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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. - Annual Report: 2020 (Form 10-K)

 

 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 10-K

 

[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020

 

OR

 

[  ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the transition period from April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020

 

Commission File Number: 000-53723

 

 

  

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Florida   30-0791746
(State or other jurisdiction of   (IRS Employee
incorporation or organization)   Identification No.)

 

555 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor    
New York, NY   10022
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (917) 796-9926

 

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

None

 

Securities registered under Section 12(g) of the Exchange Act:

Common Stock, $0.00001 Par Value

(Title of class)

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. [  ] Yes [X] No

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. [  ] Yes [X] No

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the issuer was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. [X] Yes [  ] No

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Website, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). [  ] Yes [X] No

 

Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§ 229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. [X]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company or, an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer”, “smaller reporting company”, and “emerging growth company”, in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

 

Large accelerated filer [  ] Accelerated filer [  ]
Non-accelerated filer [  ] Smaller reporting company [X]
(Do not check if smaller reporting company) Emerging growth company [  ]

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. [  ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). [  ] Yes [X] No

 

On September 30, 2019, the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second quarter, the aggregate market value of the Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant was $2,883,284 based upon the closing price on that date of the Common Stock of the registrant on the OTC Bulletin Board system of $0.0401. For purposes of this response, the registrant has assumed that its directors, executive officers and beneficial owners of 5% or more of its Common Stock are deemed affiliates of the registrant.

 

As of as of June 26, 2020, the registrant had 145,323,728 shares of its Common Stock, $0.00001 par value (the “Common Stock”), outstanding.

 

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

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol   Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share   TAUG   OTCQB

 

 

 

 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

    Page
PART I.    
Item 1. Business 4
Item 1.A. Risk Factors 14
Item 1.B. Unresolved Staff Comments 30
Item 2. Properties 30
Item 3. Legal Proceedings 30
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures 30
     
PART II.    
Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities 31
Item 6. Selected Financial Data 34
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operation 34
Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk 43
Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data 43
Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure 44
Item 9A. Controls and Procedures 44
Item 9B. Other Information 45
     
PART III.    
Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance 46
Item 11. Executive Compensation 49
Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters 49
Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence 50
Item 14. Principal Accounting Fees and Services 50
     
PART IV.    
Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules 50
     
  Signatures 54
     
  Exhibits  

 

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FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

 

This annual report on Form 10-K contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about our industry, our beliefs and our assumptions. Forward looking statements are often identified by words such as “will”, “may”, “projects”, “anticipate,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks” and “estimates” and variations of these words and similar expressions or import are intended to identify forward-looking statements, but are not intended to constitute the exclusive means of identifying such statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those described in “Risk Factors” contained below in this annual report, some of which are beyond our control and difficult to predict and could cause actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements, expressed or implied, by such forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this Form 10-K. Investors should carefully consider all of such risks before making an investment decision with respect to the Company’s stock. The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements for Tauriga Sciences, Inc. Such discussion represents only the best present assessment from our Management.

 

All references in this Annual Report on Form 10-K to “we,” “us,” “our” and the “Company” refer to Tauriga Sciences, Inc., a Florida corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries unless the context requires otherwise.

 

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PART I

 

ITEM 1. BUSINESS

 

General Overview

 

Tauriga Sciences, Inc. (the “Company”) is a Florida corporation, with its principal place of business being located at 555 Madison Avenue, Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10022. The Company has, over time, moved into that of a diversified life sciences technology company, with its mission to operate a revenue generating business, while continuing to evaluate potential acquisition candidates operating in the life sciences technology space.

 

Tauriga Pharma Corp.

 

On January 4, 2018, the Company announced the formation of a wholly-owned subsidiary in Delaware. This subsidiary, incorporated in Delaware, was initially named Tauriga IP Acquisition Corp., which changed its name to Tauriga Biz Dev Corp. on March 25, 2018, and most recently (January 2020) changed its name to Tauriga Pharma Corp.

 

Effective January 2020, the Company amended the certificate of incorporation of Tauriga Business Development Corp. in relevant part to effectuate a name change of this subsidiary to Tauriga Pharma Corp. The principal reason for the name change is to align this subsidiary’s focus on the development of a pharmaceutical product line that is synergistic with the Company’s primary CBD product line. Currently, the plan is to initially create a pharmaceutical line of products to address nausea symptoms related to chemotherapy treatment in patients, which we will submit for clinical trials and to regulatory agencies for approval.

 

On March 18, 2020, the Company filed a Provisional U.S. Patent Application covering its Pharmaceutical grade version of Tauri-Gum™. This patent application, filed with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (“U.S.P.T.O.”), is titled: “MEDICATED CBD COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURING, AND METHODS OF TREATMENT.” The Company’s proposed Pharmaceutical grade version of Tauri-Gum™ is being developed for nausea regulation, intended specifically to target patients subjected to ongoing chemotherapy treatment(s) (the “Indication”). The delivery system for this Pharmaceutical product is an improved version of the existing “Tauri-Gum™” chewing gum formulation based on continued research and development.

 

Tauriga Sciences Limited

 

On June 10, 2019, the Company formed a wholly owned subsidiary, Tauriga Sciences Limited, with the registrar of Companies for Northern Ireland. Tauriga Sciences Limited is a private limited Company. The entity was established in conjunction with e-commerce merchant services. In conjunction to this new entity the Company entered into a two-year lease commencing on June 11, 2019 and expiring on June 30, 2021. The office is located at Regus World Trade Centre Muelle de Barcelona, edif. Sur, 2a Planta Barcelona Cataluña 08039 Spain.

 

Collaboration Agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.

 

On April 3, 2020, Tauriga Sciences, Inc. entered into a collaboration agreement (“Collaboration Agreement”) with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. (“Aegea”), for the purpose of developing a Rapid, Multiplexed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Point of Care Test with Superior Sensitivity and Selectivity (the “SARS-Col 2 Test”). The parties believe that the benefits of the SARS-CoV-2 Test are as follows: Rapid SARS-CoV-2 test with the sensitivity and specificity to eliminate false negatives and false positives, and with the ability to detect and measure viral shed, even in patients who are asymptomatic. This SARS-CoV-2 test would use Aegea’s patented technologies to take coronavirus testing to the next level by differentiating different strains of SARS-CoV-2. The test, if successful, would be adaptable to additional SARS-CoV-2 strain types as necessary and as the virus mutates. It also has the possibility to be rapidly be customized to provide similarly sensitive and specific assays for other viruses. The Company has committed to raise funding for the purposes set forth in under the Collaboration Agreement from its $5,000,000 Equity Line of Credit (“ELOC”). Seventy percent (70%) of the net proceeds from the sale of the initial 10,000,000 shares of our Common Stock under the ELOC will be invested in Aegea for the development of the Covid Test and used to purchase shares of common stock of Aegea at a purchase price of $4.00 per share. As of the date of this annual report, the Company has contributed a total of $183,442 towards this collaboration agreement, a portion of which was funded through the sale of our Common Stock under our existing ELOC. See also the description of our investments in the Notes to our financial statements in Note 12 - Investments and Note 15 – Subsequent Events, as well as in agreements filed by us as exhibits to or incorporated by reference in this annual report.

 

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Pursuant to the amended terms of the Collaboration Agreement, following the initial sale of 10,000,000 shares of our common stock under the ELOC, twenty percent (20%) of all subsequent net proceeds from the sale of shares under the ELOC shall be used to purchase additional shares of common stock of Aegea at a purchase price of $4.00 per share. The $4.00 stock price corresponds to a current pre-money valuation of Aegea of $25,000,000 for each tranche of cash, up to the first $2,000,000 of our investment in Aegea. The valuation will be reassessed and reset by the parties after the first $2,000,000 of Tauriga’s investment is received by Aegea. In addition, as part of our agreement with Aegea, On May 26, 2020, Tauriga also issued to Aegea 5,000,000 unregistered common shares of Tauriga common stock. The Collaboration Agreement commenced on signing and will continue indefinitely, unless amended or terminated by mutual written agreement of the parties.

 

COMPANY PRODUCTS

 

TAURI-GUMTM

 

In October 2018, the Company’s management, along with its board of directors, began to explore the possibility of launching a cannabidiol (“CBD”) infused gum product line into the commercial marketplace.

 

To begin this process, during the quarter ended December 31, 2018, the Company began discussions with a Maryland based chewing gum manufacturer - Per Os Biosciences LLC (“Per Os Bio”), which consummated in a manufacturing agreement in late December 2018 to launch and bring to market a white label line of CBD infused chewing gum under the brand name Tauri-GumTM. In October 2019, we filed trademark applications for the above-referenced marks in each of the European Union and Canada. On February 18, 2020, the Company received a notice of allowance from the European Union Intellectual Property Office granting the Company its trademark registration for Tauri-Gum™ (E.U. Trademark # 018138334).

 

Under the terms of the agreement, Per Os Bio produces Tauri-GumTM based on the following criteria:

 

A. By composition, the CBD Gum will contain 10 mg of CBD Isolate;

B. The initial production run will be mint flavor;

C. This proprietary CBD Gum will be manufactured under U.S. Patent # 9,744,128 (“Method for manufacturing medicated chewing gum without cooling”);

D. Each Production Batch, including the initial production run, is estimated to yield 70,000 gum tablets or 8,700 Units (each Unit contains 8 gum tablets);

E. Integrated Quality Control Procedures: Each production batch will be tested by a 3rd Party for CBD label content, THC content (0%), and clear for microbiology;

F. The packaging, for retail marketplace, will consist of 8 count (gum tablet count) blister card labeled (the “Pack(s)”) with Lot # as well as Expiration Date;

G. Outer sleeve in the Company’s artwork and graphic design(s) and label copy; and

H. Shipping System: Bulk packed 266 Packs per master case (“Palletized”).

 

Under terms of the agreement with Per Os Bio:

 

  A. Each product order will consist of 8,700 Packs (unless otherwise agreed upon by both parties);
  B. ½ of initial production invoice due within 3 days of execution of Manufacturing Agreement;
  C. Provide graphic design artwork, logo, and label design to Per Os Bio;
  D. To implement kosher certification process;
  E. Procure appropriate Product & Liability insurance policy; and
  F. Acquire legal opinion with respect to the confirmation of the legality to sell this CBD Gum on the Federal Statute Level.

 

The Company’s gum formulation includes distinctive features: allergen free, gluten free, vegan, kosher (K-Star certification), and incorporates a proprietary manufacturing process. See our “Risk Factors” contained in this Annual Report, including with respect, but not limited, to Federal laws and regulations that govern CBD and cannabis.

 

The Company’s E-commerce website is www.taurigum.com.

 

During the fiscal year 2020, the Company added two additional flavors. Blood Orange and Pomegranate.

 

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TAURI-GUMMIES™

 

On November 25, 2019, the Company announced that it has finalized the formulation for its Vegan 25 mg CBD (Isolate) Infused Gummies product to be branded Tauri-Gummies™ for which a trademark was filed in Switzerland and the European Union. This product contains no gelatin in the formulation, as the Company has utilized plant-based alternatives in completion of this product. There will be 4 flavors offered – cherry, orange, lemon and lime.

 

Each gummy package contains 24 gummies in a jar, 6 of each flavor, containing 25mg of CBD isolate per individual gummy, or 600 mg of CBD isolate per jar. These gum drops have been manufactured in the “Nostalgic” 1950s confectionary style and are both plant-based (vegan formulated) and kosher certified. The Company commenced sales of Tauri-Gummies™ in January 2020.

 

CANNABIGEROL “CBG” ISOLATE INFUSED VERSION OF TAURI-GUM™

 

On December 30, 2019, the Company announced it had commenced development of a Cannabigerol (“CBG”) Isolate Infused version of its Tauri-Gum™ brand. This initial production run had been completed in its Peach-Lemon flavor (and each piece of Chewing Gum contains 10mg CBG isolate). This initial production run yielded roughly 8,300 blister packs. The product is Kosher Certified, Vegan Formulated, Lab Tested, NON-GMO, Allergen Free, Gluten Free, containing no THC, and 100% Made in the USA. MSRP has been established at $19.99 per Blister Pack.

 

The Company has commenced production of its second version of CBG Infused Tauri-Gum - Black Currant Flavor (each piece of Chewing Gum contains 15mg of CBG isolate). The Company’s Black Currant Flavor - CBG Infused Tauri-Gum™, will be: Kosher Certified, Vegan, Lab-Tested, NON-GMO, Allergen Free, Gluten Free, 15mg CBG/Piece of Chewing Gum, 100% Made in the USA. MSRP will be $22.99 per Blister Pack.

 

DISTRIBUTION OF THE COMPANY’S PRODUCTS

 

E&M Distribution Agreement

 

On April 1, 2019, the Company entered into a distribution agreement with E&M Ice Cream Company (“E&M”) to establish Tauri-GumTM in the greater New York City marketplace (the “E&M Distribution Agreement”), with substantial levels of both financial resources and marketing support.

 

Under the terms of the E&M Distribution Agreement, the Company issued restricted shares of common stock to E&M for their support services.

 

South Florida Region Distribution Agreement 

 

On April 8, 2019, the Company entered into a non-exclusive distribution agreement with IRM Management Corporation (“IRM”), an established medical practice management firm (the “IRM Distribution Agreement”). The purpose of the IRM Distribution Agreement is to target our Tauri-GumTM product to the South Florida based medical market, including chiropractors, orthopedists, as well as prospective retail customers in this geographic area.

 

In connection with the IRM Distribution Agreement, the Company agreed to a one-time issuance of restricted shares of the Company’s common stock and a cash stipend. For a more complete description of this arrangement please refer to Note 1 to the financial statements under Distributions of the Company’s Products as well as the agreement as exhibits file by reference thereto.

 

North Eastern United States Distribution Agreement

 

On April 30, 2019, the Company, entered into a non-exclusive comprehensive distribution agreement with Sai Krishna LLC (“SKL”), a New Jersey based distributor, with relationships in the Northeast region of the United States and Asia, with the intention of increasing and accelerating market penetration of the Company’s Tauri-GumTM product line in the applicable regions.

 

In connection with the SKL agreement, the Company agreed to a one-time issuance of restricted shares of the Company’s common stock. In addition, the Company has agreed to issue restricted shares of the Company’s common stock to principals of SKL for assistance in the Company’s marketing strategy. This agreement expired on April 30, 2020.

 

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On May 11, 2019, the Company also entered into a consulting agreement pursuant to the terms of the SKL agreement, whereby Ms. Neelima Lekkala was appointed Vice President of Distribution & Marketing. This agreement has a one-year term and expired on May 11, 2020. Ms. Lekkala focused her efforts on the expansion of Tauri-GumTM in terms of gross sales and revenue growth through the acquisition of new customers, establishment of professional marketing materials & protocols, logistics improvement(s) and fulfillment services. Ms. Lekkala was not an executive officer of the Company and, therefore, was not deemed to be an affiliate of the Company. Ms. Lekkala’s compensation included restricted shares of the Company’s common stock, which were fully earned and vested upon the execution of her consulting agreement. Additionally, Ms. Lekkala was entitled to receive a 30% commission on total gross sales through the sale of the Tauri-GumTM product line, which the Company was permitted to pay in either stock or cash at the election of Ms. Lekkala. As of March 31, 2020, Ms. Lekkala had earned commission in the amount of $1,023.

 

Windmill Health Distribution Agreement

 

On June 28, 2019, the Company entered into a distribution agreement with Windmill Health Products, LLC (“Windmill Health”), a New Jersey based distributor, with the intention of increasing and accelerating market penetration of the Company’s Tauri-GumTM product line. The Company did not contribute any capital or issue any equity to Windmill Health in connection with the Windmill Health distribution agreement.

 

These arrangements are more fully described in our periodic and current reports that we have filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and included in these agreements as exhibits file by reference thereto.

 

In connection with the issuances of any restricted securities by the Company regarding the above-described distribution agreements or other agreements described in this annual report, please see Part II, Item 5, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities for additional information.

 

Resale Agreement with OG LABORATORIES, LLC

 

On January 21, 2020, the Company entered into a joint venture agreement with OG LABORATORIES, LLC (“OG”). Under this agreement the Company will act as a wholesaler of OG’s product labeled under OG’s name. We are currently wholesaling two of OG’s products: “Omega-3 Heart Wellness+CBD” and “Collagen Skin Wellness+CBD”. Both of these products will be offered on the Company’s website. The Company will be compensated for sales generated through its efforts according the following formula: the Company shall receive, no later than 30 days after collection, the following percentage of the total order amount for third-party customers who purchase OG products that Tauriga originated or derived: for aggregate purchases greater than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00), Tauriga shall receive commission of three and a half percent (3.5%), and for aggregate purchases of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) or less, Tauriga shall receive commission of five percent (5%). . Tauriga shall receive the above-referenced commission on such sales as long as the sale is made while the contract is in force or within six (6) months after the contract’s termination. The OG agreement may be terminated by either party with thirty days of prior written notice to the other party. The Company made an initial purchase of OG inventory of $3,050 for e-commerce fulfillment.

 

REGULATORY MATTERS

 

Food and Drug Administration

 

On May 31, 2019, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) held public hearings to obtain scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds, including CBD. The hearing came approximately five months after the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (more commonly known as the Farm Bill), went into effect and removed industrial hemp from the Schedule I prohibition under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) (industrial hemp means cannabis plants and derivatives that contain no more than 0.3 percent tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, on a dry weight basis).

 

Though the Farm Bill removed industrial hemp from the Schedule I list, the Farm Bill preserved the regulatory authority of the FDA over cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds used in food and pharmaceutical products under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and section 351 of the Public Health Service Act. The FDA has been clear that it intends to use this authority to regulate cannabis and cannabis-derived products, including CBD, in the same manner as any other food or drug ingredient. In addition to holding the hearing, the agency had requested comments by July 2, 2019 regarding any health and safety risks of CBD use, and how products containing CBD are currently produced and marketed, which comment period was concluded on July 16, 2019. As of the date hereof, the FDA has taken the position that it is unlawful to put into interstate commerce food products containing hemp derived CBD, or to market CBD as, or in, a dietary supplement. Furthermore, since the closure of the FDA hearings on this issue, some state and local agencies have issued a ban on the sale of any food or beverages containing CBD. H.R. 5587, a newly introduced legislative effort at the federal level, seeks to consider hemp-derived CBD and substances containing hemp-derived CBD to be dietary supplements under the FD&C Act, which would likely resolve ambiguity and provide clear guidance to stakeholders about how to comply with applicable FDA law. However, H.R. 5587 was only recently introduced in the House of Representatives, and is in its infancy, requiring further approvals, including approval of the House of Representatives, the Senate and the President of the United States before being enacted into law, if at all.

 

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Furthermore, with respect to Company’s developing CBG product line, the FDA has provided no guidance as to how cannabinoids other than CBD (sch as CBG) shall be regulated under the FD&C Act, and it is unclear at this time how such potential regulation could affect the results of the operations or prospects of the Company or this product line.

 

See our Risk Factors for more information about these items, as well as certain related disclosures included our Results of Operations under the heading “Going Concern”.

 

The Company’s activities are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including failing to secure additional funding, success in developing and marketing its products and the level of competition and potential regulatory enforcement actions. These risks and others are described in greater detail in the Risk Factors set forth in this prospectus.

 

2019 Increase in Authorized Shares

 

On July 26, 2019, the Company held a meeting of its board of directors. The matters voted on and approved at the meeting included an amendment to the Company’s Articles of Incorporation to increase the number of authorized shares of the Company’s common stock, $0.00001 par value per share from 100,000,000 to 400,000,000 shares (the “Authorized Shares Increase”). The increase in the authorized shares was approved by the shareholders of record at a special meeting of shareholders on September 10, 2019, and the Company promptly filed its Amended Articles of Incorporation with the division of corporations of the State of Florida to effectuate the increase in authorized shares, which was formally accepted by the Florida Division of Corporations on September 12, 2019.

 

Certified by Wal-Mart, Inc. to become a Domestic Supplier 

 

On December 23, 2019, the Company announced that is has been certified by Wal-Mart, Inc. (“Walmart”) to become a Domestic Supplier. This certification from Walmart was obtained by the Company on December 19, 2019. On May 26, 2020, we also announced that our Walmart Marketplace Seller Application had been officially approved. In joining Walmart Marketplace, the Company has the opportunity to expand the presence of its products and product lines, with access to over a hundred million monthly customers. The Company is also approved to both list products on Walmart.com and sell directly to Walmart buyers.

 

Approval to Operate Global Seller Account by Alibaba Group

 

On January 6, 2020, the Company announced that is has been approved by Chinese multinational conglomerate, Alibaba Group (“Alibaba”), to operate a Global Seller Account. In addition, the Company has been designated as a Gold Supplier (Gold Tier Level Supplier). This Alibaba approval opens up the global marketplace to the Company, its products, its product lines, as well as future business opportunities. The Company is working diligently towards establishing a partnership with a China based fulfillment and distribution network.

 

Certified as Affiliate Vendor by The National Association of College Stores

 

On January 7, 2020, the Company announced that is has been certified by the National Association of College Stores (“NACS”) as an affiliate vendor. As a vendor of NACS, the Company has joined the most comprehensive group of campus retailers working to provide the best services and selections to college students across the United States.

 

Investment Agreement and Registration Rights Agreement

 

On January 21, 2020, the Company entered into a $5,000,000 equity line financing agreement (“Investment Agreement”) with Tangiers Global, LLC (“Tangiers”), as well as a registration right agreement related thereto (“Registration Rights Agreement”). The term of the financing is over a period of 36 months. Pursuant to the Registration Rights Agreement, a maximum of 76,000,000 shares of our Common Stock may be sold to Tangiers from time to time, which have been registered on our Form S-1 Registration Statement, which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 16, 2020.

 

Subject to the terms and conditions of the equity line documents, from time to time, the Company may, in its sole discretion, deliver a Put Notice to Tangiers which states the number of shares that the Company intends to sell to Tangiers on a closing date. The maximum amount of shares of Common Stock that the Company shall be entitled to put to Tangiers per any applicable Put Notice shall be an amount of shares up to or equal to two hundred percent (200%) of the average of the daily trading volume (U.S. market only) of the Common Stock for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date (the “Put Amount”) so long as such amount is at least Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) and does not exceed Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($350,000), as calculated by multiplying the Put Amount by the average daily VWAP for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date. The “Purchase Price” of the shares of our Common Stock that we may sell to Tangiers will be 88% of the lowest VWAP of the Common Stock during the five (5) consecutive Trading Days including and immediately following the applicable to the Put Notice, provided, however, an additional 10% will be added to the discount of each Put if (i) the Company is not DWAC eligible and (ii) an additional 15% will be added to the discount of each Put if the Company is under DTC “chill” status on the applicable Put Notice Date.

 

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The closing of a purchase by Tangiers of the shares specified by us in the Put Notice will occur on the date which is no earlier than five and no later than seven trading days following the date Tangiers receives the Put Notice. On a closing date we will sell to Tangiers the shares of our common stock specified in the Put Notice, and Tangiers will pay us an amount equal to the Purchase Price multiplied by the number of shares specified in the Put Notice. As of March 31, 2020, the Company has exercised no put options under this agreement; however, subsequent to the end of our fiscal year, we have issued 5,750,000 shares of Common Stock in exchange for an aggregate of $154,418 as of the date of filing of this annual report.

 

HISTORICAL BUSINESS ITEMS

 

Cupuaçu Butter Lip Balm

 

On December 23, 2016, the Company entered into a non-exclusive, 12-month license agreement (the “License Agreement”) with Cleveland, Ohio based cosmetics products company Ice + Jam LLC (“Ice + Jam”) to market Ice + Jam’s proprietary cupuaçu butter lip balm, sold under the trademark HerMan® which launched during the quarter ended December 31, 2017. During February of 2018, the Company’s strategy with respect to the HerMan® product was negatively impacted by a series of product defects relating to the twisting mechanism of the lip balm tube. As a result of this and the concomitant halting of selling efforts, the Company had no sales of the HerMan® product during the year ended March 31, 2019. The Company has removed the product from the website and the remaining inventory was written-off as it was determined that the units were not usable. The Company had discontinued this operation as of March 31, 2019.

 

Honeywood

 

Following the termination of a proposed 2014 merger between the Company and California-based Honeywood LLC (“Honeywood”), a developer of a topical medicinal cannabis product, on August 1, 2017, the Company entered into a Debt Conversion Agreement, whereby the Company agreed to convert an $170,000 note receivable due from Honeywood, including accrued interest into a 5% membership interest in Honeywood. At the time of the Honeywood Conversion Agreement, the receivable balance under the Note of $199,119 had been fully written off by the Company in a prior period. As a result of the Honeywood Conversion Agreement, the Company deemed the investment to have no current value.

 

Pilus Energy

 

On January 28, 2014, the Company acquired Pilus Energy, LLC (“Pilus”), an Ohio limited liability company and a developer of alternative cleantech energy platforms using proprietary microbial solutions that create electricity while consuming polluting molecules from wastewater. On December 22, 2016, the Company entered in a membership interest transfer agreement with Open Therapeutics whereby the Company sold 80% of its membership interest in Pilus back to Open Therapeutics for consideration of the termination of 80% of the unexercised portion of the warrants to purchase the Company’s common stock. Open Therapeutics agreed to pay to the Company 20% of the net profit generated Pilus Energy from its previous year’s earnings, if any. On January 12, 2019, the Company and Open Therapeutics agreed to extinguish a contingent liability in exchange for a one-time issuance of 500,000 restricted shares of Company’s common stock.

 

Blink Charging Company

 

On March 29, 2018 the Company’s then named subsidiary - Tauriga Biz Dev Corp. - entered into an independent sales representative agreement with Blink Charging Company (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“BLINK”). Under this agreement we became a non-exclusive independent sales representative to solicit orders from potential customers for EV (“Electric Vehicle”) Stations placement. This sales agreement is a three-tier compensation model based on whether we contract the new customer to purchase equipment outright from BLINK or enter into one of two revenue-sharing agreements. If our subsidiary effectuates a sale of BLINK equipment it will receive a one-time sales commission based on the sales price of the equipment sale. In the case where our subsidiary secures a revenue sharing agreement with a customer where BLINK remains the owner, then our subsidiary will be paid an on-going commission based off of gross charger revenue, subject to which party paid for the installation. Commission payments under the revenue sharing agreement are subject to minimum revenue generation hurdles.

 

On June 29, 2018, the Company purchased four BLINK Level – 2 - 40” pedestal chargers for permanent placement in a retail location or locations whereby the Company will pay a variable annual fee based on 7% of total revenue per charging unit. The rest of the proceeds will be split 80/20 between the Company and the host location owner or its assignee. The host location owner will pay for the cost of providing power to these unit as well as installation costs. As of December 31, 2019, we have not installed any of these machines in any locations, and no revenue has been generated through the Blink contract. Management has not made any decision regarding placement of these units at this time. The Company has not decided to abandon this business line, and therefore, we have not reclassified these assets as held for sale. 

 

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SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

Subsequent to March 31, 2020, the Company issued additional shares of Common Stock as follows: (i) 6,000,000 restricted shares of common stock in a private placement purchased by accredited individual investors for cash of $191,000 ($0.0318 per share); (ii) 1,000,000 shares of restricted common stock were issued to consultants for services rendered; (iii) 525,000 shares of restricted common stock for commitment shares relative to convertible notes issued; (iv) 20,009,621 shares of restricted common stock in conversion of convertible notes issued by us of $370,000 and accrued interest of $26,841; (v) 5,000,000 shares of restricted common stock were issued in conjunction with the collaboration agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.; and (vi) 5,750,000 registered shares of our Common Stock were issued under the Investment Agreement with Tangiers.

 

See description of our stock issuances in this annual report beginning on page F-40, and as otherwise described in this annual report in more detail through the description of the applicable agreements pursuant to which we have issued these securities.

 

Collaboration Agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.

 

See the description of our Collaboration Agreement under the Business Section, general overview subheading, for a more expansive description of this transaction with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc., which was entered into for the purpose of developing a Rapid, Multiplexed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Point of Care Test with Superior Sensitivity and Selectivity (the “SARS-Col 2 Test”). Pursuant to the terms of the Collaboration Agreement, we will help fund the development of the SARS-Col-2 Test, including through the use of our ELOC with Tangiers and other means as our management and board of directors may approve.

 

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Convertible Notes

 

GS Capital, LLC

 

On April 17, 2020, the Company entered into a one year 8% $55,000 convertible Note with GS Capital Partners, LLC pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement (“GS Note”). The GS Note has a maturity date of April 17, 2021 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $50,000 was funded to the Company on April 17, 2020). The holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the GS Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the twenty (20) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. During the first six months that the GS Capital Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the GS Note by paying to the holder an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but less than the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The GS Note may not be redeemed after 180 days after entering into it. In connection with the GS Capital Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 5,717,000 shares of its common Stock for conversions under this Note (the “Share Reserve”) within 5 days from the date of execution and shall maintain a 2.5 times reserve for the amount then outstanding. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. The Company issued to the noteholder 150,000 shares of its restricted common stock as debt commitment shares valued at $5,000 ($0.03 per share).

 

Adar Alef, LLC

 

On April 30, 2020, the Company entered into securities purchase agreement with Adar Alef, LLC whereby the Company issued an 8% convertible redeemable note in the principal amount of $44,000. The note was funded with net proceeds of $37,800, after the deduction of $4,000 for OID and $2,200 in legal fees. The note has a maturity date of April 30, 2021. The face value amount plus accrued interest under the note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market on which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the 20 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. During the first 6 months following the Issuance Date, the Company may redeem this Note by paying to the Holder an amount equal to the sum of 140% of the face amount plus any accrued interest. The Company shall establish an initial reserve of 7,736,000 shares of its common stock and at all times reserve a minimum of 4 times the amount of shares required if the note were to fully convert. This Note may not be prepaid after the 6-month anniversary of the issuance date.

 

Tangiers Global, LLC

 

On May 8, 2020, the Company effectuated a six-month fixed convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC with a total face value of $102,500 containing an original issue discount of $2,500. On May 8, 2020, the Company received funds in the amount of $50,000 and recognized original issue discount of $1,250. This note matures on November 8, 2020 and bears an interest rate of 5%, guaranteed. This note has a fixed conversion price of $0.03 per share. In the event of default this note will accrue at a rate of 15% per annum or the highest rate permitted by law. The Company may redeem the note by paying to Tangiers an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount so paid of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, and (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120%. After 180 days from the effective date, the Company may not pay this note, in whole or in part without prior written consent by Holder. The Company covenants that it will at all times reserve and keep available for Tangiers, out of its authorized and unissued Common Stock three times the number of shares of Common Stock as shall be issuable upon the full conversion of this Note. If the Note is not retired on or before the Maturity Date, then at any time and from time to time after the Maturity Date, and subject to the terms hereof and restrictions and limitations contained herein, the Tangiers shall have the right, at the Tangiers’s sole option, to convert in whole or in part the outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount under this Note into shares of Common Stock at the Variable Conversion Price which shall be equal to the lower of: (a) the Fixed Conversion Price or (b) 70% of the lowest volume weighted average price of the Company’s Common Stock during the 15 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which Tangiers elects to convert all or part of the Note.

 

Firstfire Global Opportunities, LLC

 

On May 18, 2020, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (“SPA”) with Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund, LLC (“Firstfire”) pursuant to a convertible promissory note in the principal amount of $88,333, having an original issue discount in the amount of $8,833. On May 24, 2020, the Company received funds in the amount of $75,000 after the deduction of legal fees in the amount of $4,500. This note bears an annual interest rate of 8%. The per share conversion price into which Principal Amount and interest under this Note shall be convertible into shares of Common Stock hereunder shall be equal to 65% multiplied by the average of the two (2) lowest volume weighted average prices of the Common Stock during the fifteen (15) consecutive Trading Day period immediately preceding the date of the respective conversion. The borrower covenants that at all times until the Note is satisfied in full, the borrower will reserve from its authorized and unissued Common Stock a sufficient number of shares, free from preemptive rights, to provide for the issuance of a number of Conversion Shares equal to the greater of: (a) 8,500,000 shares of Common Stock or (b) the sum of the number of Conversion Shares issuable upon the full conversion of this Note multiplied by (ii) three and a half (3.5). At any time prior to or as of the earlier of the (i) the first conversion date and (ii) the 180th calendar day after the issue date, the borrower shall have the right to prepay the outstanding principal amount and interest then due under this note. If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time within the initial 30 calendar days following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 115% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount.

 

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If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time from the 31st calendar day through the 60th calendar day following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 125% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount. If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time from the 61st calendar day through the 120th calendar day following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 135% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount. If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time from the 121st calendar day through the 180th calendar day following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 140% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount.

 

Tangiers Global, LLC

 

On June 24, 2020, the Company effectuated a six-month fixed convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC with a total face value of $210,000 containing an original issue discount of $10,000. On June 26, 2020, the Company received funds in the amount of $200,000 and recognized original issue discount of $10,000. This note matures on December 24, 2020 and bears an interest rate of 8%, guaranteed. This note has a fixed conversion price of $0.03 per share. The Company may redeem the note by paying to Tangiers an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount so paid of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, and (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120%. After 180 days from the effective date, the Company may not pay this note, in whole or in part without prior written consent by Holder. The Company covenants that it will at all times reserve and keep available for Tangiers, out of its authorized and unissued Common Stock three times the number of shares of Common Stock as shall be issuable upon the full conversion of this Note. If the Note is not retired on or before the Maturity Date, then at any time and from time to time after the Maturity Date, and subject to the terms hereof and restrictions and limitations contained herein, the Tangiers shall have the right, at the Tangiers’s sole option, to convert in whole or in part the outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount under this Note into shares of Common Stock at the Variable Conversion Price which shall be equal to the lower of: (a) the Fixed Conversion Price or (b) 70% of the lowest volume weighted average price of the Company’s Common Stock during the 15 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which Tangiers elects to convert all or part of the Note.

 

Odyssey Funding, LLC

 

On June 29, 2020, the Company fully paid and retired the Odyssey Funding, LLC dated December 18, 2019 having principal of $100,000 and accrued interest in the amount of $4,252. This note included a prepayment penalty in the amount of $45,748. The share reserve of 22,084,000 shares was released upon satisfaction of the note and returned to treasury.

 

Investment – Küdzoo, Inc.

 

Concerning the Company’s Investment in Küdzoo, Inc. of $105,600, subsequent to March 31, 2020, the current equity round, the entire valuation under which the Company invested was revalued to a valuation of $7,500,000 and the Company was made whole by a proportionate increase in its equity ownership. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s adjusted ownership percentage was 1.41%.

 

For a more complete description of convertible notes that the Company has entered into subsequent to March 31, 2020 please see Note 15 to our financial statements– Subsequent Events in Part II of this annual report starting on page F-50, as well as in agreements filed by us as exhibits to or incorporated by reference in this annual report, which disclosure is incorporated by reference into this Item 1.

 

Reports to Security Holders

 

In accordance with the rules and regulation of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission annual reports containing financial statements audited by our independent registered public accounting firm and quarterly reports containing unaudited financial statements for each of the first three quarters of each year. We file Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Current Reports on Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission in order to meet our timely and continuous disclosure requirements. We may also file additional documents with the Commission if they become necessary in the course of our company’s operations.

 

The public may read and copy any materials that we file with the SEC at the SEC’s Public Reference Room at 100 F Street, NE, Washington, D.C. 20549. The public may obtain information on the operation of the Public Reference Room by calling the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330. The SEC maintains an Internet site that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC. The address of that site is www.sec.gov.

 

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Environmental Regulations

 

We do not believe that we are or will become subject to any environmental laws or regulations of the United States. While our products and business activities do not currently violate any laws, any regulatory changes that impose additional restrictions or requirements on us or on our products or potential customers could adversely affect us by increasing our operating costs or decreasing demand for our products or services, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.

 

Investments

 

Pilus Energy, LLC

 

On December 22, 2016, the Company entered in a membership interest transfer agreement with Open Therapeutics whereby the Company sold 80% of its membership interest in Pilus back to Open Therapeutics for consideration of the termination of 80% of the unexercised portion of the warrants to purchase the Company’s common stock. Open Therapeutics agreed to pay to the Company 20% of the net profit generated Pilus Energy from its previous year’s earnings, if any. As of March 31, 2020, the Company has recognized revenue from this investment.

 

VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc.

 

On December 4, 2019, VTGN adjusted the strike price of the Company’s 230,000 February 2022 warrants to $0.50 each. These was neither a gain nor loss on the transaction since there is no value recognized by the Company. At March 31, 2020, these warrants were out of the money by $0.06 per share. Since these 230,000 total warrants are not publicly traded, the Company has not recognized the value of these warrants as they are not liquid. The strike price on these options will revert back to $1.50 at December 4, 2021 for all unexercised options.

 

On December 11, 2019, the Company purchased 250,000 three-year restricted warrants for VTGN at a cost of $0.15 each (total value of $37,500). These warrants have a strike price of $0.50 each. At March 31, 2020, these shares were $0.06 out of the money but since these warrants are not publicly traded, the Company has not recognized the value of these warrants as they are not liquid.

 

Küdzoo

 

On April 8, 2019, the Company invested $20,400 in Küdzoo, Inc., in which the Company had previously invested $37,500. The $20,400 investment was recorded at cost representing a 0.2% of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

On December l8, 2019, the Company invested $22,000 in Küdzoo, Inc. The $22,000 investment was recorded at cost representing a 0.2% of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

On January 6, 2020 and January 24, 2020, the Company invested a total of $25,700 in Kudzoo, Inc. The $25,700 investment was recorded at cost representing a 0.2%  of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.

 

Pursuant to the amended terms of the Collaboration Agreement (See the description of our Collaboration Agreement under the Business Section, general overview subheading, for a more expansive description of this transaction with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.), which was entered into for the purpose of developing a Rapid, Multiplexed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Point of Care Test with Superior Sensitivity and Selectivity (the “SARS-Col 2 Test”). Pursuant to the terms of the Collaboration Agreement, we are funding the development of the SARS-Col-2 Test, including through the use of our ELOC with Tangiers and other means as our management and board of directors may approve. As of this report date and subsequent to the balance sheet date, the Company has invested $183,443 in exchange for 45,861 shares of Aegea ($4.00 per share).

 

All of the Company’s investments are more fully described in the Notes to our financial statements in Note 12- Investments and Note 15 – Subsequent Events as well as in agreements filed by reference as exhibits thereto.

 

Employees

 

As of March 31, 2020, we had a total of two persons devoting substantially full-time services to the Company under consultancy arrangements. They are Seth M. Shaw, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, and Kevin Lacey, the Company Chief Financial Officer.

 

Available Information

 

All reports of the Company filed with the SEC are available free of charge through the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. In addition, the public may read and copy materials filed by the Company at the SEC’s Public Reference Room located at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. The public may also obtain additional information on the operation of the Public Reference Room by calling the Commission at 1-800-SEC-0330.

 

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ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS

 

The following important factors among others, could cause our actual operating results to differ materially from those indicated or suggested by forward-looking statements made in this Form 10-K or presented elsewhere by management from time to time.

 

An investment in our common stock involves a number of significant risks, known and unknown, that may prevent us from achieving our goals. If any of these risks actually occur, our business, financial condition or results of operation may be materially adversely affected.

 

You should carefully consider the following risks and uncertainties in addition to other information in this prospectus (such as the Going Concern note to its financials) in evaluating our Company and our business before purchasing our securities. Our business, operating results and financial condition could be seriously harmed, and the trading price of our common stock could decline and investors could lose all or part of their investment, as a result of the occurrence of any of the following risks. You should invest in our common stock only if you can afford to lose your entire investment.

 

There could be unidentified risks involved with an investment in our securities.

 

The following risk factors are not a complete list or explanation of the risks involved with an investment in the securities. Additional risks will likely be experienced that are not presently foreseen by the Company. Prospective investors must not construe the information provided herein as constituting investment, legal, tax or other professional advice. Before making any decision to invest in our securities, you should read this entire prospectus and consult with your own investment, legal, tax and other professional advisors. An investment in our securities is suitable only for investors who can assume the financial risks of an investment in the Company for an indefinite period of time and who can afford to lose their entire investment. The Company makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the likelihood our business will succeed, whether any regulatory agency may enforce the food and drug administration’s ban on consumable CBD/CBG products, including the Company’s products or regarding the value of our securities, any financial returns that may be generated or any tax benefits or consequences that may result from an investment in the Company.

 

Risks Related to Company’s Business

 

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that are commonly found in or derived from cannabis and industrial hemp plants, including but not limited to Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical compound, and non-psychoactive chemical compounds, such as Cannabidiol (CBD) and Cannabigerol (CBG). It is believed that there are at least 120 cannabinoid compounds within cannabis and industrial hemp plants.

 

The Company is currently engaged in the sale of products that include CBD, intends to engage in the sale of products that include CBG, and is also is considering creating product lines that include other cannabinoids, although the Company’s current products contain no THC and the Company does not currently plan to produce or sell any products that contain any or more than 0.3% THC.

 

Cannabinoids can be found in or derived from both cannabis plants and industrial hemp plants. Industrial hemp is a varietal of the cannabis sativa plant that has been bred to have a low level of THC (below 0.3% THC). Cannabis sativa plants that have above 0.3% THC are considered cannabis plants. Due to the unique regulatory framework of both the cannabis and hemp industries, the source of the cannabinoid (i.e., whether it is derived from an industrial hemp plant or a cannabis plant) makes a significant difference in the legality and risks associated with any product that includes such cannabinoid.

