ 5,664
Blue Oar 12% note due July 2025 6/1/2024 538,052 542,846 -
$ 543,052 548,710 5,664
Less: debt discount (276,923 ) -
271,787 5,664
Less: current maturities (5,864 ) (5,664 )
$ 265,923 $ -

Rotman Family Nonconvertible Note

In connection with the acquisition of 58% of Rotmans, Bernard Rotman was issued a related party note payable in the amount of $140,000. The note bears interest at an annual rate of five percent (5%) and matures four years from issuance. Payments of $2,917per month were scheduled to begin six months from issuance until maturity in December 2023. The note is in default at June 30, 2024. The balance of the note payable including accrued interest to Bernard Rotman is approximately $175,000and $171,000at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.

The following table summarizes the Rotman Family Nonconvertible Note:

Carrying Amount
June 30, December 31,
Issue Date Principal Amount 2024 2023
Bernard Rotman 5% note due July 2023 7/18/2019 $ 140,000 $ 174,708 $ 171,208

NOTE 8 - DERIVATIVE LIABILITIES

As of December 31, 2023, the Company did not have a derivative liability balance on the condensed consolidated balance sheet as the liability was considered de minimis. With the issuance of a related party convertible note on June 1, 2024, the Company recorded a derivative liability for the redemption feature in the loan agreement. The Company analyzed the conversion features of the various note agreements for derivative accounting consideration under ASC 815-15 "Derivatives and Hedging" and determined that the embedded conversion features should be classified as a derivative because the exercise price of these convertible notes are subject to a variable conversion rate. The Company has determined that the conversion feature is not considered to be solely indexed to the Company's own stock and is therefore not afforded equity treatment. In accordance with ASC 815, the Company has bifurcated the conversion feature of the notes and recorded a derivative liability.

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The embedded derivatives for the notes are carried on the Company's condensed consolidated balance sheet at fair value. The derivative liability is marked-to-market each measurement period and any unrealized change in fair value is recorded as a component of the condensed consolidated statement of operations and the associated fair value carrying amount on the consolidated balance sheet is adjusted by the change. The Company fair values the embedded derivative based on the discounted conversion rate of 50% of market rate.

The following table summarizes the derivative liabilities:

Fair Value of Embedded Derivative Liabilities:
Balance, December 31, 2023 $ -
Initial measurement of liabilities 250,000
Balance, June 30, 2024 $ 250,000

NOTE 9 - STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT

Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock

Series A Preferred Stock

On May 2, 2013, the Company began a private placement offering to sell up to 200,000shares of the Company's 10% Series A Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock. Under the terms of the offering, the Company offered to sell up to 200,000shares of preferred stock at $10per share for a value of $2,000,000. The preferred stock was convertible at a conversion price of $7.50per common share at the option of the holder after a nine-month holding period. The conversion price was lowered to $5.00per common share for those holders who invested an additional $25,000or more in Vystar's common stock in the aforementioned September 2014 Private Placement. The preferred shares have full voting rights as if converted and have a fully participating liquidation preference. In the event of a liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, the holders of Series A Preferred Stock shall be entitled to receive an amount equal to the dividends accumulated and unpaid thereon to the date of final distribution to such holders, whether or not declared, without interest, plus a sum equal to $10per share. As of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the liquidation preference totals approximately $183,000and $179,000, respectively.

As of June 30, 2024, the 8,698shares of outstanding preferred stock had undeclared dividends of approximately $96,000and could be converted into 35,841shares of common stock, at the option of the holder.

As of December 31, 2023, the 8,698shares of outstanding preferred stock had undeclared dividends of approximately $92,000and could be converted into 34,993shares of common stock, at the option of the holder.

Series B Preferred Stock

On April 11, 2022, the Company amended its Articles of Incorporation to add the terms of a 10% Series B Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock. Under the amendment, the number of shares authorized is 2,500,000. The preferred stock accumulates a 10% per annum dividend and is convertible into 1,000shares of common stock at the option of the holder after a six-month holding period. The holders of Series B preferred stock have full voting rights as if converted and have a fully participating liquidation preference. In the event of a liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, the holders of Series B Preferred Stock shall be entitled to receive an amount equal to the dividends accumulated and unpaid thereon to the date of final distribution to such holders, whether or not declared, without interest, plus a sum equal to $7per share. As of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the liquidation preference totals approximately $2,808,000and $2,970,000, respectively.

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During the six months ended June 30, 2024, 34,838shares of outstanding preferred stock were converted into 348,380shares of common stock.

As of June 30, 2024, the 336,131shares of outstanding preferred stock had undeclared dividends of approximately $455,000and could be converted into 4,011,470shares of common stock, at the option of the holder.

As of December 31, 2023, the 370,969shares of outstanding preferred stock had undeclared dividends of approximately $373,000and could be converted into 4,242,259shares of common stock, at the option of the holder.

Series C Preferred Stock

On July 8, 2022, the Company amended its Articles of Incorporation to add the terms of a 10% Series C Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock. Under the amendment, the number of shares authorized is 2,500,000. The preferred stock accumulates a 10% per annum dividend and is convertible into 1,000shares of common stock at the option of the holder after a six-month holding period. The holders of Series C preferred stock have full voting rights as if converted and have a fully participating liquidation preference. In the event of a liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, the holders of Series C Preferred Stock shall be entitled to receive an amount equal to the dividends accumulated and unpaid thereon to the date of final distribution to such holders, whether or not declared, without interest, plus a sum equal to $2.61per share. As of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the liquidation preference totals approximately $5,983,000and $5,733,000, respectively.

As of June 30, 2024, the 1,917,973shares of outstanding preferred stock had undeclared dividends of approximately $977,000and could be converted into 22,922,353shares of common stock, at the option of the holder.

As of December 31, 2023, the 1,917,973shares of outstanding preferred stock had undeclared dividends of approximately $727,000and could be converted into 21,965,994shares of common stock, at the option of the holder.