 

As of the date hereof, the Company’s current product offerings contain and intended product offerings will contain CBD and CBG derived exclusively from industrial hemp. A description of industrial hemp industry specific risks is set forth below. While the Company does not currently sell any products derived from cannabis, to the extent that, in the future, Company may decide to offer products with cannabinoids derived from cannabis, cannabis industry specific risks are also described below.

 

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Industrial Hemp Industry Risks

 

Legal Uncertainty Surrounding Current Industrial Hemp Regulations.

 

The laws and regulations affecting the industrial hemp industry are constantly changing, which could detrimentally affect the Company’s proposed operations. Local, state and federal industrial hemp laws and regulations are broad in scope and subject to evolving interpretations, which could require the Company to incur substantial costs associated with compliance or alter its business plan. In addition, violations of these laws, or allegations of such violations, could disrupt the Company’s business and result in a material adverse effect on its operations. In addition, it is possible that regulations may be enacted in the future that will be directly applicable to the Company’s proposed business, including, but not limited to, regulations or laws impacting the manufacturing and production methods the Company may utilize. The Company cannot predict the nature of any future laws, regulations, interpretations or applications, nor can the Company determine what effect additional governmental regulations or administrative policies and procedures, if promulgated, could have on the Company’s business.

 

Uncertainty Regarding the USDA’s Domestic Hemp Production Program.

 

The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill), tasked the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with developing a protocol to approve plans submitted by States and Indian Tribes for the domestic cultivation of industrial hemp (State Plans). It also establishes a Federal plan for cultivators in States or territories of Indian Tribes that do not have their own USDA-approved State Plan. Accordingly, the USDA has issued its Interim Final Rule to establish the domestic hemp production program and to facilitate the cultivation of hemp, as set forth in the 2018 Farm Bill. As of this date, the New York Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYDAM) has not yet formally submitted a State Plan pursuant to the Interim Final Rule. The NYDAM has stated that it will continue to operate under the industrial hemp pilot program provisions of the 2014 Farm Bill, which will remain in effect until October 31, 2020. The Interim Final Rule has only established protocols for cultivators of industrial hemp and not processors or manufacturers. Given that Company’s products are reliant on industrial hemp processing and manufacturing and not industrial hemp cultivation, it is unclear how the USDA will handle processors with respect to its licensing structure and such uncertainty could disrupt the Company’s business and result in a material adverse effect on its operations.

 

Uncertainty Regarding the NYDAM’s Development of a State Plan.

 

Pursuant to New York Legislation S.6184/A.7680, the NYDAM retains primary regulatory authority over the production and cultivation of industrial hemp within the State of New York. However, pursuant to the 2018 Farm Bill a State Plan must be submitted to the USDA for approval, in order to ensure that the NYDAM’s primary regulatory authority is recognized at the federal level. As of this date, the NYDAM has not yet formally submitted a State Plan and based on public comments issued by the NYDAM it is unclear as to when and how a formal State Plan will be submitted. Until a formal State Plan for New York has been published, submitted and approved by the USDA, it is unclear how the NYDAM will handle any conflicts with federal law which arise over processors and manufacturers of industrial hemp products with respect to its licensing structure and such uncertainty could disrupt the Company’s business and result in a material adverse effect on its operations.

 

The NYDAM’s Current Position on CBD.

 

The NYDAM’s has issued updated guidance which prohibits the addition of hemp derived CBD into food and beverages, which are intended for human consumption. However, the NYDAM states that hemp derived CBD is allowed for human consumption in the form of dietary supplements. Because Company’s product is included in food, the NYDAM’s updated guidance may limit Company’s ability to source, manufacture, and sell the product, or limit the consumer’s ability to purchase and use the product, which could severely impact Company’s revenues and profits. Future regulatory changes or enforcement actions by the NYDAM, with respect to CBD, could also have a materially adverse impact on the business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects of the Company.

 

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Uncertainty Regarding the Implementation of New York’s Cannabinoid Hemp Processor and Retailer Licensing Regime.

 

Recently New York Public Health Law Article 33-B, Regulation of Cannabinoid Hemp and Hemp Extract, was enacted into law. The new regulation which does not become effective until January 1, 2021, will regulate the licensing and oversight of hemp cannabinoid manufacturing, which will include hemp derived CBD and CBG. The new regulations require both cannabinoid hemp retailers and cannabinoid hemp processors to become licensed prior to manufacturing or selling of hemp derived cannabinoid products. The new regulations also allow for the products produced pursuant to the regulatory regime, to be used for human consumption. At this time, it is unclear how the new regulatory regime for cannabinoid hemp processors will impact Company’s manufacturing and retailing partners, and such uncertainty could disrupt the Company’s business and result in a material adverse effect on its operations.

 

Uncertainty Regarding Production of CBD Products Through the use of White Labeling.

 

Company operates its CBD product business as a white label operation, however, if Company is deemed to be operating its business without a required manufacturing license this could impact Company’s ability to maintain this business or subject it to significant penalties, fees, fines, or other financial consequences. If Company’s manufacturing and production partners were to lose their license this could also significantly impact Company’s revenues as a result of lost profits as Company sought out new partners or waited for current partners to become compliant.

 

State and local laws and regulations surrounding the production and manufacture of industrial hemp derived CBD products are still in flux as states and local agencies figure out how best to regulate these products. State and local laws may change in unexpected ways that could result in Company’s manufacturing partners being forced to change their products or services, or raise prices, all of which could impact Company’s revenues and prospective profits.

 

In addition, state or local laws may prohibit the white labeling of industrial hemp derived CBD products, which would force Company to abandon its current business strategy with regard to Company’s products or rework Company’s current relationships with Company’s partners, which would significantly impact Company’s revenues and prospective profits.

 

The FDA’s Current Position on CBD.

 

The 2018 Farm Bill removed industrial hemp and hemp derivatives from the definition of marijuana in the United States Federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. § 811) (CSA). However, the 2018 Farm Bill specifically preserved the United States Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) authority over hemp derived consumer products. The FDA has taken the position that it is currently illegal to put into interstate commerce a food to which cannabidiol (CBD) has been added, or to market CBD as, or in, a dietary supplement. The FDA prohibits these uses of CBD because CBD was the subject of substantial clinical investigations into its potential medical uses before it was added to foods (including dietary supplements), and, separately, because CBD is the active ingredient in an FDA-approved prescription drug product which is used to treat rare, severe forms of epilepsy. The FDA had sought public comments regarding issues surrounding CBD and has not issued any guidance, rules, or regulations regarding the use of CBD in foods, drugs, or cosmetics since closing the comment period. Because Company’s product is included in food, FDA rules and regulations limiting Company’s ability to source, manufacture, and sell the product, or limiting the consumer’s ability to purchase and use the products, could severely impact Company’s revenues and profits. Future regulatory changes or enforcement actions by the FDA, with respect to CBD, could also have a materially adverse impact on the business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects of the Company.

 

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Uncertainty Regarding the FDA’s Potential Position on CBG.

 

Cannabigerol (CBG) is a cannabinoid which can be lawfully derived from industrial hemp and Company has plans to develop CBG products. The 2018 Farm Bill preserved the FDA’s authority over industrial hemp derived consumer products and as of this date, the FDA has provided no guidance as to how cannabinoids other than CBD shall be regulated under the Food Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). Future regulatory changes or enforcement actions by the FDA, with respect to CBG or other hemp derived cannabinoids, could have a materially adverse impact on the business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects of the Company.

 

The FDA Limits the Ability to Discuss the Medical Benefits of CBD.

 

Under FDA rules it is illegal for companies to make “health claims” or claim that a product has a specific medical benefit, without first getting FDA approval for such claim. The FDA has not recognized any medical benefits derived from CBD, which means that Company is not legally permitted to advertise any potential health claims related to its CBD products. Because of the perception among many consumers that CBD is a health/medicinal product, Company’s inability to make such health claims about its CBD products, may limit Company’s ability to market and sell its product to consumers, which would negatively impact Company’s revenues and profits.

 

Federal intellectual property laws may limit Company’s ability to protect its trademarks, names, logos, and other intellectual property

 

On May 2, 2019, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) promulgated Examination Guide 1-19, which provides, among other things, that trademarks for food products, beverage products, dietary supplement products, or pet treat products containing hemp derived CBD (“Consumable Hemp Derived CBD Products”) can be rejected by the USPTO on the basis that the sale of such products in interstate commerce allegedly violates FDA law (see discussion of FDA law above).

 

Because of the USPTO’s current position, obtaining trademarks for Consumable Hemp Derived CBD Products is problematic, making it difficult to enforce and protect intellectual property relating to Consumable Hemp Derived CBD Products. Company’s product offerings include Consumable Hemp Derived CBD Products. There can be no assurance that all of the steps Company takes to protect such intellectual property will be adequate. In many cases, Company may not have sufficient protection or rights to take sufficient action to protect material intellectual property. If efforts to protect such intellectual property are not adequate, or if any third-party misappropriates or infringes on such intellectual property, whether in print, on the Internet or through other media, the value of the impacted brands may be harmed, which could have a material adverse effect on Company’s prospects, including the failure of such brands and branded products to achieve and maintain market acceptance. Such failure would likely adversely impact Company’s revenue stream, and accordingly, Company’s ability to make distributions to shareholders.

 

There can be no assurance that third parties will not assert infringement or misappropriation claims against Company, or assert claims that Company’s rights in certain trademarks, service marks, trade dress and other intellectual property assets are invalid or unenforceable. Any such claims could have a material adverse effect on Company’s financial condition as well as its ability to allocate time and effort to other aspects of its business. If Company’s rights in any intellectual property were invalidated or deemed unenforceable, it could permit competing uses of intellectual property by third parties, which, in turn, could lead to a decline in Company’s results of operations. If Company is found to infringe upon a third party’s intellectual property rights, it may be forced to pay damages, be required to develop or adopt non-infringing intellectual property or be obligated to acquire a license to such intellectual property. There could be significant expenses associated with the defense of any infringement, misappropriation, or other third-party claims. Although in the case of intellectual property in respect of which Company has a license, Company may have a right to indemnification from the licensor, Company cannot assure that the financial condition of the licensor will be sufficient to satisfy any licensor indemnification obligation, or that such indemnification obligation would cover lost profits, consequential or other non-direct damages.

 

New York City has implemented an embargo on food and beverage CBD products.

 

On July 1, 2019, months after the NYC Department of Heath announced a ban on CBD in foods and beverages (mainly focused on restaurants and baked goods), the updated New York City Health Code now includes an embargo of CBD-infused Edible(s) Products (including packaged products). Company has taken a conservative approach towards the production of its products, including, for example, ensuring that its product manufacturer periodically tests for compliance with the 2018 Farm Bill, in order to ensure that the products are utilizing CBD oils derived from industrial hemp plants and that the products contain 0% THC content. Company remains confident that the current embargo on CBD Edible(s) products will be lifted and/or clarified. However, as a result of this embargo, Company has taken the necessary steps to ensure that its marketing efforts are focused on areas outside of New York City, while still maintaining its New York City (the 5 Boroughs) presence. Similar embargoes and bans have been implemented in other municipalities and jurisdictions, and this trend may continue, making it difficult for Company to conduct a sufficient amount of sales and business and could have a materially adverse impact on the business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects of the Company.

 

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Fraudulent or Illegal Activity by Industrial Hemp Suppliers.

 

The Company is exposed to the risk that its suppliers of industrial hemp materials may engage in fraudulent or other illegal activity. Misconduct by these parties could include intentional, reckless and/or negligent conduct or disclosure of unauthorized activities to the Company that violates: (i) government regulations; (ii) cultivation standards; or (iii) laws that require the true, complete and accurate reporting of information or data. It may not always be possible for the Company to identify and deter misconduct by its suppliers and other third parties, and the precautions taken by the Company to detect and prevent this activity may not be effective in controlling unknown or unmanaged risks or losses or in protecting the Company from governmental investigations or other actions or lawsuits stemming from a failure to be in compliance with such laws or regulations. If any such actions are instituted against Company, and it is not successful in defending itself or asserting its rights, those actions could have a significant impact on the Company’s business, including the imposition of civil, criminal and administrative penalties, damages, monetary fines, contractual damages, reputational harm, diminished profits and future earnings, and curtailment of the Company’s operations, any of which could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects.

 

Potential Federal Legislation Regarding CBD

 

On January 13, 2020, Representative Collin C. Peterson introduced H.R. 5587, a bill seeking to amend the FD&C Act with respect to the regulation of hemp-derived CBD and substances containing hemp-derived CBD. If enacted into law, H.R. 5587 would consider hemp-derived CBD and substances containing hemp-derived CBD to be dietary supplements under the FD&C Act, resolving ambiguity and providing clear guidance to stakeholders about how to comply with applicable FDA law. However, H.R. 5587 was only recently introduced in the House of Representatives, it is currently in the House Committee on Agriculture, Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research, and requires substantial further approvals, including approval of the House of Representatives, the Senate and the President of the United States before being enacted into law, if at all. At this time Company cannot determine what effect these additional governmental regulations, if promulgated, could have on the Company’s business.

 

Results of Future Clinical Research on Industrial Hemp Derived Cannabinoids.

 

Research in the U.S. and internationally regarding the medical benefits, viability, safety, efficacy, dosing and social acceptance of industrial hemp or isolated cannabinoids derived from industrial hemp remains in early stages. Future research and clinical trials may prove prior research results to be incorrect, or could raise concerns regarding, and perceptions relating to, industrial hemp and industrial hemp derived cannabinoids. Given these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, prospective shareholders should not place undue reliance on prior research articles and reports. Future research studies and clinical trials may reach negative conclusions regarding the medical benefits, viability, safety, efficacy, dosing, social acceptance or other facts and perceptions related to industrial hemp and industrial hemp derived cannabinoids, which could have a material adverse effect on the demand for the Company’s products with the potential to lead to a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects.

 

Product Liability for Industrial Hemp Related Companies.

 

Industrial hemp companies are subject to strict product liability laws where a Company who sells a defective product to a consumer is subject to liability for any harm that befalls that consumer due to the defect. For example, a Company who sells industrial hemp CBD infused products could be held liable if that product was tainted in the cultivation or manufacturing process or inadequately labeled and a consumer subsequently fell ill. This area of law is unsettled and there is very little statutory or case law regarding industrial hemp and products liability. Under certain circumstances, the Company, or distributors or retailers of its products, may be required to recall or withdraw products. Even if a situation does not necessitate a recall or market withdrawal, product liability claims may be asserted against the Company. If the consumption of any of the products causes, or is alleged to have caused, a health-related illness, the Company may become subject to claims or lawsuits relating to such matters. Even if a product liability claim is unsuccessful, the negative publicity surrounding any assertion that the products caused illness or physical harm could adversely affect the Company’s reputation and brand equity.

 

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Cannabis Industry Risks

 

THIS TIME COMPANY IS NOT ENGAGED IN CANNABIS ACTIVITIES. COMPANY IS CURRENTLY ONLY ENGAGED IN THE SALE AND DEVELOPMENT OF PRODUCTS THAT CONTAIN INDUSTRIAL HEMP DERIVED CANNABINOIDS. HOWEVER, TO THE EXTENT THAT COMPANY MAY DECIDE SUBSEQUENTLY OFFER PRODUCTS THAT CONTAIN CANNABINOIDS DERIVED FROM CANNABIS, THE RELEVANT CANNABIS INDUSTRY RISKS ARE SET FORTH BELOW:

 

Federal regulation and enforcement may adversely affect the implementation of cannabis laws and regulations may negatively impact Company’s business operations, revenues and profits.

 

Currently, there are 33 states in the United States, plus the District of Columbia, that have laws and/or regulations that recognize, in one form or another, medical benefits or other uses for cannabis or cannabis related products. These states have also passed laws governing the use and sale of cannabis products and others are considering similar legislation.

 

Nonetheless, the possession, use, cultivation, manufacturing, sale distribution and transfer of cannabis is illegal under Federal Law. Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I drug, which is viewed as having a high potential for abuse and no currently accepted use for medical treatment in the U.S. and lacking acceptable safety for use under medical supervision.

 

The United States Supreme Court has ruled that the federal government has the right to regulate and criminalize cannabis, even for medical purposes, and thus federal law criminalizing the use of cannabis preempts state laws that legalize its use (U.S. v. Oakland Cannabis Buyers’ Coop., and Gonzales v. Raich). Although the Obama administration stated that it is not an efficient use of resources to direct federal law enforcement agencies to prosecute those lawfully abiding by state-designated laws allowing the use and distribution of medical and adult-use cannabis, and Congress passed the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019, eliminating any application of the federal budget toward the prosecution of individuals or entities operating in compliance with state cannabis laws, there is no guarantee that the Trump administration will not change the current stated policy regarding the low priority enforcement of federal laws in states where cannabis has been legalized under state law. Several members of President Trump’s cabinet have made statements indicating they are opposed to legalization efforts.

 

In January 2018, former Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded the 2013 Obama-era Cole Memo which had previously indicated that resources would not be directed for federal enforcement activity, including civil enforcement and criminal investigations and prosecutions related to cannabis activities. This has created significant uncertainty as to the enforcement policies and priorities of the federal government and agencies against cannabis operators and businesses in the cannabis industry. Although Jeff Sessions has been replaced by President Trump with Attorney General William Barr, there is still very little clarity as to how President Trump, or Attorney General Barr, will enforce federal law or how they will deal with states that have legalized medical or adult-use cannabis. Even for businesses compliant with state laws, cannabis-related investments remain a risk under federal law. As such, any investment into a commercial cannabis business is laden with risk under federal law, and an increased amount of risk due to former Attorney General Sessions actions against the cannabis industry. Any change in the federal government’s enforcement of federal laws could cause significant damage to Company and its growth prospects.

 

As the possession, cultivation, use and distribution of cannabis is illegal under the CSA, any person engaged in such activities may be deemed to be conducting or aiding and abetting illegal activities. As a result, Company and possibly certain beneficial owners of its equity may be subject to enforcement actions and/or prosecution by law enforcement authorities. Strict enforcement of the CSA by the DOJ would materially and adversely affect Company’s ability to generate funds for distributions to the holders of stock. Additionally, any action taken against Company for conducting or aiding and abetting illegal activities may force Company to cease operations and investors could lose their entire investment. In any such action, Company’s assets may be subject to forfeiture and investors could additionally face fines, penalties or the possibility of criminal prosecution. Companies that engage in any form of commerce in the cannabis industry and individuals investing in a cannabis business may be subject to federal criminal prosecution along with civil fines and penalties. The federal, and in some cases state, law enforcement authorities have frequently investigated and/or closed dispensaries, grow operators, manufacturers, and other cannabis-related businesses. Federal enforcement would have a material adverse effect on the business and operations of the Company and could lead to dissolution, asset forfeiture and total loss of investment in the Company.

 

Variations in state and local regulation, and enforcement in states that have legalized cannabis, may restrict cannabis-related activities, which may negatively impact Company’s revenues and prospective profits.

 

Many state and local cannabis laws are relatively new and there is a relatively small body of interpretive guidance and case law available to understand how certain laws, rules and regulations will be interpreted or applied by enforcement agencies or the courts. Additionally, the state and local licensing regulations are interdependent but, in part due to the variability of applicable local rules and differences in their effective administration, the results of such interdependency are often inefficient and may be impossible to comply with. As a result, Company’s business may be required to operate in a grey area, which subjects Company to the risk that it will unintentionally violate laws, rules or regulations.

 

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The Company must be prepared for possible changes in laws and regulations which could seriously impact the Company’s business. The Company will incur ongoing costs and obligations related to regulatory compliance and failure to do so may result in additional costs for corrective measures, penalties, or in restrictions on the Company’s operations. In addition, changes in regulations, more vigorous enforcement thereof, or other unanticipated events could require extensive changes to the Company’s operations, increased compliance costs, or give rise to material liabilities, which could have a material adverse effect on the business, results of operations, and financial condition of the Company. Company cannot predict the nature of any future laws, regulations, interpretations, or applications, nor can it determine what effect additional governmental regulations or administrative policies and procedures, when and if promulgated, could have on its business. Accordingly, the unfavorable enforcement or change in applicable state or local laws could materially and adversely affect Company’s ability to make payments to the holders of Company’s stock and could result in the loss of investment in Company.

 

These state and local legal regimes often require companies to apply for and be awarded a license in order to operate a cannabis business operation. Company plans to operate its potential cannabis business as a white label operation. However, if such potential operations are deemed to be operating without a required license this could impact Company’s ability to engage in this business model or potentially subject Company to significant penalties, fees, fines, or other financial consequences.

 

Laws regarding the transportation of Cannabis

 

Laws related to transportation of cannabis may significantly impact Company’s ability to get products to market or may raise the cost of doing so, which would impact Company’s revenue and potential profits. Both state and federal law make it illegal to transport cannabis products across state lines. Any accidental or intentional transportation of Company’s products across state lines could, therefore, result in significant consequences including loss of a state issues license or permit, financial penalties, seizure of Company’s products, and prosecution for the illegal transportation of a Schedule I substance. These consequences may impact Company’s revenues, potential profits, or ability to continue operating in this line of business.

 

Federal intellectual property laws may limit Company’s ability to protect Company’s trademarks, names, logos, and other intellectual property

 

The United States Patent and Trademark Office does not provide trademark protection for cannabis or cannabis-related marks, making it difficult to enforce and protect intellectual property. It is possible to obtain trademarks for brands used in the cannabis industry, but only on non-cannabis goods. Some states may issue state trademarks for cannabis-related products, but state trademarks provide significantly less protection than federal trademarks. Patents are also very difficult to receive in the cannabis industry and require complex legal and scientific questions. There can be no assurance that all of the steps Company takes to protect such intellectual property will be adequate. In many cases, Company may not have sufficient protection or rights to take sufficient action to protect material intellectual property. If efforts to protect such intellectual property are not adequate, or if any third-party misappropriates or infringes on such intellectual property, whether in print, on the Internet or through other media, the value of the impacted brands may be harmed, which could have a material adverse effect on Company’s prospects, including the failure of such brands and branded products to achieve and maintain market acceptance. Such failure would likely adversely impact Company’s revenue stream, and accordingly, Company’s ability to make distributions to shareholders.

 

There can be no assurance that third parties will not assert infringement or misappropriation claims against Company, or assert claims that Company’s rights in certain trademarks, service marks, trade dress and other intellectual property assets are invalid or unenforceable. Any such claims could have a material adverse effect on Company’s financial condition as well as its ability to allocate time and effort to other aspects of its business. If Company’s rights in any intellectual property were invalidated or deemed unenforceable, it could permit competing uses of intellectual property by third parties, which, in turn, could lead to a decline in Company’s results of operations. If Company is found to infringe upon a third party’s intellectual property rights, it may be forced to pay damages, be required to develop or adopt non-infringing intellectual property or be obligated to acquire a license to such intellectual property. There could be significant expenses associated with the defense of any infringement, misappropriation, or other third-party claims. Although in the case of intellectual property in respect of which Company has a license, Company may have a right to indemnification from the licensor, Company cannot assure that the financial condition of the licensor will be sufficient to satisfy any licensor indemnification obligation, or that such indemnification obligation would cover lost profits, consequential or other non-direct damages.

 

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Tax laws related to cannabis may impact Company’s ability to generate revenue or potential profits.

 

Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code prohibits cannabis businesses from deducting their ordinary and necessary business expenses, except for some “costs of goods sold”, forcing cannabis businesses to pay higher effective federal tax rates than similar companies in other industries. The effective tax rate on a cannabis business depends on how large its ratio of nondeductible expenses is to its total revenues.

 

State tax laws are also changing. Even though state taxes are already high, many local jurisdictions are imposing heavy additional taxes either as a disincentive for cannabis companies to operate there or in order to cash in on the growing number of cannabis companies paying taxes. These taxes may overwhelm Company’s partner companies causing them to go out of business or raise prices for their services, which in turn may impact Company’s revenues and profits by forcing us to find different partners in more tax friendly areas or pay higher prices.

 

Collectively, federal state and local taxes will place a substantial burden on Company’s revenue and could make its business model economically unfeasible. Accordingly, Company may not be able to make payments to the holders of its stock, in which case, investors may lose the value of their investment.

 

Company may have difficulty accessing the service of banks, which may make it difficult for Company to operate.

 

In February 2014, the FinCEN bureau of the U.S. Treasury Department issued guidance (which is not law) with respect to financial institutions providing banking services to cannabis business, including burdensome due diligence expectations and reporting requirements. This guidance does not provide any safe harbors or legal defenses from examination or regulatory or criminal enforcement actions by the DOJ, FinCEN or other federal regulators. Thus, most banks and other financial institutions in the United States do not appear to be comfortable providing banking services to cannabis-related businesses, or relying on this guidance, which can be amended or revoked at any time by the Trump Administration. In addition to the foregoing, banks may refuse to process debit card payments and credit card companies generally refuse to process credit card payments for cannabis-related businesses. As a result, the Company may have limited or no access to banking or other financial services in the United States. In addition, federal money laundering statutes and Bank Secrecy Act regulations discourage financial institutions from working with any organization that sells a controlled substance, regardless of whether the state it resides in permits cannabis sales. While the United States Congress is contemplating the SAFE Act, the passage of which would permit ‎commercial banks to offer services to cannabis companies that are in compliance with state law, if ‎Congress fails to pass the SAFE Act, the Company’s inability, or limitations on the Company’s ability, to open or maintain bank accounts, obtain other banking services and/or accept credit card and debit card payments may make it difficult for the Company to operate and conduct its business as planned or to operate efficiently.

 

Due to the federal regulatory environment, including the Bank Secrecy Act (the “BSA”), banks in the United States often refuse to open or maintain accounts for companies that operate in the cannabis industry. The BSA also requires that banks file with the FinCEN suspicious activity reports (“SARs”) to provide FinCEN with information about transactions that may show participation in illegal activities including money laundering or funding of terrorist activities. To satisfy their legal obligations, banks often question transactions, including large cash transactions or transactions involving money orders. Typically, the account holder is not informed that the bank has filed a SAR with respect to any transaction. A bank that is uncomfortable with a transaction may file a SAR and/or close the accounts in question. As a result, companies in the cannabis industry, including Company, are at a risk of being non-bankable. An inability to make full, or any use of bank account services would impact management of Company’s operations and could have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition and/or results of operations.

 

If Company incurs substantial liability from litigation, complaints, or enforcement actions, Company’s financial condition could suffer.

 

Company’s participation in the cannabis industry may lead to litigation, formal or informal complaints, enforcement actions, and inquiries by various federal, state, or local governmental authorities against us. Litigation, complaints, and enforcement actions could consume considerable amounts of financial and other corporate resources, which could have a negative impact on Company’s sales, revenue, profitability, and growth prospects. Company has not been, and are not currently, subject to any material litigation, complaint, or enforcement action regarding cannabis or cannabis products (or otherwise) brought by any federal, state, or local governmental authority. However, should Company become the subject of litigation, the cost to defend such litigation may be significant and may require a diversion of Company’s resources. There also may be adverse publicity associated with litigation that could negatively affect customer perception of Company’s business, regardless of whether the allegations are valid or whether Company is ultimately found liable. Company does not currently carry litigation liability insurance, and, therefore, the Company could be significantly financially burdened by legal claims, litigation or administrative proceedings against us.

 

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Prospective customers may be deterred from doing business with a company with a significant nationwide e-commerce presence because of fears of federal or state enforcement of laws prohibiting possession and sale of medical or adult-use cannabis.

 

Company’s website is visible in jurisdictions where medicinal and adult use of cannabis is not permitted and, as a result, Company may be found to be violating the laws of those jurisdictions. Having to block access to Company’s website in certain jurisdictions may negatively impact Company’s visibility and ability to secure partnerships with companies or engage consumers in those areas.

 

Third-Party Service Providers

 

As a result of any adverse change to the approach in enforcement of the U.S. cannabis laws, adverse regulatory or political changes, additional scrutiny by regulatory authorities, adverse changes in the public perception in respect to the consumption of cannabis or otherwise, third-party service providers to the Company could suspend or withdraw their services, which may have a material adverse effect on the business, revenues, operating results, financial condition or prospects of the Company.

 

Enforceability of Contracts

 

Since cannabis is illegal at a federal level, judges in multiple U.S. states have on several occasions refused to enforce contracts for the repayment of money when the loan was used in connection with activities that violate federal law, even if there is no violation of state law. Therefore, there is uncertainty that the Company will be able to legally enforce its material agreements

 

Ability to file for Bankruptcy

 

Federal courts in the United States have held that cannabis businesses are not able to receive protection under bankruptcy laws. It has also been held that owners of cannabis businesses seeking personal bankruptcy protection will also be unable to take advantage of filing for bankruptcy. Therefore, in the event Company faces financial trouble, it will not be possible to file for bankruptcy protection without a drastic change in federal law.

 

Our business and financial performance may be adversely affected by downturns in the target markets that we serve or reduced demand for the types of products we sell.

 

Demand for the products we sell can be affected by general economic conditions as well as product-use trends in our target markets. These changes may result in decreased demand for our products. The occurrence of these conditions is beyond our ability to control and, when they occur, they may have a significant impact on our sales and results of operations.

 

We may be classified as an inadvertent investment company.

 

We are not primarily engaged in the business of investing, reinvesting, or trading in securities, and we do not hold ourselves out as being engaged in those activities. Under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), however, a company may be deemed an investment company under section 3(a)(1)(C) of the 1940 Act if the value of its investment securities is more than 40% of its total assets (exclusive of government securities and cash items) on a consolidated basis.

 

As a result of our December 13, 2017 purchase of shares of Vistagen Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: VTGN), and the subsequent investments the Company has made in public and privately held companies in the subsequent period, the investment securities presently held by us exceeds 40% of our total assets, exclusive of cash items and, accordingly, we are currently an inadvertent investment company. As of March 31, 2020, the Company held common stock in one publicly traded company and warrants exercisable for common stock in two publicly traded companies. The Company also has investments recorded at cost in two private companies. An inadvertent investment company can avoid being classified as an investment company if it can rely on one of the exclusions under the 1940 Act. One such exclusion, Rule 3a-2 under the 1940 Act, allows an inadvertent investment company a grace period of one year from the earlier of (a) the date on which an issuer owns securities and/or cash having a value exceeding 50% of the issuer’s total assets on either a consolidated or unconsolidated basis and (b) the date on which an issuer owns or proposes to acquire investment securities having a value exceeding 40% of the value of such issuer’s total assets (exclusive of government securities and cash items) on an unconsolidated basis. We have taken actions to cause the investment securities held by us to be less than 40% of our total assets and will continue to evaluate other feasible actions towards this end, which may include acquiring assets with our cash on hand, consummating a significant merger/acquisition transaction, or liquidating our investment securities. We also may seek a no-action letter from the SEC if we are unable to acquire sufficient non-securities assets or liquidate sufficient investment securities in a timely manner.

 

As Rule 3a-2 is available to a company no more than once every three years, and assuming no other exclusion were available to us, we would have to keep within the 40% limit for at least three years after we cease being an inadvertent investment company. This may limit our ability to make certain investments or enter into joint ventures that could otherwise have a positive impact on our earnings. In any event, we do not intend to become an investment company engaged in the business of investing and trading securities.

 

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Classification as an investment company under the 1940 Act requires registration with the SEC. If an investment company fails to register, it would have to stop doing almost all business, and its contracts would become voidable. Registration is time consuming and restrictive and would require a restructuring of our operations, and we would be very constrained in the kind of business we could do as a registered investment company. Further, we would become subject to substantial regulation concerning management, operations, transactions with affiliated persons and portfolio composition, and would need to file reports under the 1940 Act regime. The cost of such compliance would result in the Company incurring substantial additional expenses and could result in the complete cessation of our operations, and the failure to register if required would have a materially adverse impact to conduct our operations.

 

Risks relating to our exposure to equity securities of other companies in which we are currently invested.

 

We are not primarily engaged in the business of investing, reinvesting, or trading in securities, and we do not hold ourselves out as being engaged in those activities; however, the Company has purchased securities of certain publicly traded and privately held companies and continue to hold a number of the securities obtained as part of such transactions, primarily in the form of equity or equity derivative securities. These investments carry risk of partial or total loss, as with any such investment of this kind, and we could lose all or some of the cash we have utilized in making such investments. We generally monitor the Company’s investments to keep abreast of the investments and positions, but do not portend to actively trade in these securities and we do not have broker-dealers daily monitoring our investments to take positions in the event of market swings or fluctuations, whether on the upside or downside; hence, these investments bear certain risks of loss or failure to attain maximum gain.

 

The Company has multiple convertible notes having cross default provisions.

 

Multiple notes issued by the Company contain provisions where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period would be considered in default of all such convertible note instruments containing such default clauses. Should the Company for some reason default on one of its debt instruments, exercisable securities or convertible notes, if those instruments are not promptly cured other debt instruments or agreements could be caused, claimed or deemed to be in default, significantly increasing the principal amounts, amount of stock issuable and calculated interest rates thereunder. This could cause our stock price to decrease significantly, result in substantial dilution or cause us the inability to use the maximum or any of the equity credit line with Tangiers, which could materially impair our ability to execute our business plan or be able to fund operations.

 

Because we continue to develop and commercialize new products, we expect to incur significant additional operating losses.

 

Although we have commercialized a number of our products, we continue to develop new products and product lines, and, therefore, we expect to incur substantial additional operating expenses over the next several years as our research, development, and new business venture activities increase, including in connection with the potential to develop a pharmaceutical line of products through its subsidiary, Tauriga Pharma Corp., and the concomitant costs and expenses of such new business endeavors. The amount of our future losses and when, if ever, we will achieve profitability are uncertain. We remain early in our sales and marketing efforts of Tauri-GumTM and Tauri-GummiesTM which has resulted in commercial revenue but there is no guarantee that we can generate sufficient revenue to sustain operations or achieve profitability. Our ability to generate revenue and achieve profitability will depend on, among other things, the following:

 

  realizing revenue from our distribution arrangements regarding our products;
     
  establishing more substantial sales and marketing arrangements, either alone or with additional third parties; and
     
  raising sufficient funds to finance our activities, or on terms that are acceptable.

 

We might not succeed at all, or at any, of these undertakings. If we are unsuccessful at some or all of these undertakings, our business, prospects, and results of operations may be materially adversely affected.

 

We have few distribution agreements on which we are highly dependent. These agreements have no performance requirements or in some cases terms under which agreed responsibilities will be carried out.

 

Since the launch of our Tauri-GumTM product line, the Company has entered into multiple non-exclusive distribution agreements. These agreements are a critical component in the Company’s success in generating sufficient sales related cash flow to fund ongoing operations. These contracts are relationship based and involve a high degree of trust that the distributor will achieve positive results. However, under these agreements, the Company would have no recourse against distributors if sufficient results were not achieved with regard to amount of stock or cash paid to distributors. These distributors could additionally not perform at all under these agreements and even walk away entirely.

 

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The Company has only one manufacturer/supplier of its product in a highly regulated industry.

 

In 2019, the Company entered into a comprehensive manufacturing agreement with Per Os Bio to bring to market a white label CBD Oil infused chewing gum product line to be sold and marketed under the name Tauri-GumTM and Tauri-GummiesTM. If for some reason, there was a disruption with our supplier or this manufacturer for any reason at all, it could have a dramatic impact on the Company’s ability to continue to generate revenue, or could cost the Company a significant amount of capital and time to re-establish our manufacturing with another manufacturer and/or supplier, and to obtain applicable certifications surrounding our Company products.

 

The Company has recently entered a new line of business which is highly competitive and while it is largely unregulated today, it may be highly regulated in the future.

 

Entering a new line of business has many risks, including obtaining sufficient capital to cover startup and other expenses and to continue to fund operations until sales are sufficient to fund and/or expand ongoing operations. A new business line may never generate significant revenues, bring products to market or have enough sales to be profitable, as the case may be. With respect to any new line of business, including our entry into the CBD/CBG lines of products, we may have competitors that are better established in the market, have greater experience with such line of business or have greater resources than we do. We anticipate that products will be developed for and distributed to the retail market, but there can be no guaranty that sufficient revenue to support operations will ever be generated. Furthermore, we have limited experience in marketing consumer products, including chewing gum products, and may have limited experience with respect to any other line of business we may enter into as we seek to expand our operations. Due to this competition, there is no assurance that we will not encounter difficulties in obtaining revenues and market share or in the positioning of our products. There are no assurances that competition in our respective industries will not lead to reduced prices for our products. If we are unable to successfully compete with existing companies and new entrants to the market this will have a negative impact on our business and financial condition.

 

Although we believe that our products and processes do not and will not infringe upon the patents or violate the proprietary rights of others, it is possible such infringement or violation has occurred or may occur, which could have a material adverse effect on our business.

 

We are not aware of any infringement by us of any person’s or entity’s intellectual property rights. In the event that products we sell or processes we employ are deemed to infringe upon the patents or proprietary rights of others, we could be required to modify our products or processes or obtain a license for the manufacture and/or sale of such products or processes or cease selling such products or employing such processes. In such event, there can be no assurance that we would be able to do so in a timely manner, upon acceptable terms and conditions, or at all, and the failure to do any of the foregoing could have a material adverse effect upon our business.

 

There can be no assurance that we will have the financial or other resources necessary to enforce or defend a patent infringement or proprietary rights violation action. If our products or processes are deemed to infringe or likely to infringe upon the patents or proprietary rights of others, we could be subject to injunctive relief and, under certain circumstances, become liable for damages, which could also have a material adverse effect on our business and our financial condition.

 

Regulations are constantly changing, and in the future our business may be subject to additional regulations that increase our compliance costs.

 

We believe that we understand the current laws and regulations to which our existing products will be subject in the future. However, federal, state and foreign laws and regulations relating to the sale of our products are subject to future changes, as are administrative interpretations of regulatory agencies. If we fail to comply with such federal, state or foreign laws or regulations, we may fail to obtain regulatory approval for our products and, if we have already obtained regulatory approval, we could be subject to enforcement actions, including injunctions preventing us from conducting our business, withdrawal of clearances or approvals and civil and criminal penalties. In the event that federal, state, and foreign laws and regulations change, we may need to incur additional costs to seek government approvals. If we are slow or unable to adapt to changes in existing regulatory requirements or the promulgation of new regulatory requirements or policies, we or our licensees may lose marketing approval for our products which will impact our ability to conduct business in the future.

 

On May 31, 2019, the FDA held public hearings to obtain scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds, including CBD. The hearing comes approximately five months after the Farm Bill, went into effect and removed industrial hemp from the Schedule I prohibition under the CSA (industrial hemp means cannabis plants and derivatives that contain no more than 0.3 percent tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, on a dry weight basis).

 

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Though the Farm Bill removed industrial hemp from the Schedule I list, the Farm Bill preserved the regulatory authority of the FDA over cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds used in food and pharmaceutical products under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and section 351 of the Public Health Service Act. The FDA has been clear that it intends to use this authority to regulate cannabis and cannabis-derived products, including CBD, in the same manner as any other food or drug ingredient. As part of the FDA hearing, the agency had requested comments by July 2, 2019 regarding any health and safety risks of CBD use, and how products containing CBD are currently produced and marketed, which comment period was completed on July 16, 2019. As of the date hereof, the FDA has taken the position that it is unlawful to put into interstate commerce food products containing hemp derived CBD, or to market CBD as, or in, a dietary supplement. Furthermore, since the closure of the FDA hearings on this issue, some state and city agencies have issued a ban on the sale of any food or beverages containing CBD. H.R. 5587, a newly introduced legislative effort at the federal level, seeks to consider hemp-derived CBD and substances containing hemp-derived CBD to be dietary supplements under the FD&C Act, which would resolve ambiguity and provide clear guidance to stakeholders about how to comply with applicable FDA law. However, H.R. 5587 was only recently introduced in the House of Representatives, and is in its infancy, requiring substantial further approvals, including approval of the House of Representatives, the Senate and the President of the United States before being enacted into law, if at all.

 

In addition, with respect to Company’s developing CBG product line, the FDA has provided no guidance as to how cannabinoids other than CBD (sch as CBG) shall be regulated under the FD&C Act, and it is unclear at this time how such potential regulation could affect the results of the operations or prospects of the Company.

 

Any subsequent regulations issued by the FDA and/or legislation passed by Congress, state or local jurisdictions can have an effect on our manufacture, supplier and our product.

 

If we infringe upon the rights of third parties, we could be prevented from selling products and forced to pay damages and defend against litigation.

 

If our products, methods, processes and other technologies infringe the proprietary rights of other parties, we could incur substantial costs and we may be required to:

 

  obtain licenses, which may not be available on commercially reasonable terms, if at all;
     
  abandon an infringing product candidate;
     
  redesign our product candidates or processes to avoid infringement;
     
  cease usage of the subject matter claimed in the patents held by others;
     
  pay damages; and/or
     
  defend litigation or administrative proceedings which may be costly regardless of outcome, and which could result in a substantial diversion of our financial and management resources.

 

Any of these events could substantially harm our earnings, financial condition, stock price, operations and our prospects for success.

 

We rely solely on two key officers, our directors and consultants and losing them would harm the business.

 

We are highly dependent on our officers, consultants, advisors and directors. We do not have “key person” life insurance policy for our Chief Executive Officer. If we are unable to obtain additional funding, we will be unable to meet our current and future compensation obligations to such employees and consultants. In light of the foregoing, we are at risk that one or more of our consultants or employees may leave our company for other opportunities where there is no concern about such employers fulfilling their compensation obligations, or for other reasons. The loss of the technical knowledge and management and industry expertise of any of our key personnel could result in delays in product development, loss of customers and sales and diversion of management resources, which could adversely affect our results of operations.