Common Stock and Warrants

Included in stock subscription payable at June 30, 2024, is $270,000received under common stock subscription agreements for 180,000shares during the year ended December 31, 2020.

Stock Subscription Payable

At June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company recorded $2,675,090and $2,388,926, respectively, of stock subscription payable related to common stock to be issued. The following summarizes the activity of stock subscription payable during the period ended June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:

Amount Shares
Balance, January 1, 2023 $ 1,655,208 2,131,876
Additions 733,718 131,198,696
Issuances - -
Balance, December 31, 2023 2,388,926 133,330,572
Additions 286,164 23,593,253
Issuances - -
Balance, June 30, 2024 $ 2,675,090 156,923,825
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NOTE 10 - REVENUES


The following table presents our revenues disaggregated by each major product category and service for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023:

Three Months Ended June 30, Six Months Ended June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
% of % of % of % of
Net Sales Net Sales Net Sales Net Sales Net Sales Net Sales Net Sales Net Sales
Air Purification Units $ 31,340 82.3 $ 20,169 55.8 $ 58,270 77.0 $ 423,865 95.0
Mattresses and Toppers 6,729 17.7 13,895 38.5 14,917 19.7 19,906 4.5
Royalties and other - - 2,062 5.7 2,489 3.3 2,262 0.5
$ 38,069 100.0 $ 36,126 100.0 $ 75,676 100.0 $ 446,033 100.0

NOTE 11 - SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION

Generally accepted accounting principles require share-based payments to employees, including grants of employee stock options, warrants, and common stock to be recognized in the income statement based on their fair values at the date of grant, net of estimated forfeitures.

In total, the Company recorded $286,164and $246,114of stock-based compensation for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, including shares to be issued related to consultants and board member stock options and common stock and warrants issued to non-employees. Included in stock subscription payable is accrued stock-based compensation of $2,405,090and $2,118,926at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.

The Company used the Black-Scholes option pricing model to estimate the grant-date fair value of option and warrant awards:

● Expected Dividend Yield - because the Company does not currently pay dividends, the expected dividend yield is zero;
● Expected Volatility in Stock Price - volatility based on the Company's trading activity was used to determine expected volatility;
● Risk-free Interest Rate - reflects the average rate on a United States Treasury Bond with a maturity equal to the expected term of the option; and
● Expected Life of Award - because we have minimal experience with the exercise of options or warrants for use in determining the expected life of each award, we used the option or warrant's contractual term as the expected life.

For the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, there were noshare-based compensation expense related to employee and Board Members' stock options. There is no unrecognized compensation expense as of June 30, 2024 for non-vested share-based awards to be recognized over a period of less than one year.

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Options

During 2004, the Board of Directors of Vystar adopted a stock option plan (the "Plan") and authorized up to 40,000shares to be issued under the Plan. In April 2009, Vystar's Board of Directors authorized an increase in the number of shares to be issued under the Plan to 100,000shares and to include the independent Board Members in the Plan in lieu of continuing the previous practice of granting warrants each quarter to independent Board Members for services. At June 30, 2024, there are 22,518shares of common stock available for issuance under the Plan. In 2014, the Board of Directors adopted an additional stock option plan which provides for an additional 50,000shares, which are all available as of June 30, 2024. In 2019, the Board of Directors adopted an additional stock option plan which provides for an additional 500,000shares, which are all available as of June 30, 2024. The Plan is intended to permit stock options granted to employees to qualify as incentive stock options under Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended ("Incentive Stock Options"). All options granted under the Plan that are not intended to qualify as Incentive Stock Options are deemed to be non-qualified options. Stock options are granted at an exercise price equal to the fair market value of Vystar's common stock on the date of grant, typically vest over periods up to 4years and are typically exercisable up to 10years.

There were nooptions granted during the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Forfeitures are recognized as they occur.

The following table summarizes all stock option activity of the Company for the six months ended June 30, 2024:

Weighted
Weighted Average
Average Remaining
Number Exercise Contractual
of Shares Price Life (Years)
Outstanding, December 31, 2023 42,000 $ 7.17 2.15
Granted - - -
Exercised - - -
Forfeited - $ - -
Outstanding, June 30, 2024 42,000 $ 7.17 1.65
Exercisable, June 30, 2024 42,000 $ 7.17 1.65

As of June 30, 2024 and 2023, the aggregate intrinsic value of the Company's outstanding options was minimal. The aggregate intrinsic value will change based on the fair market value of the Company's common stock.

Warrants

Warrants are issued to third parties as payment for services, debt financing compensation and conversion and in conjunction with the issuance of common stock. The fair value of each common stock warrant issued for services is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model.

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The following table represents the Company's warrant activity for the six months ended June 30, 2024:

Weighted
Average
Weighted Weighted Remaining
Number Average Average Contractual
of Shares Fair Value Exercise Price Life (Years)
Outstanding, December 31, 2023 21,520 - $ 6.57 1.10
Granted - - - -
Exercised - - - -
Forfeited - - - -
Expired (6,776 ) - $ 8.22 -
Outstanding, June 30, 2024 14,744 - $ 6.91 1.00
Exercisable, June 30, 2024 14,744 - $ 6.91 1.00

NOTE 12 - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Officers and Directors

Jamie Rotman

Jamie Rotman was appointed as President of the Company effective December 21, 2023. She is the daughter of the Company's former CEO, Steven Rotman. On July 22, 2024, the Company entered into an Employment Agreement (the "Employment Agreement") with Ms. Jamie Rotman, under which Ms. Rotman receives annual compensation equal to $180,000payable in Series C Preferred Stock or common stock, either at Ms. Rotman's discretion, discounted 50% over the then market price (and payable in cash at Ms. Rotman's discretion), plus a signing bonus of $25,000payable in shares of Series C Preferred Stock, vesting over 2024. The Employment Agreement was made retroactive to January 1, 2024. The Employment Agreement also provides for a 24-month severance payment upon termination without cause (as defined) and a 24 month change in control severance.

During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company expensed approximately $161,000related to this employment agreement. As of June 30, 2024, the Company had a stock subscription payable balance of $161,180or approximately 9,874,000shares of common stock.

Previously, Jamie Rotman provided bookkeeping and management services to the Company through July 2019 through her entity, Designcenters.com ("Design"). In exchange for such services, the Company had entered into a consulting agreement with the related party entity. As of June 30, 2024, the Company had a stock subscription payable balance of $42,047, for approximately 8,500shares related to this party for services incurred and expensed in 2019.

Related Party Advances

During the six months ended June 30, 2024, Jamie Rotman paid Vystar expenses totaling $8,794. The advances are due on demand as repayment terms have not yet been finalized.

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Blue Oar Consulting, Inc.

This entity is owned by Gregory Rotman, who is the son of the Company's former CEO, Steven Rotman. Blue Oar provides business consulting services to the Company. In exchange for such services, the Company has entered into a consulting agreement with the related party entity.

Per the consulting agreement, Blue Oar is to be paid $15,000per month in cash for expenses, and $12,500per month to be paid in shares based on a 20-day average at a 50% discount to market. During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company expensed approximately $215,000related to the consulting agreement. As of June 30, 2024, the Company had a stock subscription payable balance of $1,155,000, or approximately 86,331,000shares. In addition, the Company has a liability of $315,000for consulting expenses in accounts payable.

Bryan Stone

In May of 2019, the Company acquired the assets of Fluid Energy Conversion Inc. ("FEC"). FEC is owned by Dr. Bryan Stone, one of the Company's directors. The assets consist of a patent on the Hughes Reactor, which has the ability to control, enhance and focus energy in flowing liquids and gases.

In addition, Dr. Stone receives a $25per unit commission for RxAir units sold to a specific customer. During the six months ended June 30, 2024, commissions of $2,348were due to Dr. Stone and included in accrued expenses in the condensed consolidated balance sheets. There were no commissions earned in the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Former Officer and Director

Steven Rotman

As of June 30, 2024, the Company had a stock subscription payable balance of $952,593, or approximately 60,556,000shares to be issued in the future and $153,155of reimbursable expenses payable and $81,482 of unpaid salary related to this party.

The Board of Directors authorized their board fees for 2021 be paid in common stock of the Company. Included in stock subscription payable at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 is 100,000shares valued at $291,000, of which 20,000shares valued at $58,200is included in Steven Rotman's balance above.

Related Party Advances

During the six months ended June 30, 2024, Steven Rotman paid Vystar expenses totaling $2,179and advanced Rotmans funds totaling $61,986. As of June 30, 2024, $77,460and $61,986is due Steve Rotman from Vystar and Rotmans, respectively. The advances are due on demand as repayment terms have not yet been finalized.

NOTE 13 - COMMITMENTS

Employment and Consulting Agreements

The Company has entered into employment and consulting agreements with certain of our officers, employees, and affiliates. For employees, payment and benefits would become payable in the event of termination by us for any reason other than cause, or upon change in control of our Company, or by the employee for good reason.

There is currently one employment agreement in place with the CEO, Jamie Rotman. See compensation terms in Note 12.

During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company entered into various service agreements with consultants for financial reporting, advisory, and compliance services.

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Litigation

From time to time, the Company is party to certain legal proceedings that arise in the ordinary course and are incidental to our business. Future events or circumstances, currently unknown to management, will determine whether the resolution of pending or threatened litigation or claims will ultimately have a material effect on our consolidated financial position, liquidity or results of operations in any future reporting periods.

EMA Financial

On February 19, 2019, EMA Financial, Inc. filed a lawsuit in the Southern District of New York against the Company. The lawsuit alleged various breaches of an underlying convertible promissory note and stock purchase agreement and sought four claims for relief: (i) specific performance to enforce a stock conversion and contractual obligations; (ii) breach of contract; (iii) permanent injunction to enforce the stock conversion and contractual obligations; and (iv) legal fees and costs of the litigation. The complaint was filed with a motion seeking: (i) a preliminary injunction seeking an immediate resolution of the case through the stock conversion; (ii) a consolidation of the trial with the preliminary injunctive hearing; and (iii) summary judgment on the first and third claims for relief.

The Company filed an opposition to the motion and upon oral argument the motion for injunctive relief was denied. The Court issued a decision permitting a motion for summary judgment to proceed and permitted the Company the opportunity to supplement its opposition papers together with the plaintiff who was also provided opportunity to submit reply papers. On April 5, 2019, the Company filed the opposition papers as well as a motion to dismiss the first and third causes of action in the complaint. On March 13, 2020, the Court granted the Company's motion dismissing the first and third claims for relief and denied the motion for summary judgment as moot.

The Company subsequently filed an amended answer with counterclaims. The affirmative defenses if granted collectively preclude the relief sought. In addition, Vystar filed counterclaims asserting: (a) violation of 10(b)(5) of the Securities and Exchange Act; (b) violation of Section 15(a)(1) of the Exchange Act (failure to register as a broker-dealer); (c) pursuant to the Uniform Declaratory Judgment Act, 28 U.S.C. §§ 2201, the Company requests the Court to declare: (i) pursuant to Delaware law, the underlying agreements are unconscionable; (ii) the underlying agreements are unenforceable and/or portions are unenforceable, such as the liquidated damages sections; (iii) to the extent the agreement is enforceable, Vystar in good faith requests the Court to declare the legal fee provisions of the agreements be mutual (d) unjust enrichment; (e) breach of contract (in the alternative); and (f) attorneys' fees.