 

If we are unable to attract, train and retain highly qualified personnel, the quality of our services may decline and we may not successfully execute our internal growth strategies.

 

Our success will depend in large part upon our ability to attract, train, motivate and retain highly skilled and experienced employees in the areas of business into which we expand, including technical personnel. Qualified technical employees periodically are in great demand and may be unavailable in the time frame required to satisfy our operating requirements. Expansion of our business could further require us to employ additional highly skilled technical personnel.

 

There can be no assurance that we will be able to attract and retain sufficient numbers of highly skilled technical employees in the future. The loss of personnel or our inability to hire or retain sufficient personnel at competitive rates of compensation could impair our ability to develop our products or services or secure and complete customer engagements and could harm our business.

 

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If we do not effectively manage changes in our business, these changes could place a significant strain on our management and operations.

 

Our ability to grow successfully requires an effective planning and management process. The expansion and growth of our business could place a significant strain on our management systems, infrastructure and other resources. To manage our growth successfully, we must continue to improve and expand our systems and infrastructure in a timely and efficient manner. Our controls, systems, procedures and resources are currently not adequate to support a changing and growing company. If our management fails to respond effectively to changes and growth in our business, including acquisitions or growth of our line of Tauri-GumTM and Tauri-GummiesTM product lines of business, there could be a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and future prospects.

 

We may be unable to identify additional operating businesses or assets, and even if we do, we may be unable to finance such an acquisition.

 

Our strategies ultimately include making significant investments in sales and marketing programs, either directly or through distributors, to achieve revenue growth and margin improvement targets. If we do not achieve the expected benefits from these investments or otherwise fail to execute on our strategic initiatives, we may not achieve the growth improvement we are targeting, and our results of operations may be adversely affected. We may also fail to secure the capital necessary to make these investments, which will hinder our growth.

 

In addition, as part of our strategy for growth, we may make acquisitions, enter into strategic alliances such as joint ventures and joint development agreements or other strategic transactions. However, we may not be able to identify suitable acquisition or other strategic partner candidates, complete acquisitions or integrate acquisitions successfully, and our strategic alliances may not prove to be successful. In this regard, acquisitions and other strategic transactions involve numerous risks, including difficulties in the integration of the operations, technologies, services and products of the acquired companies and the diversion of management’s attention from other business concerns. Although we will endeavor to evaluate the risks inherent in any particular transaction, there can be no assurance that we will properly ascertain all such risks. In addition, acquisitions and other strategic transactions could result in the incurrence of substantial additional indebtedness and other expenses or in potentially dilutive issuances of equity securities. Even if we identify assets, transactions or additional lines of business, we may have insufficient liquidity to be able to complete such a transaction. There can be no assurance that difficulties encountered with such transaction(s) will not have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.

 

We do not have long experience in building significant sales, marketing or distribution operations and will need to expand our expertise in these areas.

 

While we have recently been conducting a material amount of e-commerce sales and marketing, and in 2019 had begun our other sales, marketing or distribution operations in connection with the commercialization of our products, we will continue to need to develop and expand our expertise in these areas. To increase internal sales, distribution and marketing expertise and be able to conduct these operations, we would have to invest significant amounts of financial and management resources. In developing these functions ourselves, we could face a number of risks, including:

 

  we may not be able to attract and build an effective marketing or sales force; and
     
  the cost of establishing, training and providing regulatory oversight for a marketing or sales force may be substantial.

 

We experienced, and continue to experience, changes in its operations, which has placed, and will continue to place, significant demands on its management, operational and financial infrastructure.

 

If the Company does not effectively manage its growth, the quality of its products and services could suffer, which could negatively affect the Company’s brand and operating results. To effectively manage this growth, the Company will need to continue to improve its operational, financial and management controls and its reporting systems and procedures. Failure to implement these improvements could hurt the Company’s ability to manage its growth and financial position.

 

We may not be able to effectively manage our growth or improve our operational, financial, and management information systems, which would impair our results of operations.

 

Our ability to grow successfully requires an effective planning and management process. In the near term, we intend to expand the scope of our operations activities significantly. If we are successful in executing our business plan, we will experience growth in our business that could place a significant strain on our business operations, finances, management, and other resources. The factors that may place strain on our resources include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

  The need  for continued development of our financial and information management systems;

 

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  The need to manage strategic relationships and agreements with manufacturers, distributors, customers, and partners; and
     
  Difficulties in hiring and retaining skilled management, technical, and other personnel necessary to support and manage our business.

 

Additionally, our strategy envisions a period of growth that may impose a significant burden on our administrative, infrastructure and operational resources. Our ability to effectively manage growth will require us to substantially and timely expand the capabilities of our administrative and operational resources and to attract, train, manage, and retain qualified management and/or other personnel. There can be no assurance that we will be successful in recruiting and retaining new employees or retaining existing employees.

 

We cannot provide assurances that our management will be able to manage this growth effectively, efficiently or in a timely manner. Our failure to successfully manage growth could result in our sales not increasing commensurately with capital investments or otherwise materially adversely affecting our business, financial condition, results of operations or future prospects. Our controls, systems, procedures and resources are currently not adequate to support a changing and growing company.

 

We are and will be dependent on the popularity of consumer acceptance of our product lines.

 

Our ability to generate revenue and be successful in the implementation of our business plan is dependent on consumer acceptance and demand of our product lines. Acceptance of our products will depend on several factors, including availability, cost, consumer familiarity of product benefits, brand recognition, convenience, effectiveness, safety, and reliability. If customers do not accept our products, or if we fail to meet customers’ needs and expectations adequately, our ability to continue generating revenues could be reduced or otherwise materially impacted.

 

Risks Related to Our Common Stock

 

We may need to finance our future cash needs through public or private equity offerings, debt financings or corporate collaboration and licensing arrangements. Any additional funds that we obtain may not be on terms favorable to us or our stockholders and may require us to relinquish valuable rights.

 

As of our most recent year ended March 31, 2020, we had $5,348 of available cash as well as $101,200 held in trading securities at fair market value. We will need to raise additional funds or liquidate the remainder of our marketable securities to pay outstanding vendor invoices and execute our business plan. Our future cash flows depend on our ability to market and sell our common stock and to enter into licensing arrangements. There can be no assurance that we will have sufficient funds to execute our business plan or complete a strategic transaction, or that additional funds will be available when needed from any source or, if available, will be available on terms that are acceptable to us.

 

We cannot guarantee that we will generate significate revenues from our products in the near future. Therefore, for the foreseeable future, we may have to fund all or most of our operations and capital expenditures from cash on hand, public or private equity offerings, debt financings, bank credit facilities, other borrowings (including borrowings from our officers and directors) or corporate collaboration and licensing arrangements. We will need to raise additional funds if we choose to expand our product development efforts more rapidly than we presently anticipate.

 

If we seek to sell additional equity or debt securities or enter into a corporate collaboration or licensing arrangement, we may not obtain favorable terms for us and/or our stockholders or be able to raise any capital at all, all of which could result in a material adverse effect on our business and results of operations. The sale of additional equity or debt securities, if convertible, could result in dilution to our stockholders. The incurrence of indebtedness would result in increased fixed obligations and could also result in covenants that would restrict our operations. Raising additional funds through collaboration or licensing arrangements with third parties may require us to relinquish valuable rights to our technologies, future revenue streams, research programs or product candidates, or to grant licenses on terms that may not be favorable to us or our stockholders. In addition, we could be forced to discontinue product development, reduce or forego sales and marketing efforts and forego attractive business opportunities, all of which could have an adverse impact on our business and results of operations.

 

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The sale of our stock could encourage short sales by third parties, which could contribute to the future decline of our stock price.

 

In many circumstances, the provision of financing based on the distribution of equity for companies that are traded on the OTCQB has the potential to cause a significant downward pressure on the price of common stock. This is especially the case if the shares being placed into the market exceed the market’s ability to take up the increased stock or if we have not performed in such a manner to show that the equity funds raised will be used to grow our business. Such an event could place further downward pressure on the price of our common stock. Regardless of our activities, the opportunity exists for short sellers and others to contribute to the future decline of our stock price. If there are significant short sales of our common stock, the price decline that would result from this activity will cause the share price to decline more, which may cause other stockholders of the stock to sell their shares, thereby contributing to sales of common stock in the market. If there are many more shares of our common stock on the market for sale than the market will absorb, the price of our common shares will likely decline.

 

The market price and trading volume of shares of our common stock may be volatile.

 

The market price of our common stock could fluctuate significantly for many reasons, including reasons unrelated to our performance, such as limited liquidity for our stock, reports by industry analysts, investor perceptions or general economic and industry conditions. Fluctuations in operating results or the failure of operating results to meet the expectations of public market analysts and investors may negatively impact the price of our securities. Quarterly operating results may fluctuate in the future due to a variety of factors that could negatively affect revenues or expenses in any particular quarter, including vulnerability of our business to a general economic downturn, changes in the laws that affect our products or operations, competition, compensation related expenses, application of accounting standards and our ability to obtain and maintain all necessary government certifications and/or licenses to conduct our business. In addition, if the market price of a company’s shares drops significantly, stockholders could institute securities class action lawsuits against the company. A lawsuit against us would cause us to incur substantial costs and could divert the time and attention of our management and other resources.

 

We may not pay dividends in the future. Any return on investment may be limited to the value of our common stock.

 

We have never paid dividends and do not anticipate paying cash dividends in the foreseeable future. The payment of dividends on our common stock will depend on earnings, financial condition and other business and economic factors affecting us at such time as our board of directors may consider relevant. If we do not pay dividends, our common stock may be less valuable because a return on your investment will only occur if our stock price appreciates. Furthermore, requirements of Florida corporate law and bankruptcy laws may prohibit us from declaring or paying dividends on our stock.

 

Offers or availability for sale of a substantial number of shares of our common stock may cause the price of our common stock to decline.

 

If our stockholders sell substantial amounts of our common stock in the public market, or upon the expiration of any statutory holding period under Rule 144, or issued upon the exercise of outstanding options or warrants, it could create a circumstance commonly referred to as an “overhang” and in anticipation of which the market price of our common stock could fall. The existence of an overhang, whether or not sales have occurred or are occurring, also could make more difficult our ability to raise additional financing through the sale of equity or equity-related securities in the future at a time and price that we deem reasonable or appropriate.

 

Our common stock is currently considered a “penny stock,” which may make it more difficult for our investors to sell their shares.

 

Our stock is categorized as a penny stock. The SEC has adopted Rule 15g-9 which generally defines “penny stock” to be any equity security that has a market price (as defined) less than $5.00 per share or an exercise price of less than $5.00 per share, subject to certain exceptions. Our securities are covered by the penny stock rules, which impose additional sales practice requirements on broker-dealers who sell to persons other than established customers and accredited investors. The penny stock rules require a broker-dealer, prior to a transaction in a penny stock not otherwise exempt from the rules, to deliver a standardized risk disclosure document in a form prepared by the SEC which provides information about penny stocks and the nature and level of risks in the penny stock market. The broker-dealer also must provide the customer with current bid and offer quotations for the penny stock, the compensation of the broker-dealer and its salesperson in the transaction and monthly account statements showing the market value of each penny stock held in the customer’s account. The bid and offer quotations, and the broker-dealer and salesperson compensation information, must be given to the customer orally or in writing prior to effecting the transaction and must be given to the customer in writing before or with the customer’s confirmation. In addition, the penny stock rules require that prior to a transaction in a penny stock not otherwise exempt from these rules, the broker-dealer must make a special written determination that the penny stock is a suitable investment for the purchaser and receive the purchaser’s written agreement to the transaction. These disclosure requirements may have the effect of reducing the level of trading activity in the secondary market for the stock that is subject to these penny stock rules. Consequently, these penny stock rules may affect the ability of broker-dealers to trade our securities. We believe that the penny stock rules discourage investor interest in and limit the marketability of our common stock.

 

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We are a publicly registered company that is subject to the reporting requirements of federal securities laws, which can be expensive and may divert resources from other projects, thus impairing our ability to grow.

 

We are a public reporting company and, accordingly, subject to the information and reporting requirements of the Exchange Act and other federal securities laws, including compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (the “Sarbanes-Oxley Act”). The costs of preparing and filing annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements and other information with the SEC and furnishing audited reports to stockholders causes our expenses to be higher than they would have been if we remained private.

 

As a public company, these rules and regulations have increased our compliance costs and make certain activities more time consuming and costly. As a public company, it is also more difficult and expensive for us to obtain director and officer liability insurance and we may be required to accept reduced policy limits and coverage or incur substantially higher costs to obtain the same or similar coverage. As a result, it may be more difficult for us to attract and retain qualified persons to serve on our board of directors or as executive officers.

 

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act also requires corporate governance practices of public companies, which can be burdensome to smaller reporting companies. As a smaller reporting company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended), we are required to evaluate our internal control over financial reporting under Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (“Section 404”). Section 404 requires us to include an internal control report with the Annual Report on Form 10-K. This report must include management’s assessment of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of the end of the fiscal year. This report must also include disclosure of any material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting that we have identified. Failure to comply, or any adverse results from such evaluation, could result in a loss of investor confidence in our financial reports and have an adverse effect on the trading price of our equity securities. Management believes that our internal controls and procedures are currently not effective to detect the inappropriate application of U.S. GAAP rules. Management realizes there are deficiencies in the design or operation of our internal control that adversely affect our internal controls which management considers to be material weaknesses including those described below:

 

  We have insufficient quantity of dedicated resources and experienced personnel involved in reviewing and designing internal controls. As a result, a material misstatement of the interim and annual financial statements could occur and not be prevented or detected on a timely basis.

 

  We did not perform an entity level risk assessment to evaluate the implication of relevant risks on financial reporting, including the impact of potential fraud-related risks and the risks related to non-routine transactions, if any, on our internal control over financial reporting. Lack of an entity-level risk assessment constituted an internal control design deficiency which resulted in more than a remote likelihood that a material error would not have been prevented or detected and constituted a material weakness.
     
  We lack personnel with formal training to properly analyze and record complex transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
     
  We have not achieved the optimal level of segregation of duties relative to key financial reporting functions.

 

Achieving continued compliance with Section 404 may require us to incur significant costs and expend significant time and management resources. We cannot assure you that we will be able to fully comply with Section 404 or that we and our independent registered public accounting firm would be able to conclude that our internal control over financial reporting is effective at fiscal year-end. As a result, investors could lose confidence in our reported financial information, which could have an adverse effect on the trading price of our securities, as well as subject us to civil or criminal investigations and penalties. In addition, our independent registered public accounting firm may not agree with our management’s assessment or conclude that our internal control over financial reporting is operating effectively.

 

FINRA sales practice requirements may also limit a stockholder’s ability to buy and sell our stock.

 

In addition to the “penny stock” rules described in this annual report, FINRA has adopted rules that require that in recommending an investment to a customer, a broker-dealer must have reasonable grounds for believing that the investment is suitable for that customer. Prior to recommending speculative low-priced securities to their non-institutional customers, broker-dealers must make reasonable efforts to obtain information about the customer’s financial status, tax status, investment objectives and other information. Under interpretations of these rules, FINRA believes that there is a high probability that speculative low-priced securities will not be suitable for many customers. The FINRA requirements make it more difficult for broker-dealers to recommend that their customers buy our common stock, which may limit your ability to buy and sell our stock and have an adverse effect on the market for our shares.

 

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Tangiers will pay less than the then-prevailing market price for our common stock.

 

Our common stock to be issued to Tangiers pursuant to the Investment Agreement, dated January 21, 2020 will be purchased at 88% of the lowest VWAP of the common stock during the pricing period applicable to the Company’s Put Notice (described in under the heading “Investment Agreement” in this prospectus), provided, however, an additional 10% will be added to the discount of each company put if (i) the Company is not DWAC eligible and (ii) an additional 15% will be added to the discount of each Company put if the Company is under DTC “chill” status on the applicable put notice date. “VWAP” means, for any date, the price determined by the daily volume weighted average price of the common stock for such date (or the nearest preceding date) on the Company’s trading market on which the common stock is then listed or quoted for trading. Tangiers has a financial incentive to sell our common stock immediately upon receiving the shares to realize the profit equal to the difference between the discounted price and the market price. If Tangiers sells the shares, the price of our common stock could decrease. If our stock price decreases, Tangiers may have a further incentive to sell the shares of our common stock that it holds. These sales may have a further impact on our stock price and may result in dilution to you and our existing stockholders.

 

We may not have access to the full amount available under the investment agreement with Tangiers.

 

Our ability to draw down funds and sell up to a maximum of 76,00,000 shares of our Common Stock under the Investment Agreement with Tangiers requires that the registration statement which we had filed and was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission in March 2020, continue to be effective. The registration statement remains subject to review and comment by the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission. The effectiveness of these registration statements is a condition precedent to our ability to sell shares of our Common Stock to Tangiers under the Investment Agreement. Even with the effectiveness of our Registration Statement, we may not be able to sell the shares unless certain other conditions are met. Accordingly, because our ability to draw down any amounts under the Investment Agreement is subject to a number of conditions, there is no guarantee that we will be able to draw down any portion or all of the proceeds of $5,000,000 (or such then remaining undrawn amount) under the investment agreement with Tangiers.

 

Risks related to the 2020 Global Pandemic

 

In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic related to the virus known as COVID-19. The expected impact on domestic and global commerce have been and are anticipated to continue to be far reaching. To date there have been significant stock market declines and the movement of people and goods worldwide has become severely restricted. Management is actively monitoring the situation and is taking appropriate steps as needed to ensure minimal disruption to the Company’s operations; however, there is a risk the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to disrupt the Company’s operations, including, for example, its sales channels through international retailers who have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, and therefore, the movement of goods and services, as well as its investments in personnel, expansion, marketing and sales generally.

 

ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS

 

None.

 

ITEM 2. PROPERTIES

 

On December 1, 2017, the Company relocated its corporate headquarters from Danbury, Connecticut to New York, New York. The Company’s main office is located at 555 Madison Avenue 5th Floor Suite 506, New York, NY 10022. The Company has entered into a two-year lease at $1,010 per month for the term of the lease, which will expire on November 30, 2019, unless further extended by us and our landlord.

 

On June 11, 2019 the Company entered into a two-year lease commencing on June 11, 2019 and expiring on June 30, 2021. The office is located at Regus World Trade Centre Muelle de Barcelona, edif. Sur, 2a Planta Barcelona Cataluña 08039 Spain. Monthly rent payments will be approximately $201 per month (based on the contractual rate of €178 multiplied by the exchange rate of 1.13 on the day the lease agreement was entered into).

 

See Note 8 to the financial statements for additional discussion regarding the above reference lease agreements.

 

ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

 

None

 

ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.

 

Not applicable.

 

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PART II

 

ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES.

 

Market for Common Equity

 

Market Information

 

The Company’s common stock is traded on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol “TAUG” As of June 26, 2020, the Company’s common stock was held by 1,284 shareholders of record which does not include shareholders whose shares are held in street or nominee name.

 

The following chart is indicative of the fluctuations in the stock prices:

 

   For the Years Ended March 31, 
   2020   2019 
   High   Low   High   Low 
                 
First Quarter  $0.2150   $0.0645   $0.0600   $0.0300 
Second Quarter  $0.0673   $0.0240   $0.0375   $0.0160 
Third Quarter  $0.0532   $0.0250   $0.0279   $0.0150 
Fourth Quarter  $0.0460   $0.0296   $0.2350   $0.0247 

 

April 1, 2020 to current the stock has a closing trading range of $0.0283 to $0.0640

 

The Company’s transfer agent is ClearTrust, LLC located at 16540 Pointe Village Drive, Suite 206, Lutz, Florida 33558 with a telephone number of (813) 235-4490.

 

Dividend Distributions

 

We have not historically and do not intend to distribute dividends to stockholders in the foreseeable future.

 

Securities authorized for issuance under equity compensation plans

 

The Company does not have any equity compensation plans.

 

Penny Stock

 

Our common stock is considered “penny stock” under the rules of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The SEC has adopted rules that regulate broker-dealer practices in connection with transactions in penny stocks. Penny stocks are generally equity securities with a price of less than $5.00, other than securities registered on certain national securities exchanges or quoted on the NASDAQ Stock Market System, provided that current price and volume information with respect to transactions in such securities is provided by the exchange or quotation system. The penny stock rules require a broker-dealer, prior to a transaction in a penny stock, to deliver a standardized risk disclosure document prepared by the Commission, that:

 

  contains a description of the nature and level of risks in the market for penny stocks in both public offerings and secondary trading;
     
  contains a description of the broker’s or dealer’s duties to the customer and of the rights and remedies available to the customer with respect to a violation to such duties or other requirements of Securities’ laws; contains a brief, clear, narrative description of a dealer market, including bid and ask prices for penny stocks and the significance of the spread between the bid and ask price;
     
  contains a toll-free telephone number for inquiries on disciplinary actions;
     
  defines significant terms in the disclosure document or in the conduct of trading in penny stocks; and
     
  contains such other information and is in such form, including language, type, size and format, as the Securities and Commission may require by rule or regulation.

 

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The broker-dealer also must provide, prior to effecting any transaction in a penny stock, the customer with:

 

  bid and offer quotations for the penny stock;
     
  the compensation of the broker-dealer and its salesperson in the transaction;
     
  the number of shares to which such bid and ask prices apply, or other comparable information relating to the depth and liquidity of the marker for such stock; and
     
  monthly account statements showing the market value of each penny stock held in the customer’s account.

 

In addition, the penny stock rules that require that prior to a transaction in a penny stock not otherwise exempt from those rules; the broker-dealer must make a special written determination that the penny stock is a suitable investment for the purchaser and receive the purchaser’s written acknowledgement of the receipt of a risk disclosure statement, a written agreement to transactions involving penny stocks, and a signed and dated copy of a written suitably statement.

 

These disclosure requirements may have the effect of reducing the trading activity in the secondary market for our stock.

 

Related Stockholder Matters

 

On July 26, 2019, the Company’s Board of Directors approved the (i) increase of the authorized common stock of the Company from 100,000,000 shares to 400,000,000 shares; (ii) the filing of both the preliminary and definitive proxy statements; and (iii) approved the record date of July 29, 2019. The Company’s shareholders approved the increase of the authorized shares to 400,000,000 in its Special Meeting on September 10, 2019 and the State of Florida certified the amendment of our Articles of Incorporation effective on September 13, 2019 to reflect this increase.

 

S-1 Registration Statement and Investment Agreement with Tangiers Global, LLC

 

On March 5, 2020, the Company filed a Registration Statement on Form S-1 pursuant to the January 21, 2020 Investment Agreement and Registration Rights Agreement entered into Tangiers in order to establish a source of equity funding for our operations. Under the Investment Agreement, Tangiers has agreed to provide us with up to $5,000,000 of funding during the period ending three years from the date of this prospectus. From time to time during the period ending three (3) years after this filing, we may, in our sole discretion, deliver a Put Notice to Tangiers. The Put Notice will specify the number of shares of common stock which we intend to sell to Tangiers on a closing date. The closing of a purchase by Tangiers of the shares specified by us in the Put Notice will occur on the date which is no earlier than five and no later than seven Trading Days following the date Tangiers receives the Put Notice. On the closing date we will sell to Tangiers the shares specified in the Put Notice, and Tangiers will pay us an amount equal to the Purchase Price multiplied by the number of shares specified in the Put Notice. The maximum amount of shares of Common Stock that the Company shall be entitled to Put to Tangiers per any applicable Put Notice shall be an amount of shares up to or equal to two hundred percent (200%) of the average of the daily trading volume (U.S. market only) of the Common Stock for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date (the “Put Amount”) so long as such amount is at least Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) and does not exceed Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($350,000), as calculated by multiplying the Put Amount by the average daily VWAP for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date. During the 36-month term of the Investment Agreement, the Company shall not be entitled to submit a Put Notice until after the previous Closing has been completed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company may not deliver a Put Notice on or earlier of the eighth (8th) Trading Day immediately following the preceding Put Notice Date (the “Waiting Period”), unless a written waiver to deliver Put Notice during the Waiting Period is obtained by the Company from the Investor in advance. The number of shares to be sold by Tangiers in this offering will vary from time-to-time and will depend upon the number of shares purchased from us pursuant to the terms of the Investment Agreement. However, 76,000,000 shares of common stock is the maximum number of shares which we may sell to Tangiers.

 

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Purchase Price means 88% of the lowest VWAP of the Common Stock during the five (5) consecutive Trading Days including and immediately following the applicable to the Put Notice, provided, however, an additional 10% will be added to the discount of each Put if (i) the Company is not DWAC eligible and (ii) an additional 15% will be added to the discount of each Put if the Company is under DTC “chill” status on the applicable Put Notice Date. Principal Market means the NYSE MKT, the Nasdaq Capital Market, the OTC Bulletin Board or the OTC Markets Group, whichever is the principal market on which our common stock is traded. VWAP means a price determined by the daily volume weighted average price of our common stock on the Principal Market as reported by (i) Bloomberg Financial L.P. or (ii) Stock Charts/Quote Media for the ten consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the date of the delivery of a Put Notice.

 

The S-1 Registration statement became effective March 16, 2020. As of March 31, 2020, the Company has initiated no put notices to Tangiers and has received no proceeds. Subsequent to March 31, 2020, the Company has sold 5,750,000 shares of Common Stock under the registration statement for total proceeds of $154,418.

 

See also Risk Factor relating to potential future amendments to our Articles of Incorporation.

 

Purchase of Equity Securities

 

On November 15, 2017, the board of directors approved the authorization for Seth Shaw, Chief Executive Officer, to repurchase Company stock on the open market or directly from investors up to a market value of $150,000. As of this report date no shares have been repurchased.

 

Unregistered sales of equity securities and use of proceeds

 

Common Stock

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019 the Company issued 3,130,000 shares of its restricted common stock to consultants under three separate consulting agreements.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 5,946,516 shares of restricted common stock to noteholders for the conversion of debt and accrued interest having a value of $200,718 (at an average conversion price of $0.03375 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 5,686,667 shares of common stock ($0.02 to $0.06 per share) for aggregate proceeds of $301,200. The proceeds were used to fund ongoing operations.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 500,000 commitment shares for debt financing ($0.042 per share) valued at $21,000.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 95,667 shares of common stock for the settlement of debt $20,004.

 

On January 12, 2019, the Company and Open Therapeutics agreed to extinguish the $75,000 contingent liability in exchange for a one-time issuance of 500,000 restricted shares of Company’s common stock. The shares were recorded at a value of $24,750 ($0.0495 per share) as a loss on settlement in the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 2,450,000 shares under our various distribution agreements, as more fully described in Note 1. Common shares issued had a value of $496,261 ($0.08 to $0.2092 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 21,295,495 shares for conversion of debt in the amount of $467,500 as well as accrued interest in the amount of $28,762 ($0.01412 to $0.04725 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 250,000 shares issued to Vice President of Distribution and Marketing.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 7,100,000 shares issued for services rendered

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 2,350,000 shares for debt commitments in the amount of $218,460 ($0.039 to $0.19 per share).

 

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During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company recognized $569,636 in beneficial conversion feature for convertible notes whereby the holder can exercise conversion rights at a discount to the market price.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 5,470,286 shares under stock purchase agreements in consideration for $143,420 ($0.02 to $0.07 per share) to accredited investors that are unrelated third parties.

 

On March 27, 2020, the Company entered into a stock purchase agreement with an accredited investor to purchase 200,000 restricted shares of Company’s common stock for $5,000 ($0.025 per share.) As of this report date, these shares have not been issued.

 

Convertible Debt

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company entered into five convertible notes with three different unrelated private Companies. These notes had a cumulative face value of $685,000 with proceeds of $580,750. The notes had $4,500 of legal fees deducted and OID of $39,750. These notes carried an interest rate of 8%. These funds were used for operations and the launch of Tauri-GumTM.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company entered into sixteen convertible notes with seven different unrelated investment funds. These notes had a cumulative face value of $1,082,550 with proceeds of $971,100. The notes had $24,900 of legal fees deducted, OID of $86,550. These notes carried interest rates of 2% to 10%. These funds were used for operations and the launch of Tauri-GumTM.

 

See also the Subsequent Events in Part II of this annual report for issuances of unregistered securities after March 31, 2020, which disclosure is incorporated by reference into this Item 5.

 

ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA.

 

As the Company is a “smaller reporting company,” this item is inapplicable.

 

ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATION.

 

This annual report on Form 10-K contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about our industry, our beliefs and our assumptions. Forward looking statements are often identified by words such as “will”, “may”, “projects”, “anticipate,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks” and “estimates” and variations of these words and similar expressions or import are intended to identify forward-looking statements but are not intended to constitute the exclusive means of identifying such statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those described in “Risk Factors” contained below in this annual report, some of which are beyond our control and difficult to predict and could cause actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements, expressed or implied, by such forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this Form 10-K. Investors should carefully consider all of such risks before making an investment decision with respect to the Company’s stock. The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements for Tauriga Sciences, Inc. Such discussion represents only the best present assessment from our Management.

 

COMPARISON OF THE YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 TO THE YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2019

 

Results of Discontinued Operations

 

Revenue

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company had no revenue or gross profit from discontinued operations from our joint venture with Ice + Jam selling a proprietary cupuaçu butter lip balm, sold under the trademark HERMAN®.

 

Cost of goods sold

 

The Company had no cost of goods sold from discontinued operations for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019.

 

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Total Expenses

 

For the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company had no expense from discontinued operations compared to the same period of the prior year in the amount of $2,196.

 

Net loss

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company had neither a gain nor loss compared to a net loss of $2,196 from discontinued operations, respectively.

 

Results of Operations

 

Revenue

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company had recognized net revenue of $234,389 compare to $57,134, for the same period in the prior year. The Company’s sales came from e-commerce sales, distributors and wholesale clients. For the purposes of sales by sales channel segmentation, distributor sales include sales to customers that were not distributors as of March 31, 2019, however, distributors subsequently entered into distribution agreements with the Company (as described in the Business Overview sections of this annual report).

 

Sales of by sales channel for the years ended March 31,

 

    2020   2019 
Distributor   $62,441   $54,000 
E-commerce   $34,439    794 
Wholesale   $137,509    2,340 
    $234,389   $57,134 

 

Cost of Goods Sold:

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company had cost of goods sold in the amount of $197,177 and $37,128, respectively as a result of sales to e-commerce customers, distributors and wholesale clients. For the purposes of cost of goods sold segmentation distributor cost of goods sold includes sales to customers that were not distributors as of March 31, 2019, however subsequently entered into distribution agreements with the Company (as described in the Business Overview sections of this annual report).

 

Cost of Goods Sold by sales channel for the years ended March 31,

 

    2020   2019 
Distributor   $45,985   $36,000 
E-commerce   $35,314    348 
Wholesale   $115,877    780 
    $197,177   $37,128 

 

Operating Expenses:

 

Marketing and advertising expense

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, marketing and advertising expense from continuing operations was $188,129 and $4,200, respectively. The increase of $183,929 was largely due to a fee paid to E&M Ice Cream under a distribution agreement in the amount of $125,000, $13,019 for an e-commerce marketing campaign and product samples of $8,769 due to the Company’s inventory allocation of samples for the new product launch of Tauri-GumTM. For the year ended March 31, 2019, marketing and advertising expense from continuing operations was $4,200 due to the Company’s inventory allocation of samples for the new product launch of Tauri-GumTM

 

Research and development

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, research and development expense was $6,923 compared to $13,924 for the same period in the prior fiscal year. The current year decreased expense was due to the Tauri-GumTM decreased spending in trademark fees in the current year offset by product design costs in the current period.

 

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General and Administrative Expense

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, general and administrative expenses were $1,880,256 compared to $1,083,980 for the same period in prior fiscal year. This increase $796,276 was primarily attributable to increased stock based compensation in the amount of $272,931, larger consulting fees of $148,599, greater legal fees of $93,568, bad debt expense of $64,146, conference fees of $52,133, proxy expense of $30,000 associated the litigation with Cowan, Gunteski & Co., P.A., et al. in the prior fiscal year in the amount of $317,882 as well as $401,530 less stock-based compensation in the current year.

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, depreciation and amortization expense was $915 compared to $964 during the prior fiscal year. Depreciation expense decrease of $49 was due to the disposal of computer equipment offset by additional depreciation expense on similar replacement equipment.

 

Net Income (Loss)

 

The Company generated a net loss from continuing operations of $3,033,290 for the year ended March 31, 2020 compared to $1,095,243 during the prior fiscal year. The increased loss in the amount of $1,938,047 was largely due to increased General and Administrative expense of $796,276, increased interest expense of $621,641, an unrealized loss on trading securities of $219,200 compared to a gain of $223,349 in the prior year and $183,929 increase in marketing and advertising expense.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

At March 31, 2020, we had cash of $5,348 and $101,200 of trading securities compared to the prior fiscal year of $385,943 of cash and $350,400 of marketable securities. We have historically met our cash needs through a combination of proceeds from private placements of our securities, loans and convertible notes. Our cash requirements are generally for selling, general and administrative activities. We believe that our cash balance is not sufficient to finance our cash requirements for expected operational activities, capital improvements, and partial repayment of debt through the next 12 months.

 

For operating activities, we used cash of $1,510,562 for the year ended March 31, 2020 compared to $328,585 during the prior fiscal year. The principal elements of cash flow from operations for the year ended March 31, 2020 were $569,636 common stock issued and issuable for services (including stock based compensation), $687,486 amortization of debt discount, $219,200 of unrealized gain on trading securities offset by an increase in inventory of $117,839, increased accounts receivable of $106,726 and a gain on extinguishment of debt in the amount of $113,468. The principal elements of cash flow from operations for the year ended March 31, 2019 were $296,705 common stock issued and issuable for services (including stock based compensation), $583,471 of gross proceeds from the sale of trading securities offset by $223,349 of unrealized gain on trading securities.

 

Cash used in investing activities during the year ended March 31, 2020 was $58,053 compared to $68,713 from investing activities in the prior fiscal year. In the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020, the Company invested $37,500 in warrants of VTGN as well as $68,100 in Küdzoo Inc. offset by a loan from Chief Executive Officer, Seth Shaw in the amount of $50,159. In the fiscal year ended March 31, 2019, the Company invested $72,500 in private companies, purchased property and equipment in the amount of $12,390 offset by proceeds from the sale of digital currency in the amount of $16,177.

 

Cash provided by financing activities was $1,188,020 for the year ended March 31, 2020 compared to $770,950 during the prior fiscal year. During the year ended March 31, 2020 the Company received $971,100 in proceeds from notes payable and $244,420 proceeds from the sale of common stock. The Company used $27,500 to repay principal on notes payable. During the year ended March 31, 2019 the Company received $580,750 in proceeds from notes payable and $331,200 proceeds from the sale of common stock. The Company used $141,000 to repay principal on notes payable.

 

As of March 31, 2020, current liabilities exceeded our current assets by $334,832 compared to current assets exceeding our current liabilities by $490,436 at March 31, 2020. As of March 31, 2020, current assets were $607,894 compared to $947,816 at March 31, 2019. The decrease was primarily attributable to the reduction in cash of $380,943, decrease in the carrying value of trading securities of $249,200 offset by an increase in Other Investments of $105,600 and increased inventory of $117,839. Current liabilities were $942,726 at March 31, 2020 compared to $457,380 at March 31, 2019. The increase in current liability was mainly due to an increase in notes payable, net of discounts in the amount of $371,259 and an increase in accrued expense (including accounts payable) of $88,071.

 

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Going Concern

 

During the fourth quarter of the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company began sales and marketing efforts for its Mint flavored Tauri-GumTM product. During the three months ended March 31, 2019, the Company recognized sales of $57,134 and a gross profit of $20,006, which has continued during the year ended March 31, 2020 where the Company recognized revenue of $234,389 and a gross profit of $37,212. During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company has entered into multiple distribution agreements, is approved and provisioned to sell to many large retailers and ecommerce platforms. The Company has engaged an independent contractor to act as Vice President of Distribution and Marketing. At March 31, 2020, the Company had a working capital deficit of $334,832, resultant largely from convertible notes payable and a liability to issue common stock. Although the Company expects that the deficit will be remedied by repayment in cash or the conversion of notes into common stock shares as well as the issuance of shares for which the Company is obligated, it still believes that there is uncertainty with respect to continuing as a going concern.

 

On July 1, 2019, months after the NYC Department of Heath announced a ban on cannabidiol in foods and beverages (mainly focused on restaurants and baked goods), the updated New York City Health Code now includes an embargoing of CBD-infused Edible(s) Products (including packaged products). The Company is hopeful that the FDA as well as the New York City Council will implement regulations surrounding the CBD industry in a logical and prompt manner. The FDA’s uncertainty surrounding CBD was the initial cause of the New York City ban, and we believe further clarification from the FDA supporting its safety and regulating its labeling will also offer a clearer pathway to the New York City CBD market. The Company believes it is well positioned under the circumstances and has taken a conservative approach towards its products, including, for example, ensuring that its product manufacturer periodically tests for compliance with the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, such as utilizing CBD oils from hemp plants which contain 0% THC content.

 

The Company remains confident that this embargo on CBD Edible(s) products will be lifted and/or clarified in the future. In the interim, as a result of this embargo, the Company has taken the necessary steps to ensure that their marketing efforts are focused on areas outside of New York City, while maintaining its physical presence in New York City.

 

The Company, in the short term, intends to continue funding its operations either through cash-on-hand or through financing alternatives. Management’s plans with respect to this include raising capital through equity markets as well as through its equity line with Tangiers to fund future operations as well as the possible sale of its remaining marketable securities which had a market value of $101,200 at March 31, 2020. In the event the Company cannot raise additional capital to fund and/or expand operations or fails to raise adequate capital and generate adequate sales revenue, or if the regulatory landscape were to become more difficult or result in regulatory enforcement, it could result in the Company having to curtail or cease operations.

 

Additionally even if the Company does raise sufficient capital to support its operating expenses and generate adequate revenues in the short term, there can be no assurances that the revenues will be sufficient to enable it to develop business to a level where it will generate profits and cash flows from operations to achieve profitability thereby eliminating its reliance on alternative sources of funding. Although management believes that the Company is in a stronger position than it has been in in several years, there is still no guarantee that profitable operations with sufficient cashflow to sustain operations can or will be achieved without the need of alternative financing, which is limited. These matters still raise significant doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern as determined by management. The Company believes that there is uncertainty with respect to continuing as a going concern until the operating business can achieve sufficient sales to maintain profitable operations and sustain cash flow to operate the Company for a period of twelve months. In the event the Company does need to raise additional capital to fund operations or engage in a transaction, failure to raise adequate capital and generate adequate sales revenues could result in the Company having to curtail or cease operations. Even if the Company does raise sufficient capital to support its operating expenses, acquire new license agreements or ownership interests in life science companies and generate adequate revenues, or the agreements entered into recently are successful, there can be no assurances that the revenues will be sufficient to enable it to develop business to a level where it will generate profits and cash flows from operations. These matters raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern as determined by management. However, the accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recovery of the recorded assets or the classification of the liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.

 

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In an effort to support the Company’s future capital needs, on January 21, 2020, the Company entered into a $5,000,000 equity line financing agreement with Tangiers, as well as a registration right agreement related thereto. The financing term is over a maximum period of 36 months. Pursuant to the Registration Rights Agreement, a maximum of 76,000,000 shares of our Common Stock that we may sell to Tangiers from time to time was registered by us on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, for this financing. As a result of the Company’s Collaboration Agreement with Aegea, whereby seventy percent (70%) of the Net Proceeds from the sale of the initial 10,000,000 shares of stock of Tauriga using the ELOC will be transferred to and invested in Aegea for the purchase of common stock of Aegea, and twenty percent (20%) of all subsequent Net Proceeds, this arrangement will provide less capital to ongoing operations. (See earlier in this Note for a more complete description under Investment Agreement and Registration Rights Agreement).

 

In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic related to the virus known as COVID-19. The expected impact on domestic and global commerce have been and are anticipated to continue to be far reaching. To date there have been significant stock market declines and the movement of people and goods worldwide has become severely restricted. Management is actively monitoring the situation and is taking appropriate steps as needed to ensure minimal disruption to the Company’s operations. There is a risk the COVID-19 pandemic will disrupt the Company’s operations and the movement of goods and services, as well as its investments in personnel, expansion, marketing and sales generally.

 

Contractual Obligations

 

On December 1, 2017, the Company relocated its corporate headquarters from Danbury, Connecticut to New York, New York. The Company has entered into a two-year lease for its New York City location at $1,010 per month for the term of the lease.

 

On June 11, 2019, the Company entered into a two-year lease, expiring on June 30, 2021. The office is located at Regus World Trade Centre Muelle de Barcelona, edif. Sur, 2a Planta Barcelona Cataluña 08039 Spain. Monthly rent payments will be approximately $201 per month (based on the contractual rate of €178 multiplied by the exchange rate of 1.13 on the day the lease agreement was entered into).

 

Per Os Bio has contracted with the Company as the sole manufacturer of its Tauri-GumTM and are under contract to produce our product when ordered at approximately $6 per blister pack. Per OS is also required to have each batch independently tested to ensure that each piece of chewing gum must contain 10 milligrams (“mg”) of CBD Isolate, has 0% THC Content and is clear for all microbiology.

 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

As of March 31, 2019, the Company had one off-balance sheet arrangement as defined in Item 303(a)(4) of Regulation S-K. During the year ended March 31, 2020, the note holder converted the full principal of $55,000 as well as $2,364 of accrued interest for 2,239,422 common shares ($0.025 per share).

 

On December 20, 2018, the Company entered into security purchase agreement with Adar Alef, LLC whereby the Company issued two 8% convertible redeemable notes in the cumulative principal amount of $110,000. The first 8% note for $55,000 was funded with net proceeds of $47,500, after the deduction of $5,000 for OID and $2,500 in legal fees. The second 8% note (the “Back-End Note”) is initially paid for by an offsetting promissory note issued by Adar Alef, LLC to the Company (the “Note Receivable”). The terms of the Back-End Note require cash funding prior to any conversion thereunder. The Note Receivable is due December 20, 2019, unless certain conditions are not met, in which case both the Back-End Note and the Note Receivable may both be cancelled. Both the First Note and the Back-End Note have a maturity date one year from the date of issuance upon which any outstanding principal and interest is due and payable. The face value amount plus accrued interest under both the First Note and the Back-End Note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 60% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market on which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the 20 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 50% instead of 60% while that “chill” is in effect. Upon an event of default, principal and accrued interest will become immediately due and payable under the notes. Additionally, upon an event of default, both notes will accrue interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or the highest rate of interest permitted by law. Further, certain events of default may trigger penalty and liquidated damage provisions. This note contains a provision where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period they would be considered in default of this note. During the first six months this Note is in effect, the Company may redeem this Note by paying to the Holder an amount equal to 140% of the face amount plus any accrued interest. This Note may not be prepaid after the six-month anniversary of the Issuance Date. The back-end note may not be repaid. The note holder may redeem this note at any time after the first six months.

 

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Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

In June 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-07, “Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting” which addresses accounting for issuance of all share-based payments on the same accounting model. Previously, accounting for share-based payments to employees was covered by ASC Topic 718 while accounting for such payments to non-employees was covered by ASC Subtopic 505-50. As it considered recently issued updates to ASC 718, the FASB, as part of its simplification initiatives, decided to replace ASC Subtopic 505-50 with Topic 718 as the guidance for non-employee share-based awards. Under this new guidance, both sets of awards, for employees and non-employees, will essentially follow the same model, with small variations related to determining the term assumption when valuing a non-employee award as well as a different expense attribution model for non-employee awards as opposed to employee awards. The ASU is effective for public business entities beginning in 2019 calendar years and one year later for non-public business entities. The Company does not believe there is a material impact on their consolidated financial position and results of operations as a result of this standard.

 

In February 2016, FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases (Topic 842).” The new standard requires lessees to apply a dual approach, classifying leases as either finance or operating leases based on the principle of whether or not the lease is effectively a financed purchase by the lessee. This classification will determine whether lease expense is recognized based on an effective interest method or on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. A lessee is also required to record a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for all leases with a term of greater than 12 months regardless of their classification. Leases with a term of 12 months or less will be accounted for similar to existing guidance for operating leases. The new guidance will be effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within that reporting period and is applied retrospectively. Early adoption is permitted. The Company has adopted this standard as of April 1, 2019 and does not believe there will be a material impact on the adoption of this guidance on their consolidated financial statements.

 

There are several other new accounting pronouncements issued or proposed by the FASB. Each of these pronouncements, as applicable, has been or will be adopted by the Company. Management does not believe any of these accounting pronouncements has had or will have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position or operating results.

 

Critical Accounting Policies

 

Revenue Recognition

 

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). This standard provides a single set of guidelines for revenue recognition to be used across all industries and requires additional disclosures. The updated guidance introduces a five-step model to achieve its core principal of the entity recognizing revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The Company adopted the updated guidance effective October 1, 2017 as the Company commenced sales of HerMan® using the full retrospective method. The new standard did not have a material impact on its financial position and results of operations, as it did not change the manner or timing of recognizing revenue.

 

Under ASC 606, in order to recognize revenue, the Company is required to identify an approved contract with commitments to preform respective obligations, identify rights of each party in the transaction regarding goods to be transferred, identify the payment terms for the goods transferred, verify that the contract has commercial substance and verify that collection of substantially all consideration is probable. The adoption of ASC 606 did not have an impact on the Company’s operations or cash flows.

 

On March 29, 2018 the Company, through Tauriga BDC, entered into an independent sales representative agreement with Blink to be a non-exclusive independent sales representative. Under the agreement with Blink, the Company may solicit orders from potential customers for EV charging station placement. This sales agreement is a three-tier model based on whether Tauriga BDC contracts the new customer to purchase equipment outright from Blink or enter into one of two revenue-sharing agreements. In the case Tauriga BDC effectuates a sale of Blink equipment it will receive a one-time sales commission based on the sales price of the equipment sale. In the case where Tauriga BDC secures a revenue sharing agreement with a customer where Blink remains the owner, Tauriga BDC will be paid an on-going commission based off of gross charger revenue, subject to which party paid for the installation. Commission payments under the revenue sharing agreement are subject to minimum revenue generation hurdles.

 

On June 29, 2018, the Company purchased four Blink Level 2 - 40” pedestal chargers for permanent placement in a retail location or locations whereby the Company will pay a variable annual fee based on 7% of total revenue per charging unit. The remainder of the proceeds will be split 80/20 between the Company and the host location owner or its assignee. The host location owner to will pay for the cost of providing power to these unit as well as installation costs.

 

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As of March 31, 2020, the Tauriga BDC has not installed any of these machines in any locations, and no revenue has been generated through the Blink contract.

 

The Company recognizes revenue upon the satisfaction of the performance obligation. The Company considers the performance obligation met upon shipment of the product or delivery of the product. For ecommerce orders, the Company’s products are shipped by a fulfillment company and payment is made in advance of shipment either through credit card or PayPal. The Company also delivers the product to its customers that they market to in the metropolitan New York Tri-State area that are not covered under any existing distribution agreements. The Company generally collects payment within 30 to 60 days of completion of its performance obligation, and the Company has no agency relationships.

 

Investment in Trading Securities

 

Investment in trading securities consist of investments in shares of common stock of companies traded on public markets as well as publicly traded warrants of these companies should there be a market for them. These securities are carried on the Company’s balance sheet at fair value based on the closing price of the shares owned on the last trading day before the balance sheet date of this report. Fluctuations in the underlying bid price of the stocks result in unrealized gains or losses. The Company recognizes these fluctuations in value as other income or loss.

 

For investments sold, the Company recognizes the gains and losses attributable to these investments as realized gains or losses in other income or loss.

 

Stock-Based Compensation

 

The Company accounts for Stock-Based Compensation under ASC 718 “Compensation-Stock Compensation,” which addresses the accounting for transactions in which an entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services, with a primary focus on transactions in which an entity obtains employee services in share-based payment transactions. ASC 718-10 requires measurement of cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant-date fair value of the award (with limited exceptions). Incremental compensation costs arising from subsequent modifications of awards after the grant date must be recognized.

 

The Company accounts for stock-based compensation awards to non-employees in accordance with ASC 505-50, “Equity-Based Payments to Non-Employees.” Under ASC 505-50, the Company determines the fair value of the warrants or stock-based compensation awards granted on the grant date as either the fair value of the consideration received, or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. Any stock options or warrants issued to non-employees are recorded in expense and an offset to additional paid-in capital in stockholders’ equity over the applicable service periods using variable accounting through the vesting dates based on the fair value of the options or warrants at the end of each period.

 

The Company issues stock to consultants for various services. The costs for these transactions are measured at the fair value on the grant date of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. The Company recognized consulting expense and a corresponding increase to additional paid-in-capital related to stock issued for services over the term of the related services.

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

Long-lived assets, primarily fixed assets, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the assets might not be recoverable. The Company will perform a periodic assessment of assets for impairment in the absence of such information or indicators. Conditions that would necessitate an impairment assessment include a significant decline in the observable market value of an asset, a significant change in the extent or manner in which an asset is used, or a significant adverse change that would indicate that the carrying amount of an asset or group of assets is not recoverable. For long-lived assets to be held and used, the Company would recognize an impairment loss only if its carrying amount is not recoverable through its undiscounted cash flows and measures the impairment loss based on the difference between the carrying amount and estimated fair value.

 

Fair Value Measurements

 

ASC 820 “Fair Value Measurements” defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosure about fair value measurements.

 

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The following provides an analysis of financial instruments that are measured subsequent to initial recognition at fair value, grouped into Levels 1 to 3 based on the degree to which fair value is observable:

 

Level 1- fair value measurements are those derived from quoted prices (unadjusted in active markets for identical assets or liabilities);

 

Level 2- fair value measurements are those derived from inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices); and

 

Level 3- fair value measurements are those derived from valuation techniques that include inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

 

Financial instruments classified as Level 1 - quoted prices in active markets include cash.

 

These consolidated financial instruments are measured using management’s best estimate of fair value, where the inputs into the determination of fair value require significant management judgment to estimation. Valuations based on unobservable inputs are highly subjective and require significant judgments. Changes in such judgments could have a material impact on fair value estimates. In addition, since estimates are as of a specific point in time, they are susceptible to material near-term changes. Changes in economic conditions may also dramatically affect the estimated fair values

 

Fair value estimates discussed herein are based upon certain market assumptions and pertinent information available to management for the respective periods. The respective carrying value of certain financial instruments approximated their fair values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. These financial instruments include cash, investments, short-term notes payable, accounts payable and accrued expenses.

 

Derivative Financial Instruments

 

Derivatives are recorded on the consolidated balance sheet at fair value. The conversion features of the convertible debentures are embedded derivatives and are separately valued and accounted for on the consolidated Balance Sheets with changes in fair value recognized during the period of change as a separate component of other income/expense. Fair values for exchange-traded securities and derivatives are based on quoted market prices. The pricing model we use for determining the fair value of our derivatives are binomial pricing models. Valuations derived from this model are subject to ongoing internal and external verification and review. The model uses market-sourced inputs such as interest rates and stock price volatilities. Selection of these inputs involves management’s judgment and may impact net income (loss).

 

With the issuance of the July 2017 FASB ASU 2017-11, “Earnings Per Share (Topic 260) Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity (Topic 480) Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815),” which addresses the complexity of accounting for certain financial instruments with down round features, the Company has chosen the early adopt retroactively the amendments in Part I of the standard whereby fair value derivative liabilities previously recognized were derecognized in the current and comparative periods. Under the amendments included in this update, the Company is no longer required to record changes in fair value during the period of change as a separate component of other income (expense) in the consolidated Statements of Operations.

 

The amendments in Part I of this Update change the classification analysis of certain equity-linked financial instruments (or embedded features) with down round features. When determining whether certain financial instruments should be classified as liabilities or equity instruments, a down round feature no longer precludes equity classification when assessing whether the instrument is indexed to an entity’s own stock. The amendments also clarify existing disclosure requirements for equity-classified instruments. As a result, a freestanding equity-linked financial instrument (or embedded conversion option) no longer would be accounted for as a derivative liability at fair value as a result of the existence of a down round feature. For freestanding equity classified financial instruments, the amendments require entities that present earnings per share (EPS) in accordance with Topic 260 to recognize the effect of the down round feature when it is triggered. That effect is treated as a dividend and as a reduction of income available to common shareholders in basic EPS. Convertible instruments with embedded conversion options that have down round features are now subject to the specialized guidance for contingent beneficial conversion features (in Subtopic 470-20, “Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options”), including related EPS guidance (in Topic 260). The amendments in Part II of this Update recharacterize the indefinite deferral of certain provisions of Topic 480 that now are presented as pending content in the Codification, to a scope exception. Those amendments do not have an accounting effect.

 

Under current GAAP, an equity-linked financial instrument with a down round feature that otherwise is not required to be classified as a liability under the guidance in Topic 480 is evaluated under the guidance in Topic 815, “Derivatives and Hedging,” to determine whether it meets the definition of a derivative. If it meets that definition, the instrument (or embedded feature) is evaluated to determine whether it is indexed to an entity’s own stock as part of the analysis of whether it qualifies for a scope exception from derivative accounting. Generally, for warrants and conversion options embedded in financial instruments that are deemed to have a debt host (assuming the underlying shares are readily convertible to cash or the contract provides for net settlement such that the embedded conversion option meets the definition of a derivative), the existence of a down round feature results in an instrument not being considered indexed to an entity’s own stock. This results in a reporting entity being required to classify the freestanding financial instrument or the bifurcated conversion option as a liability, which the entity must measure at fair value initially and at each subsequent reporting date.

 

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The amendments in this Update revise the guidance for instruments with down round features in Subtopic 815-40, “Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity,” which is considered in determining whether an equity-linked financial instrument qualifies for a scope exception from derivative accounting. An entity still is required to determine whether instruments would be classified in equity under the guidance in Subtopic 815-40 in determining whether they qualify for that scope exception. If they do qualify, freestanding instruments with down round features are no longer classified as liabilities and embedded conversion options with down round features are no longer bifurcated.

 

For entities that present EPS in accordance with Topic 260, and when the down round feature is included in an equity-classified freestanding financial instrument, the value of the effect of the down round feature is treated as a dividend when it is triggered and as a numerator adjustment in the basic EPS calculation. This reflects the occurrence of an economic transfer of value to the holder of the instrument, while alleviating the complexity and income statement volatility associated with fair value measurement on an ongoing basis. Convertible instruments are unaffected by the Topic 260 amendments in this Update.

 

Those amendments in Part I of this Update are a cost savings relative to current GAAP. This is because, assuming the required criteria for equity classification in Subtopic 815-40 are met, an entity that issued such an instrument no longer measures the instrument at fair value at each reporting period (in the case of warrants) or separately accounts for a bifurcated derivative (in the case of convertible instruments) on the basis of the existence of a down round feature. For convertible instruments with embedded conversion options that have down round features, applying specialized guidance such as the model for contingent beneficial conversion features rather than bifurcating an embedded derivative also reduces cost and complexity. Under that specialized guidance, the issuer recognizes the intrinsic value of the feature only when the feature becomes beneficial instead of bifurcating the conversion option and measuring it at fair value each reporting period.

 

The amendments in Part II of this Update replace the indefinite deferral of certain guidance in Topic 480 with a scope exception. This has the benefit of improving the readability of the Codification and reducing the complexity associated with navigating the guidance in Topic 480.

 

For public business entities, the amendments in Part I of this Update are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. Early adoption is permitted for all entities, including adoption in an interim period. If an entity early adopts the amendments in an interim period, any adjustments should be reflected as of the beginning of the fiscal year that includes that interim period. The amendments in Part 1 of this Update should be applied in either of the following ways:

 

  1. retrospectively to outstanding financial instruments with a down round feature by means of a cumulative-effect adjustment to the statement of financial position as of the beginning of the first fiscal year and interim period(s) in which the pending content that links to this paragraph is effective; or
     
  2. retrospectively to outstanding financial instruments with a down round feature for each prior reporting period presented in accordance with the guidance on accounting changes in paragraphs 250-10-45-5 through 45-10.

 

The amendments in Part II of this Update do not require any transition guidance because those amendments do not have an accounting effect.

 

Share settled debt

 

The general measurement guidance in ASC 480 requires obligations that can be settled in shares with a fixed monetary value at settlement to be carried at fair value unless other accounting guidance specifies another measurement attribute. The Company has determined that ASC 835-30 is the appropriate accounting guidance for the share-settled debt, which is what was done by setting up the debt discount which is to be amortized to interest expense over the term of the instrument. Amortization of discounts are to be amortized using the effective interest method over the term of the note.

 

ASC 480-10-25-14 requires liability accounting for (1) any financial instrument that embodies and unconditional obligation to transfer a variable number of shares or (2) a financial instrument other than an outstanding share that embodies a conditional obligation to transfer a variable number of shares, provided that the monetary value of the obligation is based solely or predominantly on any of the following: 1. A fixed monetary amount known at inception (e.g. stock settled debt); 2. Variations in something other than the fair value of the issuer’s equity shares (e.g. a preferred share that will be settled in a variable number of common shares with tits monetary value tied to a commodity price); and 3. Variations in the fair value of the issuer’s equity shares, but the monetary value to the counterparty moves inversely to the value of the issuer’s shares (e.g. net share settled written put options, net share settled forward purchase contracts).

 

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Notwithstanding the fact that the above instruments can be settled in shares, FASB concluded that equity classification is not appropriate because instruments with those characteristics do not expose the counterparty to risks and rewards similar to those of an owner and, therefore do not create a shareholder relationship. The issuer is instead using its shares as the currency to settle its obligation.

 

The Company has multiple notes that contain discount provisions whereby the holder can exercise conversion rights at a discount to the market price for a 15-day trailing period based on the market volume average weighted price. ASC 470-20 defines this as a beneficial conversion feature which that shall be recognized separately at issuance by allocating a portion of the proceeds equal to the intrinsic value, not to exceed the face value of the note, to additional paid in capital. This segmented value, is to be amortized using the effective interest method over the term of the note.

 

ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.

 

As the Company is a “smaller reporting company,” this item is inapplicable.

 

ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA.

 

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm – Current (BF Borgers CPA PC) F-1
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm – Former (KBL, LLP) F-2
Consolidated Balance Sheets F-3
Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss F-4
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity (Deficit) F-5
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows F-6
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-7

 

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

 

To the shareholders and the board of directors of Tauriga Sciences, Inc.

 

Opinion on the Financial Statements

 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. (the “Company”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations, stockholders’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of March 31, 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

 

Our audit included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audit also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

Substantial Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the financial statements, the Company’s significant operating losses raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

 

/s/ BF Borgers CPA PC  
BF Borgers CPA PC  
   
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2019  
Lakewood, CO  
June 29, 2020  

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the Board of Directors and Stockholders

of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. and Subsidiaries

 

Opinion on the Financial Statements

 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. and Subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of March 31, 2019, the related consolidated statement of operations, changes in stockholders’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial statements”). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of the Company as of March 31, 2019, and the results of its consolidated operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

 

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal controls over financial reporting. As part of our audits we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

 

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

Going Concern Consideration

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company has sustained significant operating losses and needs to obtain additional financing to continue the services they provide. These conditions raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1. The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

 

/s/ KBL, LLP  
   
We have served as the Company’s auditor from 2015 to 2019.  
   
KBL, LLP  
New York, NY  
June 27, 2019  

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(IN US$)

 

   March 31, 2020   March 31, 2019 
ASSETS          
Current assets:          
Cash  $5,348   $385,943 
Assets from discontinued operations   -    581 
Accounts receivable, net allowance for doubtful accounts   42,580    - 
Investment - trading securities   101,200    350,400 
Investment - other   178,100    72,500 
Inventory asset   128,711    10,872 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   151,955    127,520 
Total current assets   607,894    947,816 
           
Lease right of use asset   22,090    - 
Property and equipment, net   13,478    13,010 
           
Total assets  $643,462   $960,826 
           
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)          
Current liabilities:          
Notes payable, net of discounts  $585,134   $213,875 
Accounts payable   76,055    34,703 
Accrued interest   39,384    30,780 
Accrued expenses   46,719    - 
Loan Payable to office   50,159    - 
Liabilities from discontinued operations   -    5,522 
Liability for common stock to be issued   131,000    172,500 
Lease liability - current portion   13,891    - 
Deferred revenue   384    - 
Total current liabilities   942,726    457,380 
           
Lease liability - net of current portion   8,933    - 
           
Total liabilities   951,659    457,380 
           
Stockholders’ equity (deficit):          
Common stock, par value $0.00001; 400,000,000 shares authorized, 107,039,107 and 68,123,326 outstanding at March 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively   1,070    681 
Additional paid-in capital   58,213,365    55,991,704 
Accumulated deficit   (58,522,632)   (55,488,939)
Accumulated other comprehensive income   -    - 
Total stockholders’ equity (deficit)   (308,197)   503,446 
           
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity (deficit)  $643,462   $960,826 

 

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

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(IN US$)

 

   For the Year Ended 
   March 31, 
   2020   2019 
         
Revenues  $234,389   $57,134 
Cost of goods sold   197,177    37,128 
           
Gross profit   37,212    20,006 
           
Operating expenses          
Marketing and advertising   188,129    4,200 
Research and development   6,923    13,924 
General and administrative   

1,880,256

    1,083,980 
Depreciation and amortization expense   914    964 
Total operating expenses   2,076,222    1,103,068 
           
Loss from operations   (2,039,010)   (1,083,062)
           
Other income (expense)          
Interest expense   (902,228)   (280,587)
Unrealized gain (loss) on trading securities   (219,200)   223,349
Loss on conversion of debt   -    (27,975)
Loss on asset disposal   (1,230)   (907)
Gain on the extinguishment of debt   113,466    - 
Gain on disposal of discontinued operations   4,941    - 
Legal settlement expense   -    (20,004)
Unrealized loss on digital currency   -    (3,143)
Loss on sale of commodities   -    (2,737)
Gain (loss) on sale of trading securities   10,000    99,823
Foreign exchange   (29)   - 
Total other income (expense)   (994,280)   (12,181)
           
INCOME (LOSS) FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES AND LOSS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS   (3,033,290)   (1,095,243)
           
INCOME (LOSS) FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS   -    (2,196)
           
Net income (loss)   (3,033,290)   (1,097,439)
           
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest   -    - 
Net income (loss) attributable to controlling interest   (3,033,290)   (1,097,439)
           
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders  $(3,033,290)  $(1,097,439)
Income (loss) per share - basic and diluted - Continuing operations  $(0.037)  $(0.020)
Income (loss) per share - basic and diluted - Discontinuing operations  $-   $(0.000)
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - basic   80,949,849    55,767,119 
           
Income (loss) per share - fully diluted  $(0.037)  $(0.020)
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - fully diluted   80,949,849    55,767,119 

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

 

                   Accumulated         
           Additional       other       Total 
   Number of       paid-in   Accumulated   comprehensive   Non-Controlling   stockholders’ 
   shares   Amount   capital   deficit   income (loss)   Interest   deficit 
Balance at April 1, 2018   52,264,476    523    54,680,382    (54,391,500)   8,042    (2,196)   295,251 
                                    
Issuance of shares via private placement at $0.02 to $0.06 per share   5,686,667    56    301,144    -    -    -    301,200 
Issuances of commitment shares - debt financing at $0.042 per share   500,000    5    20,995    -    -    -    21,000 
Shares issued for note conversion at $0.0245 to $0.0452 per share   5,946,516    60    200,658    -    -    -    200,718 
Stock-based compensation vesting   -    -    296,705    -    -    -    296,705 
Stock issued for services at $0.0269 to $0.42   3,130,000    31    (31)   -    -    -    - 
Shares issued for settlement of contingent liability   500,000    5    74,995    -    -    -    75,000 
Shares issued for settlement of debt   95,667    1    20,003    -    -    -    20,004 
Reclassification of other comprehensive income to additional paid in capital   -    -    8,042    -    (8,042)   -    - 
Recognition of beneficial conversion feature of convertible notes   -    -    388,811    -    -    -    388,811 
Non-controlling interest   -    -    -    -    -    2,196    2,196 
Net loss for the year ended  March 31, 2019   -    -    -    (1,097,439)   -         (1,097,439)
                                    
Balance at March 31, 2019   68,123,326   $681   $55,991,704   $(55,488,939)  $-   $-   $503,446 
                                    
Issuance of shares via private placement at $0.02 to $0.07 per share   5,470,286    54    143,366    -    -    -    143,420 
Issuances of commitment shares - debt financing at $0.039 to $0.19 per share   2,350,000    25    218,435    -    -    -    218,460 
Shares issued for note conversion at $0.01412 to $0.04725 per share   21,295,495    212    496,050    -    -    -    496,262 
Stock-based compensation vesting   -    -    569,636    -    -    -    569,636 
Stock issued for services at $0.0174 to $0.2092   7,350,000    73    (73)   -    -    -    - 
Issuance of shares for distribution agreements at $0.08 to $0.2092   2,450,000    25    (25)   -    -    -    - 
Recognition of beneficial conversion feature of convertible notes   -    -    794,272    -    -    -    794,272 
Cumulative effect of adoption of Lease standard ASC 842   -    -    -    (403)   -    -    (403)
Net loss for the year ended March 31, 2020   -    -    -    (3,033,290)   -         (3,033,290)
                                    
Balance at March 31, 2020   107,039,107   $1,070   $58,213,365   $(58,522,632)  $-   $-   $(308,197)

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(IN US$)

 

   For the Year Ended 
   March 31, 
    2020    2019 
           
Cash flows from operating activities          
Net loss attributable to controlling interest  $(3,033,290)  $(1,097,439)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to cash used in operating activities:          
Non-controlling interest   -    2,196 
Amortization of original issue discount   67,044    13,543 
Bad debt Expense   64,146    - 
Loss on sale of commodities   -    2,737 
Non-cash lease operating lease expense   331    - 
Unrealized loss on digital currency   -    3,142 
Depreciation and amortization   914    964 
Loss on disposal of fixed assets   1,230    907 
Non-cash interest   75,960    163,500 
Gain (loss) on settlement   -    20,004 
Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt   (113,468)   27,975 
Amortization of debt discount   687,486    58,571 
Common stock issued and issuable for services (including stock-based compensation)   569,636    296,705 
Gain on disposal of discontinued operation   (4,941)   - 
Legal fees deducted from proceeds of notes payable   24,900    4,500 
(Gain) loss on sale of trading securities   (10,000)   (99,823)
Unrealized loss (gain) on trading securities   219,200    (223,349)
(Increase) decrease in assets          
Prepaid expenses   (24,435)   (86,800)
Inventory   (117,839)   (10,872)
Proceeds of trading securities, net   40,000    583,471 
Accounts receivable   (106,726)   - 
Increase (decrease) in liabilities          
Accounts payable   41,352    10,360 
Deferred revenue   384    - 
Accrued expenses   46,720    - 
Accrued interest   60,834    1,123 
Cash used in operating activities   (1,510,562)   (328,585)
           
Cash flows from investing activities          
Investment in VTGN warrants   (37,500)   - 
Proceeds (purchase) of digital currency, net   -    16,177 
Loan from Officer   50,159      
Investment - other   (68,100)   (72,500)
Purchase of property and equipment   (2,612)   (12,390)
Cash used in investing activities   (58,053)   (68,713)
           
Cash flows from financing activities          
Repayment of principal on notes payable to individuals and companies   (27,500)   (141,000)
Proceeds from the sale of common stock (including to be issued)   244,420    331,200 
Proceeds from convertible notes   971,100    580,750 
Cash provided by financing activities   1,188,020    770,950 
Net decrease in cash   (380,595)   373,652 
           
Cash, beginning of year   385,943    12,291 
Cash, end of year  $5,348   $385,943 
           
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW          
INFORMATION:          
Interest Paid  $10,904   $43,819 
Taxes Paid  $-   $- 
           
NON CASH ITEMS          
Recognition of lease liability and right of use asset at inception  $12,066   $- 
Recognition of lease liability and right of use asset lease modification  $23,177   $- 
Conversion of notes payable and accrued interest for common stock  $496,262   $200,718 
Original issue discount on notes payable and debentures  $10,000   $- 
Recognition of debt discount  $794,272   $388,811 
Reclassification of other comprehensive income to additional paid in capital  $-   $8,042 

 

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

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS

 

Nature of Business

 

Tauriga Sciences, Inc. (the “Company”) is a Florida corporation, with its principal place of business being located at 555 Madison Avenue, fifth floor, New York, NY 10022. The Company has, over time, moved into a diversified life sciences technology company, with its mission to operate a revenue generating business, while continuing to evaluate potential acquisition candidates operating in the life sciences technology space.

 

Tauriga Pharma Corp.

 

On January 4, 2018, the Company announced the formation of a wholly-owned subsidiary in Delaware. This subsidiary, incorporated in Delaware, was initially named Tauriga IP Acquisition Corp., which changed its name to Tauriga Biz Dev Corp. on March 25, 2018, and most recently (January 2020) changed its name to Tauriga Pharma Corp. (as described below).

 

Effective January 2020, the Company amended the certificate of incorporation of Tauriga Business Development Corp. in relevant part to effectuate a name change of this subsidiary to Tauriga Pharma Corp. The principal reason for the name change is to concentrate this subsidiary’s focus on the development of a pharmaceutical product line that is synergistic with the Company’s primary CBD product line. Currently, the plan is to initially create a pharmaceutical line of products to address nausea symptoms related to chemotherapy treatment in patients, which we will submit for clinical trials and to regulatory agencies for approval.

 

On March 18, 2020, the Company filed a Provisional U.S. Patent Application covering its Pharmaceutical grade version of Tauri-Gum™. This patent application, filed with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (“U.S.P.T.O.”), is titled: “MEDICATED CBD COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURING, AND METHODS OF TREATMENT.” The Company’s proposed Pharmaceutical grade version of Tauri-Gum™ is being developed for nausea regulation, intended specifically to target patients subjected to ongoing chemotherapy treatment(s) (the “Indication”). The delivery system for this Pharmaceutical product is an improved version of the existing “Tauri-Gum™” chewing gum formulation based on continued research and development.

 

Tauriga Sciences Limited

 

On June 10, 2019, the Company formed a wholly owned subsidiary, Tauriga Sciences Limited, with the registrar of Companies for Northern Ireland. Tauriga Sciences Limited is a private limited Company. The entity was established in conjunction with e-commerce merchant services. In conjunction to this new entity the Company entered into a two-year lease commencing on June 11, 2019 and expiring on June 30, 2021. The office is located at Regus World Trade Centre Muelle de Barcelona, edif. Sur, 2a Planta Barcelona Cataluña 08039 Spain.

 

Collaboration Agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.

 

On April 3, 2020, Tauriga Sciences, Inc. entered into a collaboration agreement (“Collaboration Agreement”) with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. (“Aegea”), for the purpose of developing a Rapid, Multiplexed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Point of Care Test with Superior Sensitivity and Selectivity (the “SARS-Col 2 Test”). The parties believe that the benefits of the SARS-CoV-2 Test are as follows: a Rapid SARS-CoV-2 test with the sensitivity and specificity to eliminate false negatives and false positives, and with the ability to detect and measure viral shed, even in patients who are asymptomatic. This SARS-CoV-2 test would use Aegea’s patented technologies, to take coronavirus testing to the next level by differentiating different strains of SARS-CoV-2. The test, if successful, would be adaptable to additional SARS-CoV-2 strain types as necessary and as the virus mutates. It also has the possibility to be rapidly be customized to provide similarly sensitive and specific assays for other viruses. The Company has committed to raise funding for the purposes set forth in under the Collaboration Agreement from its $5,000,000 Equity Line of Credit (“ELOC”) beginning on March 16, 2020. Seventy percent (70%) of the net proceeds from the sale of the initial 10,000,000 shares of stock of Tauriga under the ELOC will be invested in Aegea for the development of the Covid Test and used to purchase shares of common stock of Aegea, at a purchase price of $4.00 per share.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Collaboration Agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. (Continued)

 

Pursuant to the terms of the Collaboration Agreement, following the initial sale of 10,000,000 shares of our common stock under the ELOC, twenty percent (20%) of all subsequent net proceeds from the sale of shares under the ELOC shall be used to purchase additional shares of common stock of Aegea at a purchase price of $4.00 per share. The $4.00 stock price corresponds to a current pre-money valuation of Aegea of $25,000,000 for each tranche of cash, up to the first $2,000,000 of our investment in Aegea. The valuation will be reassessed and reset by the parties after the first $2,000,000 of Tauriga’s investment is received by Aegea. In addition, as part of our agreement with Aegea, On May 26, 2020, Tauriga also issued to Aegea 5,000,000 unregistered common shares of Tauriga common stock. The Collaboration Agreement commenced upon signing and will continue indefinitely, unless amended or terminated by mutual written agreement of the parties.

 

COMPANY PRODUCTS

 

TAURI-GUMTM

 

In October 2018, the Company’s management, along with its board of directors, began to explore the possibility of launching a cannabidiol (“CBD”) infused gum product line into the commercial marketplace. After several weeks of diligence, discussions with various parties and exploratory meetings, the Company made the determination to move forward with this business opportunity.

 

To begin this process, during the quarter ended December 31, 2018, the Company began discussions with a Maryland based chewing gum manufacturer - Per Os Biosciences LLC (“Per Os Bio”), which consummated in a manufacturing agreement in late December 2018 to launch and bring to market a white label line of CBD infused chewing gum under the brand name Tauri-GumTM. In October 2019, we also filed trademark applications for the above-referenced marks in each of the European Union and Canada. On February 18, 2020, the Company received a notice of allowance from the European Union Intellectual Property Office granting the Company its trademark registration for Tauri-Gum™ (E.U. Trademark # 018138334).

 

Under the terms of the agreement, Per Os Bio produces Tauri-GumTM based on the following criteria:

 

  A. By composition, the CBD Gum will contain 10 mg of CBD Isolate;
  B. The initial production run will be mint flavor;
  C. This proprietary CBD Gum will be manufactured under U.S. Patent # 9,744,128 (“Method for manufacturing medicated chewing gum without cooling”);
  D. Each Production Batch, including the initial production run, is estimated to yield 70,000 gum tablets or 8,700 Units (each Unit contains 8 gum tablets);
  E. Integrated Quality Control Procedures: Each production batch will be tested by a 3rd Party for CBD label content, THC content (0%), and clear for microbiology;
  F. The packaging, for retail marketplace, will consist of 8 count (gum tablet count) blister card labeled (the “Pack(s)”) with Lot # as well as Expiration Date.;
  G. Outer sleeve in the Company’s artwork and graphic design(s) and label copy; and
  H. Shipping System: Bulk packed 266 Packs per master case (“Palletized”).

 

Under terms of the agreement with Per Os Bio:

 

  A. Each product order will consist of 8,700 Packs (unless otherwise agreed upon by both parties);
  B. ½ of initial production invoice due within 3 days of execution of Manufacturing Agreement;
  C. Provide graphic design artwork, logo, and label design to Per Os Bio;
  D. To implement Kosher Certification Process;
  E. Procure appropriate Product & Liability insurance policy; and
  F. Acquire legal opinion with respect to the confirmation of the legality to sell this CBD Gum on the Federal Statute Level.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

COMPANY PRODUCTS

 

TAURI-GUMTM (Continued)

 

The Company’s gum formulation includes distinctive features: allergen free, gluten free, vegan, kosher (K-Star certification), and incorporates a proprietary manufacturing process. See our “Risk Factors” contained in this Annual Report, including with respect, but not limited, to Federal laws and regulations that govern CBD and cannabis.

 

The Company’s E-commerce website is www.taurigum.com.

 

During the fiscal year 2020, the Company added two additional flavors. Blood Orange and Pomegranate.

 

TAURI-GUMMIES

 

On November 25, 2019, the Company announced that it has finalized the formulation for its Vegan 25 mg CBD (Isolate) Infused Gummies product to be branded Tauri-Gummies™ for which a trademark was filed in Switzerland and the European Union. This product contains no gelatin in the formulation, as the Company has utilized plant-based alternatives in completion of this product. Each bottle contains 4 flavors – cherry, orange, lemon and lime.

 

Each gummy package contains 24 gummies in a jar, 6 of each flavor, containing 25mg of CBD isolate per individual gummy, or 600 mg of CBD isolate per jar. These Gum Drops have been manufactured in the “Nostalgic” 1950s confectionary style and are both plant-based (Vegan Formulated) and Kosher Certified. The Company commenced sales of Tauri-Gummies™ in January 2020.

 

CANNABIGEROL “CBG” ISOLATE INFUSED VERSION OF TAURI-GUM™

 

On December 30, 2019, the Company announced it had commenced development of a Cannabigerol (“CBG”) Isolate Infused version of its Tauri-Gum™ brand. This initial production run had been completed in its Peach-Lemon flavor (and each piece of Chewing Gum contains 10mg CBG isolate). This initial production run yielded roughly 8,300 blister packs. The product is Kosher Certified, Vegan Formulated, Lab Tested, NON-GMO, Allergen Free, Gluten Free, containing no THC, and 100% Made in the USA. MSRP has been established at $19.99 per Blister Pack.

 

The Company has commenced production of its second version of CBG Infused Tauri-Gum - Black Currant Flavor (each piece of Chewing Gum contains 15mg of CBG isolate). The Company’s Black Currant Flavor - CBG Infused Tauri-Gum™, will be: Kosher Certified, Vegan, Lab-Tested, NON-GMO, Allergen Free, Gluten Free, 15mg CBG/Piece of Chewing Gum, 100% Made in the USA. MSRP will be $22.99 per Blister Pack.

 

DISTRIBUTION OF THE COMPANY’S PRODUCTS

 

E&M Distribution Agreement

 

On April 1, 2019, the Company entered into a distribution agreement with E&M Ice Cream Company (“E&M”) to establish Tauri-GumTM in the greater New York City marketplace (the “E&M Distribution Agreement”), with substantial levels of both financial resources and marketing support. The Company had both received payment for and delivered the product for its previously announced $54,000 Tauri-GumTM purchase order during March 2019, and re-orders in the first quarter of fiscal 2020. The Company has agreed to issue a one-time issuance of 1,000,000 restricted shares of the Company’s common stock, and to tender a one-time cash payment of $125,000 to E&M. This $125,000 cash component was paid in full to E&M on April 1, 2019, and the value of the shares is reflected in stock-based compensation based on the grant date of April 1, 2019. These shares were issued on December 26, 2019.

 

Under the terms of the E&M Distribution Agreement, the Company issued restricted shares of common stock to E&M for their support services.

 

F-9

 

 

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

DISTRIBUTION OF THE COMPANY’S PRODUCTS (CONTINUED)

 

South Florida Region Distribution Agreement

 

On April 8, 2019, the Company entered into a non-exclusive distribution agreement with IRM Management Corporation (“IRM”), an established medical practice management firm (the “IRM Distribution Agreement”). The purpose of the IRM Distribution Agreement is to target our Tauri-GumTM product to the South Florida based medical market, including chiropractors, orthopedists, as well as prospective retail customers in this geographic area.

 

Under terms of this IRM Distribution Agreement, the Company will work closely with IRM to promote Tauri-Gum™. In connection with this IRM Distribution Agreement, the Company has also agreed to a one-time issuance of 450,000 shares of the Company’s restricted common stock and a cash stipend of $10,000 to IRM. As of the date of this report, $6,000 of the $10,000 cash stipend has been paid. The value of the shares was reflected as stock-based compensation based on the grant date of April 8, 2019.

 

North Eastern United States Distribution Agreement

 

On April 30, 2019, the Company, entered into a non-exclusive comprehensive distribution agreement with Sai Krishna LLC (“SKL”), a New Jersey based distributor, with relationships in the Northeast region of the United States and Asia, with the intention of increasing and accelerating market penetration of the Company’s Tauri-GumTM product line in the applicable regions.

 

In connection with the SKL Agreement, the Company had agreed to issue a one-time issuance of an aggregate of 1,000,000 restricted common shares the Company’s stock, which are subject to the customary resale and transfer restrictions imposed under the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission. The restricted equity issuance to SKL was issued in accordance with the following schedule: (i) to Mr. Mahesh Lekkala, 500,000 restricted shares the Company’s common stock within ten (10) business days of April 30, 2019; and (ii) to SKL, 500,000, which were permitted to be immediately allocated by SKL to persons within its organization and, as such, (a) 250,000 of such shares shall be issued to SKL within ten (10) business days of April 30, 2019, and the additional issuance of (b) 250,000 of such shares shall be issued to SKL within ten (10) business days of August 1, 2019, which shares were issued on August 1, 2019. Other than the payment terms for Tauri-GumTM product purchased and distributed under the terms of the Agreement, there is no additional cash payment currently due or owing by the Company thereunder. The value of the shares is reflected as stock-based compensation with a grant date of April 30, 2019. All but 250,000 shares are expensed on this date, with those 250,000 shares valued over the term of the one-year agreement. This agreement expired on April 30, 2020.

 

On May 11, 2019, the Company also entered into a consulting agreement pursuant to the terms of the SKL agreement, whereby Ms. Neelima Lekkala was appointed Vice President of Distribution & Marketing. This agreement had a one-year term and expired on May 11, 2020. Ms. Lekkala focused her efforts on the expansion of Tauri-GumTM in terms of gross sales and revenue growth through the acquisition of new customers, establishment of professional marketing materials & protocols, logistics improvement(s) and fulfillment services. Ms. Lekkala was not an executive officer of the Company and, therefore, was not deemed to be an affiliate of the Company. Ms. Lekkala’s compensation included restricted shares of the Company’s common stock, which were fully earned and vested upon the execution of her consulting agreement. Additionally, Ms. Lekkala was entitled to receive a 30% commission on total gross sales through the sale of the Tauri-GumTM product line, which the Company was permitted to pay in either stock or cash at the election of Ms. Lekkala. As of March 31, 2020, Ms. Lekkala earned commission in the amount of $1,023.

 

Windmill Health Distribution Agreement

 

On June 28, 2019, the Company entered into a distribution agreement with Windmill Health Products, LLC (“Windmill Health”), a New Jersey based distributor, with the intention of increasing and accelerating market penetration of the Company’s Tauri-GumTM product line. The Company did not contribute any capital or issue any equity to Windmill Health in connection with the Windmill Health distribution agreement.

 

These arrangements are more fully described in our periodic and current reports that we have filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and included in these agreements filed by reference as exhibits thereto.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

DISTRIBUTION OF THE COMPANY’S PRODUCTS (CONTINUED)

 

In connection with the issuances of any restricted securities by the Company regarding the above-described distribution agreements or other agreements described in this annual report, please see Part II, Item 5, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities for additional information.