On June 10, 2020, EMA filed a motion for summary judgment as to its remaining claims for relief and a motion to dismiss the Company's affirmative defenses and counterclaims. The Company opposed the motion on July 10, 2020, and the same was fully submitted to the Court on July 28, 2020. On March 29, 2021, the Court issued a decision granting in part and denying in part the motion. Specifically, the Court granted that part of the motion seeking summary judgment and dismissal on the Company's affirmative defense and counterclaim regarding Sections 15(a)/29(b) of the Exchange Act. Two weeks later the Company filed a motion for reconsideration as to the dismissal portion of the order, or, for the alternative, a motion for certification for the right to file a petition to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals on the issue. The Court denied the motion for reconsideration and certification. Subsequently, fact discovery has been completed and on June 24, 2022 both parties submitted competing motions for summary judgment.

EMA seeks summary judgment on its breach of contract and attorneys' fees claims, specifically seeking damages in the amount of $1,820,000with 24% interest premised on the argument it was entitled to effectuate a January 15 and February 5, 2019, notices of conversions. EMA further seeks to dismiss Vystar's affirmative defenses and counterclaims. Conversely, Vystar filed its motion for summary judgment seeking an order to dismiss the EMA complaint on the grounds: (i) the underlying note was satisfied on December 11, 2018; and (ii) EMA, through multiple breaches of the note, over-converted the note by 36,575,555shares equating to a request of damages against EMA and in favor of Vystar for $4,802,000, with interest accruing at 24%, and attorneys' fees. The briefing by the parties was fully submitted on July 29, 2022.

On January 6, 2023, the Court issued a series of preliminary rulings based upon the parties' respective summary judgment motions. Those rulings narrowed the outstanding issues (and claims) to only the parties' breach of contract claim and counterclaim (and affirmative defenses) regarding the conversion process. Of particular importance, the Court found EMA breached the note by failing to effectuate the conversions in the manner outlined by the controlling note. The Court further found the principal balance at issue was $80,000, interest accrued from the date set in the note and default interest, to the extent applicable, was to accrue at the default rate from September 2018, forward. The Court left undecided whether EMA's breach of the note was material, whether affirmative defenses as previously raised by the parties were applicable to each parties' contractual claim, and a damages analysis associated with the same. The Court then requested a supplemental briefing as to the issues of materiality, liability and damages. The issues were fully briefed and submitted on February 24 and March 15, 2023.

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On October 27, 2023, the Court held oral argument on the issues addressed in the supplemental briefing. On November 27, 2023, the Court issued its order resolving the case in Vystar's favor. The Court held while EMA breached the terms of the underlying promissory note by virtue of the manner of its conversions, such breach was not material. The Court thereafter held the balance of the note was paid in full by Vystar. Based upon the decision in favor of Vystar, the Court granted Vystar's request for legal fees and requested a briefing on the same. Vystar subsequently submitted a motion for legal and expert fees in the amount of approximately $638,000supported by the relevant paperwork. The parties await the Court's decision.

On December 24, 2023, EMA filed a motion for reconsideration, arguing the Court failed to properly read the underlying note that, in EMA's belief, allowed it to effectuate the two post default conversions at issue in the case. After the matter was fully briefed by the parties, on May 16, 2024, the Court held oral argument. On the same date after argument the Court granted EMA the procedural right for reconsideration, and thereafter denied the substantive portion of its motion. The November 27, 2023, decision stands.

On December 27, 2023, EMA filed a notice of appeal with the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. The appeal targets each section of the prior decisions that fell against EMA. Vystar has until June 14, 2024, to file its notice of appeal with the same appellate court. The appeal, if filed, will target the relevant and material decisions issued by the Court against Vystar.

On June 13, 2024, Vystar has timely filed its notice of cross-appeal.

On August 5, 2024, the District Court denied, without prejudice to renew, the motion for attorneys' fees, ruling that such is premature based upon the pending appeal and cross-appeal.

On September 20, 2024, EMA filed its submissions, and Vystar thereafter has requested ninety-one days to file its opposition and cross-appeal. Thereafter the parties will submit final submissions for the appellate court to consider.

NOTE 14 - MAJOR CUSTOMERS AND VENDORS

Major customers and vendors are defined as a customer or vendor from which the Company derives at least 10% of its revenue and cost of revenue, respectively.

During the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company made approximately 62% of its sales to one customer. Included in accounts receivable is $20,086at June 30, 2024 from the major customer. In addition, the Company made 100% of its purchases from one major vendor. Noamounts were owed to the vendor at June 30, 2024.

During the six months ended June 30, 2023, the Company made approximately 21% of its sales to one customer. Included in accounts payable is $1,429at June 30, 2023 due to the customer for returned merchandise.

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NOTE 15 - INCOME TAXES

The provision (benefit) for income taxes for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 assumes a 21% effective tax rate for federal income taxes. A reconciliation of the federal statutory income tax rate and the effective income tax rate as a percentage of income before income taxes is as follows:

Three and Six Months Ended
June 30,
2024 2023
Federal statutory income tax rate (21.0 )% (21.0 )%
Change in valuation allowance on net operating loss carryforwards 21.0 21.0
Effective income tax rate 0.0 % 0.0 %


Deferred tax assets as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 are as follows:

2024 2023
NOL carryforwards $ 8,040,000 $ 8,000,000
Less valuation allowance (8,040,000 ) (8,000,000 )
Deferred tax assets $ - $ -

Deferred taxes are caused primarily by net operating loss carryforwards. U.S. Tax Legislation enacted in 2017 (the "TCJA") has significantly changed certain aspects of U.S. federal income taxation. Net Operating Losses ("NOLs") generated in 2017 and prior years can be carried forward for 20 years. NOLs generated in 2018 - 2020, as enacted by the CARES Act, can be carried forward indefinitely. However, NOLs generated in 2021 is also carried forward indefinitely but limited to 80% of taxable income.

For federal income tax purposes, the Company has a net operating loss carryforward of approximately $38,300,000as of June 30, 2024, of which approximately $18,400,000expires beginning in 2024 and $19,900,000which can be carried forward indefinitely. For state income tax purposes, the Company has a net operating loss carryforward of approximately $18,400,000and $19,600,000as of June 30, 2024 in Georgia and Massachusetts, respectively, which expires beginning in 2038.

In addition, as of June 30, 2024, Rotmans has a net operating loss carryforward of approximately $6,200,000for federal income tax purposes of which $1,800,000expires beginning in 2029 and $4,400,000can be carried forward indefinitely. Rotmans has a state operating loss carryforward of approximately $5,300,000which expires beginning in 2038.

Pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 382, the future realization of our net operating loss carryforwards to offset future taxable income may be subject to an annual limitation as a result of ownership changes that may have occurred previously or that could occur in the future.

NOTE 16 - DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

At the completion of its Going Out of Business sale, Rotmans closed its showroom on December 14, 2022. The results of operations are reported as discontinued operations in 2024 and 2023. The assets and liabilities have been reported in the condensed consolidated balance sheets as assets and liabilities of discontinued operations.

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The loss from discontinued operations are as follows:

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2024 2023 2024 2023
Revenue $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ 157,479
Cost of revenue - - - 122,650
Gross profit - 50,000 - 34,829
Operating expenses:
Salaries, wages and benefits - 101,954 - 366,625
Professional fees - 23,099 17,351 121,692
Advertising - (824 ) - 66,456
Rent - 181,061 - 360,843
Service charges - 319 170 20,919
Depreciation and amortization - 4,640 - 9,824
Other operating 3,527 124,733 16,218 651,238
Total operating expenses 3,527 434,982 33,739 1,597,597
Loss from operations (3,527 ) (384,982 ) (33,739 ) (1,562,768 )
Other income (expense):
Interest expense - (76,737 ) (192 ) (160,439 )
Gain on settlement of debt, net 1,582 - 1,582 39,770
Gain on sale of property and equipment - 213,776 1,000 213,776
Other income - 26,594 13 32,290
Total other income (expense), net 1,582 163,633 2,403 125,397
Net loss from discontinued operations $ (1,945 ) $ (221,349 ) $ (31,336 ) $ (1,437,371 )
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Details of the balance sheet items for discontinued operations are as follows:

June 30, December 31,
2024 2023
Current assets:
Cash $ 9,666 $ 14,912
Other receivables 1,000 33,334
Prepaid expenses and other 736 11,967
Total current assets $ 11,402 $ 60,213
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 261,932 $ 346,924
Security deposits - 61,986
Related party advances 61,986 -
Operating lease liabilities - current maturities 1,323,000 942,000
Total current liabilities $ 1,646,918 $ 1,350,910
Non-current liabilities:
Operating lease liabilities, net of current maturities $ 3,113,005 $ 3,494,005

The condensed consolidated statements of cash flows do not present the cash flows from discontinued operations separately from cash flows from continuing operations. Included in adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities are the following discontinued operations items:

Six Months Ended
June 30,
2024 2023
Depreciation $ - $ 9,824
Bad debts - 4,537
Noncash lease expense - 73,408
Gain on settlement of debt, net (1,582 ) (39,770 )
Gain on sale of property and equipment (1,000 ) (213,776 )

NOTE 17 - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

On July 22, 2024, the Company entered into an Employment Agreement (the "Employment Agreement") with Ms. Jamie Rotman, under which Ms. Rotman receives annual compensation equal to $180,000payable in Series C Preferred Stock or common stock, either at Ms. Rotman's discretion, discounted 50% over the then market price (and payable in cash at Ms. Rotman's discretion), plus a signing bonus of $25,000payable in shares of Series C Preferred Stock, vesting over 2024. The Employment Agreement was made retroactive to January 1, 2024. The Employment Agreement also provides for a 24-month severance payment upon termination without cause (as defined) and a 24 month change in control severance. Ms. Rotman was appointed as President of the Company effective December 21, 2023. See Note 12.

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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

OVERVIEW

This analysis of our results of operations should be read in conjunction with the accompanying financial statements. This Report contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. Statements that are predictive in nature and that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions are forward-looking statements. Although we believe that these statements are based upon reasonable expectations, we can give no assurance that projections will be achieved. Please refer to the discussion of forward-looking statements included in Part I of this Report.

About RxAir

RxAir promotes a healthy lifestyle through the use of its innovative, patented ViraTech air purification technology, thereby improving the quality of life of each and every customer. Independently tested by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") and U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") certified laboratories, the RxAir has been proven to destroy greater than 99% of bacteria and viruses and reduce concentrations of odors and volatile organic compounds ("VOCs"). The RxAir uses high-intensity germicidal UV lamps that destroy bacteria and viruses instead of just trapping them, setting it apart from ordinary air filtration units. RxAir® and ViraTech® are registered trademarks of Vystar Corp. For more information, visit http://www.RxAir.com.

The Company's RxAir product line use 48 inches of high-intensity germicidal UV lamps that destroy bacteria, viruses and other germs instead of just trapping them, setting it apart from ordinary air filtration units. RxAir is one of the few UV air purifiers that have been proven in independent EPA- and FDA- certified testing laboratories to destroy on the first pass 99.6% of harmful airborne viruses and bacteria. In addition to inactivating airborne viruses that cause influenza (flu) and colds, RxAir's device disarms the airborne pathogens that cause MRSA (staph), strep (whooping cough), tuberculosis (TB), measles, pneumonia and a myriad of other antibiotic-resistant and viral infections.

The RxAir product line includes:

● RxAir™ Residential Filterless Air Purifier
● RX400™ FDA cleared Class II Filterless Air Purifier
● RX800™ FDA cleared Class II Filterless Air Purifier
● RX3000™ Commercial FDA cleared Class II Air Purifier

Vystar produces the RxAir product line with a world-class manufacturer and an expert U.S. engineer with a full understanding of the RxAir technology. Vystar sells RxAir residential and commercial units via distributors, online and through retail channels. Vystar has assembled a distribution network for sales of RX400 and RX800, our newest unit to the healthcare and medical markets. Vystar also sells the ViraTec replacement cartridge for approximately 25,000 units that have been previously sold. The RX3000, our largest unit, has been reengineered and limited samples of those units are in stock. We are not producing more of those at this time. We have engineered the RX300 a smaller version of our unit and hope to be in production with that unit in 2025. The Company also hopes to have an even smaller unit designed during 2025 for automobiles and refrigerators with USB charging which is currently in the early stages of development and has not been engineered or prototyped.