 

Resale Agreement with OG LABORATORIES, LLC

 

On January 21, 2020, the Company entered into a joint venture agreement with OG LABORATORIES, LLC (“OG”). Under this agreement the Company will act as a wholesaler of OG’s product labeled under OG’s name. We are currently wholesaling two of OG’s products: “Omega-3 Heart Wellness+CBD” and “Collagen Skin Wellness+CBD”. Both of these products will be offered on the Company’s website. The Company will be compensated for sales generated through its efforts according the following formula: the Company shall receive, no later than 30 days after collection, the following percentage of the total order amount for third-party customers who purchase OG products that Tauriga originated or derived: for aggregate purchases greater than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00), Tauriga shall receive commission of three and a half percent (3.5%), and for aggregate purchases of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) or less, Tauriga shall receive commission of five percent (5%). . Tauriga shall receive the above-referenced commission on such sales as long as the sale is made while the contract is in force or within six (6) months after the contract’s termination. The OG agreement may be terminated by either party with thirty days of prior written notice to the other party. The Company made an initial purchase of OG inventory of $3,050 for e-commerce fulfillment.

 

REGULATORY MATTERS

 

Food and Drug Administration

 

On May 31, 2019, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) held public hearings to obtain scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds, including CBD. The hearing came approximately five months after the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (more commonly known as the Farm Bill), went into effect and removed industrial hemp from the Schedule I prohibition under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) (industrial hemp means cannabis plants and derivatives that contain no more than 0.3 percent tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, on a dry weight basis).

 

Though the Farm Bill removed industrial hemp from the Schedule I list, the Farm Bill preserved the regulatory authority of the FDA over cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds used in food and pharmaceutical products under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and section 351 of the Public Health Service Act. The FDA has been clear that it intends to use this authority to regulate cannabis and cannabis-derived products, including CBD, in the same manner as any other food or drug ingredient. In addition to holding the hearing, the agency had requested comments by July 2, 2019 regarding any health and safety risks of CBD use, and how products containing CBD are currently produced and marketed, which comment period was concluded on July 16, 2019. As of the date hereof, the FDA has taken the position that it is unlawful to put into interstate commerce food products containing hemp derived CBD, or to market CBD as, or in, a dietary supplement. Furthermore, since the closure of the FDA hearings on this issue, some state and local agencies have issued a ban on the sale of any food or beverages containing CBD. H.R. 5587, a newly introduced legislative effort at the federal level, seeks to consider hemp-derived CBD and substances containing hemp-derived CBD to be dietary supplements under the FD&C Act, which would likely resolve ambiguity and provide clear guidance to stakeholders about how to comply with applicable FDA law. However, H.R. 5587 was only recently introduced in the House of Representatives, and is in its infancy, requiring further approvals, including approval of the House of Representatives, the Senate and the President of the United States before being enacted into law, if at all.

 

Furthermore, with respect to Company’s developing CBG product line, the FDA has provided no guidance as to how cannabinoids other than CBD (sch as CBG) shall be regulated under the FD&C Act, and it is unclear at this time how such potential regulation could affect the results of the operations or prospects of the Company or this product line.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Food and Drug Administration

 

See our Risk Factors for more information about these items, as well as certain related disclosures included our Results of Operations under the heading “Going Concern”.

 

The Company’s activities are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including failing to secure additional funding, success in developing and marketing its products and the level of competition and potential regulatory enforcement actions. These risks and others are described in greater detail in the Risk Factors set forth in this periodic report and our annual reports that we have filed and will also file in the future.

 

OTHER BUSINESS ITEMS

 

2019 Increase in Authorized Shares

 

On July 26, 2019, the Company held a meeting of its board of directors. The matters voted on and approved at the meeting included an amendment to the Company’s Articles of Incorporation to increase the number of authorized shares of the Company’s common stock, $0.00001 par value per share from 100,000,000 to 400,000,000 shares (the “Authorized Shares Increase”). The increase in the authorized shares was approved by the shareholders of record at a special meeting of shareholders on September 10, 2019, and the Company promptly filed its Amended Articles of Incorporation with the division of corporations of the State of Florida to effectuate the increase in authorized shares, which was formally accepted by the Florida Division of Corporations on September 12, 2019.

 

Certified by Wal-Mart, Inc. to become a Domestic Supplier

 

On December 23, 2019, the Company announced that is has been certified by Wal-Mart, Inc. (“Walmart”) to become a Domestic Supplier. This certification from Walmart was obtained by the Company on December 19, 2019. On May 26, 2020, we also announced that our Walmart Marketplace Seller Application had been officially approved. In joining Walmart Marketplace, the Company has the opportunity to expand the presence of its products and product lines, with access to over a hundred million monthly customers. The Company is also approved to both list products on Walmart.com and sell directly to Walmart buyers.

 

Approval to Operate Global Seller Account by Alibaba Group

 

On January 6, 2020, the Company announced that is has been approved by Chinese multinational conglomerate, Alibaba Group (“Alibaba”), to operate a Global Seller Account. In addition, the Company has been designated as a Gold Supplier (Gold Tier Level Supplier). This Alibaba approval opens up the global marketplace to the Company, its products, its product lines, as well as future business opportunities. The Company is working diligently towards establishing a partnership with a China based fulfillment and distribution network.

 

Certified as Affiliate Vendor by The National Association of College Stores

 

On January 7, 2020, the Company announced that is has been certified by the National Association of College Stores (“NACS”) as an affiliate vendor. As a vendor of NACS, the Company has joined the most comprehensive group of campus retailers working to provide the best services and selections to college students across the United States.

 

Investment Agreement and Registration Rights Agreement

 

On January 21, 2020, the Company entered into a $5,000,000 equity line financing agreement (“Investment Agreement”) with Tangiers Global, LLC (“Tangiers”), as well as a registration right agreement related thereto (“Registration Rights Agreement”). The term of the financing is over a period of 36 months. Pursuant to the Registration Rights Agreement, a maximum of 76,000,000 shares of our Common Stock may be sold to Tangiers from time to time , which have been registered on our Form S-1 Registration Statement, which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 16, 2020.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

Investment Agreement and Registration Rights Agreement (Continued)

 

Subject to the terms and conditions of the equity line documents, from time to time, the Company may, in its sole discretion, deliver a Put Notice to Tangiers which states the number of shares that the Company intends to sell to Tangiers on a closing date. The maximum amount of shares of Common Stock that the Company shall be entitled to put to Tangiers per any applicable Put Notice shall be an amount of shares up to or equal to two hundred percent (200%) of the average of the daily trading volume (U.S. market only) of the Common Stock for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date (the “Put Amount”) so long as such amount is at least Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) and does not exceed Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($350,000), as calculated by multiplying the Put Amount by the average daily VWAP for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date. The “Purchase Price” of the shares of our Common Stock that we may sell to Tangiers will be 88% of the lowest VWAP of the Common Stock during the five (5) consecutive Trading Days including and immediately following the applicable to the Put Notice, provided, however, an additional 10% will be added to the discount of each Put if (i) the Company is not DWAC eligible and (ii) an additional 15% will be added to the discount of each Put if the Company is under DTC “chill” status on the applicable Put Notice Date.

 

The closing of a purchase by Tangiers of the shares specified by us in the Put Notice will occur on the date which is no earlier than five and no later than seven trading days following the date Tangiers receives the Put Notice. On a closing date we will sell to Tangiers the shares of our common stock specified in the Put Notice, and Tangiers will pay us an amount equal to the Purchase Price multiplied by the number of shares specified in the Put Notice. As of March 31, 2020, the Company has exercised no put options under this agreement; however, subsequent to the end of our fiscal year, we have issued 5,750,000 shares of Common Stock in exchange for an aggregate of $154,418 as of the date of filing of this annual report.

 

HISTORICAL BUSINESS ITEMS

 

Cupuaçu Butter Lip Balm

 

On December 23, 2016, the Company entered into a non-exclusive, 12-month license agreement (the “License Agreement”) with Cleveland, Ohio based cosmetics products company Ice + Jam LLC (“Ice + Jam”) to market Ice + Jam’s proprietary cupuaçu butter lip balm, sold under the trademark HerMan® which launched during the quarter ended December 31, 2017. During February of 2018, the Company’s strategy with respect to the HerMan® product was negatively impacted by a series of product defects relating to the twisting mechanism of the lip balm tube. As a result of this and the concomitant halting of selling efforts, the Company had no sales of the HerMan® product during the year ended March 31, 2019. The Company has removed the product from the website and the remaining inventory was written-off as it was determined that the units were not usable. The Company has discontinued this operation as of March 31, 2019.

 

Honeywood

 

Following the termination of a proposed 2014 merger between the Company and California-based Honeywood LLC (“Honeywood”), a developer of a topical medicinal cannabis product, on August 1, 2017, the Company entered into a Debt Conversion Agreement, whereby the Company agreed to convert an $170,000 note receivable due from Honeywood, including accrued interest into a 5% membership interest in Honeywood. At the time of the Honeywood Conversion Agreement, the receivable balance under the Note of $199,119 had been fully written off by the Company in a prior period. As a result of the Honeywood Conversion Agreement, the Company deemed the investment to have no current value.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

HISTORICAL BUSINESS ITEMS

 

Pilus Energy

 

On January 28, 2014, the Company acquired Pilus Energy, LLC (“Pilus”), an Ohio limited liability company and a developer of alternative cleantech energy platforms using proprietary microbial solutions that create electricity while consuming polluting molecules from wastewater. On December 22, 2016, the Company entered in a membership interest transfer agreement with Open Therapeutics whereby the Company sold 80% of its membership interest in Pilus back to Open Therapeutics for consideration of the termination of 80% of the unexercised portion of the warrants to purchase the Company’s common stock. Open Therapeutics agreed to pay to the Company 20% of the net profit generated Pilus Energy from its previous year’s earnings, if any. On January 12, 2019, the Company and Open Therapeutics agreed to extinguish a contingent liability in exchange for a one-time issuance of 500,000 restricted shares of Company’s common stock.

 

Blink Charging Company

 

On March 29, 2018 the Company’s then named subsidiary - Tauriga Biz Dev Corp. - entered into an independent sales representative agreement with Blink Charging Company (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“BLINK”). Under this agreement we became a non-exclusive independent sales representative to solicit orders from potential customers for EV (“Electric Vehicle”) Stations placement. This sales agreement is a three-tier compensation model based on whether we contract the new customer to purchase equipment outright from BLINK or enter into one of two revenue-sharing agreements. If our subsidiary effectuates a sale of BLINK equipment it will receive a one-time sales commission based on the sales price of the equipment sale. In the case where our subsidiary secures a revenue sharing agreement with a customer where BLINK remains the owner, then our subsidiary will be paid an on-going commission based off of gross charger revenue, subject to which party paid for the installation. Commission payments under the revenue sharing agreement are subject to minimum revenue generation hurdles.

 

On June 29, 2018, the Company purchased four BLINK Level – 2 - 40” pedestal chargers for permanent placement in a retail location or locations whereby the Company will pay a variable annual fee based on 7% of total revenue per charging unit. The rest of the proceeds will be split 80/20 between the Company and the host location owner or its assignee. The host location owner will pay for the cost of providing power to these unit as well as installation costs. As of March 31, 2020, we have not installed any of these machines in any locations, and no revenue has been generated through the Blink contract. Management has not made any decision regarding placement of these units at this time. The Company has not decided to abandon this business line, and therefore, we have not reclassified these assets as held for sale.

 

Going Concern

 

During the fourth quarter of the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company began sales and marketing efforts for its Mint flavored Tauri-GumTM product. During the three months ended March 31, 2019, the Company recognized sales of $57,134 and a gross profit of $20,006, which has continued during the year ended March 31, 2020 where the Company recognized revenue of $234,389 and a gross profit of $37,212. During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company has entered into multiple distribution agreements, is approved and provisioned to sell to many large retailers and ecommerce platforms. The Company has engaged an independent contractor to act as Vice President of Distribution and Marketing. At March 31, 2020, the Company had a working capital deficit of $334,832, resultant largely from convertible notes payable and a liability to issue common stock. Although the Company expects that the deficit will be remedied by repayment in cash or the conversion of notes into common stock shares as well as the issuance of shares for which the Company is obligated, it still believes that there is uncertainty with respect to continuing as a going concern.

 

On July 1, 2019, months after the NYC Department of Heath announced a ban  on cannabidiol in foods and beverages (mainly focused on restaurants and baked goods), the updated New York City Health Code now includes an embargoing of CBD-infused Edible(s) Products (including packaged products). The Company is hopeful that the FDA as well as the New York City Council will implement regulations surrounding the CBD industry in a logical and prompt manner. The FDA’s uncertainty surrounding CBD was the initial cause of the New York City ban, and we believe further clarification from the FDA supporting its safety and regulating its labeling will also offer a clearer pathway to the New York City CBD market. The Company believes it is well positioned under the circumstances and has taken a conservative approach towards its products, including, for example, ensuring that its product manufacturer periodically tests for compliance with the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, such as utilizing CBD oils from hemp plants which contain 0% THC content.

 

F-14

 

 

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

 

(Continued)

 

The Company remains confident that this embargo on CBD Edible(s) products will be lifted and/or clarified in the future. In the interim, as a result of this embargo, the Company has taken the necessary steps to ensure that their marketing efforts are focused on areas outside of New York City, while maintaining its physical presence in New York City.

 

The Company, in the short term, intends to continue funding its operations either through cash-on-hand or through financing alternatives. Management’s plans with respect to this include raising capital through equity markets as well as through its equity line with Tangiers to fund future operations as well as the possible sale of its remaining marketable securities which had a market value of $101,200 at March 31, 2020. In the event the Company cannot raise additional capital to fund and/or expand operations or fails to raise adequate capital and generate adequate sales revenue, or if the regulatory landscape were to become more difficult or result in regulatory enforcement, it could result in the Company having to curtail or cease operations.

 

Additionally, even if the Company does raise sufficient capital to support its operating expenses and generate adequate revenues in the short term, there can be no assurances that the revenues will be sufficient to enable it to develop business to a level where it will generate profits and cash flows from operations to achieve profitability thereby eliminating its reliance on alternative sources of funding. Although management believes that the Company is in a stronger position than it has been in in several years, there is still no guarantee that profitable operations with sufficient cashflow to sustain operations can or will be achieved without the need of alternative financing, which is limited. These matters still raise significant doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern as determined by management. The Company believes that there is uncertainty with respect to continuing as a going concern until the operating business can achieve sufficient sales to maintain profitable operations and sustain cash flow to operate the Company for a period of twelve months. In the event the Company does need to raise additional capital to fund operations or engage in a transaction, failure to raise adequate capital and generate adequate sales revenues could result in the Company having to curtail or cease operations. Even if the Company does raise sufficient capital to support its operating expenses, acquire new license agreements or ownership interests in life science companies and generate adequate revenues, or the agreements entered into recently are successful, there can be no assurances that the revenues will be sufficient to enable it to develop business to a level where it will generate profits and cash flows from operations. These matters raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern as determined by management. However, the accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recovery of the recorded assets or the classification of the liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.

 

In an effort to support the Company’s future capital needs, on January 21, 2020, the Company entered into a $5,000,000 equity line financing agreement with Tangiers, as well as a registration right agreement related thereto. The financing is over a maximum of 36 months. Pursuant to the Registration Rights Agreement, a maximum of 76,000,000 shares of our common stock, par value $.00001 per share that we may sell to Tangiers from time to time will be registered by us on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, for this financing. As a result of the Company’s Collaboration Agreement with Aegea, whereby seventy percent (70%) of the Net Proceeds from the sale of the initial 10,000,000 shares of stock of Tauriga using the ELOC will be transferred to and invested in Aegea for the purchase of common stock of Aegea, and twenty percent (20%) of all subsequent Net Proceeds, this arrangement will provide less capital to ongoing operations. (See earlier in this Note for a more complete description under Investment Agreement and Registration Rights Agreement).

 

In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic related to the virus known as COVID-19. The expected impact on domestic and global commerce have been and are anticipated to continue to be far reaching. To date there have been significant stock market declines and the movement of people and goods worldwide has become severely restricted. Management is actively monitoring the situation and is taking appropriate steps as needed to ensure minimal disruption to the Company’s operations. There is a risk the COVID-19 pandemic will disrupt the Company’s operations and the movement of goods and services, as well as its investments in personnel, expansion, marketing and sales generally.

 

F-15

 

 

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Consolidated Financial Statements

 

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts and activities of Tauriga Sciences, Inc., its wholly-owned Canadian subsidiary, its wholly-owned subsidiary Tauriga Pharma Corp. (f/k/a Tauriga Biz Dev Corp – or “Tauriga BDC” and referenced herein as Tauriga BDC for contextual purposes only in describing the Blink contractual arrangement) and Tauriga Sciences Limited. All intercompany transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. As of March 31, 2020, there is no activity in any of the Company’s subsidiaries other than Tauriga Pharma Corp. holding the electric car chargers and the leasehold interest in Tauriga Sciences Limited.

 

Segment Information

The Company is planning to adopt provisions of ASC 280-10 Segment Reporting, subsequent to this report date. This standard requires that companies disclose operating segments based on the manner in which management disaggregates the Company in making internal operating decisions. The Company and its Chief Operating Decision Makers determined that the Company’s operations effective with the April 3, 2020, Collaboration Agreement with Aegea now consist of two segments, its CBD/CBD edibles business and SARS-Col 2 Test business. If the Company decides to pursue the Blink charging sales business line, this will be reported as a third segment.

 

Revenue Recognition

 

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). This standard provides a single set of guidelines for revenue recognition to be used across all industries and requires additional disclosures. The updated guidance introduces a five-step model to achieve its core principal of the entity recognizing revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The Company adopted the updated guidance effective October 1, 2017 as the Company commenced sales of HerMan® using the full retrospective method. The new standard did not have a material impact on its financial position and results of operations, as it did not change the manner or timing of recognizing revenue.

 

Under ASC 606, in order to recognize revenue, the Company is required to identify an approved contract with commitments to preform respective obligations, identify rights of each party in the transaction regarding goods to be transferred, identify the payment terms for the goods transferred, verify that the contract has commercial substance and verify that collection of substantially all consideration is probable. The adoption of ASC 606 did not have an impact on the Company’s operations or cash flows.

 

On March 29, 2018 the Company, through Tauriga BDC, entered into an independent sales representative agreement with Blink to be a non-exclusive independent sales representative. Under the agreement with Blink, the Company may solicit orders from potential customers for EV charging station placement. Tauriga BDC will be compensated upon contracting for so long as the Company’s acquired prospect remains under contract. This sales agreement is a three-tier model based on whether Tauriga BDC contracts the new customer to purchase equipment outright from Blink or enter into one of two revenue-sharing agreements. In the case Tauriga BDC effectuates a sale of Blink equipment it will receive a one-time sales commission based on the sales price of the equipment sale. In the case where Tauriga BDC secures a revenue sharing agreement with a customer where Blink remains the owner, Tauriga BDC will be paid an on-going commission based off of gross charger revenue, subject to which party paid for the installation. Commission payments under the revenue sharing agreement are subject to minimum revenue generation hurdles.

 

On June 29, 2018, the Company purchased four Blink Level 2 - 40” pedestal chargers for permanent placement in a retail location or locations whereby the Company will pay a variable annual fee based on 7% of total revenue per charging unit. The remainder of the proceeds will be split 80/20 between the Company and the host location owner or its assignee. The host location owner will pay for the cost of providing power to these unit as well as installation costs.

 

As of March 31, 2020, the Tauriga BDC has not installed any of these machines in any locations, and no revenue has been generated through the Blink contract.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Revenue Recognition (Continued)

 

The Company recognizes revenue upon the satisfaction of the performance obligation. The Company considers the performance obligation met upon shipment of the product or delivery of the product. For ecommerce orders, the Company’s products are shipped by a fulfillment company and payment is made in advance of shipment either through credit card or PayPal. The Company also delivers the product to its customers that they market to in the metropolitan New York Tri-State area that are not covered under any existing distribution agreements. The Company generally collects payment within 30 to 60 days of completion of its performance obligation, and the Company has no agency relationships. The Company recognized revenue from operations in the amount of $234,389 during the year ended March 31, 2020 compared to no revenue for the same period in the prior year. All revenue is from the sale of the Company’s Tauri-GumTM product line and there were accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts in the amount of $42,580 outstanding for these sales, as of March 31, 2020.

 

The Company recognized no revenue from discontinued operations during the year ended March 31, 2020 which was related to the sales of the HERMAN® lip balm product.

 

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

 

The Company maintains an allowance for doubtful accounts, which includes sales returns, sales allowances and bad debts. The allowance adjusts the carrying value of trade receivables for the estimate of accounts that will ultimately not be collected. An allowance for doubtful accounts is generally established as trade receivables age beyond their due dates, whether as bad debts or as sales returns and allowances. As past due balances age, higher valuation allowances are established, thereby lowering the net carrying value of receivables. The amount of valuation allowance established for each past-due period reflects the Company’s historical collections experience, including that related to sales returns and allowances, as well as current economic conditions and trends. The Company also qualitatively establishes valuation allowances for specific problem accounts and bankruptcies, and other accounts that the Company deems relevant for specifically identified allowances. The amounts ultimately collected on past-due trade receivables are subject to numerous factors including general economic conditions, the financial condition of individual customers and the terms of reorganization for accounts exiting bankruptcy. Changes in these conditions impact the Company’s collection experience and may result in the recognition of higher or lower valuation allowances. At March 31, 2020, the Company has established an allowance for doubtful accounts in the amount of $64,146.

 

Sales Refunds

 

The Company’s refund policy allows customers to return product for any reason except where the customer does not like the taste of the product. The customer has 30 days from the date of purchase to initiate the process. Returns are limited to one return or exchange per customer. Only purchases up to $100 qualify for a refund. Approved return/refund requests are typically processed within 1-2 business days. For product purchases made through a Tauri-GumTM distributor or retailer, the customer is required to work with original purchase location for any return or exchange. The Company has not established a reserve for returns as of March 31, 2020 however will monitor the refunds to estimate whether a reserve will be required.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

 

F-17

 

 

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Cash Equivalents

 

For purposes of reporting cash flows, cash equivalents include investment instruments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less. At March 31, 2020, the Company’s cash on deposit with financial institutions did not exceed the total FDIC insurance limit of $250,000. At March 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company had a cash balance of $5,348 and $385,943, respectively. The Company’s does not expect, in the near term, for its cash balance to exceed the total FDIC insurance limit of $250,000 for other than very short periods of time where the Company would use such cash in excess of insurance in the very short-term in operating activities. To reduce its risk associated with the failure of such financial institution, the Company holds its cash deposits in more than one financial institution and evaluates at least annually the rating of the financial institution in which it holds its deposits. The Company had no cash equivalents as of March 31, 2020 and 2019.

 

Investment in Trading Securities

 

Investment in trading securities consist of investments in shares of common stock of companies traded on public markets as well as publicly traded warrants of these companies should there be a market for them. These securities are carried on the Company’s balance sheet at fair value based on the closing price of the shares owned on the last trading day before the balance sheet date of this report. Fluctuations in the underlying bid price of the stocks result in unrealized gains or losses. The Company recognizes these fluctuations in value as other income or loss.

 

For investments sold, the Company recognizes the gains and losses attributable to these investments as realized gains or losses in other income or loss.

 

Investment – Cost Method

 

Investment in other companies that are not currently trading, are valued based on the cost method as the Company holds less than 20% ownership in these companies and has no influence over operational and financial decisions of the companies. The Company will evaluate, at least annually, whether impairment of these investments is necessary under ASC 320. As of March 31, 2020, the Company has not impaired any of their cost method investments.

 

Inventory

 

Inventory consists of finished goods in salable condition stated at the lower of cost or market determined by the first-in, first-out method. The inventory consists of packaged and labeled salable inventory. Shipping of product to finished good inventory fulfillment center is also included in the total inventory cost. Shipping of product upon sale for e-commerce sales is paid by the customer upon ordering for orders of single packs of Tauri-GumTM. For multiple pack or wholesale product orders shipping cost is paid by the Company. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s inventory on hand had a value of $128,711. The Company also has paid deposits in the amount of $96,688 to the manufacturer, Per Os Bio, towards orders not received as of March 31, 2020. Amounts paid to Per Os Bio for Tauri-GumTM are classified as deposits (other current asset) on the Company’s consolidated balance sheet until the goods are available for sale. The Company has not established any inventory reserve on the Tauri-GumTM as of March 31, 2020.

 

Property and Equipment

 

Property and equipment are stated at cost and is depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. Routine maintenance, repairs and replacement costs are expensed as incurred and improvements that extend the useful life of the assets are capitalized. When property and equipment is sold or otherwise disposed of, the cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is recognized in operations.

 

Intangible Assets

 

Intangible assets consisted of licensing fees and a patent prior to being impaired which were stated at cost. Licenses were amortized over the life of the agreement and patents were amortized over the remaining life of the patent at the date of acquisition.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Net Loss Per Common Share

 

The Company computes per share amounts in accordance with FASB ASC Topic 260 “Earnings per Share” (“EPS”), which requires presentation of basic and diluted EPS. Basic EPS is computed by dividing the income (loss) available to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted EPS is based on the weighted-average number of shares of common stock and common stock equivalents outstanding during the periods; however, potential common shares are excluded for period in which the Company incurs losses, as their effect is anti-dilutive. For the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, basic and fully diluted earnings per share were the same as the Company had losses in this period.

 

Stock-Based Compensation

 

The Company accounts for Stock-Based Compensation under ASC 718 “Compensation-Stock Compensation,” which addresses the accounting for transactions in which an entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services, with a primary focus on transactions in which an entity obtains employee services in share-based payment transactions. ASC 718-10 requires measurement of cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant-date fair value of the award (with limited exceptions). Incremental compensation costs arising from subsequent modifications of awards after the grant date must be recognized.

 

The Company accounts for stock-based compensation awards to non-employees in accordance with ASC 505-50, “Equity-Based Payments to Non-Employees.” Under ASC 505-50, the Company determines the fair value of the warrants or stock-based compensation awards granted on the grant date as either the fair value of the consideration received, or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. Any stock options or warrants issued to non-employees are recorded in expense and an offset to additional paid-in capital in stockholders’ equity over the applicable service periods using variable accounting through the vesting dates based on the fair value of the options or warrants at the end of each period.

 

The Company issues stock to consultants for various services. The costs for these transactions are measured at the fair value on the grant date of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. The Company recognized consulting expense and a corresponding increase to additional paid-in-capital related to stock issued for services over the term of the related services.

 

Reclassifications

 

Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. The reclassifications had no effect on the net loss or cash flows of the Company.

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

Long-lived assets, primarily fixed assets, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the assets might not be recoverable. The Company will perform a periodic assessment of assets for impairment in the absence of such information or indicators. Conditions that would necessitate an impairment assessment include a significant decline in the observable market value of an asset, a significant change in the extent or manner in which an asset is used, or a significant adverse change that would indicate that the carrying amount of an asset or group of assets is not recoverable. For long-lived assets to be held and used, the Company would recognize an impairment loss only if it’s carrying amount is not recoverable through its undiscounted cash flows and measures the impairment loss based on the difference between the carrying amount and estimated fair value.

 

Research and Development

 

The Company expenses research and development costs as incurred. Research and development costs were $6,923 and $13,924 for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively. The Company is continually evaluating products and technologies in the natural wellness space, including its Tauri-GumTM product including new flavor formulations and other CBD delivery products, as well as development of a Cannabigerol (“CBG”) Isolate Infused version of its Tauri-Gum™ brand in addition to any intellectual property or other related technologies. As the Company investigates and develops relationships in these areas, resultant expenses for trademark filings, license agreements, website and product development and design materials will be expensed as research and development. Some costs will be accumulated for subsidiaries prior to formation of any new entities.

 

F-19

 

 

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Fair Value Measurements

 

ASC 820 “Fair Value Measurements” defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosure about fair value measurements.

 

The following provides an analysis of financial instruments that are measured subsequent to initial recognition at fair value, grouped into Levels 1 to 3 based on the degree to which fair value is observable:

 

Level 1- fair value measurements are those derived from quoted prices (unadjusted in active markets for identical assets or liabilities);

 

Level 2- fair value measurements are those derived from inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices); and

 

Level 3- fair value measurements are those derived from valuation techniques that include inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

 

Financial instruments classified as Level 1 – quoted prices in active markets include cash.

 

These consolidated financial instruments are measured using management’s best estimate of fair value, where the inputs into the determination of fair value require significant management judgment to estimation. Valuations based on unobservable inputs are highly subjective and require significant judgments. Changes in such judgments could have a material impact on fair value estimates. In addition, since estimates are as of a specific point in time, they are susceptible to material near-term changes. Changes in economic conditions may also dramatically affect the estimated fair values.

 

Fair value estimates discussed herein are based upon certain market assumptions and pertinent information available to management for the respective periods. The respective carrying value of certain financial instruments approximated their fair values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. These financial instruments include cash, investments, short-term notes payable, accounts payable and accrued expenses.

 

Share settled debt

 

The general measurement guidance in ASC 480 requires obligations that can be settled in shares with a fixed monetary value at settlement to be carried at fair value unless other accounting guidance specifies another measurement attribute. The Company has determined that ASC 835-30 is the appropriate accounting guidance for the share-settled debt, which is what was done by setting up the debt discount which is to be amortized to interest expense over the term of the instrument. Amortization of discounts are to be amortized using the effective interest method over the term of the note.

 

ASC 480-10-25-14 requires liability accounting for (1) any financial instrument that embodies and unconditional obligation to transfer a variable number of shares or (2) a financial instrument other than an outstanding share that embodies a conditional obligation to transfer a variable number of shares, provided that the monetary value of the obligation is based solely or predominantly on any of the following: 1. A fixed monetary amount known at inception (e.g. stock settled debt); 2. Variations in something other than the fair value of the issuer’s equity shares (e.g. a preferred share that will be settled in a variable number of common shares with tits monetary value tied to a commodity price); and 3. Variations in the fair value of the issuer’s equity shares, but the monetary value to the counterparty moves inversely to the value of the issuer’s shares (e.g. net share settled written put options, net share settled forward purchase contracts).

 

Notwithstanding the fact that the above instruments can be settled in shares, FASB concluded that equity classification is not appropriate because instruments with those characteristics do not expose the counterparty to risks and rewards similar to those of an owner and, therefore do not create a shareholder relationship. The issuer is instead using its shares as the currency to settle its obligation.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Share settled debt (Continued)

 

The Company has multiple notes that contain discount provisions whereby the holder can exercise conversion rights at a discount to the market price for a 15 or 20 day trailing period based on the market volume average weighted price. ASC 470-20 defines this as a beneficial conversion feature which that shall be recognized separately at issuance by allocating a portion of the proceeds equal to the intrinsic value, not to exceed the face value of the note, to additional paid in capital. This segmented value, is to be amortized using the effective interest method over the term of the note.

 

Income Taxes

 

Income taxes are accounted for under the liability method of accounting for income taxes. Under the liability method, future tax liabilities and assets are recognized for the estimated future tax consequences attributable to differences between the amounts reported in the financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases.

 

Future tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted or substantially enacted income tax rates expected to apply when the asset is realized, or the liability settled. The effect of a change in income tax rates on future income tax liabilities and assets is recognized in income in the period that the change occurs. Future income tax assets are recognized to the extent that they are considered more likely than not to be realized.

 

ASC 740 “Income Taxes” clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprise’s financial statements. This standard requires a company to determine whether it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination based upon the technical merits of the position. If the more-likely-than-not threshold is met, a company must measure the tax position to determine the amount to recognize in the financial statements.

 

As a result of the implementation of this standard, the Company performed a review of its material tax positions in accordance with recognition and measurement standards established by ASC 740 and concluded that the tax position of the Company does not meet the more-likely-than-not threshold as of March 31, 2020.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

In June 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-07, “Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Nonemployee Share-Based Payment Accounting” which addresses accounting for issuance of all share-based payments on the same accounting model. Previously, accounting for share-based payments to employees was covered by ASC Topic 718 while accounting for such payments to non-employees was covered by ASC Subtopic 505-50. As it considered recently issued updates to ASC 718, the FASB, as part of its simplification initiatives, decided to replace ASC Subtopic 505-50 with Topic 718 as the guidance for non-employee share based awards. Under this new guidance, both sets of awards, for employees and non-employees, will essentially follow the same model, with small variations related to determining the term assumption when valuing a non-employee award as well as a different expense attribution model for non-employee awards as opposed to employee awards. The ASU is effective for public business entities beginning in 2019 calendar years and one year later for non-public business entities. The Company has determined that there is not a material impact on their consolidated financial position and results of operations as a result of this standard.

 

In February 2016, FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases (Topic 842).” The new standard requires lessees to apply a dual approach, classifying leases as either finance or operating leases based on the principle of whether or not the lease is effectively a financed purchase by the lessee. This classification will determine whether lease expense is recognized based on an effective interest method or on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. A lessee is also required to record a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for all leases with a term of greater than 12 months regardless of their classification. Leases with a term of 12 months or less will be accounted for similar to existing guidance for operating leases.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements (Continued)

 

The new guidance is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within that reporting period and is applied retrospectively. Early adoption is permitted. The Company has adopted this standard as of April 1, 2019 (See Note 7).

 

There are several other new accounting pronouncements issued or proposed by the FASB. Each of these pronouncements, as applicable, has been or will be adopted by the Company. Management does not believe any of these accounting pronouncements has had or will have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position or operating results.

 

Subsequent Events

 

In accordance with ASC 855 “Subsequent Events” the Company evaluated subsequent events after the balance sheet date through the date of issuance.

 

NOTE 3: REVENUE

 

The Company accounts for revenue in accordance with ASC Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which the Company adopted simultaneous with the commencement of sales in March 2019. No cumulative adjustment to accumulated deficit was done, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial statements, as no material arrangements prior to the adoption were impacted by the new pronouncement.

 

The following table disaggregates the Company’s revenue by major source for the years ended March 31:

 

   2020   2019 
Revenue:          
Distributor  $62,441   $1,000 
E-Commerce   34,439    794 
Wholesale   137,509    2,340 
   $234,389   $57,134 

 

Revenues in the year ended March 31, 2020 from largely from the wholesale channel. As of March 31, 2020, the Company established an allowance for doubtful account collectability in the amount of $64,146 that was wholly attributable to the Wholesale channel. There were no significant contract asset or contract liability balances for all periods presented. The Company does not disclose the value of unsatisfied performance obligations for (i) contracts with an original expected length of one year or less and (ii) contracts for which we recognize revenue at the amount to which we have the right to invoice for services performed.

 

Collections of the amounts billed are typically paid by the customers within 30 to 60 days.

 

NOTE 4– INVENTORY

 

Inventory from continuing operations

 

Inventory value by product as of:

 

   March 31, 2020   March 31, 2019 
Tauri-GumTM  $120,481   $10,872 
Tauri-GummiesTM   4,029    - 
Collagen/Omega-3 Gummies (1)   2,425    - 
Other (2)   1,776    - 
Total Inventory  $128,710   $10,872 

 

(1)This segment of inventory is stock that was purchased in conjunction with Resale Agreement with OG Laboratories, LLC
(2)Other inventory consists of holiday pouches sold as a bundled of Tauri-GumTM

 

As of March 31, 2020, the Company did not have an CBG Tauri-GumTM in stock.

 

At March 31, 2020, deposits to Per Os Bio in the amount of $96,688 for the manufacturing costs of Tauri-GumTM have been classified as a deposit (prepaid expenses other current assets) on the Company’s consolidated balance sheet, as the goods are not yet available for sale.

 

At March 31, 2019, the Company had deposits to Per Os Bio in the amount of $105,000 for the manufacturing costs of Tauri-GumTM for goods not yet available for sale.

 

NOTE 5– DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

 

On March 31, 2019, the Company decided to discontinue operations relative to its HERMAN© Lip balm product line. After much effort the Company was unable to resolve manufacturing issues as it related to it its lip balm tube mechanism. The Company did not believe that these issues will be resolvable without a substantial investment of time and money. Therefore, the Company exchanged its 50% ownership in Ice+Jam, LLC for the balance of the non-controlling interest as of March 31, 2019. On April 1, 2019, the Company recognized a gain on the disposal of discontinued operations in the amount of $4,941.

 

The Company had no revenue or expenses from discontinued operations during the year ended March 31, 2020.

 

TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARY

BALANCE SHEETS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

 

   March 31, 2020   March 31, 2019 
         
Assets from discontinued operations  $-   $581 
           
Liabilities from discontinued operations  $-   $5,522 

 

NOTE 6– PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

 

The Company’s property and equipment is as follows:

 

   March 31, 2020   March 31, 2019   Estimated Life
Computers, office furniture and other equipment  $69,638   $69,808   3-5 years
              
Less: accumulated depreciation   (56,160)   (56,798)   
              
Net  $13,478    13,010    

 

On June 29, 2018, the Company purchased four Blink Level 2 – 40” pedestal chargers for permanent placement in one or more retail locations whereby the Company will share revenue from these electric car vehicle charging units with such location owner. No depreciation expense has been recorded for the charging units as of March 31, 2020 due to the fact that they have not been placed in service.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 6– PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED)

 

Depreciation expense for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019 was $913 and $964. During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company disposed of computer equipment valued at $2,782 recognizing a loss on disposal of $1,230.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019 the Company disposed of computer equipment valued at $1,632 recognizing a loss on disposal of $907.

 

NOTE 7 – OPERATING LEASE

 

The Company has adopted ASU No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), as of April 1, 2019 and will account for the new lease in terms of the right of use assets and offsetting lease liability obligations for this new lease under this pronouncement. In accordance with ASC 842 - Leases, effective April 1, 2019, the Company recorded a net lease right of use asset and a lease liability at present value of approximately $7,492 and $7,895, respectively. The Company recorded these amounts at present value, in accordance with the standard, using a discount rate of 8% which is representative of the last borrowing rates for notes issued to non-related parties. The right of use asset is composed of the sum of all lease payments, at present value, and is amortized straight line over the life of the expected lease term. For the expected term of the lease the Company used the initial term of the two-year lease. Upon the election by the Company to extend the lease for additional years, that election will be treated as a lease modification and the lease will be reviewed for remeasurement. This lease will be treated as an operating lease under the new standard.

 

The Company has chosen to implement this standard using the modified retrospective model approach with a cumulative-effect adjustment, which does not require the Company to adjust the comparative periods presented when transitioning to the new guidance on April 1, 2019. The Company has also elected to utilize the transition related practical expedients permitted by the new standard. The modified retrospective approach provides a method for recording existing leases at adoption and in comparative periods that approximates the results of a modified retrospective approach. Adoption of the new standard resulted in the recording of additional net lease assets and lease liabilities of approximately $7,492 and $7,895 as of April 1, 2019, respectively. The difference between the additional lease assets and lease liabilities, net of the deferred tax impact, will be recorded as an adjustment to retained earnings. The standard is not expected to materially impact our consolidated net earnings and had no impact on cash flows.

 

Corporate office – New York

 

On December 1, 2017, the Company relocated its corporate headquarters from Danbury, Connecticut to New York, New York. The Company has entered into a two-year lease at $1,010 per month for the term of the lease. The lease right of use asset for this lease at adoption was $7,492 and will be amortized on a straight-line basis over the remaining term of the lease. For the year ended March 31, 2020 the Company recorded a lease expense of $9,543. On September 1, 2019, the Company entered into a two-year lease extension with the modified lease expiring November 30, 2021. The lease modification required the Company to remeasure the lease asset and lease liability based on the original lease. The Company recorded a net lease right of use asset and a lease liability at present value of approximately $26,093 for each. The Company recorded these amounts at present value, in accordance with the standard, using a discount rate of 8.98% which was representative of the weighted average borrowing rates for all notes issued to non-related parties based on the respective principal balances at the time of the lease extension. As of March 31, 2020, the value of this unamortized lease right of use asset is $19,305. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s lease liability associated with this lease was $19,943.

 

Barcelona office

 

On June 11, 2019, the Company entered into a two-year lease, expiring on June 30, 2021. The office is located at Regus World Trade Centre Muelle de Barcelona, edif. Sur, 2a Planta Barcelona Cataluña 08039 Spain. Monthly rent payments will be approximately $201 per month (based on the contractual rate of €178 multiplied by the exchange rate of 1.13 on the day the lease agreement was entered into). In accordance with ASC 842 - Leases, effective June 11, 2019, the Company will record additional net lease right of use asset and a lease liability at present value of approximately $4,574, respectively as a result of this lease. The lease will be initially recorded using an exchange rate of 1.13. Any fluctuations in the currency rate will be recorded as gain or loss on currency translation.

 

As of March 31, 2020, the value of this unamortized lease right of use asset is $2,785. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s lease liability was $2,881.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 7 – OPERATING LEASE (CONTINUED)

 

The lease right of use asset, at inception, of $27,050 is amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. The present value of the New York corporate office lease had an initial present value of $22,476 at December 1, 2017. The Barcelona office lease value had an initial present value of $4,574. The present value of the modified New York Corporate office lease, at September 1, 2019 was $26,092. For the year ended March 31, 2020 the Company recorded a lease expense of $13,233. As of March 31, 2020, the value of the unamortized lease right of use asset is $22,090. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s lease liability was $22,824.

 

Maturity of Operating Lease Liability for fiscal year ended March 31,
2021  $13,891 
2022  $8,933 
      
Total lease payments  $22,824 

 

The following chart shows the Company’s operating lease cost for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019:

 

   For the year ended
March 31,
 
   2020   2019 
Amortization of right of lease asset  $13,233   $- 
Lease interest cost   1,666    - 
Total Lease cost  $14,898   $- 

 

The following chart shows the Company’s operating lease liability at March 31, 2020.