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About Vytex

Vytex is a multi-patented latex raw material in which the allergy causing proteins are reduced to a level that falls at or below detection based on ASTM approved test methods. Vytex has been available as a raw material commercially for fourteen years and through that time has a group of manufacturers who use it in end products such as electrical gloves, condoms, adhesives, etc. Ironically, most use Vytex as it's better for their manufacturing process as an easier to use raw material and not for protein properties. As of mid-2020 Vystar and the Indian Rubber Manufacturers Research Association's ("IRMRA") had been actively collaborating to develop viscoelastic deproteinized natural rubber (DPNR) variants having properties for expanding applications in specific new arenas such as green tires, biodegradable and other unique bioelastoplast product lines that desire a new approach. Additionally, this research, while slowed by the COVID-19 pandemic, showed attributes with extra low ammonia offerings that are desired.

Towards the end of 2020, Vystar entered into a Market Development and Distribution Agreement with Corrie MacColl, Ltd. ("CMC Global") to produce, develop and manage the Vytex product and supply lines. This agreement allows Vystar to expand the market for its Natural Rubber Latex products and has garnered much attention across a broad range of industries including liquid Vytex as well as the newly developed dry rubber Vytex. As of the date of this report, CMC Global has provided numerous opportunities that are in a trial basis or moving towards manufacturing trials in industries that use a significant amount of natural rubber latex, hence Vytex that now includes production size trial runs in a large dipped product consumer line starting late 2022. Additionally Vystar now has a testing supply of Vytex dry rubber for larger trials. The success of early trials and the shipping crisis has led to broader spectrum of manufacturers combining the potential of Cameroon production with strategically placed contract manufacturers based on geographical needs including the North American market. Also, Vystar research has shown great strides in specializing liquid Vytex (ultra-low protein latex, ULPL) to meet the immediate needs of customers such as low or no nitrosamine and others (discussed in the presentation below available in the pdf) and additional patents have been proposed to cover these findings. Research into dry rubber continues at a moderate pace as tire companies seek out alternatives to synthetics.

In Halcyon Agri (owner of CMC Global), 2020 Corporate Report: "Our group-wide innovation capabilities have enabled us to engage in innovative commercial partnerships. Corrie MacColl is collaborating with Vystar to transform our Cameroon plantation output into ultra-pure latex with stronger molecular bond that offers enhanced strength, durability, and flexibility in the end products. This is achieved by removing non-rubber components and 99.85% of the proteins." CMC Global continues to work with the facility at Cameroon to produce Vytex at their owned processing plant.

Vytex researcher Dr. Ranjit Matthan and CMC Global Director John Heath presented at The International Latex Conference which was held virtually July 20 to 22, 2021 and offered a plenary session entitled "Innovations and Sustainability in Natural Rubber Latex - The New Paradigm." The presentation discussed the dramatic effect the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the natural rubber supply chain, and how the industry is reacting the new economic circumstances; including strategy and policy shifts in supply chain management and restoring greater geographic diversification of latex processing and product manufacturing. The R&D association with IRMRA promises quicker laboratory and field-based testing and evaluations downstream. At Vystar, the recalibrated sustainability program (FSC, nitrosamines & ammonia free, ultralow proteins, no SVHC and green carbon neutrality) emphasize certifications with Corrie MacColl market reach facilitating faster rollouts. Nontraditional/non Hevea brasiliensis based production efforts are likely to continue to face new penetration and high cost-benefit acceptance challenges in this decade. A PDF of the full presentation is available on vytex.com.

Additionally, in August 2021, Dr. Matthan presented new data to the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers' Association including Vytex dry rubber.

Vystar has expanded Vytex into the consumer arena with an introduction into the bedding category, aligning with key foam manufacturers to create mattresses, mattress toppers and pillows. Through this effort, Vystar can bring the benefits of great sleep and a more natural product to the public.

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About FEC

Vystar is looking to Fluid Energy as it moves forward in its quest for a cleaner and safer environment. The Company is planning to improve its air purifying by using the ultrasonic technology of Fluid Energy and combining it with its leading UV-C technology. The designs and prototypes are in development. This ultrasonic technology is applied into water products with the same goal. We have working prototypes for our water product targets that have tested beyond expectation for bacterial killing and flow metering. We will begin soon evaluating our ability to eradicate hard water pollution that fouls pools, fountains, and pumps. These products will move us toward living more safely and cleanly in our environment.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Comparison of the Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 with the Three Months Ended June 30, 2023

Three Months Ended June 30,
2024 2023 $ Change % Change
CONSOLIDATED
Revenue $ 38,069 $ 36,126 $ 1,943 5.4 %
Cost of revenue 22,932 5,913 17,019 287.8 %
Gross profit 15,137 30,213 (15,076 ) -49.9 %
Operating expenses:
Salaries and commissions 3,731 74,282 (70,551 ) -95.0 %
Share-based compensation 93,711 107,204 (13,493 ) -12.6 %
Professional fees 78,493 6,269 72,224 1152.1 %
Advertising 460 3,561 (3,101 ) -87.1 %
Rent 17,284 20,001 (2,717 ) -13.6 %
Depreciation and amortization 18,627 18,819 (192 ) -1.0 %
Other operating 52,840 89,014 (36,174 ) -40.6 %
Total operating expenses 265,146 319,150 (54,004 ) -16.9 %
Loss from operations (250,009 ) (288,937 ) 38,928 -13.5 %
Other expense:
Interest expense (36,187 ) (11,181 ) (25,006 ) 223.6 %
Net loss from continuing operations (286,196 ) (300,118 ) 13,922 -4.6 %
Discontinued operations:
Loss from operations (1,945 ) (221,349 ) 219,404 -99.1 %
Net loss (288,141 ) (521,467 ) 233,326 -44.7 %
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest 817 92,967 (92,150 ) -99.1 %
Net loss attributable to Vystar $ (287,324 ) $ (428,500 ) $ 141,176 -32.9 %

Revenues

Revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 were $38,069 and $36,126, respectively, for an increase of $1,943 or 5.4%. The increase in revenues was nominal due to the Company's internal reorganization. Jamie Rotman took over as CEO to refocus the Company on Vystar's two main product lines, RxAir and Vytex. Another objective was to bring the internal reporting systems up to date including procedures to make future reporting and external audits run smoothly.