 

Discounted Operating Lease liability at inception - December 1, 2017  $27,050 
Lease modification - September 1, 2019   26,093 
Lease modification adjustment- September 1, 2019   (200)
Financing cost   1,666 
Less of lease payments made   (31,354)
Cumulative effect of adoption of ASC 842   (430)
Operating lease liability at March 31, 2020   22,824 
Less Lease Liability current portion   (13,891)
Lease Liability - net current portion at March 31, 2020  $8,933 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE

 

Notes payable and convertible notes consisted of the following as of:

 

       March 31, 2020   March 31, 2019 
             
Alternative Strategy Partners PTE Ltd.   (a)    -    90,000 
GS Capital Partners LLC - Oct 2018   (b)    -    180,000 
GS Capital Partners LLC - Mar 2019   (c)    175,000    300,000 
GS Capital Partners LLC - May 2019   (d)    -    - 
GS Capital Partners LLC - Jun 2019   (e)    60,000    - 
Jefferson Street Capital LLC - Jul 2019   (f)    -    - 
Adar Alef, LLC - Aug 2019   (g)    -    - 
Odyssey Funding, LLC - Sep 2019   (h)    80,000    - 
BHP Capital NY Inc. - Oct 2019   (i)    55,000    - 
Tangiers Global, LLC - Nov 2019   (j)    137,500    - 
Odyssey Funding, LLC - Dec 2019   (k)    100,000    - 
Jefferson Street Capital LLC - Dec 2019   (l)    55,000    - 
BHP Capital NY Inc. - Jan 2020   (m)    44,000    - 
ADAR Alef, LLC - Jan 2020   (n)    44,000    - 
GS Capital LLC - Jan 2020   (o)    110,000    - 
Tangiers Global, LLC - Feb 2020   (p)    65,000    - 
Crown Bridge Partners, LLC - Feb 2020   (q)    55,000    - 
ADAR Alef, LLC - Mar 2020   (r)    44,000    - 
Tangiers Global, LLC - Mar 2020   (s)    43,050    - 
Total notes payable and convertible notes       $1,067,550   $570,000 
Less - note discounts        (482,416)   (356,125)
Less - current portion of these notes        (585,134)   (213,875)
Total notes payable and convertible notes, net discounts       $-   $- 

 

(a) Three-month $180,000 non-convertible debenture dated September 23, 2015 bearing an interest rate of 11.50% per annum (the “ASP Loan”). The note matured in December 2015. The Company received cash of $90,000 ($75,000 wired directly to the Company and $15,000 wired directly from Alternative Strategy Partners PTE Ltd. (“ASP”) to compensate a consultant. The balance of this note ($90,000) was to be wired directly to a Japanese based consumer product firm Eishin, Inc. (“Eishin”), but the holder never provided any documentation evidencing that $90,000 was paid to Eishin. The Company had been in dispute with the noteholder about the amount owed, and the Company had not recorded this liability as of December 31, 2018 or March 31, 2018. On May 29, 2019, the Company and ASP consummated the retirement of the ASP Loan. The Company did not pay cash or issue any securities in connection with the termination of the ASP Loan, and instead the Company agreed to transfer and assign to ASP all right, title and interest it has or may have in securities of Eishin. Since the Eishen rights were not valued on the Company’s balance sheet, the $113,468 liability (at the time of settlement) has been removed from the Company’s balance sheet, as is reflected in the Company’s financial statement as a gain on extinguishment of debt in the amount of $113,467 during the nine months ended December 31, 2019.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(b) On October 25, 2018, the Company entered into a one year $180,000 convertible note bearing 8% interest with GS Capital Partners, LLC (“GS Capital”). The note has an original issue discount of $11,750. A portion of the proceeds will be used to retire the two remaining convertible notes on the books of the Company as of December 31, 2018 with GS Capital. The face value of this note plus accrued interest under the note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 70% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market on which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the 15 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 60% instead of 70% while that “chill” is in effect. Due to the discount to market conversion, a beneficial conversion feature was recorded on this note as a discount to the note in the amount of the $108,111 which will be amortized over the life of the note. This amortization will be reflected as interest cost ratably over the term of the note. Upon an event of default, principal and accrued interest will become immediately due and payable under the notes. Additionally, upon an event of default, notes will accrue interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or the highest rate of interest permitted by law. Further, certain events of default may trigger penalty and liquidated damage provisions. This note contains a provision where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period they would be considered in default of this note. During the first six months this note is in effect, the Company may redeem by paying to GS Capital an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days either note is in effect, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of either note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, and (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day the either note is in effect, but less than the 180th day, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of either note along with any accrued interest. During the nine months ended December 31, 2019, GS Capital fully converted $180,000 of principal and $11,248 of accrued interest into 7,410,229 shares of common stock.
   
(c) On March 14, 2019, the Company entered into a 12-month $300,000 principal face value 8.0% convertible debenture with GS Capital, with a maturity date of March 13, 2020. The GS Capital Note carried a $20,000 original issue discount (OID) and, as such, the initial net proceeds to the Company was $280,000. In connection with this agreement, the Company was obligated to issue 750,000 commitment shares having a value of $142,500 ($0.19 per share) which is reflected as interest expense in the Company’s consolidated statement of operations during the year ended March 31, 2019. These shares were issued on June 20, 2019. The Holder is entitled, at its option, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of this Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of Common Stock equal to 68% of the lowest daily VWAP of the Common Stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange for the fifteen (15) prior trading days. Due to the discount to market conversion, a beneficial conversion feature was recorded on this note as a discount to the note in the amount of the full-face value of the note which will be amortized over the life of the note. This amortization will be reflected as interest cost ratably over the term of the note. At December 31, 2019, this note had accrued interest of $19,200. Also, in conjunction with this note, the 213,334 five-year cashless warrants, associated with the June 27, 2017, $80,000 5% one-year note were fully cancelled. During the year ended March 31, 2020, the noteholder converted $125,000 of principal and $9,789 of accrued interest into 5,157,806 shares of the Company’s common stock ($0.0261 per share). Subsequently, the noteholder converted the remaining $175,000 of principal and $16,132 of accrued interest into 9,315,448 common shares ($0.0205 per share). At March 31,2020, this note had accrued interest of $14,718.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(d) On May 24, 2019, the Company entered into a one year 8% $60,000 Convertible Note with GS Capital pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement. The GS Capital Note has a maturity date of May 23, 2020 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $55,000 was funded to the Company on May 24, 2019). The holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the GS Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 66% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the fifteen (15) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to the holder within 3 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. In connection with the GS Capital Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 3,327,000 shares of its Common Stock for conversions under this Note equal to two and a half times the discounted value of the Note (the “Share Reserve”) and was required to maintain a 2.5 times reserve for the amount then outstanding. Upon full conversion of this Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. At December 31, 2019, GS Capital fully converted $60,000 of principal and $2,670 of accrued interest, and 4,327,198 shares then in reserve were cancelled and placed back into the Company’s treasury.

 

(e) On June 21, 2019, the Company entered into a one year 8% $60,000 Convertible Note with GS Capital Partners, LLC pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement. The GS Capital Note has a maturity date of June 21, 2020 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $55,000 was funded to the Company on June 21, 2019). The holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the GS Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 66% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the fifteen (15) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to the holder within 3 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. To the extent the conversion price of the Company’s common stock closes below the par value per share, the Company will take all steps necessary to solicit the consent of the stockholders to reduce the par value to the lowest value possible under law. The Company agrees to honor all conversions submitted pending this decrease. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “Chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 56% instead of 66% while that “Chill” is in effect. In no event shall the holder be allowed to affect a conversion if such conversion, along with all other shares of the Company common stock beneficially owned by the holder and its affiliates would exceed 9.9% of the outstanding shares of the common stock of the Company. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the GS Capital Note, (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or, if such rate is usurious or not permitted by current law, then at the highest rate of interest permitted by law. (ii) if the Company shall fail to deliver to the holder the shares of common stock without restrictive legend (when permissible in accordance with applicable law) within three (3) business days of its receipt of a notice of conversion, then the Company shall pay a penalty of $250 per day if the shares are not issued beginning on the 4th day after the conversion notice was delivered to the Company (which shall be increased to $500 per day beginning on the 10th day); (iii) if the Company’s stock ceases to be listed on an exchange, its stock is suspended from trading for more than 10 consecutive trading days or the Company ceases to file its reports with the SEC under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, then the outstanding principal due under the GS Capital Note shall increase by 50%; or (iv) if the GS Capital Note is not paid at maturity, the outstanding principal due under this Note shall increase by 10%. In connection with the GS Capital Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 2,650,000 shares of its Common Stock for conversions under this Note equal to two and a half times the discounted value of the Note (the “Share Reserve”) and shall maintain a 2.5 times reserve for the amount then outstanding. Upon full conversion of this Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $3,735. On June 3, 2020, the noteholder converted the entire $60,000 of principal and $4,937 of accrued interest into 3,162,115 shares of common stock ($0.0205 per share).

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(f) On July 22, 2019, the Company and Jefferson Street Capital, LLC (“Jefferson Street”) consummated entry into a Securities Purchase Agreement where the Company has borrowed $55,000 ($50,000 with original issuance discount reflected) at 10% annual interest under a term of nine-months in the form of a convertible note. The note is convertible into restricted stock of the Company. In connection with this agreement, the Company issued 250,000 commitment shares having a value of $10,500 ($0.042 per share, the closing price of our common stock on the day preceding the note) which was reflected as interest expense in the Company’s consolidated statement of operations during the three months ended December 31, 2019. The restricted stock was valued at the closing price on July 22, 2019. Legal fees of $2,000 were deducted from cash proceeds of the note payable to investor’s counsel, and a $5,000 original issue discount recognized. The Company received cash proceeds of $48,000 at closing. Under the Jefferson Street note, the Company reserved 15,000,000 shares of its common stock, The noteholder may, at any time, at its option, convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a conversion price for each share of Common Stock equal to 65% of the lowest volume weighted average price for the Company’s common stock during the previous fifteen trading day period as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the Common Stock may be traded in the future, including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company. Upon an event of default (as defined and described in the note), among other default penalties, the Company shall pay the Default Amount (as defined in the agreement) as well as incur annual interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum. In consideration of Jefferson Street loaning the Company the proceeds under this note, the Chief Executive Officer had personally guaranteed the repayment of the outstanding principal amount, accrued and unpaid interest until such time that the Company had satisfied its share reserve requirement under the note. As of December 31, 2019, this note had accrued interest of $2,441. On January 23, Jefferson converted $27,500 of principal and accrued interest in the amount of $1,375 into 1,339,031 shares of restricted stock of the Company ($0.0219 per share). The Company repaid the remaining balance of $27,500 of the Jefferson Street Note including accrued interest and prepayment premium of $10,904. As a result, the Jefferson Street Note is now fully repaid and retired and no further obligations or remuneration is due and owing thereunder.

 

(g) On August 12, 2019, the Company received $47,500 net proceeds for the second of two notes (the “Back-End Note”) under a December 20, 2018 security purchase agreement with Adar Alef, LLC whereby the Company issued two 8% convertible redeemable notes in the cumulative principal amount of $110,000. Both notes were for $55,000 and had funded with net proceeds of $47,500, after the deduction of $5,000 for OID and $2,500 in legal fees. The first note was previously funded on December 24, 2018 and was fully converted on March 18, 2019. The Back-End Note was initially paid for by an offsetting promissory note issued by Adar Alef, LLC to the Company (the “Note Receivable”). The terms of the Back-End Note required cash funding prior to any conversion thereunder. The Note Receivable was due December 20, 2019, unless certain conditions were not met, in which case both the Back-End Note and the Note Receivable may both have been cancelled. The Back-End Note has a maturity date one year from the date of issuance upon which any outstanding principal and interest is due and payable. The face value amount plus accrued interest under the Back-End Note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 60% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market on which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the 20 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 50% instead of 60% while that “chill” is in effect. Upon an event of default, principal and accrued interest will become immediately due and payable under the notes. Additionally, upon an event of default, both notes will accrue interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or the highest rate of interest permitted by law. Further, certain events of default may trigger penalty and liquidated damage provisions. (This note contains a provision where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period they would be considered in default of this note. This Back-End Note may not be repaid. The note holder may redeem this note at any time after the first six months. As of December 31, 2019, this note had accrued interest of $2,125. Effective December 20, 2019, it was mutually agreed to extend the maturity date of this note to September 20, 2020. On February 12, 2020, $15,000 of note principal was converted into 554,324 common shares ($0.0271 per share).

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(h) On September 13, 2019, the Company entered into a one year 8% $100,000 Convertible Note with Odyssey Funding, LLC (“Investor”) pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Odyssey Note”). The Odyssey Note has a maturity date of September 13, 2020 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $95,000 was funded to the Company at closing). The Investor is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the Odyssey Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 64% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the fifteen (15) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to the Investor within 3 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. To the extent the conversion price of the Company’s common stock closes below the par value per share, the Company will take all steps necessary to solicit the consent of the stockholders to reduce the par value to the lowest value possible under law. The Company agrees to honor all conversions submitted pending this decrease. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “Chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 54% instead of 64% while that “Chill” is in effect. In no event shall the Investor be allowed to effect a conversion if such conversion, along with all other shares of Company Common Stock beneficially owned by the Investor and its affiliates would exceed 4.99% of the outstanding shares of the Common Stock of the Company (which may be increased up to 9.9% upon 60 days’ prior written notice by the Investor. During the first 180 calendar days that the Odyssey Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the Odyssey Note by paying to the Investor an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 60 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 125% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 61st day, but by the 120th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 135% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest, and (iii) if the redemption is after the 120th day, but less than the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 140% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The Company may not redeem the Odyssey Note after the 180th day from entering into it. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the Odyssey Note, (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or, if such rate is usurious or not permitted by current law, then at the highest rate of interest permitted by law. (ii) if the Company shall fail to deliver to the Investor the shares of common stock without restrictive legend (when permissible in accordance with applicable law) within three (3) business days of its receipt of a notice of conversion, then the Company shall pay a penalty of $250 per day the shares are not issued beginning on the 4th day after the conversion notice was delivered to the Company (which shall be increased to $500 per day beginning on the 10th day); (iii) if the Company’s stock ceases to be listed on an exchange, its stock is suspended from trading for more than 10 consecutive trading days or the Company ceases to file its reports with the SEC under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, then the outstanding principal due under the Odyssey Note shall increase by 50%; or (iv) if the Odyssey Note is not paid at maturity, the outstanding principal due under this Note shall increase by 10%. In connection with the Odyssey Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 22,727,000 shares (the “Share Reserve”) of its Common Stock for conversions under this Note. The Investor shall have the right to periodically request that the number of reserved shares be increased so that the number of reserved shares at least equals four hundred percent of the number of shares of Company common stock issuable upon conversion of the Note so long as there are sufficient authorized and unissued shares of the Company not otherwise reserved available to do so. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Odyssey Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $3,507.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(i) On October 17, 2019, the Company entered into a Convertible Promissory Note (“BHP Note”), bearing an interest rate of 10% per annum, pursuant to a Securities Purchase Agreement with BHP Capital NY, Inc. dated October 7, 2019. The BHP Note has a maturity date of July 3, 2020 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $50,000 was funded to the Company on October 8, 2019). The holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the BHP Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the fifteen (15) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Holder shall be entitled to deduct $500.00 from the conversion amount in each Notice of Conversion to cover Holder’s deposit fees associated with each Notice of Conversion. The Borrower is required at all times to have authorized and reserved three times the number of shares that would be issuable upon full conversion of the Note (assuming that the 4.99% limitation is not exceeded) in effect, initially 7,000,000 shares. Borrower shall issue and deliver or cause to be issued and delivered to or upon the order of the Holder certificates for the Common Stock issuable upon such conversion within two (2) business days after such receipt. If delivery of the Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note is not delivered by the Deadline due to action and/or inaction of the Borrower, the Borrower shall pay to the Holder $2,000 per day in cash. The Borrower shall have the right, exercisable on not more than three (3) Trading Days prior written notice to the Holder of the Note to prepay the outstanding Note (principal and accrued interest) paying the holder the amounts as follows: : (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but less than the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The BHP Note may not be redeemed after 180 days. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the BHP Note, (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum, (ii) Borrower shall fail to maintain the listing of the Common Stock on at least one of the OTC (which specifically includes the quotation platforms maintained by the OTC Markets Group) or an equivalent replacement exchange, (iii) Borrower shall fail to comply with the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act; and/or the Borrower shall cease to be subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, (iv) bankruptcy, (v) cessation of operations, (vi) liquidation, (vii) restatement of any financial statements filed by the Borrower with the SEC at any time after 180 days after the Issuance Date for any date or period until this Note is no longer outstanding, if the result of such restatement would, by comparison to the un-restated financial statement, have constituted a material adverse effect on the rights of the Holder with respect to this Note or the Purchase Agreement, and (viii) breach or default by the Borrower of any covenant or other term or condition contained in any of the Other Agreements, after the passage of all applicable notice and cure or grace periods, shall, at the option of the Holder, be considered a default. In the event of default due to restatement, failure to comply with the Exchange act, delisting from exchange or cross default the borrower must pay 150% times the sum the then outstanding principal amount of this Note plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest. During the period where any monies are owed to the Holder pursuant to this Note, if the Borrower engages in any future financing transactions with a third party investor, the Borrower will provide the Holder with written notice thereof promptly but in no event less than 10 days prior to closing any financing transactions. In the event the Holder determines that the terms of the subsequent investment are preferable to the terms of the securities of the Borrower issued to the Holder pursuant to the terms of the Purchase Agreement, the Holder will notify the Borrower in writing. Promptly after receipt of such written notice from the Holder, the Borrower agrees to amend and restate the Securities (which may include the conversion terms of this Note), to be identical to the instruments evidencing the subsequent investment. On October 16, 2019, the Company issued 250,000 commitment shares to noteholder, BHP Capital NY, Inc. pursuant to the BHP Note. The shares had a value of $9,750 ($0.039 per share) which was recorded as interest expense on the Company’s consolidated balance sheet. As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest in the amount of $2,501. Upon full conversion or repayment of this BHP note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(j) On November 7, 2019, the Company effectuated a nine-month convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC (the “Tangiers Note”). The Company received funds in the amount of $125,000 after reduction of the Original Issue Discount of $12,500. The $137,500 face value note matures on August 5, 2020 and bears and interest rate of 10%, guaranteed. The Note holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the Tangiers Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 66% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the twenty (20) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. If the Company is placed on “chilled” status with the DTC, the discount shall be increased by 10%, i.e., from 34% to 44%, until such chill is remedied. If the Company is not DWAC eligible through their transfer agent and DTC’s FAST system, the Conversion Price discount will be increased by 5%, i.e., from 34% to 39%. In the case of both, the Conversion Price discount shall be a cumulative increase of 15%, i.e., from 34% to 49%. Any default of this Note not remedied within the applicable cure period will result in a permanent additional 10% increase, i.e., from 34% to 44%, in the Conversion Price discount in addition to any and all other Conversion Price discounts, as provided above. Any conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to the Investor within 2 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. During the first 180 calendar days that the Tangiers Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the note by paying to the note holder Investor an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The Company may not redeem the Tangiers Note after the 180th day from entering into it without written approval by the noteholder. If the Company fails to deliver shares in accordance with the timeframe stated, the Holder, at any time prior to selling all of those shares, may rescind any portion, in whole or in part, of that particular conversion attributable to the unsold shares. Holder may not engage in any “shorting” or “hedging” transaction(s) in the Common Stock of the Company prior to conversion. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the Tangiers Note (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of lesser of 20% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law; (ii) after the occurrence of an Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, an additional 10% increase to the Conversion Price discount will go into effect; (iii) a default in the timely issuance of underlying shares in excess of any conversion not delivered prior to 20 Trading Days after the Conversion Date, the Company shall pay to the Holder as liquidated damages an amount equal to $2,000 per day, until such certificate or certificates are delivered. The Company shall be considered in default and subject to a mandatory default amount commencing 5 days after the occurrence the following but not limited to: (i) a default in payment of any amount due hereunder; (ii) a default in the timely issuance of underlying shares upon, which default continues for 2 Trading Days after the Company has failed to issue shares or deliver stock certificates within the 3rd Trading Day following the Conversion Date; (iii) failure by the Company for 3 days after notice has been received by the Company to comply with any material provision of this Note; (iv) failure of the Company to remain compliant with DTC, thus incurring a “chilled” status with DTC; (v) any default of any mortgage, indenture or instrument which may be issued, or by which there may be secured or evidenced any indebtedness, for money borrowed by the Company or for money borrowed the repayment of which is guaranteed by the Company, whether such indebtedness or guarantee now exists or shall be created hereafter; (vi) if the Company is subject to any Bankruptcy Event; (vii) any failure of the Company to satisfy its “filing” obligations under Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “1934 Act”) and the rules and guidelines issued by OTC Markets News Service, OTCMarkets.com and their affiliates; (viii) failure of the Company to remain in good standing under the laws of its state of domicile; (ix) failure by the Company to maintain the Required Reserve in accordance with the term; (x) failure of Company’s Common Stock to maintain a closing bid price in its Principal Market for more than 3 consecutive Trading Days; (xi) any delisting from a Principal Market for any reason; (xii) failure by Company to pay any of its transfer agent fees in excess of $2,000 or to maintain a transfer agent of record; (xiii) any trading suspension imposed by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) under Sections 12(j) or 12(k) of the 1934 Act; (xiv) failure by the Company to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy the availability of Rule 144 to the Holder or its assigns, including but not limited to the timely fulfillment of its filing requirements as a fully-reporting issuer registered with the SEC, requirements for XBRL filings, and requirements for disclosure of financial statements on its website. In connection with the Tangiers Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 35,000,000 shares (the “Share Reserve”) of its Common Stock for conversions under this Note.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(j) The Company covenants that it will at all times reserve and keep available for Holder, out of its authorized and unissued Common Stock solely for the purpose of issuance upon conversion of this Note, free from preemptive rights or any other actual contingent purchase rights of persons other than the Holder, five times the number of shares of Common Stock as shall be issuable. If the amount of shares on reserve in Holder’s name at the Company’s transfer agent for this Note shall drop below the Required Reserve, the Company will, within 2 Trading Days of notification from Holder, instruct the transfer agent to increase the number of shares so that the Required Reserve is met. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Tangiers note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. If an Event of Default occurs, the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note owing in respect thereof through the date of acceleration, shall become, at the Holder's election, immediately due and payable in cash at the “Mandatory Default Amount”. The Mandatory Default Amount means 33% of the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note will be automatically added to the Principal Sum of the Note and tack back to the Effective Date for purposes of Rule 144. Commencing 5 days after the occurrence of any Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, this Note shall accrue additional interest, in addition to the Note’s “guaranteed” interest, at a rate equal to the lesser of 20% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law. Finally, after the occurrence of an Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, an additional 10% increase to the Conversion Price discount will go into effect. Guaranteed interest on this note is prorated over the term of the note. Interest in the amount of $7,330 has been recognized on this note as of March 31, 2020.
   
(k) On December 18, 2019, the Company entered into a one year 8% $100,000 Convertible Note with Odyssey Capital, LLC (“Odyssey”) pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Odyssey Note”). The Odyssey Note has a maturity date of December 18, 2020 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $95,000 was funded to the Company at closing). The Investor is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the Odyssey Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 64% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the fifteen (15) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to Odyssey within 3 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. To the extent the conversion price of the Company’s common stock closes below the par value per share, the Company will take all steps necessary to solicit the consent of the stockholders to reduce the par value to the lowest value possible under law. The Company agrees to honor all conversions submitted pending this increase. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “Chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 54% instead of 64% while that “Chill” is in effect. In no event shall the Investor be allowed to effect a conversion if such conversion, along with all other shares of Company Common Stock beneficially owned by Odyssey and its affiliates would exceed 4.99% of the outstanding shares of the Common Stock of the Company (which may be increased up to 9.9% upon 60 days’ prior written notice by Odyssey). During the first 180 calendar days that the Odyssey Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the Odyssey Note by paying to Odyssey an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 60 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 125% of the unpaid principal amount of this Odyssey Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 61st day, but by the 120th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 135% of the unpaid principal amount of this Odyssey Note along with any accrued interest, and (iii) if the redemption is after the 120th day, but less than the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 140% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The Company may not redeem the Odyssey Note after the 180th day from entering into it. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the Odyssey Note, (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or, if such rate is usurious or not permitted by current law, then at the highest rate of interest permitted by law. (ii) if the Company shall fail to deliver to the Investor the shares of common stock without restrictive legend (when permissible in accordance with applicable law) within three (3) business days of its receipt of a notice of conversion, then the Company shall pay a penalty of $250 per day the shares are not issued beginning on the 4th day after the conversion notice was delivered to the Company (which shall be increased to $500 per day beginning on the 10th day); (iii) if the Company’s stock ceases to be listed on an exchange, its stock is suspended from trading for more than 10 consecutive trading days or the Company ceases to file its reports with the SEC under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, then the outstanding principal due under the Odyssey Note shall increase by 50%; or (iv) if the Odyssey Note is not paid at maturity, the outstanding principal due under this Odyssey Note shall increase by 10%. In connection with the Odyssey Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 22,084,000 shares (the “Share Reserve”) of its Common Stock for conversions under this Odyssey Note. Odyssey shall have the right to periodically request that the number of reserved shares be increased so that the number of reserved shares at least equals four hundred percent of the number of shares of Company common stock issuable upon conversion of the Odyssey Note so long as there are sufficient authorized and unissued shares of the Company not otherwise reserved available to do so. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Odyssey Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. At March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest in the amount of $2,279. On June 29, 2020, the Company fully paid and retired this note including accrued interest $4,252 and a prepayment penalty in the amount of $45,748. The full share reserve was released upon satisfaction of the note and returned to treasury.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(l) On December 26, 2019, the Company entered into a one year 10% $55,000 Convertible Note with Jefferson Street Capital LLC (“Jefferson Street”) pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Jefferson Street Note”). The Jefferson Street Note has a maturity date of December 26, 2020 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $50,000 was funded to the Company at closing). The Investor is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the Jefferson Street Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the fifteen (15) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Commencing on the date which is 180 days following the date of this Jefferson Street Note and ending on the later of: (i) the Maturity Date and (ii) the date of payment of the Default Amount, this Jefferson Street Note may be converted by Jefferson Street in whole or in part at any time from time to time after the Issue Date as noted in the Jefferson Street Note. During the first 180 calendar days that the Jefferson Street Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the Jefferson Street Note by paying Jefferson Street an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Jefferson Street Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, and (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Jefferson Street Note along with any accrued interest. The Company may not redeem the Jefferson Street Note after the 180th day from entering into it. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the Jefferson Street Note interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or, if such rate is usurious or not permitted by current law, then at the highest rate of interest permitted by law. In connection with the Jefferson Street Note, the Company is required at all times to have authorized and reserved six times the number of common shares that would be issuable upon full conversion of the Jefferson Street Note in effect (assuming that the 4.99% limitation set forth in the Jefferson Street Note is not in effect) which shall initially be reserved at 20,000,000 common shares (the “Share Reserve”) of its Common Stock for conversions under this Jefferson Street Note. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Jefferson Street Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. At March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $2,501.
   
(m) On January 3, 2020, the Company entered into a one year 2% $44,000 Convertible Promissory Note with BHP Capital NY Inc. (“BHP Capital”) pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “BHP Capital Note”). The BHP Capital Note has a maturity date of January 3, 2021 and carries a $4,000 original issue discount (such that $40,000 was funded to the Company at closing). BHP has the right from time to time, and at any time after closing, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the BHP Capital Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest one-day volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the twenty (20) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to BHP Capital within three (3) business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. The conversion price may be adjusted downward if, within three (3) business days of the transmittal of the Notice of Conversion to the Company, the Common Stock has a closing bid which is 5% or lower than that set forth in the Notice of Conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. To the extent the conversion price of the Company’s common stock closes below the par value per share, the Company will take all steps necessary to solicit the consent of the stockholders to reduce the par value to the lowest value possible under law. The Company agrees to honor all conversions submitted pending this increase. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “Chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 50% instead of 65% while that “Chill” is in effect. In no event shall BHP be allowed to affect a conversion if such conversion, along with all other shares of Company Common Stock beneficially owned by BHP Capital and its affiliates would exceed 4.99% of the outstanding shares of the Common Stock of the Company.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(m) During the first 180 calendar days that the BHP Capital Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the BHP Capital Note by paying to BHP Capital an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first thirty (30) days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount of this BHP Capital Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is on or after the 31st day, but by the 60th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 115% of the unpaid principal amount of this BHP Capital Note along with any accrued interest, (iii) if the redemption is on or after the 61st day and through the 90th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest and (iv) if the redemption is on or after the 91st day and through the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The Company may not redeem the BHP Capital Note after the 180th day from entering into it. Upon an event or continuation of default, among other penalty provisions, of the BHP Note (1) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum (“Default Interest”), and (2) the Note shall become immediately due and payable and the Company shall pay to the BHP, in full satisfaction of its obligations thereunder, an amount equal to the greater of (i) 150% times the sum of (w) the then outstanding principal amount of this Note plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the unpaid principal amount of this Note to the date of payment plus (y) Default Interest, if any, on the amounts referred to in clauses (w) and/or (x) plus (z) any amounts owed to BHP pursuant to the BHP Capital Note and all other amounts payable thereunder shall immediately become due and payable. The BHP Capital Note contains cross-default provisions to other Company agreements which, if triggered after the passage of all applicable notice and cure or grace periods, shall, at the option of BHP, be considered a default under the BHP Capital Note in which event BHP shall be entitled (but in no event required) to apply all rights and remedies of BHP under the terms and provisions of the BHP Capital Note and such other applicable agreements. In connection with the BHP Capital Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions pursuant to which the Company is required at all times to have reserved three times the number of shares that would be issuable upon full conversion of the Note (assuming that the 4.99% beneficial ownership limitation is not in effect) (based on the respective Conversion Price of the Note in effect from time to time, initially 14,100,000 shares of its Common Stock (the “Share Reserve”) for conversions under this BHP Capital Note. Failure to maintain the share Reserve may be an event of default. Upon full conversion or repayment of this BHP Capital Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. As of March 31, 2020, accrued interest on this note was $203.
   
(n) On January 15, 2020, the Company entered into security purchase agreement with Adar Alef, LLC whereby the Company issued an 8% convertible redeemable note in the principal amount of $44,000. The note was funded with net proceeds of $37,800, after the deduction of $4,000 for OID and $2,200 in legal fees. The note has a maturity date of January 15, 2021. The face value amount plus accrued interest under the note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market on which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the 20 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 55% instead of 65% while that “chill” is in effect. Upon an event of default, principal and accrued interest will become immediately due and payable under the notes. Additionally, upon an event of default, both notes will accrue interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or the highest rate of interest permitted by law. During the first 6 months following the Issuance Date, the Company may redeem this Note by paying to the Holder an amount equal to the sum of 140% of the face amount plus any accrued interest. This Note may not be prepaid after the 6-month anniversary of the Issuance Date. The redemption must be closed and paid for within 3 business days of the Company sending the redemption demand or the redemption will be invalid, and the Company may not redeem this Note. In the event this Note is not prepaid within the 6-month period, the Conversion Price described in Section 4(a) shall be decreased from 65% to 60% (reflecting an effective conversion discount of 40%). Further, certain events of default may trigger penalty and liquidated damage provisions. (This note contains a provision where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period they would be considered in default of this note. The Company shall establish an initial reserve of 6,296,000 shares of its common stock and at all times reserve a minimum of 4 times the amount of shares required if the note were to fully convert. As of March 31, 2020, accrued interest on this note was $723.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(o) On January 17, 2020, the Company entered into a one year 8% $110,000 Convertible Note with GS Capital Partners, LLC pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement. The GS Capital Note has a maturity date of January 21, 2021 and carried a $10,000 original issue discount (such that $100,000 was funded to the Company on January 21, 2020). The holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the GS Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the twenty (20) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to the holder within 3 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. To the extent the conversion price of the Company’s common stock closes below the par value per share, the Company will take all steps necessary to solicit the consent of the stockholders to reduce the par value to the lowest value possible under law. The Company agrees to honor all conversions submitted pending this increase. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “Chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 55% instead of 65% while that “Chill” is in effect. In no event shall the holder be allowed to affect a conversion if such conversion, along with all other shares of the Company common stock beneficially owned by the holder and its affiliates would exceed 9.9% of the outstanding shares of the common stock of the Company. During the first six months that the GS Capital Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the GS Note by paying to the holder an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but less than the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The GS Note may not be redeemed after 180 days. The Company may not redeem the GS Capital Note after the 180th day from entering into it. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the GS Capital Note, (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or, if such rate is usurious or not permitted by current law, then at the highest rate of interest permitted by law. (ii) if the Company shall fail to deliver to the holder the shares of common stock without restrictive legend (when permissible in accordance with applicable law) within three (3) business days of its receipt of a notice of conversion, then the Company shall pay a penalty of $250 per day the shares are not issued beginning on the 4th day after the conversion notice was delivered to the Company (which shall be increased to $500 per day beginning on the 10th day); (iii) if the Company’s stock ceases to be listed on an exchange, its stock is suspended from trading for more than 10 consecutive trading days or the Company ceases to file its reports with the SEC under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, then the outstanding principal due under the GS Capital Note shall increase by 50%; or (iv) if the GS Capital Note is not paid at maturity, the outstanding principal due under this Note shall increase by 10%. In connection with the GS Capital Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 5,150,000 shares of its Common Stock for conversions under this Note (the “Share Reserve”) within 5 days from the date of execution and shall maintain a 2.5 times reserve for the amount then outstanding. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. Pursuant to this note, the Company issued to the noteholder 400,000 shares of its restricted common stock as debt commitment shares valued at $20,960 ($0.0524 per share). As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $1,784.
   
(p) On February 7, 2020, the Company effectuated a six-month convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC (the “Tangiers Note”). The Company received funds in the amount of $60,000 after reduction of the Original Issue Discount of $5,000. The $65,000 face value note matures on August 6, 2020 and bears and interest rate of 2%, guaranteed. This note has a fixed conversion price of $0.03 per share. The Company may redeem the note by paying to the note holder Investor an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 30 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 31st day, but by the 60th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 115%, (iii) if the redemption is after the 61st day, but by the 90th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120%, (iv) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133%. The Company has established an initial reserve of 7,000,000 shares of its common stock and at all times reserve a minimum of five times the amount of shares required if the note were to fully convert.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(p) If the Note is not retired on or before the Maturity Date, then at any time and from time to time after the Maturity Date, and subject to the terms hereof and restrictions and limitations contained herein, the Holder shall have the right, at the Holder’s sole option, to convert in whole or in part the outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount under this Note into shares of Common Stock at the Variable Conversion Price which shall be equal to the lower of: (a) the Fixed Conversion Price or (b) 65% of the lowest volume weighted average price of the Company’s Common Stock during the 20 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which Holder elects to convert all or part of the Note. If the Company is placed on “chilled” status with the DTC, the discount shall be increased by 10%, i.e., from 35% to 45%, until such chill is remedied. If the Company is not DWAC eligible through their transfer agent and DTC’s FAST system, the discount will be increased by 5%, i.e., from 35% to 40%. In the case of both, the discount shall be a cumulative increase of 15%, i.e., from 35% to 50%. Holder may not engage in any “shorting” or “hedging” transaction(s) in the Common Stock of the Company prior to conversion. In the “Event of Default”, defined (i) a default in payment of any amount due hereunder; (ii) a default in the timely issuance of underlying shares, which default continues for 2 Trading Days after the Company has failed to issue shares or deliver stock certificates within the 3rd Trading Day following the Conversion Date; (iii) if the Company does not issue the press release or file the Current Report on Form 8-K; (iv) failure by the Company for 3 days after notice has been received by the Company to comply with any material provision of this Note; (v) any representation or warranty of the Company in this Note that is found to have been incorrect in any material respect when made, including, without limitation, the Exhibits; (vi) failure of the Company to remain compliant with DTC, thus incurring a “chilled” status with DTC; (vii) any default of any mortgage, indenture or instrument which may be issued, or by which there may be secured or evidenced any indebtedness, for money borrowed by the Company or for money borrowed the repayment of which is guaranteed by the Company, whether such indebtedness or guarantee now exists or shall be created hereafter; (viii) if the Company is subject to any Bankruptcy Event; (ix) any failure of the Company to satisfy its “filing” obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “1934 Act”) and the rules and guidelines issued by OTC Markets News Service, OTC Markets Group, Inc. and their affiliates; (x) failure of the Company to remain in good standing under the laws of its state of domicile; (xi) any failure of the Company to provide the Holder with information related to its corporate structure including, but not limited to, the number of authorized and outstanding shares, public float, etc. within 1 Trading Day of request by Holder; (xii) failure by the Company to maintain the Required Reserve in accordance with the terms of Section 2.00(e); (xiii) failure of Company’s Common Stock to maintain a closing bid price in its Principal Market for more than 3 consecutive Trading Days; (xiv) any delisting from a Principal Market for any reason; (xv) failure by Company to pay any of its transfer agent fees in excess of $2,000 or to maintain a transfer agent of record; (xvi) failure by Company to notify Holder of a change in transfer agent within 24 hours of such change; (xvii) any trading suspension imposed by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) under Sections 12(j) or 12(k) of the 1934 Act; (xviii) failure by the Company to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy the availability of Rule 144 to the Holder or its assigns, including but not limited to the timely fulfillment of its filing requirements as a fully- reporting issuer registered with the SEC, requirements for XBRL filings, and requirements for disclosure of financial statements on its website; or (xix) failure of the Company to abide by the Use of Proceeds or failure of the Company to inform the Holder of a change in the Use of Proceeds. If an Event of Default occurs, the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note owing in respect thereof through the date of acceleration, shall become, at the Holder’s election, immediately due and payable in cash at the “Mandatory Default Amount”. The Mandatory Default Amount means 33% of the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note will be automatically added to the Principal Sum of the Note and tack back to the Effective Date for purposes of Rule 144. Commencing 5 days after the occurrence of any Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, this Note shall accrue additional interest, in addition to the Note’s “guaranteed” interest, at a rate equal to the lesser of 12% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law. In connection with such acceleration described herein, the Holder need not provide, and the Issuer hereby waives, any presentment, demand, protest or other notice of any kind, and the Holder may immediately and without expiration of any grace period enforce any and all of its rights and remedies hereunder and all other remedies available to it under applicable law. Such acceleration may be rescinded and annulled by the Holder at any time prior to payment hereunder and the Holder shall have all rights as a holder of the note until such time, if any, as the Holder receives full payment. No such rescission or annulment shall affect any subsequent event of default or impair any right consequent thereon. Interest in the amount of $386 has been recognized on this note as of March 31, 2020.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(q) Effective February 11, 2020 the Company entered into a one-year 10% convertible promissory note with Crown Bridge Partners, LLC (“Crown”), having a face value of $55,000. The Company received funds in the amount of $50,000 on February 23, 2020, after reduction of the Original Issue Discount of $5,000. The $55,000 face value note matures on February 11, 2021. Any amount of principal or interest on this Note, which is not paid by the Maturity Date, shall bear interest at the rate of the lesser of (i) fifteen percent (15%) per annum or (ii) the maximum amount permitted by law from the due date thereof until the same is paid. Crown shall have the right at any time to convert all or any part of the outstanding and unpaid principal amount and accrued and unpaid interest of this Note into fully paid and non-assessable shares of Common Stock, as such Common Stock exists on the Issue Date, or any shares of capital stock or other securities of the Company into which such Common Stock shall hereafter be changed or reclassified at the conversion price determined; provided, however, that in no event shall Crown be entitled to convert any portion of this Note in excess of that portion of this Note upon conversion of which the sum of (1) the number of shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by Crown and its affiliates (other than shares of Common Stock which may be deemed beneficially owned through the ownership of the unconverted portion of the Notes or the unexercised or unconverted portion of any other security of the Company subject to a limitation on conversion or exercise analogous to the limitations contained herein) and (2) the number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon the conversion of the portion of this Note with respect to which the determination of this proviso is being made, would result in beneficial ownership by Crown and its affiliates of more than 4.99% of the outstanding shares of Common Stock. For purposes of the proviso to the immediately preceding sentence, beneficial ownership shall be determined in accordance with Section 13(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and Regulations 13D-G thereunder. The number of shares of Common Stock to be issued upon each conversion of this Note shall be determined by dividing the Conversion Amount by the applicable Conversion Price then in effect on the date specified in the notice of conversion, delivered to the Company or Company’s transfer agent by Crown. The term “Conversion Amount” means, with respect to any conversion of this Note, the sum of (1) the principal amount of this Note to be converted in such conversion plus (2) at Crown’s option, accrued and unpaid interest, if any, on such principal amount at the interest rates provided in this Note to the Conversion Date, plus (3) at Crown’s option, Default Interest, if any. The Conversion Price shall be the lesser of (i) 65% multiplied by the lowest volume weighted average price on the OTCQB, or applicable trading market during the previous twenty (20) trading day period ending on the latest complete trading day prior to the date of this note or (ii) the variable conversion price which shall mean 65% multiplied by lowest intraday trading price of any market makers for the Common Stock during the twenty (20) trading day period ending on the last complete trading day prior to the conversion date. In the event that shares of the Company’s Common Stock are not deliverable via DWAC following the conversion of any amount hereunder, an additional ten percent (10%) discount shall be factored into the Variable Conversion Price until this Note is no longer outstanding (resulting in a discount rate of 45% assuming no other adjustments are triggered hereunder). Additionally, if the Company fails to comply with the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act (including but not limited to becoming late or delinquent in its filings, even if the Company subsequently cures such delinquency) at any time while after the Issue Date, and/or the Company shall cease to be subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, an additional fifteen percent (15%) discount shall be factored into the Variable Conversion Price until this Note is no longer outstanding (resulting in a discount rate of 50% assuming no other adjustments are triggered hereunder). Each time, while this Note is outstanding, the Company enters into a Section 3(a)(9) transaction (including but not limited to the issuance of new promissory notes or of a replacement promissory note), or Section 3(a)(10) transaction, in which any 3rd party has the right to convert monies owed to that 3rd party (or receive shares pursuant to a settlement or otherwise) at a discount to market greater than the Variable Conversion Price in effect at that time, then the Variable Conversion Price shall be automatically adjusted to such greater discount percentage until this Note is no longer outstanding. Each time, while this Note is outstanding, the Company enters into a Section 3(a)(9) transaction (including but not limited to the issuance of new promissory notes or of a replacement promissory note), or Section 3(a)(10) transaction, in which any 3rd party has a look back period greater than the look back period in effect under the Note at that time, then Crown’s look back period shall automatically be adjusted to such greater number of days until this Note is no longer outstanding. The Company shall give written notice to Crown, with the adjusted Variable Conversion Price and/or adjusted look back period, within one (1) business day of an event that requires any adjustment described in the two immediately preceding sentences. If at any time while this Note is outstanding, the Company enters into a transaction structured in accordance with, based upon, or related or pursuant to, in whole or in part, Section 3(a)(10) of the Securities Act (a “3(a)(10) Transaction”), then a liquidated damages charge of 25% of the outstanding principal balance of this Note at that time, will be assessed and will become immediately due and payable to the Crown, either in the form of cash payment or as an addition to the balance of the Note, as determined by mutual agreement of the Company and Crown.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(q) Crown shall be entitled to deduct $1,500 from the conversion amount in each Notice of Conversion to cover Crown’s deposit fees associated with each Notice of Conversion. If at any time the Conversion Price as determined hereunder for any conversion would be less than the par value of the Common Stock, then at the sole discretion of Crown, the Conversion Price hereunder may equal such par value for such conversion and the Conversion Amount for such conversion may be increased to include Additional Principal, where “Additional Principal” means such additional amount to be added to the Conversion Amount to the extent necessary to cause the number of conversion shares issuable upon such conversion to equal the same number of conversion shares as would have been issued had the Conversion Price not been adjusted by Crown to the par value price. The Company covenants that during the period the conversion right exists, the Company will reserve from its authorized and unissued Common Stock a sufficient number of shares, free from preemptive rights, to provide for the issuance of Common Stock upon the full conversion of this Note. The Company is required at all times to have authorized and reserved six times the number of shares that is actually issuable upon full conversion of the Note. If the Company fails to maintain its status as “DTC Eligible” for any reason, or, if at any time while this Note is outstanding the Conversion Price is equal to or lower than $0.01, then an additional twenty five percent (25%) discount shall be factored into the Variable Conversion Price until this Note is no longer outstanding (resulting in a discount rate of 60%, assuming no other adjustments are triggered hereunder). A breach or default by the Company of any covenant or other term or condition contained in any of the other financial instrument, including but not limited to all convertible promissory notes, currently issued, or hereafter issued, by the Company, to the Crown or any other 3rd party, after the passage of all applicable notice and cure or grace periods, shall, at the option of the Crown, be considered a default under this Note, in which event the Crown shall be entitled to apply all rights and remedies of the Crown under the terms of this Note by reason of a default under said Other Agreement or hereunder. The Company, on February 24, 2020, issued 250,000 debt commitment shares in conjunction with this note. The commitment shares had a value of $13,500 ($0.054 per share).As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $542.
   
(r) On March 17, 2020, the Company entered into security purchase agreement with Adar Alef, LLC whereby the Company issued an 8% convertible redeemable note in the principal amount of $44,000. The note was funded with net proceeds of $37,800, after the deduction of $4,000 for OID and $2,200 in legal fees. The note has a maturity date of March 17, 2021. The face value amount plus accrued interest under the note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market for the 20 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 55% instead of 65% while that “chill” is in effect. Upon an event of default, principal and accrued interest will become immediately due and payable under the notes. Additionally, upon an event of default, both notes will accrue interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or the highest rate of interest permitted by law. During the first 180 days following entry into this note, the Company may redeem this Note by paying to the Holder an amount equal to the sum of 140% of the face amount plus any accrued interest. This Note may not be prepaid after the 6-month anniversary of entry. The redemption must be closed and paid for within 3 business days of the Company sending the redemption demand or the redemption will be invalid, and the Company may not redeem this Note. In the event this Note is not prepaid within the 6-month period, the Conversion Price described in Section 4(a) shall be decreased from 65% to 60% (reflecting an effective conversion discount of 40%). Further, certain events of default may trigger penalty and liquidated damage provisions. This note contains a provision where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period they would be considered in default of this note. The Company shall establish an initial reserve of 7,584,500 shares of its common stock and at all times reserve a minimum of 4 times the amount of shares required if the note were to fully convert. As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $135.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(s) On March 23, 2020, the Company effectuated a six-month convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC. The Company received funds in the amount of $41,000 after reduction of the Original Issue Discount of $2,050. The $43,050 face value note matures on September 23, 2020 and bears an interest rate of 5%, guaranteed. This note has a fixed conversion price of $0.03 per share. The Company may redeem the note by paying to Tangiers an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 30 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 31st day, but by the 60th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 115%, (iii) if the redemption is after the 61st day, but by the 90th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120%, (iv) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133%. After 180 days from the effective date, the Company may not pay this note, in whole or in part without prior written consent by Holder. The Company covenants that it will at all times reserve and keep available for Tangiers, out of its authorized and unissued Common Stock five times the number of shares of Common Stock as shall be issuable upon the full conversion of this Note. If the Note is not retired on or before the Maturity Date, then at any time and from time to time after the Maturity Date, and subject to the terms hereof and restrictions and limitations contained herein, the Tangiers shall have the right, at the Tangiers’s sole option, to convert in whole or in part the outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount under this Note into shares of Common Stock at the Variable Conversion Price which shall be equal to the lower of: (a) the Fixed Conversion Price or (b) 65% of the lowest volume weighted average price of the Company’s Common Stock during the 20 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which Tangiers elects to convert all or part of the Note. If the Company is placed on “chilled” status with the DTC, the discount shall be increased by 10%, i.e., from 35% to 45%, until such chill is remedied. If the Company is not DWAC eligible through their transfer agent and DTC’s FAST system, the discount will be increased by 5%, i.e., from 35% to 40%. In the case of both, the discount shall be a cumulative increase of 15%, i.e., from 35% to 50%. Tangiers may not engage in any “shorting” or “hedging” transaction(s) in the Common Stock of the Company prior to conversion. In the “Event of Default”, defined (i) a default in payment of any amount due hereunder; (ii) a default in the timely issuance of underlying shares, which default continues for 2 Trading Days after the Company has failed to issue shares or deliver stock certificates within the 3rd Trading Day following the Conversion Date; (iii) if the Company does not issue the press release or file the Current Report on Form 8-K; (iv) failure by the Company for 3 days after notice has been received by the Company to comply with any material provision of this Note; (v) any representation or warranty of the Company in this Note that is found to have been incorrect in any material respect when made, including, without limitation, the Exhibits; (vi) failure of the Company to remain compliant with DTC, thus incurring a “chilled” status with DTC; (vii) any default of any mortgage, indenture or instrument which may be issued, or by which there may be secured or evidenced any indebtedness, for money borrowed by the Company or for money borrowed the repayment of which is guaranteed by the Company, whether such indebtedness or guarantee now exists or shall be created hereafter; (viii) if the Company is subject to any Bankruptcy Event; (ix) any failure of the Company to satisfy its “filing” obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “1934 Act”) and the rules and guidelines issued by OTC Markets News Service, OTC Markets Group, Inc. and their affiliates; (x) failure of the Company to remain in good standing under the laws of its state of domicile; (xi) any failure of the Company to provide the Tangiers with information related to its corporate structure including, but not limited to, the number of authorized and outstanding shares, public float within 1 Trading Day of request by Tangiers; (xii) failure by the Company to maintain the Required Reserve; (xiii) failure of Company’s Common Stock to maintain a closing bid price in its Principal Market for more than 3 consecutive Trading Days; (xiv) any delisting from a Principal Market for any reason; (xv) failure by Company to pay any of its transfer agent fees in excess of $2,000 or to maintain a transfer agent of record; (xvi) failure by Company to notify Tangiers of a change in transfer agent within 24 hours of such change; (xvii) any trading suspension imposed by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) under Sections 12(j) or 12(k) of the 1934 Act; (xviii) failure by the Company to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy the availability of Rule 144 to the Tangiers or its assigns, including but not limited to the timely fulfillment of its filing requirements as a fully- reporting issuer registered with the SEC, requirements for XBRL filings, and requirements for disclosure of financial statements on its website; or (xix) failure of the Company to abide by the Use of Proceeds or failure of the Company to inform the Tangiers of a change in the Use of Proceeds. If an Event of Default occurs, the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note owing in respect thereof through the date of acceleration, shall become, at the Tangiers’s election, immediately due and payable in cash at the “Mandatory Default Amount”. The Mandatory Default Amount means 33% of the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note will be automatically added to the Principal Sum of the Note and tack back to the Effective Date for purposes of Rule 144.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE (CONTINUED)

 

(s) Commencing 5 days after the occurrence of any Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, this Note shall accrue additional interest, in addition to the Note’s “guaranteed” interest, at a rate equal to the lesser of 15% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law. In connection with such acceleration described herein, the Tangiers need not provide, and the Issuer hereby waives, any presentment, demand, protest or other notice of any kind, and the Tangiers may immediately and without expiration of any grace period enforce any and all of its rights and remedies hereunder and all other remedies available to it under applicable law. Such acceleration may be rescinded and annulled by the Tangiers at any time prior to payment hereunder and the Tangiers shall have all rights as a Tangiers of the note until such time, if any, as the Tangiers receives full payment. No such rescission or annulment shall affect any subsequent event of default or impair any right consequent thereon. As of March 31, 2020, this note had accrued interest of $94.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 5,946,516 shares of common stock to holders of convertible notes to retire $187,000 in principal and $13,718 of accrued interest (at an average conversion price of $0.03375 per share) under the convertible notes.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 21,295,495 shares of common stock to holders of convertible notes to retire $467,500 and $28,762 of note principal and accrued interest, respectively.

 

Interest expense for the year ended March 31, 2020 was $902,228 compared to $280,587 for the prior year. Accrued interest at March 31, 2020 and 2019 was $39,384 and $30,780, respectively.

 

NOTE 9 – RELATED PARTIES

 

As a result of the Company’s joint venture with Ice + Jam, a receivable and a payable was recorded on the Company’s books. As of December 31, 2018, these amounts represented cash Ice + Jam collected from sales of HerMan® through their website in the amount of $581 and a payable in the amount of $5,522 for expenses incurred through the operation of the business. As of March 31, 2019, these assets and liabilities were reflected in assets and liabilities from discontinued operations.

 

On December 26, 2019, Chief Executive Officer, Seth Shaw, deposited $50,159 to be used for operating expenses. This is an interest free loan to the Company.

 

In conjunction with and consideration for a July 22, 2019, 10% convertible note, in the amount of $55,000, under a Securities Purchase Agreement the Company entered into with Jefferson Street Capital, LLC, the Chief Executive Officer had personally guaranteed the prompt, full and complete payment of the outstanding principal amount, accrued and unpaid interest, default interest (if any) and applicable fees (if any), owing by the Company under the note. This personal guaranty was to remain in effect until such time that the Company was able to reserve at least six times the amount of common shares issuable upon full conversion of the note. As a result of the increase in the authorized shares taking effect on September 13, 2019, this personal guaranty was removed and the Company reserved the appropriate amount of shares on October 2, 2019.

 

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)

 

Common Stock

 

As of December 31, 2019, the Company is authorized to issue 400,000,000 shares of its common stock. As of March 31, 2020 and June 28, 2020 there were 107,039,107 and 145,323,728 shares, respectively of common stock issued and outstanding.

 

On July 26, 2019, the Company’s Board of Directors approved the (i) increase of the authorized common stock of the Company from 100,000,000 shares to 400,000,000 shares; (ii) the filing of both the preliminary and definitive information statements; and (iii) approved the record date of July 29, 2019. The Company’s shareholders approved the increase of the authorized shares to 400,000,000 in its Special Meeting on September 10, 2019 and the State of Florida certified the amendment of our Articles of Incorporation effective on September 13, 2019 to reflect this increase.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)

 

Common Stock

 

S-1 Registration Statement and Investment Agreement with Tangiers Global, LLC

 

On March 5, 2020, the Company filed and S-1 Registration Statement pursuant to the January 21, 2020, Investment Agreement entered into Tangiers in order to establish a source of funding for our operations. Under the Investment Agreement, Tangiers has agreed to provide us with up to $5,000,000 of funding during the period ending three years from the date of this prospectus. From time to time during the period ending three (3) years after this filing, we may, in our sole discretion, deliver a Put Notice to Tangiers. The Put Notice will specify the number of shares of common stock which we intend to sell to Tangiers on a closing date. The closing of a purchase by Tangiers of the shares specified by us in the Put Notice will occur on the date which is no earlier than five and no later than seven Trading Days following the date Tangiers receives the Put Notice. On the closing date we will sell to Tangiers the shares specified in the Put Notice, and Tangiers will pay us an amount equal to the Purchase Price multiplied by the number of shares specified in the Put Notice. The maximum amount of shares of Common Stock that the Company shall be entitled to Put to Tangiers per any applicable Put Notice shall be an amount of shares up to or equal to two hundred percent (200%) of the average of the daily trading volume (U.S. market only) of the Common Stock for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date (the “Put Amount”) so long as such amount is at least Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) and does not exceed Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($350,000), as calculated by multiplying the Put Amount by the average daily VWAP for the ten (10) consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the applicable Put Notice Date. During the 36-month term of the Investment Agreement, the Company shall not be entitled to submit a Put Notice until after the previous Closing has been completed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company may not deliver a Put Notice on or earlier of the eighth (8th) Trading Day immediately following the preceding Put Notice Date (the “Waiting Period”), unless a written waiver to deliver Put Notice during the Waiting Period is obtained by the Company from the Investor in advance. The number of shares to be sold by Tangiers in this offering will vary from time-to-time and will depend upon the number of shares purchased from us pursuant to the terms of the Investment Agreement. However, 76,000,000 shares of common stock is the maximum number of shares which we may sell to Tangiers.

 

Purchase Price means 88% of the lowest VWAP of the Common Stock during the five (5) consecutive Trading Days including and immediately following the applicable to the Put Notice, provided, however, an additional 10% will be added to the discount of each Put if (i) the Company is not DWAC eligible and (ii) an additional 15% will be added to the discount of each Put if the Company is under DTC “chill” status on the applicable Put Notice Date. Principal Market means the NYSE MKT, the Nasdaq Capital Market, the OTC Bulletin Board or the OTC Markets Group, whichever is the principal market on which our common stock is traded. VWAP means a price determined by the daily volume weighted average price of our common stock on the Principal Market as reported by (i) Bloomberg Financial L.P. or (ii) Stock Charts/Quote Media for the ten consecutive Trading Days immediately prior to the date of the delivery of a Put Notice.

 

The S-1 Registration statement became effective March 16, 2020. As of March 31, 2020, the Company has initiated no put notices to Tangiers and has received no proceeds. Subsequent to March 31, 2020, the Company has sold 5,750,000 registered common shares for total proceeds of $154,418.

 

Fiscal Year 2019

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019 the Company issued 3,130,000 shares of its restricted common stock to consultants under consulting agreements.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 5,946,516 shares of restricted common stock to noteholders for the conversion of debt and accrued interest having a value of $200,718 (at an average conversion price of $0.03375 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 5,686,667 shares of common stock ($0.02 to $0.06 per share) for aggregate proceeds of $301,200.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 500,000 commitment shares for debt financing ($0.042 per share) valued at $21,000.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company issued 95,667 shares for the settlement of debt $20,004.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT) (CONTINUED)

 

Common Stock (Continued)

 

Fiscal Year 2019

 

On January 12, 2019, the Company and Open Therapeutics agreed to extinguish the $75,000 contingent liability in exchange for a one-time issuance of 500,000 restricted shares of Company’s common stock. The shares were recorded at a value of $24,750 ($0.0495 per share) as a loss on settlement in the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

 

Fiscal Year 2020

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 2,450,000 shares under our various distribution agreements, as more fully described in Note 1. Common shares issued had a value of $496,261 ($0.08 to $0.2092 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 21,295,495 shares for conversion of debt in the amount of $467,500 as well as accrued interest in the amount of $28,762 ($0.01412 to $0.04725 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 250,000 shares issued to Vice President of Distribution and Marketing.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 7,100,000 shares issued for services rendered.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 2,350,000 shares for debt commitments in the amount of $218,460 ($0.039 to $0.19 per share).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company recognized $569,636 in beneficial conversion feature for convertible notes whereby the holder can exercise conversion rights at a discount to the market price.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company issued 5,470,286 shares under stock purchase agreements in consideration for $143,420 ($0.02 to $0.07 per share) to accredited investors that are unrelated third parties.

 

On March 27, 2020, the Company entered into a stock purchase agreement with an accredited investor to purchase 200,000 restricted shares of Company’s common stock for $5,000 ($0.025 per share.) As of this report date, these shares have not been issued.

 

In connection with some of the consulting agreements and board advisory agreements the Company has entered into, as the following clauses are part of the compensation arrangements: (a) the consultant will be reimbursed for all reasonable out of pocket expenses and (b) the Company, in its sole discretion, may make additional cash payments and/or issue additional shares of common stock to the consultant based upon the consultant’s performance. The Company recognized $569,636 and $296,705 in stock-based compensation expense related to these agreements in the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT) (CONTINUED)

 

Warrants for Common Stock

 

The following table summarizes warrant activity for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019:

 

       Weighted   Average     
       Average   Remaining   Aggregate 
       Exercise   Contractual   Intrinsic 
   Shares   Price   Term   Value 
                 
Outstanding at March 31, 2018   1,433,611   $1.06    3.02 Years   $        — 
                     
Granted                 
Expired   (223,335)   0.2843           
Exercised                  
Canceled                  
                     
Outstanding and exercisable March 31, 2019   1,210,276   $1.2    1.28 Years   $ 
                     
Granted                 
Expired   (488,011)   0.75           
Exercised                  
Canceled                  
                     
Outstanding and exercisable March 31, 2020   722,265   $1.50    0.83 Years   $ 

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, 213,334 warrants expired which were issued in conjunction with a one year 5% convertible note in the amount of $80,000 with GS Capital Partners, LLC. The five-year cashless warrants had an exercise price of $0.2625 per share. These warrants were cancelled as part of the convertible note agreement which the Company entered into with GS Capital Partners, LLC on March 14, 2019 in the amount of $300,000 (See Note 8 section c).

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, 10,001 three-year warrants expired which were awarded to investors in conjunction with security purchase agreements. These warrants had a strike price of $0.75.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, 488,011 three-year warrants expired which were awarded to investors in conjunction with security purchase agreements. These warrants had a strike price of $0.75.

 

Stock Options

 

On February 1, 2012, the Company awarded to each of two executives’, one current and one former, options to purchase 66,667 common shares, an aggregate of 133,334 shares. These options vested immediately and were for services performed.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT) (CONTINUED)

 

Stock Options (Continued)

 

The following table summarizes option activity for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019:

 

           Weighted     
       Weighted-   Average     
       Average   Remaining   Aggregate 
       Exercise   Contractual   Intrinsic 
   Shares   Price   Term   Value 
                 
Outstanding at March 31, 2018   133,334   $7.50    3.85 Years   $      — 
                     
Granted                  
Expired                  
Exercised                  
                     
Outstanding at March 31, 2019   133,334   $7.50    2.85 Years   $ 
                     
Granted                  
Expired                  
Exercised                  
                     
Outstanding and exercisable March 31, 2020   133,334   $7.50    1.85 Years   $ 

 

NOTE 11 – PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES

 

Deferred income taxes are determined using the liability method for the temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and income tax basis of the Company’s assets and liabilities. Deferred income taxes are measured based on the tax rates expected to be in effect when the temporary differences are included in the Company’s tax return. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on anticipated future tax consequences attributable to differences between financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases.

 

The following table summarizes the significant differences between the U.S. Federal statutory tax rate and the Company’s effective tax rate for financial statement purposes for the years ended March 31, 2020 and 2019:

 

   March 31, 2020   March 31,2019 
Federal income taxes at statutory rate   21.00%   21.00%
State income taxes at statutory rate   0.00%   0.00%
Temporary differences   2.42%   1.48%
Permanent differences   (0.87)%   0.24%
Impact of Tax Reform Act   0.00%   (167.44)%
Change in valuation allowance   (22.55)%   144.72%
Totals   0.00%   0.00%

 

Realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon sufficient future taxable income during the period that deductible temporary differences and carry-forwards are expected to be available to reduce taxable income. As the achievement of required future taxable income is uncertain, the Company recorded a valuation allowance.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 11 – PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED)

 

   As of   As of 
   March 31, 2020   March 31, 2019 
Deferred tax assets:          
Net operating losses before non-deductible items  $4,269,938   $3,685,807 
Loss on disposal of fixed assets   613    355 
Stock-based compensation   329,214    209,591 
Unrealized gains or losses on investments   (50,290)   (4,258)
Total deferred tax assets   4,599,765    3,891,495 
Less: Valuation allowance   (4,599,765)   (3,891,495)
           
Net deferred tax assets  $-   $- 

 

At March 31, 2020, the Company had a U.S. net operating loss carryforward in the approximate amount of $20.35 million available to offset future taxable income through 2038. The Company established valuation allowances equal to the full amount of the deferred tax assets due to the uncertainty of the utilization of the operating losses in future periods. The valuation allowance increased by $657,980 in the year ended March 31, 2020 and decreased by $1,516,710 in the year ended March 31, 2019. The net decreases were the result of the tax effects of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “TCJA”) offset by taxable losses net of timing differences in each of the years.

 

NOTE 12 – INVESTMENTS

 

Trading securities

 

For investments in securities of other companies that are owned, the Company records them at fair value with unrealized gains and losses reflected in other operating income or loss. For investments in these securities that are sold by us, the Company recognizes the gains and losses attributable to these securities investments as realized gains or losses in other operating income or loss on a first in first out basis.

 

Investment in Trading Securities:

 

At March 31, 2019

 

Company      Beginning
of Period
Cost
   Purchases   Sales
Proceeds
   End of
Period
Cost
   Fair
Value
   Realized
Gain
(Loss)
   Unrealized
Gain
(Loss)
 
Green Innovations Ltd (GNIN)*   (a)   $-    -   $-   $-   $-   $-   $- 
VistaGen Therapeutics Inc (VTGN)   (b)    490,117    349,498    (517,485)   287,500    294,400    (34,630)   6,900 
Blink Charging Co (BLNK)   (c)    190,350    151,666    (367,142)   -    -    25,126    - 
Blink Charging Co (BLNKW) (Warrants)   (c)    900    162,215    (468,496)   -    -    305,381    - 
Aytu BioScience Inc (AYTU)   (d)    82,270    100,030    (144,094)   -    -    (38,206)   - 
Lightbridge Corp. (LTBR)   (e)    37,511    299,028    (276,159)   -    -    (60,380)   - 
Pulmatrix Inc. (PULM)   (f)    -    204,802    (183,737)   -    -    (21,065)   - 
Axovant Sciences Ltd. (AXON)   (g)    -    103,938    (98,433)   -    -    (5,505)   - 
Basanite Inc. (BASA)   (h)    -    42,998    (10,821)   30,000    56,000    (2,177)   26,000 
Achieve Life Sciences (ACHV)   (i)    -    177,356    (112,221)   -    -    (65,135)   - 
Decision Diagnostics (DECN)   (j)    -    20,479    (16,893)   -    -    (3,586)   - 
Totals       $801,148   $1,612,010   $(2,195,481)  $317,500   $350,400   $99,823   $32,900*

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 12 – INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Trading securities (Continued)

 

At March 31, 2020

 

Company        

Beginning

of Period

Cost

    Purchases    

Sales

Proceeds

   

End of

Period

Cost

   

Fair

Value

   

Realized
Gain

(Loss)

   

Unrealized
Gain

(Loss)

 
VistaGen Therapeutics Inc (VTGN)     (b)       287,500             -       -       287,500      $ 101,200       -       (186,300)  
Basanite Inc. (BASA)     (h)       30,000       -       40,000       -       -       10,000       -  
Totals           $ 317,500     $ -     $ 40,000     $ 287,500     $ 101,200     $ -     $ (186,300 )**

 

* Represents the Unrealized Gain (Loss) at March 31, 2019 for securities being held by the Company. For the year ended March 31, 2019, there was a cumulative unrealized gain on trading securities of $223,349 on these investments.

 

**This amount represents the cumulative unrealized gain as of March 31, 2020, which includes $193,200 for the year ended March 31, 2020.

 

(a) During the year ended March 31, 2018, the Company’s investment in Green Innovations, Ltd. was sold for net proceeds of $6,815 and was previously carried as an investment included within Current Assets. The Company’s investment in Green Innovations, Ltd. had a cost of $250,000. A loss of $243,185 was recognized on the sale of this security in the year ended March 31, 2018. For the year ended March 31, 2019, there was a realized gain of $125.

 

(b) On December 11, 2017 the Company invested $480,000 in the common stock of VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. (VTGN). The Company purchased 320,000 common shares along with 320,000 five-year warrants with a strike price of $1.50. On March 26, 2018, the Company purchased an additional 10,000 common shares. The investment in the common shares is recorded at fair valve with unrealized gains and losses, reflected in other operating income. The Company’s investment in VTGN has a cost of $490,117, unrealized loss of $183,910 and a fair value of $306,207 at March 31, 2018. During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 59,380 shares of VTGN for $61,998 (average price per share of $1.04 per share) in the open market. The Company sold 389,380 shares of VTGN for $517,485 ($1.33 per share) for a realized loss of $34,630. The Company also purchased in a direct offering 230,000 restricted common shares directly from VTGN during the year ended March 31, 2019 for a cost of $287,500. On December 11, 2019, the Company purchased 250,000 three-year restricted warrant at a cost of $0.15 each (total value of $37,500). As of December 31, 2019, the Company has an unrealized gain on these shares in the amount of $6,900, and for the year ended March 31, 2019 has recorded a total realized loss of $34,630 in VTGN. As December 31, 2019, these shares were on deposit held with a broker.
   
(c) The Company participated in an $18,500,250 underwritten public offering by BLINK, which closed on February 14, 2018. The Company invested $191,250 of its balance sheet cash and purchased 45,000 registered shares, as well as warrants exercisable immediately for a period of five (5) years from the date of issuance for up to 90,000 additional shares of common stock of BLINK. The Warrants carry an exercise price of $4.25 per share, and also trade on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol: BLNKW. The Company’s investment in BLINK common stock and warrants had a cost of $191,250, unrealized loss of $35,955 and a fair value of $155,295 at March 31, 2018. During the three months ended June 30, 2018 the Company purchased 41,018 shares of BLINK at a cost of $151,666 (average price per share of $3.69). The Company sold its total holding of 86,018 shares of BLINK for $367,142 (average price per share of $4.26) realizing a gain of $25,126. During the three months ended June 30, 2018, the Company also purchased 208,800 warrants of BLNKW (average price per warrant of $0.77) and sold its entire position of 298,800 for $468,496 (average price per warrant of $1.60) realizing a gain of $305,381.
   
(d) On March 2 and March 8, 2018, the Company purchased 188,300 common shares of AYTU Bioscience (ATYU). The investment in the common shares is recorded at fair valve with unrealized gains and losses, reflected in other operating income. The Company’s investment in ATYU had a cost of $82,270, unrealized gain of $37,677 and a fair value of $119,947 at March 31, 2018. During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 260,000 shares of AYTU for a $100,830 (average price per share $0.38). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company sold all 448,300 shares of AYTU for $144,094 ($0.32 per share). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company had a realized loss of $38,206 on this holding.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 12 – INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Trading securities (Continued)

 

(e) On March 12, 2018, the Company purchased 25,000 common shares of Lightbridge Corp (LTBR). The investment in the common shares is recorded at fair valve with unrealized gains and losses, reflected in other operating income. The Company’s investment in LTBR had a cost of $37,511, unrealized loss of $8,261 and a fair value of $29,250 at March 31, 2018. During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 287,405 shares of LTBR for $295,625 (average of $1.03 per share). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company sold 312,405 shares of LTBR for $276,159 (average price per share of $0.884) realizing a loss of $60,380.
   
(f) During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 391,514 shares of Pulmatix Inc. (PULM) for $204,802 (average per share price of $0.52). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company sold all 391,514 shares for $183,747 ($0.47 per share). The Company had a realized loss of $21,065 on this holding.

 

(g)

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 40,000 shares of Axovant Sciences Ltd. (AXON) for $103,938 (average share price of $2.60). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company sold all 40,000 shares for $98,433 ($2.46 per share). The Company had a realized loss of $5,505 on this holding.

   
(h) On July 5, 2018, the Company purchased 100,000 shares of Basanite Industries Inc. (BASA) (formerly Paymeon, Inc. (PAYM)) for $12,998 ($0.13 per share) in the open market. During July 2018 the Company sold the 100,000 shares for $10,821 ($0.11 per share) for a realized loss of $2,177. On July 9, 2018, the Company purchased 400,000 restricted common shares directly from the Company for $30,000 ($0.075 per share). During the year ended March 31, 20120, the Company sold its 400,000 shares for $40,000 ($0.10 per share) recognizing a profit of $10,000.

 

(i) During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 44,000 common shares of Achieve Life Sciences (ACHV) for $177,355 ($4.03 per share). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company sold all 44,000 shares for $112,221 ($2.55 per share) for a realized loss of $65,135.
   
(j) During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company purchased 450,000 common shares of Decision Diagnostics (DECN) for $20,480 ($0.046 per share). During the year ended March 31, 2019, the Company sold all of its shares for $16,893 ($0.038 per share) for a realized loss of $3,586.

 

At March 31, 2020, the Company held warrants for AYTU to purchase 5,555 common shares at a strike price of $10.80 with an expiration of March 6, 2023. The strike price and number of shares were adjusted for the August 10, 2018, 1 for 20 reverse stock-split. At March 31, 2020, these warrants were out of the money by $9.30 per share and are not publicly traded, and the Company has not recognized the value of these warrants as they are not liquid.

 

On December 11, 2019, the Company purchased 250,000 three-year restricted warrant for VTGN at a cost of $0.15 each (total value of $37,500). These warrants have a strike price of $0.50 each. As of March 31, 2020, these shares were $0.06 out of the money but since these warrants are not publicly traded, the Company has not recognized the value of these warrants as they are not liquid.

 

In addition to the 250,000 VTGN warrants noted above, at March 31, 2020, the Company currently holds warrants for VTGN to purchase 320,000 shares of common stock at a strike price of $1.50 per share with an expiration of December 13, 2022. At March 31, 2020 these warrants were out of the money by $1.06 each. The Company also owns warrants for VTGN to purchase 230,000 shares of common stock at a strike price of $1.50 per share with an expiration of February 28, 2022. On December 4, 2019, VTGN adjusted the strike price of the February 2022 warrants to $0.50 each. These was neither a gain nor loss on the transaction since there is no value recognized by the Company. At March 31, 2020, these warrants were out of the money by $0.06 per share. Since these 550,000 total warrants are not publicly traded, the Company has not recognized the value of these warrants as they are not liquid. The strike price on these options will revert back to $1.50 at December 4, 2021 for all unexercised options.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 12 – INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Digital Currency

 

On April 2, 2018, the Company completed a purchase in the Groestlcoin cryptocurrency (Crypto Currency Code: GRS) in the aggregate amount of $8,000 for 11,922.81 units ($0.6569 per unit). The purchase of this currency cannot be executed directly using $USD. The Company must purchase Bitcoin (BTC) and then purchase the Groestlcoin cryptocurrency by using BTC. This two-step process triggers the potential recognition of realized gains or losses on the purchase of Groestlcoin. On July 15, 2018, the Company sold all of its 39,862 units of Groestlcoin cryptocurrency converting it into 4.17 units of BTC having a value of $32,230. On August 20, 2018, the Company converted its BTC to gold bullion and silver coins at a value of $26,783.

 

On August 25, 2018, the Company sold all gold and silver commodities held for a sum of $24,046, recognizing a loss on the transaction of $2,737. During the year ended March 31, 2019, had an unrealized loss on digital currency of $3,143 prior to the conversion to the gold and silver. During the year ended March 31, 2020, the Company had no digital currency activity.

 

Equity investments

 

Honeywood

 

Effective August 1, 2017, the Company entered into a Debt Conversion Agreement in respect to a secured promissory note issued following the unwinding of the Honeywood acquisition (See NOTE 1), whereby the Company agreed to convert the entire principal and accrued but unpaid interest due under the note into a 5% membership interest in Honeywood.

 

The Company made an assessment for impairment of its investment in Honeywood at the entity level. During the relationship between the Company and Honeywood, Honeywood had a working capital deficiency and had a history of operating losses. In accordance with FASB ASC 320-10-35-28, “Investments—Debt and Equity Securities,” a Company may not record an impairment loss on the investment but shall continue to evaluate whether the investment is impaired (that is, shall estimate the fair value of the investment) in each subsequent reporting period until either of the following occurs: (a) the investment experiences a recovery of fair value up to (or beyond) its cost; or (b) the entity recognizes an other-than-temporary impairment loss. At the time of the Debt Conversion Agreement the receivable balance of $199,119 had been fully written off by the Company in a prior period. As a result of this Debt Conversion Agreement, the Company deemed the investment to still have no current value. The Company recorded this investment at $0. Thus, no recovery of bad debt and no impairment will be recognized in this year.

 

Cost investments

 

Küdzoo, Inc.

 

On September 4, 2018, the Company invested $15,000 in Küdzoo, Inc. (“Küdzoo”), a privately held company. Küdzoo is the developer of a mobile application that rewards students for their grades and achievements with deals and opportunities. The investment is recorded at cost and represents 0.2% of the value of Küdzoo based on a pre-money valuation of $7,500,000.

 

On March 21, 2019, the Company invested $22,500 in Küdzoo. This investment was recorded at cost and represents 0.22% of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000. On April 8, 2019, the Company invested another $20,400, which was recorded at cost representing a 0.42% of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

The Company tested the investment value for Küdzoo as of March 31, 2019 for impairment. It was noted that the value of the Küdzoo had increased based on recent equity raises in which the Company took part in. As a result of the new equity raises, the Company does not believe there is any impairment of this investment as of December 31, 2019.

 

On April 8, 2019, the Company invested $20,400 in Küdzoo, Inc., in which the Company had previously invested $37,500. The $20,400 investment was recorded at cost representing a 0.2% of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 12 – INVESTMENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Equity investments

 

Cost investments (Continued)

 

Küdzoo, Inc. (continued)

 

On December l8, 2019, the Company invested $22,000 in Küdzoo, Inc. The $22,000 investment was recorded at cost representing a 0.2% of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

On January 6, 2020 and January 24, 2020, the Company invested a total of $25,700 in Küdzoo, Inc. The $25,700 investment was recorded at cost representing a 0.25%  of the proportionate interest in the outstanding of the Company after this offering based on a pre-money valuation of $10,200,000.

 

Subsequent to March 31, 2020, the current equity round, the entire valuation under which the Company invested was revalued to a valuation of $7,500,000 and the Company was made whole by a proportionate increase in its equity ownership. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s adjusted ownership percentage was 1.41%.

 

Serendipity

 

On October 31, 2018, the Company invested $35,000 in Serendipity Brands LLC (dba Serendipity Ice Cream Co.) (“Serendipity”), a privately held Company. Serendipity is an ice cream distribution company providing wholesale distribution to retail customers. The investment was recorded at cost and represents 0.24% of the value of Serendipity based on a pre-money valuation of approximately $14 million.

 

The Company tested the investment value for Serendipity as of March 31, 2020  for impairment. It was noted that the value of the company has maintained its value through reviews of their financial performance, therefore, the Company does not believe there is any impairment of this investment as of March 31, 2020.

 

NOTE 13 – FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

 

The following summarizes the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis at March 31, 2020 and 2019:

 

   March 31, 2020 
   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total 
Assets                
Investment-trading securities  $101,200   $       -   $-   $101,200 
Cost method investment – Küdzoo  $-   $-   $105,600   $105,600 
Cost method investment – Serendipity Brands  $-   $-   $35,000   $35,000 

 

    March 31, 2019  
    Level 1     Level 2     Level 3     Total  
Assets                                
Investment-trading securities   $ 350,400     $        -     $ -     $ 350,400  
Cost method investment – Küdzoo   $ -     $ -     $ 37,500     $ 37,500  
Cost method investment – Serendipity Brands   $ -     $ -     $ 35,000     $ 35,000  

 

NOTE 14 – CONCENTRATIONS

 

During the year ended March 31, 2019, we have one supplier for 100% of our product who is also the manufacturer of Tauri-GumTM.

 

During the year ended March 31, 2020, we have one supplier for our Tauri-GumTM product (mint, blood orange and pomegranate gum) which accounted for 84.8% of our full year-end inventory as well as 84.8% of sales for this period.

 

For the years ended March 31, 2020, two customers accounted for 41.20% of product sales from continuing operations. For the year ended March 31, 2019, one customer accounted for 97% of product sales from continuing operations.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

Subsequent to March 31, 2020, the Company issued additional shares of Common Stock as follows: (i) 6,000,000 restricted shares of common stock in a private placement purchased by accredited individual investors for cash of $191,000 ($0.0318 per share); (ii) 1,000,000 shares of restricted common stock were issued to consultants for services rendered (iii) 525,000 shares of restricted common stock for commitment shares relative to convertible notes issued and (iv) 20,009,621 shares of restricted common stock in conversion of convertible notes issued by us of $370,000 and accrued interest of $26,841, (v) 5,000,000 shares of restricted common stock were issued in conjunction with the collaboration agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. and (vi) 5,750,000 registered shares of our Common Stock were issued under the Investment Agreement with Tangiers.

 

See description of our stock issuances in this annual report beginning on page F-40, and as otherwise described in this annual report in more detail through the description of the applicable agreements pursuant to which we have issued these securities.

 

Collaboration Agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc.

 

On April 3, 2020, Tauriga Sciences, Inc. entered into a collaboration agreement (“Collaboration Agreement”) with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. (“Aegea”), for the purpose of developing a Rapid, Multiplexed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Point of Care Test with Superior Sensitivity and Selectivity (the “SARS-Col 2 Test”). The parties believe that the benefits of the SARS-CoV-2 Test are as follows: a Rapid SARS-CoV-2 test with the sensitivity and specificity to eliminate false negatives and false positives, and with the ability to detect and measure viral shed, even in patients who are asymptomatic. This SARS-CoV-2 test would use Aegea’s patented technologies, including Selector Technology - is this described anywhere here? If not, delete], to take coronavirus testing to the next level by differentiating different strains of SARS-CoV-2. The test, if successful, would be adaptable to additional SARS-CoV-2 strain types as necessary and as the virus mutates. It also has the possibility to be rapidly be customized to provide similarly sensitive and specific assays for other viruses. The Company has committed to raise funding for the purposes set forth in under the Collaboration Agreement from its $5,000,000 Equity Line of Credit (“ELOC”) beginning on March 16, 2020. Seventy percent (70%) of the Net Proceeds from the sale of the initial 10,000,000 shares of stock of Tauriga under the ELOC will be invested in Aegea for the development of the Covid Test and used to purchase shares of common stock of Aegea, at a purchase price of $4.00 per share.

 

Pursuant to the amended terms of the Collaboration Agreement, following the initial sale of 10,000,000 shares of our common stock under the ELOC, twenty percent (20%) of all subsequent net proceeds from the sale of shares under the ELOC shall be used to purchase additional shares of common stock of Aegea at a purchase price of $4.00 per share. The $4.00 stock price corresponds to a current pre-money valuation of Aegea of $25,000,000 for each tranche of cash, up to the first $2,000,000 of our investment in Aegea. The valuation will be reassessed and reset by the parties after the first $2,000,000 of Tauriga’s investment is received by Aegea. In addition, as part of our agreement with Aegea, On May 26, 2020, Tauriga also issued to Aegea 5,000,000 unregistered common shares of Tauriga common stock. The Collaboration Agreement commence upon signing and will continue indefinitely, unless amended or terminated by mutual written agreement of the parties. As of this report date and subsequent to the balance sheet date, the Company has invested $183,443 in exchange for 45,861 shares of Aegea ($4.00 per share).