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The Company reported gross profit of $15,137 for the three-month period ended June 30, 2024 compared to gross profit of $30,213 for the three-month period ended June 30, 2023, a decrease of $15,076 or 49.9%. The decrease in gross profit is due to adjustments for internal sales reserves in the three-month period ended June 30, 2023.

The cost of revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $22,932 and $5,913, respectively, an increase of $17,019 or 287.8%.

Operating Expenses

The Company's operating expenses consist primarily of compensation and support costs for management and administrative staff, and for other general and administrative costs, including professional fees related to accounting, finance, and legal services as well as advertising and other operating expenses. The Company's operating expenses were $265,146 and $319,150 for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, a decrease of $54,004 or 16.9%. The decrease was due in part to reduced salaries and commissions.

Other Expense

Other expense for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 consisted of interest expense of $36,187 and $11,181, respectively, an increase of $25,006 or 223.6%. The increase was due to a new term debt note with a related party for accrued interest thereon and amortization of the debt discount.

Discontinued Operations

Loss from discontinued operations for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $1,945 and $221,349, respectively, for a decrease of $219,404 or 99.1%. The decrease was attributable to the final winding down of expenses in 2024.

Net Loss

Net loss was $288,141 and $521,467 for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, a decrease of $233,326 or 44.7%. Net loss in the quarter ended June 30, 2024 versus net loss in the same period in 2023 decreased due to a significantly reduced loss from discontinued operations.

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Comparison of the Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 with the Six Months Ended June 30, 2023

Six Months Ended June 30,
2024 2023 $ Change % Change
CONSOLIDATED
Revenue $ 75,676 $ 446,033 $ (370,357 ) -83.0 %
Cost of revenue 40,352 82,611 (42,259 ) -51.2 %
Gross profit 35,324 363,422 (328,098 ) -90.3 %
Operating expenses:
Salaries and commissions 7,491 129,211 (121,720 ) -94.2 %
Share-based compensation 286,164 246,114 40,050 16.3 %
Professional fees 150,799 61,711 89,088 144.4 %
Advertising 962 10,226 (9,264 ) -90.6 %
Rent 30,498 40,002 (9,504 ) -23.8 %
Depreciation and amortization 37,254 37,638 (384 ) -1.0 %
Other operating 109,403 178,174 (68,771 ) -38.6 %
Total operating expenses 622,571 703,076 (80,505 ) -11.5 %
Loss from operations (587,247 ) (339,654 ) (247,593 ) 72.9 %
Other expense:
Interest expense (44,276 ) (21,518 ) (22,758 ) 105.8 %
Net loss from continuing operations (631,523 ) (361,172 ) (270,351 ) 74.9 %
Discontinued operations:
Loss from operations (31,336 ) (1,437,371 ) 1,406,035 -97.8 %
Net loss (662,859 ) (1,798,543 ) 1,135,684 -63.1 %
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest 13,161 603,696 (590,535 ) -97.8 %
Net loss attributable to Vystar $ (649,698 ) $ (1,194,847 ) $ 545,149 -45.6 %

Revenues

Revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 were $75,676 and $446,033, respectively, for a decrease of $370,357 or 83%. The decrease in revenues was due in part to the Company's internal reorganization. Jamie Rotman took over as CEO to refocus the Company on Vystar's two main product lines, RxAir and Vytex. Her focus was additionally to complete the move-out of the Rotmans 250,000 sq ft facility and relocate the inventory. Another one of her objectives was to bring the internal reporting systems up to date including procedures to make future reporting and external audits run smoothly. The decrease was also attributable to decreased sales allowances in 2023.

The Company reported gross profit of $35,324 for the six-month period ended June 30, 2024 compared to gross profit of $363,422 for the six-month period ended June 30, 2023, a decrease of $328,098 or 90.3%. The decrease in gross profit is due to adjustments for internal sales reserves in the six-month period ended June 30, 2023.

The cost of revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $40,352 and $82,611, respectively, a decrease of $42,259 or 51.2%.

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Operating Expenses

The Company's operating expenses consist primarily of compensation and support costs for management and administrative staff, and for other general and administrative costs, including professional fees related to accounting, finance, and legal services as well as advertising and other operating expenses. The Company's operating expenses were $622,571 and $703,076 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, a decrease of $80,505 or 11.5%. The decrease was due in part to reduced salaries and commissions.

Other Expense

Other expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 consisted of interest expense of $44,276 and $21,518, respectively, an increase of $22,758 or 105.8%. The increase was due to accrued interest and amortization of debt discount on related party debt issued in June 2024.

Discontinued Operations

Loss from discontinued operations for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $31,336 and $1,437,371, respectively, for a decrease of $1,406,035 or 97.8%. The decrease was attributable to the final winding down of expenses in 2024.

Net Loss

Net loss was $662,859 and $1,798,543 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, a decrease of $1,135,684 or 63.1%. Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2024 versus net loss in the same period in 2023 decreased due to a significantly reduced loss from discontinued operations.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

The Company's financial statements are prepared using the accrual method of accounting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the settlement of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, we have incurred significant losses and experienced negative cash flow since inception. At June 30, 2024, the Company had cash of $23,321 and a deficit in working capital of approximately $6.3 million. Further, at June 30, 2024, the accumulated deficit amounted to approximately $61.3 million. We use working capital to finance our ongoing operations, and since those operations do not currently cover all of our operating costs, managing working capital is essential to our Company's future success. Because of this history of losses and financial condition, there is substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.

A successful transition to profitable operations is dependent upon obtaining sufficient financing to fund the Company's planned expenses and achieving a level of revenue adequate to support the Company's cost structure.

Management plans to finance future operations using cash on hand, as well as increased revenue from RxAir air purifier sales and Vytex license fees. The Company will also raise capital with common stock subscription issuances.

There can be no assurances that we will be able to achieve projected levels of revenue in 2024 and beyond. If we are not able to achieve projected revenue and obtain alternate additional financing of equity or debt, we would need to significantly curtail or reorient operations during 2024, which could have a material adverse effect on our ability to achieve our business objectives, and as a result, may require the Company to file bankruptcy or cease operations. The financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or amounts classified as liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be forced to take any such actions.

Our future expenditures will depend on numerous factors, including: the rate at which we can introduce RxAir products and license Vytex NRL raw material and the foam cores made from Vytex to manufacturers and subsequently retailers; the costs of filing, prosecuting, defending and enforcing any patent claims and other intellectual property rights, along with market acceptance of our products, and services and competing technological developments. As we expand our activities and operations, our cash requirements are expected to increase at a rate consistent with revenue growth after we achieve sustained revenue generation.

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Sources and Uses of Cash

Net cash used in operating activities was $80,353 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 as compared to net cash used in operating activities of $165,192 for the six months ended June 30, 2023. During the six months ended June 30, 2024, cash used in operations was primarily due to the net loss offset non-cash related add-back of share-based compensation expense, depreciation and amortization.

Net cash provided by investing activities was $1,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to net cash of $579,483 provided by investing activities during the six months ended June 30, 2023. Both sources represented proceeds from the sale of property and equipment from discontinued operations.

Net cash provided by financing activities was $61,986 during the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to cash used in of $369,261 during the six months ended June 30, 2023. During the six months ended June 30, 2024, cash was provided by discontinued operations of $61,986. During the six months ended June 30, 2023, cash was provided by related party advances of $33,343 and used in discontinued operations in the amount of $402,604.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that may be reasonably likely to have a current or future material effect on our financial condition, liquidity, or results of operations.

DISCLOSURE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Our Management's Discussion and Analysis contains not only statements that are historical facts, but also statements that are forward-looking (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934). Forward-looking statements are, by their very nature, uncertain and risky. These risks and uncertainties include international, national and local general economic and market conditions; demographic changes; our ability to sustain, manage, or forecast growth; product development, introduction and acceptance; existing government regulations and changes in, or the failure to comply with, government regulations; adverse publicity; competition; fluctuations and difficulty in forecasting operating results; changes in business strategy or development plans; business disruptions; the ability to attract and retain qualified personnel; the ability to protect technology; and other risks that might be detailed from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Although the forward-looking statements in this Quarterly Report reflect the good faith judgment of our management, such statements can only be based on facts and factors currently known by them. Consequently, and because forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, the actual results and outcomes may differ materially from the results and outcomes discussed in the forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made by us in this report and in our other reports as we attempt to advise interested parties of the risks and factors that may affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations and prospects.

ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

None

ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

The Company's Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer (the "Certifying Officer") is responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures for the Company. Although the Certifying Officer has designed such disclosure controls and procedures to ensure that material information is made known to them, particularly during the period in which this report was prepared, certain material weaknesses occurred during the period ended June 30, 2024 and subsequent to period end. The Certifying Officer has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company's disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) (the "Rules") under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (or "Exchange Act") as of the end of the period covered by this Quarterly Report and is working on improving controls with an outside CPA firm and internal resources.

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Management's Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f) and 15d - 15(f) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934). Internal control over financial reporting is a process to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of our financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that: (i) in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect our transactions; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary for preparation of our financial statements; (iii) provide reasonable assurance that our receipts and expenditures are made in accordance with management authorization; and (iv) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting, however well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, and not absolute, assurance that the controls will prevent or detect misstatements. In addition, the design of any control system is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events. Because of these and other inherent limitations of control systems, there is only the reasonable assurance that our controls will succeed in achieving their goals under all potential future conditions.

Management, under the supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and our acting Chief Financial Officer, conducted an evaluation of our internal control over financial reporting as of June 30, 2024, based on the framework in Internal Control-Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission ("COSO") 2013. Based on our evaluation under the COSO framework, management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of June 30, 2024. Such conclusion was reached based on the following material weaknesses noted by management:

a) We have a lack of segregation of duties due to the small size of the Company.
b) The Company did not maintain reasonable control over records underlying transactions necessary to permit preparation of the Company's financial statements.
c) Lack of controls that provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposal of the Company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
d) Lack of a formal CFO position who can devote significant attention to financial reporting resulted in multiple audit adjustments.
e) Lack of a functioning audit committee, resulting in ineffective oversight in the establishment and monitoring of required internal controls and procedures. Management believes the lack of a functioning audit committee results in ineffective oversight in the establishment and monitoring of required internal controls and procedures, which could result in a material misstatement in our financial statements in future period.

Management expects to strengthen internal control during 2024 by developing stronger business and financial processes for accounting for transactions, which will enhance internal control for the Company.

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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

The Company is subject to legal proceedings and claims that have not been fully resolved and have arisen in the ordinary course of business. See the discussion of pending legal proceedings in Note 14 of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

None

ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

None

ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

Not applicable

ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION

None

ITEM 6. EXHIBITS

Exhibit Index

Number Description
31.1 * Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32.1 * Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
101.INS Inline XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

* Filed herewith

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

VYSTAR CORPORATION
Date: October 29, 2024 By: /s/ Jamie Rotman
Jamie Rotman
President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Director
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