 

Convertible Notes

 

GS Capital, LLC

 

On April 17, 2020, the Company entered into a one year 8% $55,000 convertible Note with GS Capital Partners, LLC pursuant to the terms of a Securities Purchase Agreement (“GS Note”). The GS Note has a maturity date of April 17, 2021 and carried a $5,000 original issue discount (such that $50,000 was funded to the Company on April 17, 2020). The holder is entitled, at its option, at any time after cash payment, to convert all or any amount of the principal face amount of the GS Note then outstanding into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily volume weighted average price (VWAP) of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets exchange, which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the twenty (20) prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. Such conversion shall be effectuated by the Company delivering the shares of common stock to the holder within 3 business days of receipt by the Company of the notice of conversion. Accrued but unpaid interest shall be subject to conversion. To the extent the conversion price of the Company’s common stock closes below the par value per share, the Company will take all steps necessary to solicit the consent of the stockholders to reduce the par value to the lowest value possible under law. The Company agrees to honor all conversions submitted pending this increase.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

GS Capital, LLC (Continued)

 

In the event the Company experiences a DTC “Chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 55% instead of 65% while that “Chill” is in effect. In no event shall the holder be allowed to affect a conversion if such conversion, along with all other shares of the Company common stock beneficially owned by the holder and its affiliates would exceed 9.9% of the outstanding shares of the common stock of the Company. During the first six months that the GS Capital Note is in effect, the Company may redeem the GS Note by paying to the holder an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but less than the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 133% of the unpaid principal amount of this Note along with any accrued interest. The GS Note may not be redeemed after 180 days after entering into it. Upon an event of default, among other default provisions set forth in the GS Capital Note, (i) interest shall accrue at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or, if such rate is usurious or not permitted by current law, then at the highest rate of interest permitted by law. (ii) if the Company shall fail to deliver to the holder the shares of common stock without restrictive legend (when permissible in accordance with applicable law) within three (3) business days of its receipt of a notice of conversion, then the Company shall pay a penalty of $250 per day the shares are not issued beginning on the 4th day after the conversion notice was delivered to the Company (which shall be increased to $500 per day beginning on the 10th day); (iii) if the Company’s stock ceases to be listed on an exchange, its stock is suspended from trading for more than 10 consecutive trading days or the Company ceases to file its reports with the SEC under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, then the outstanding principal due under the GS Capital Note shall increase by 50%; or (iv) if the GS Capital Note is not paid at maturity, the outstanding principal due under this Note shall increase by 10%. In connection with the GS Capital Note, the Company issued irrevocable transfer agent instructions reserving 5,717,000 shares of its common Stock for conversions under this Note (the “Share Reserve”) within 5 days from the date of execution and shall maintain a 2.5 times reserve for the amount then outstanding. Upon full conversion or repayment of this Note, any shares remaining in the Share Reserve shall be cancelled. The Company issued to the noteholder 150,000 shares of its restricted common stock as debt commitment shares valued at $5,000 ($0.03 per share).

 

Adar Alef, LLC

 

On April 30, 2020, the Company entered into securities purchase agreement with Adar Alef, LLC whereby the Company issued an 8% convertible redeemable note in the principal amount of $44,000. The note was funded with net proceeds of $37,800, after the deduction of $4,000 for OID and $2,200 in legal fees. The note has a maturity date of April 30, 2021. The face value amount plus accrued interest under the note are convertible into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price for each share of common stock equal to 65% of the lowest daily VWAP of the common stock as reported on the National Quotations Bureau OTC Markets market on which the Company’s shares are traded or any exchange upon which the common stock may be traded in the future, for the 20 prior trading days including the day upon which a notice of conversion is received by the Company or its transfer agent. In the event the Company experiences a DTC “chill” on its shares, the conversion price shall be decreased to 55% instead of 65% while that “chill” is in effect. Upon an event of default, principal and accrued interest will become immediately due and payable under the notes. Additionally, upon an event of default, both notes will accrue interest at a default interest rate of 24% per annum or the highest rate of interest permitted by law. During the first 6 months following the Issuance Date, the Company may redeem this Note by paying to the Holder an amount equal to the sum of 140% of the face amount plus any accrued interest. The redemption must be closed and paid for within 3 business days of the Company sending the redemption demand or the redemption will be invalid, and the Company may not redeem this Note. In the event this Note is not prepaid within the 6-month period, the conversion Price described above shall be decreased from 65% to 60% (reflecting an effective conversion discount of 40%). Further, certain events of default may trigger penalty and liquidated damage provisions. (This note contains a provision where if the Company shall have defaulted on or breached any term of any other note of similar debt instrument into which the Company has entered and failed to cure such default within the appropriate grace period they would be considered in default of this note. The Company shall establish an initial reserve of 7,736,000 shares of its common stock and at all times reserve a minimum of 4 times the amount of shares required if the note were to fully convert. This Note may not be prepaid after the 6-month anniversary of the issuance date.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

Tangiers Global, LLC

 

On May 8, 2020, the Company effectuated a six-month fixed convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC with a total face value of $102,500 containing an original issue discount of $2,500. On May 8, 2020, the Company received funds in the amount of $50,000 and recognized original issue discount of $1,250. This note matures on November 8, 2020 and bears an annual interest rate of 5%. This note has a fixed conversion price of $0.03 per share. The Company may redeem the note by paying to Tangiers an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount so paid of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, and (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120%. After 180 days from the effective date, the Company may not pay this note, in whole or in part without prior written consent by Holder. The Company covenants that it will at all times reserve and keep available for Tangiers, out of its authorized and unissued Common Stock three times the number of shares of Common Stock as shall be issuable upon the full conversion of this Note. If the Note is not retired on or before the Maturity Date, then at any time and from time to time after the Maturity Date, and subject to the terms hereof and restrictions and limitations contained herein, the Tangiers shall have the right, at the Tangiers’s sole option, to convert in whole or in part the outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount under this Note into shares of Common Stock at the Variable Conversion Price which shall be equal to the lower of: (a) the Fixed Conversion Price or (b) 70% of the lowest volume weighted average price of the Company’s Common Stock during the 15 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which Tangiers elects to convert all or part of the Note. If the Company is placed on “chilled” status with the DTC, the discount shall be increased by 10%, i.e., from 30% to 40%, until such chill is remedied. If the Company is not DWAC eligible through their transfer agent and DTC’s FAST system, the discount will be increased by 5%, i.e., from 30% to 35%. In the case of both, the discount shall be a cumulative increase of 15%, i.e., from 30% to 45%. Tangiers may not engage in any “shorting” or “hedging” transaction(s) in the Common Stock of the Company prior to conversion.

 

In the “Event of Default”, defined (i) a default in payment of any amount due hereunder; (ii) a default in the timely issuance of underlying shares, which default continues for 2 Trading Days after the Company has failed to issue shares or deliver stock certificates within the 3rd Trading Day following the Conversion Date; (iii) if the Company does not issue the press release or file the Current Report on Form 8-K; (iv) failure by the Company for 3 days after notice has been received by the Company to comply with any material provision of this Note; (v) any representation or warranty of the Company in this Note that is found to have been incorrect in any material respect when made, including, without limitation, the Exhibits; (vi) failure of the Company to remain compliant with DTC, thus incurring a “chilled” status with DTC; (vii) any default of any mortgage, indenture or instrument which may be issued, or by which there may be secured or evidenced any indebtedness, for money borrowed by the Company or for money borrowed the repayment of which is guaranteed by the Company, whether such indebtedness or guarantee now exists or shall be created hereafter; (viii) if the Company is subject to any Bankruptcy Event; (ix) any failure of the Company to satisfy its “filing” obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “1934 Act”) and the rules and guidelines issued by OTC Markets News Service, OTC Markets Group, Inc. and their affiliates; (x) failure of the Company to remain in good standing under the laws of its state of domicile; (xi) any failure of the Company to provide the Tangiers with information related to its corporate structure including, but not limited to, the number of authorized and outstanding shares, public float within 1 Trading Day of request by Tangiers; (xii) failure by the Company to maintain the Required Reserve; (xiii) failure of Company’s Common Stock to maintain a closing bid price in its Principal Market for more than 3 consecutive Trading Days; (xiv) any delisting from a Principal Market for any reason; (xv) failure by Company to pay any of its transfer agent fees in excess of $2,000 or to maintain a transfer agent of record; (xvi) failure by Company to notify Tangiers of a change in transfer agent within 24 hours of such change; (xvii) any trading suspension imposed by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) under Sections 12(j) or 12(k) of the 1934 Act; (xviii) failure by the Company to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy the availability of Rule 144 to the Tangiers or its assigns, including but not limited to the timely fulfillment of its filing requirements as a fully- reporting issuer registered with the SEC, requirements for XBRL filings, and requirements for disclosure of financial statements on its website; or (xix) failure of the Company to abide by the Use of Proceeds or failure of the Company to inform the Tangiers of a change in the Use of Proceeds. If an Event of Default occurs, the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note owing in respect thereof through the date of acceleration, shall become, at the Tangiers’s election, immediately due and payable in cash at the “Mandatory Default Amount”. The Mandatory Default Amount means 20% of the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note will be automatically added to the Principal Sum of the Note and tack back to the Effective Date for purposes of Rule 144.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

Tangiers Global, LLC (Continued)

 

Commencing 5 days after the occurrence of any Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, this Note shall accrue additional interest, in addition to the Note’s “guaranteed” interest, at a rate equal to the lesser of 15% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law. In connection with such acceleration described herein, the Tangiers need not provide, and the Issuer hereby waives, any presentment, demand, protest or other notice of any kind, and the Tangiers may immediately and without expiration of any grace period enforce any and all of its rights and remedies hereunder and all other remedies available to it under applicable law. Such acceleration may be rescinded and annulled by the Tangiers at any time prior to payment hereunder and the Tangiers shall have all rights as a Tangiers of the note until such time, if any, as the Tangiers receives full payment. No such rescission or annulment shall affect any subsequent event of default or impair any right consequent thereon.

 

Convertible Notes – Other

 

On June 29, 2020, the Company fully paid and retired the Odyssey Funding, LLC dated December 18, 2019 having principal of $100,000 and accrued interest in the amount of $4,252. This note included a prepayment penalty in the amount of $45,748. The share reserve of 22,084,000 shares was released upon satisfaction of the note and returned to treasury.

 

Investment – Küdzoo, Inc.

 

Concerning the Company’s Investment in Küdzoo, Inc. of $105,600, subsequent to March 31, 2020, the current equity round, the entire valuation under which the Company invested was revalued to a valuation of $7,500,000 and the Company was made whole by a proportionate increase in its equity ownership. As of March 31, 2020, the Company’s adjusted ownership percentage was 1.41%.

 

Firstfire Global Opportunities, LLC

 

On May 18, 2020, the Company entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (“SPA”) with Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund, LLC (“Firstfire”) pursuant to a convertible promissory note in the principal amount of $88,333, having an original issue discount in the amount of $8,833. On May 24, 2020, the Company received funds in the amount of $75,000 after the deduction of legal fees in the amount of $4,500. This note bears an annual interest rate of 8%. Any principal amount or interest on this Note which is not paid when due shall bear interest at the rate of the lesser of (i) fifteen percent (15%) per annum and (ii) the maximum amount permitted by law from the due date thereof until the same is paid. The Holder shall have the right, at any time on or after the Issue Date, to convert all or any portion of the then outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount and interest into fully paid and non-assessable shares of Common Stock. In no event shall the Holder be entitled to convert any portion of this Note in excess of that portion of this Note upon conversion of which the sum would result in beneficial ownership by the Holder and its affiliates of more than 4.99% of the then outstanding shares of Common Stock. The per share conversion price into which Principal Amount and interest under this Note shall be convertible into shares of Common Stock hereunder shall be equal to 65% multiplied by the average of the two (2) lowest volume weighted average prices of the Common Stock during the fifteen (15) consecutive Trading Day period immediately preceding the date of the respective conversion. The borrower covenants that at all times until the Note is satisfied in full, the borrower will reserve from its authorized and unissued Common Stock a sufficient number of shares, free from preemptive rights, to provide for the issuance of a number of Conversion Shares equal to the greater of: (a) 8,500,000 shares of Common Stock or (b) the sum of the number of Conversion Shares issuable upon the full conversion of this Note multiplied by (ii) three and a half (3.5).

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

Firstfire Global Opportunities, LLC (Continued)

 

At any time after the Issue Date, (i) if in the case that the borrower’s Common Stock is not deliverable by DWAC, (ii) if the borrower ceases to be a reporting company pursuant or subject to the Exchange Act, (iii) if the borrower loses a market for its common Stock, (iv) if the borrower fails to maintain its status as “DTC Eligible” for any reason, (v) if the Conversion Price is less than one cent ($0.01), (vi) if the Note cannot be converted into free trading shares on or after six months from the Issue Date, (vii) if at any time the borrower does not maintain or replenish the Reserved Amount (as defined herein) within three (3) business days of the request of the Holder, (viii) if the borrower fails to maintain the listing of the Common Stock on at least one of the OTC Markets or an equivalent replacement exchange, the Nasdaq National Market, the Nasdaq Small Cap Market, the New York Stock Exchange, or the NYSE MKT, (ix) if the borrower fails to comply with the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act; the reporting requirements necessary to satisfy the availability of Rule 144 to the Holder or its assigns, including but not limited to the timely fulfillment of its filing requirements as a fully-reporting issuer registered with the SEC, the requirements for XBRL filings, the requirements for disclosure of financial statements on its website, (x) if the borrower effectuates a reverse split of its Common Stock without twenty (20) days prior written notice to the Holder, (xi) if OTC Markets changes the borrower’s designation to ‘No Information’ (Stop Sign), ‘Caveat Emptor’ (Skull and Crossbones), or ‘OTC’, ‘Other OTC’ or ‘Grey Market’ (Exclamation Mark Sign), (xii) the restatement of any financial statements filed by the borrower with the SEC for any date or period from two years prior to the Issue Date of this Note and until this Note is no longer outstanding, if the result of such restatement would, by comparison to the unrestated financial statement, have constituted a material adverse effect on the rights of the Holder with respect to this Note or the Purchase Agreement, (xiii) any cessation of trading of the Common Stock on at least one of the OTC Markets or an equivalent replacement exchange, and such cessation of trading shall continue for a period of five consecutive (5) Trading Days, and/or (xiv) the borrower loses the “bid” price for its Common Stock ($0.0001 on the “Ask” with zero market makers on the “Bid” per Level 2), and/or (xv) if the Holder is notified in writing by the Company or the Company’s transfer agent that the Company does not have the necessary amount of authorized and issuable shares of Common Stock available to satisfy the issuance of Shares pursuant to a Conversion Notice, then in addition to all other remedies under this Note (including but not limited the default provisions provided in this Note), the Holder shall be entitled to increase, by 15% for each occurrence, cumulative or otherwise, the discount to the Conversion Price shall apply for all future conversions under the Note. The Holder maintains the option and sole discretion to increase by Ten Thousand and No/100 United States Dollars ($10,000) per each occurrence described above (under Holder’s and borrower’s expectation that any principal amount increase will tack back to the Issue Date) the principal amount of the Note instead of applying further discounts to the Conversion Price. At any time prior to or as of the earlier of the (i) the first conversion date and (ii) the 180th calendar day after the issue date, the borrower shall have the right to prepay the outstanding principal amount and interest then due under this note. If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time within the initial 30 calendar days following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 115% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

Firstfire Global Opportunities, LLC (Continued)

 

If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time from the 31st calendar day through the 60th calendar day following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 125% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount. If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time from the 61st calendar day through the 120th calendar day following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 135% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount. If the borrower exercises its right to prepay the note at any time from the 121st calendar day through the 180th calendar day following the issue date, the borrower shall make payment to the holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of: (w) 140% multiplied by the principal amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the principal amount. It shall be considered an event of default if any of the following events shall occur: (a) Failure to Pay Principal or Interest; (b) the borrower fails to issue conversion shares to the holder upon exercise by the holder of the conversion rights; (c) the borrower breaches any material agreement, covenant or other material term or condition contained in the purchase agreement, this note, the irrevocable transfer agent instructions or in any agreement, statement or certificate given in writing pursuant hereto or in connection herewith or therewith; (d) any representation or warranty of the borrower made in the purchase agreement, this note, the irrevocable transfer agent instructions or in any agreement, statement or certificate given in writing pursuant hereto or in connection herewith or therewith shall be false or misleading in any material respect; (e) the borrower or any subsidiary of the borrower shall make an assignment for the benefit of creditors; (f) any money judgment, writ or similar process shall be entered or filed against the borrower or any subsidiary of the borrower or any of its property or other assets for more than $100,000; (g) bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or liquidation proceedings or other proceedings, voluntary or involuntary, for relief under any bankruptcy law or any law for the relief of debtors shall be instituted by or against the borrower or any subsidiary of the borrower; (h) delisting of common stock; (i) failure to comply with the reporting requirements of the 1934 Act and/or the borrower shall cease to be subject to the reporting requirements of the 1934 Act; (j) any dissolution, liquidation, or winding up of borrower or any substantial portion of its business; (k) cessation of operations; (l) failure by borrower to maintain any material intellectual property rights, personal, real property or other assets which are necessary to conduct its business; (m) financial statement restatement from two years prior to the issue date of this note and until this note is no longer outstanding, whereby the restatement, by comparison to the unrestated financial statement, have constituted a material adverse effect on the rights of the holder with respect to this note or the purchase agreement; (n) the borrower effectuates a reverse split of its common stock without twenty (20) days prior written notice to the holder; (o) replacement of transfer agent whereby the borrower fails to provide, prior to the effective date of such replacement, a fully executed irrevocable transfer agent instructions in a form as initially delivered pursuant to the SPA; (p) the DTC places a “chill” on any of the borrower’s securities (q) any court of competent jurisdiction issues an order declaring this note, the SPA or any provision hereunder or thereunder to be illegal; (r) the common stock is not eligible for trading through the DTC’s Fast Automated Securities Transfer or Deposit/Withdrawal at Custodian programs; (s) declaration of an event of default by any lender or other extender of after the passage of all applicable notice and cure or grace periods; (t) borrower loses the “bid” price for its Common Stock; (u) attempt by the borrower to transmit, convey or disclose material non-public information concerning the borrower which is not immediately cured by borrower filing a Form 8-K pursuant to Regulation FD on that same date; (v) at any time on or after the date which is six (6) months after the issue date, the holder is unable to obtain a standard “144 legal opinion letter” from an attorney reasonably acceptable to the holder; (y) delisting or suspension of trading of common stock.

 

Upon the occurrence and during the continuation of any event of default become immediately due and payable and the borrower shall pay to the holder, in full satisfaction of its obligations hereunder, an amount equal to the principal amount then outstanding plus accrued interest through the date of full repayment multiplied by 150%. holder may, in its sole discretion, determine to accept payment part in common stock and part in cash. If a breach occurs as a result of the unavailability of Rule 144, failure to comply with the 1934 Act or the borrower fails to issue conversion shares. occurs or is continuing after the six (6) month anniversary of the issue date, then the holder shall be entitled to use the lowest closing bid price during the delinquency period as a base price for any conversion hereunder.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

Tangiers Global, LLC

 

On June 24, 2020, the Company effectuated a six-month fixed convertible promissory note with Tangiers Global, LLC with a total face value of $210,000 containing an original issue discount of $10,000. On June 26, 2020, the Company received funds in the amount of $200,000 and recognized original issue discount of $10,000. This note matures on December 24, 2020 and bears an interest rate of 8%, guaranteed. This note has a fixed conversion price of $0.03 per share. The Company may redeem the note by paying to Tangiers an amount as follows: (i) if the redemption is within the first 90 days of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 110% of the unpaid principal amount so paid of this Note along with any interest that has accrued during that period, and (ii) if the redemption is after the 91st day, but by the 180th day of the issuance date, then for an amount equal to 120%. After 180 days from the effective date, the Company may not pay this note, in whole or in part without prior written consent by Holder. The Company covenants that it will at all times reserve and keep available for Tangiers, out of its authorized and unissued Common Stock three times the number of shares of Common Stock as shall be issuable upon the full conversion of this Note. If the Note is not retired on or before the Maturity Date, then at any time and from time to time after the Maturity Date, and subject to the terms hereof and restrictions and limitations contained herein, the Tangiers shall have the right, at the Tangiers’s sole option, to convert in whole or in part the outstanding and unpaid Principal Amount under this Note into shares of Common Stock at the Variable Conversion Price which shall be equal to the lower of: (a) the Fixed Conversion Price or (b) 70% of the lowest volume weighted average price of the Company’s Common Stock during the 15 consecutive Trading Days prior to the date on which Tangiers elects to convert all or part of the Note. If the Company is placed on “chilled” status with the DTC, the discount shall be increased by 10%, i.e., from 30% to 40%, until such chill is remedied. If the Company is not DWAC eligible through their transfer agent and DTC’s FAST system, the discount will be increased by 5%, i.e., from 30% to 35%. In the case of both, the discount shall be a cumulative increase of 15%, i.e., from 30% to 45%. Tangiers may not engage in any “shorting” or “hedging” transaction(s) in the Common Stock of the Company prior to conversion.

 

In the “Event of Default”, defined (i) a default in payment of any amount due hereunder; (ii) a default in the timely issuance of underlying shares, which default continues for 2 Trading Days after the Company has failed to issue shares or deliver stock certificates within the 3rd Trading Day following the Conversion Date; (iii) if the Company does not issue the press release or file the Current Report on Form 8-K; (iv) failure by the Company for 3 days after notice has been received by the Company to comply with any material provision of this Note; (v) any representation or warranty of the Company in this Note that is found to have been incorrect in any material respect when made, including, without limitation, the Exhibits; (vi) failure of the Company to remain compliant with DTC, thus incurring a “chilled” status with DTC; (vii) any default of any mortgage, indenture or instrument which may be issued, or by which there may be secured or evidenced any indebtedness, for money borrowed by the Company or for money borrowed the repayment of which is guaranteed by the Company, whether such indebtedness or guarantee now exists or shall be created hereafter; (viii) if the Company is subject to any Bankruptcy Event; (ix) any failure of the Company to satisfy its “filing” obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “1934 Act”) and the rules and guidelines issued by OTC Markets News Service, OTC Markets Group, Inc. and their affiliates; (x) failure of the Company to remain in good standing under the laws of its state of domicile; (xi) any failure of the Company to provide the Tangiers with information related to its corporate structure including, but not limited to, the number of authorized and outstanding shares, public float within 1 Trading Day of request by Tangiers; (xii) failure by the Company to maintain the Required Reserve; (xiii) failure of Company’s Common Stock to maintain a closing bid price in its Principal Market for more than 3 consecutive Trading Days; (xiv) any delisting from a Principal Market for any reason; (xv) failure by Company to pay any of its transfer agent fees in excess of $2,000 or to maintain a transfer agent of record; (xvi) failure by Company to notify Tangiers of a change in transfer agent within 24 hours of such change; (xvii) any trading suspension imposed by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) under Sections 12(j) or 12(k) of the 1934 Act; (xviii) failure by the Company to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy the availability of Rule 144 to the Tangiers or its assigns, including but not limited to the timely fulfillment of its filing requirements as a fully- reporting issuer registered with the SEC, requirements for XBRL filings, and requirements for disclosure of financial statements on its website; or (xix) failure of the Company to abide by the Use of Proceeds or failure of the Company to inform the Tangiers of a change in the Use of Proceeds. If an Event of Default occurs, the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note owing in respect thereof through the date of acceleration, shall become, at the Tangiers’s election, immediately due and payable in cash at the “Mandatory Default Amount”. The Mandatory Default Amount means 20% of the outstanding Principal Amount of this Note will be automatically added to the Principal Sum of the Note and tack back to the Effective Date for purposes of Rule 144.

 

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TAURIGA SCIENCES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND 2019

(US$)

 

NOTE 15 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (CONTINUED)

 

Convertible Notes (Continued)

 

Tangiers Global, LLC (Continued)

 

Commencing 5 days after the occurrence of any Event of Default that results in the eventual acceleration of this Note, this Note shall accrue additional interest, in addition to the Note’s “guaranteed” interest, at a rate equal to the lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law. In connection with such acceleration described herein, the Tangiers need not provide, and the Issuer hereby waives, any presentment, demand, protest or other notice of any kind, and the Tangiers may immediately and without expiration of any grace period enforce any and all of its rights and remedies hereunder and all other remedies available to it under applicable law. Such acceleration may be rescinded and annulled by the Tangiers at any time prior to payment hereunder and the Tangiers shall have all rights as a Tangiers of the note until such time, if any, as the Tangiers receives full payment. No such rescission or annulment shall affect any subsequent event of default or impair any right consequent thereon.

 

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ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.

 

None.

 

ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.

 

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

 

The Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the year ended March 31, 2020 covered by this Form 10-K. Based upon such evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the end of such period, the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as required under Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act.

 

Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

 

The management of the Company is responsible for the preparation of the consolidated financial statements and related financial information appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The consolidated financial statements and notes have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The management of the Company is also responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act. A company’s internal control over financial reporting is defined as a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Our internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that:

 

  Pertain to the maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the Company;
     
  Provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the issuer are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the Company; and
     
  Provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of the Company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

 

Management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial officer, does not expect that the Company’s disclosure controls and internal controls will prevent all error and all fraud. Because of its inherent limitations, a system of internal control over financial reporting can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met and may not prevent or detect misstatements. Further, over time, control may become inadequate because of changes in conditions or the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

 

With the participation of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, our management evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of March 31, 2020 based upon the framework in Internal Control –Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Based on that evaluation, our management has concluded that, as of March 31, 2020, the Company had material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting and was deemed to be not effective. Specifically, management identified the following material weaknesses at March 31, 2020:

 

  1. Lack of oversight by independent directors in the establishment and monitoring of required internal controls and procedures;
     
  2. Lack of functioning audit committee, resulting in ineffective oversight in the establishment and monitoring of required internal controls and procedures;
     
  3. Insufficient personnel resources within the accounting function to segregate the duties over financial transaction processing and reporting and to allow for proper monitoring controls over accounting;
     
  4. Insufficient written policies and procedures over accounting transaction processing and period end financial disclosure and reporting processes.

 

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To remediate our internal control weaknesses, management would need to implement the following measures:

 

  The Company would need to add sufficient number of independent directors to the board and appoint an audit committee.
     
  The Company would need to add sufficient knowledgeable accounting personnel to properly segregate duties and to affect a timely, accurate preparation of the financial statements.
     
  Upon the hiring of additional accounting personnel, the Company would need to develop and maintain adequate written accounting policies and procedures.

 

The additional hiring is contingent upon the Company’s efforts to obtain additional funding through equity or debt for its continued operational activities and corporate expenses. Management hopes to secure funds in the coming fiscal year but provides no assurances that it will be able to do so.

 

We understand that remediation of material weaknesses and deficiencies in internal controls are a continuing work in progress due to the issuance of new standards and promulgations. However, remediation of any known deficiency is among our highest priorities. Our management will periodically assess the progress and sufficiency of our ongoing initiatives and make adjustments as and when necessary.

 

This annual report does not include an attestation report of our registered public accounting firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. Management’s report was not subject to attestation by our registered public accounting firm pursuant rules of the SEC that permit us to provide only management’s report in this annual report. On July 21, 2010, President Obama signed the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Included in the Act is a provision that permanently exempts smaller public companies that qualify as either a Non-Accelerated Filer or Smaller Reporting Company from the auditor attestation requirement of Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

 

Except as set forth above, there were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

Limitations on the Effectiveness of Controls

 

The Company’s management, specifically, the CEO and CFO, does not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures or our internal control over financial reporting will prevent or detect all error and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the control system’s objectives will be met. Further, the design of the control system must reflect that there are resource constraints and that the benefits must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the company have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty and that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. Controls can also be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of controls. The design of any system of controls is based in part on certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions. Projections of any evaluation of controls effectiveness to future periods are subject to risks. Over time, controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions or deterioration in the degree of compliance with policies or procedures.

 

ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION.

 

None.

 

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PART III

 

ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE.

 

The following table sets forth information with respect to persons who are serving as directors and officers of the Company during the Company fiscal year ended 2020. Each director holds office until the next annual meeting of shareholders or until his successor has been elected and qualified.

 

Name   Age   Position
         
Seth M. Shaw   41   Chief Executive Officer and Director
Kevin P. Lacey   51   Chief Financial Officer
Dr. David L. Wolitzky   83   Director
Thomas J. Graham   71   Director

 

Biographies of Directors and Officers

 

Seth M. Shaw has served as our chief executive officer and chairman of the Board since July 9, 2015. Mr. Shaw started his career at American International Group (AIG) Global Investment Group and furthered his growth capital experience working at a prestigious Manhattan based hedge fund (Harvest Capital Management). In 2005, he founded Novastar Resources Ltd, a natural resources exploration company focused on the exploration and acquisition of mineral properties containing the element thorium. During this period, Mr. Shaw secured more than $17 million in financing from top tier institutional investors and was an integral stakeholder in the completion of the merger between Novastar Resources and Thorium Power. During this period, he held the position of Director of Strategic Planning until mid-2007. Subsequently, the company changed its name to Lightbridge Inc. and currently trades on the NASDAQ (NASDAQ: LTBR).

 

Following the merger, Mr. Shaw has assisted several other companies in securing value-added capital from institutional investors as well as providing management consulting. Among those, Mr. Shaw was instrumental in securing $12,000,000 from Tudor Investment Corp. for NASDAQ listed flat panel display developer Uni-Pixel Inc. (NASDAQ: UNXL). In addition, Mr. Shaw served as the founding CFO of Los Angeles based Biotech firm Physician Therapeutics LLC (“PTL”) in 2004. Subsequently PTL merged with Targeted Medical Pharma (“TMP”) (OTCQB: TRGM). Mr. Shaw had previously served as the CEO of the Company from August 22, 2012 through February 26, 2014. Throughout his tenure with the Company, Mr. Shaw has been instrumental in completing numerous private placements. Mr. Shaw also served as the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer for Breathe eCig Corp. from January 22, 2016 until April 1, 2106 and January 22, 2016 until August 12, 2016, respectively (OTCQB: BVAP).

 

Mr. Shaw graduated from Cornell University in 2001 with a bachelor’s degree in Policy Analysis Management and a concentration in Econometrics.

 

Kevin P. Lacey has served as our chief financial officer since July 5, 2017. Mr. Lacey is an experienced finance professional with over twenty years’ experience in working with small and large companies leading financial teams, implementing and converting accounting systems, designing and implementing controls as well as vast experience in preparing financial statements, budgeting and financial analysis. Over the past five years, Mr. Lacey, as head or Mariner Consulting Group Inc., has worked with numerous small reporting public companies in financials statement preparation and consulting as well as assisting many small private companies with accounting system design and implementation along with business development consulting. Mr. Lacey is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) as registered with the State of Florida. He holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Central Florida (1999) as well as a Bachelors in the Science of Accounting from Webber International University (1993). Mr. Lacey is also a U.S. Military Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1987 to 1989. He was honorably discharged in 1989.

 

Dr. David L. Wolitzky has served as our director since March 2013. Dr. Wolitzky received his BA from The City College of New York (1957) and his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rochester (1961). He is also a graduate of the New York Psychoanalytic Institute (1972). Since 1974 Dr. Wolitzky has been a tenured faculty member in the Department of Psychology, New York University. His many years there of teaching, research, supervisory, and administrative experience included serving as the Director of the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program, the N.Y.U Psychology Clinic, and as a Co-Director of the N.Y.U. Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis and as a supervisor of candidates in training. His other professional activities include publication of numerous articles and book chapters, edited books, forensic evaluation in child custody cases, psychological assessments of individuals being considered for high-level executive positions in industry, extensive experience as a book editor, and the practice of psychotherapy. He also has served on the New State Board of Psychology, Office of Professional Discipline.

 

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Mr. Thomas J. Graham has served as our director since August 2015. Mr. Graham is currently self-employed and leverages his industry knowledge to help companies create effective strategies to successfully penetrate the retail marketplace. From 2000 to 2005, Mr. Graham served as Director of Operations for Sears and Roebuck & Co., a national retailer with numerous stores nationwide. He oversaw direct operations for all departments, including their managers and associates. In addition, he was accountable for all sales, labor and operation standards as set by Sears Corporate. From 1993 to 2000, Mr. Graham from 1993 to 2000 served as a results-oriented Marketing and Sales Director for a major Michigan retail supermarket called Goff Food Stores, with sales in excess of $100,000,000.00 annually. He coordinated and oversaw all print and visual advertising including newspaper, radio and television. Mr. Graham worked with local and national vendors to promote and increase sales and customer flow. In addition, he was responsible for all product placement and developed category management standards for all departments and set merchandising plans and ensured they were followed by all store level personal.

 

Mr. Graham is also an U.S. Military Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1971. He was honorably discharged in 1971 with the rank of Sergeant First Class, with twelve months combat service in Vietnam from 1970-1971.

 

Family Relationships

 

There are no family relationships among any of our directors and executive officers.

 

Our directors are appointed by the Board of Directors, and serve until their successors are elected and qualified, or their earlier resignation or removal. Officers are appointed by the board of directors and serve at the discretion of the board of directors or until their earlier resignation or removal. Any action required can be taken at any annual or special meeting of stockholders of the corporation which may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice and without a vote, if consent of consents in writing setting forth the action so taken, shall be signed by the holders of the outstanding stock having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares entitled to vote thereon were present and voted and shall be delivered to the corporation by delivery to its registered office, its principle place of business, or an officer or agent of the corporation having custody of the book in which the proceedings of meetings are recorded.

 

Indemnification of Directors and Officers

 

Florida Corporation Law allows for the indemnification of officers, directors, and any corporate agents in terms sufficiently broad to indemnify such persons under certain circumstances for liabilities, including reimbursement for expenses, incurred arising under the 1933 Act. The Bylaws of the Company provide that the Company will indemnify its directors and officers to the fullest extent authorized or permitted by law and such right to indemnification will continue as to a person who has ceased to be a director or officer of the Company and will inure to the benefit of his or her heirs, executors and Consultants; provided, however, that, except for proceedings to enforce rights to indemnification, the Company will not be obligated to indemnify any director or officer in connection with a proceeding (or part thereof) initiated by such person unless such proceeding (or part thereof) was authorized by the Board of Directors. The right to indemnification conferred will include the right to be paid by the Company the expenses (including attorney’s fees) incurred in defending any such proceeding in advance of its final disposition.

 

The Company may, to the extent authorized from time to time by the Board of Directors, provide rights to indemnification and to the advancement of expenses to employees and agents of the Company similar to those conferred to directors and officers of the Company. The rights to indemnification and to the advancement of expenses are subject to the requirements of the 1940 Act to the extent applicable.

 

Furthermore, the Company may maintain insurance, at its expense, to protect itself and any director, officer, employee or agent of the Company or another company against any expense, liability or loss, whether or not the Company would have the power to indemnify such person against such expense, liability or loss under the Florida General Corporation Law.

 

Directors’ and Officers’ Liability Insurance

 

The Company has directors’ and officers’ liability insurance insuring our directors and officers against liability for acts or omissions in their capacities as directors or officers.

 

Code of Ethics

 

We intend to adopt a code of ethics that applies to our officers, directors and employees, including our principal executive officer and principal accounting officer, but have not done so to date due to our relatively small size. We intend to adopt a written code of ethics in the near future.

 

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Board Committees

 

As of December 31, 2018, the Company established an Audit Committee. Director, Thomas Graham is the Audit Committee Chair.

 

We expect our board of directors, in the future, to appoint a nominating committee and any other committee, as applicable, and to adopt charters relative to each such committee. We intend to appoint such persons to committees of the board of directors as are expected to be required to meet the corporate governance requirements imposed by a national securities exchange, although we are not required to comply with such requirements until we elect to seek a listing on a national securities exchange.

 

Advisory Board

 

Business Advisory Board

 

The Company established its Business Advisory Board in 2013. Currently, the Business Advisory Board has four members.

 

Woodrow H. Levin has served on our Business Advisory Board since February 2014. Mr. Levin was the founder and CEO of BringIt which was acquired by International Game Technology (NYSE:IGT) in the year 2012. An energetic and charismatic leader, he makes strategic decisions for the company while guiding day-to-day operations, working with investors, and developing strategic and lasting partnerships that benefit BringIt. Prior to founding BringIt, Mr. Levin was Managing Partner at Riverbank Capital Management, a successful equity options trading firm he started, and helped to grow with offices in New York and Chicago. In 2001, he founded InStadium, an advertising company that partnered with NFL and MLB stadiums to provide digital advertising, product sampling, stadium signage, and innovative restroom advertising. Mr. Levin was President of InStadium for five years, during which he established the company’s mission of expanding in-venue advertising and promotional opportunities for large to mid-sized companies through cost-efficient and high impact programs. His efforts ultimately resulted in securing partnerships with 25 MLB and 15 NFL stadiums throughout the top 20 advertising markets in the US. His competitive fire was firmly established by his school career as a competitive athlete. He played NCAA Division I hockey at Wisconsin, an experience that taught him that discipline and hard work can transform a burning desire for success into tangible results. Mr. Levin attended Chicago-Kent School of Law and is admitted to practice in IL. He holds a BA in Business from the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Mr. Levin resides in San Francisco and was previously living in Chicago where he is involved with multiple community and charitable organizations including the Jewish United Fund, Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation and most recently was on the executive committee of The Chicago Green Tie Ball.

 

General Ronald R. Fogleman has served on our Business Advisory Board since February 2014. General Fogleman is a highly decorated combat veteran who retired from the United States Air Force (“U.S. Air Force” or “USAF”) after 34 years active commissioned service. On his final tour of duty, he served as the 15th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (“JCS”) during the administration of President Clinton. Prior to that assignment he was Commander in Chief of the United States Transportation Command (“CINCTRANS”). As Chief of Staff, he served as the senior uniformed officer responsible for the organization, training and equipage of 750,000 active duty, Guard, Reserve and civilian forces serving in the United States and Overseas. As a member of the JCS, he served as a military advisor to the Secretary of Defense, the National Security Council and the President. Since retiring from the U.S. Air Force, General Fogleman has served on the Defense Policy Board, The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (“NASA”) Advisory Council, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory Advisory Board, chaired an Air Force Laboratory study on directed energy weapons, chaired a National Resource Committee on Aeronautics Research and Technology for Vision 2050: An integrated Transportation System, served on the NASA Mars Program Independent Assessment Team, the congressionally directed Commission to Assess United States National Security Space Management and Organization, the NASA Shuttle Return to Flight Task Group and the Independent Assessment Panel to examine the Management and Organization of National Security Space Assets. General Fogleman has served on and chaired several public and private company boards. He is currently the Chairman of the Board of Alliant Techsystems Inc. (NYSE: ATK), the Lead Director on the Board of Directors for AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) and serves on the boards of AGC Composites and Aerostructures, First National Bank of Durango, MITRE Corporation, Tactical Air Support, Inc. and Thayles-Raytheon Systems. he has served as the chair of Audit and Governance Committees throughout his career in the public and private sectors. He devotes considerable time to national security, governance of public companies and community affairs. He is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors, Council on Foreign Relations, Falcon Foundation, Airlift Tanker Association, Fort Lewis College Foundation, and the Air Force Association. He lectures on leadership, international affairs and military issues and has published numerous articles on air and space operations.

 

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ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION.

 

The table below sets forth, for our last two fiscal years, the compensation earned by our named executive officers.

 

Name and

Principal Position

  Year   Salary  

Deferred

Compensation

   Bonus  

Stock

Awards

  

Option/

Warrants

Awards

  

All Other

Compensation

   Total 
                                 
Seth M. Shaw (1)   2020   $156,275   $               -   $5,000   $-   $-   $116,642   $277,917 
Chief Executive Officer   2019   $150,125   $-   $16,250   $-   $-   $59,821   $226,196 
                                         
Kevin P. Lacey (2)   2020   $99,970   $-   $15,000   $-   $-   $-   $114,970 
Chief Financial Officer   2019   $83,550   $-   $15,000   $-   $-   $-   $98,850 

 

(1) Other Compensation includes travel and expense reimbursement under a non-accountable plan.

 

(2) Mr. Lacey was appointed Chief Financial Officer as of July 5, 2017.

 

The general policy of the Board of Directors is that compensation for independent Directors should be a nominal cash fee plus equity-based compensation. We do not pay employee Directors for Board service in addition to their regular employee compensation. The Board of Directors have the primary responsibility for considering and determining the amount of Director compensation.

 

The following table shows amounts earned by each Director in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.

 

Director 

Fees

Earned

or Paid

in Cash

  

Stock

Awards

  

Warrant

Awards

  

Non-Equity

Incentive Plan

Compensation

  

Change in

Pension Value

and

Nonqualified

Deferred

Compensation

Earnings

  

All Other

Compensation

   Total 
Dr. David L. Wolitzky  $3,500   $       -   $-   $               -   $-   $              -   $3,500 
Thomas Graham  $28,550   $-   $-   $-   $-   $-   $28,550 

 

ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS.

 

The following table sets forth certain information as of June 26, 2020 regarding the beneficial ownership of our common stock by (i) each person or entity who, to our knowledge, beneficially owns more than 5% of our common stock; (ii) each executive officer and named officer; (iii) each director; and (iv) all of our officers and directors as a group. Unless otherwise indicated in the footnotes to the following table, each of the stockholders named in the table has sole voting and investment power with respect to the shares of our common stock beneficially owned. Except as otherwise indicated, the address of each of the stockholders listed below is c/o 555 Madison Avenue 5th Floor Suite 506, New York, NY 10022.

 

Name 

Number of Shares

Beneficially

Owned(1)

  

Percentage of

Outstanding

Common Stock (1)

 
         
Non-employee Directors:          
David L. Wolitzky   130,874    * 
Thomas J. Graham   120,001     * 
           
Named Executive Officers:          
Seth M. Shaw, Chief Executive Officer and Director (2)   3,685,201    2.54%
Kevin P. Lacey, Chief Financial Officer   306,667    * 
           
All directors and named executive officers as a group (5 persons)   4,242,743    2.92%

 

* Denotes less than 1%.

 

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  (1) Applicable percentage of ownership is based on 145,323,728 total shares comprised of our common stock as of June 26, 2020. Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission and means voting or investment power with respect to securities. Shares of our common stock issuable upon the exercise of stock options exercisable currently or within 60 days of June 26, 2020 are deemed outstanding and to be beneficially owned by the person holding such option for purposes of computing such person’s percentage ownership but are not deemed outstanding for the purpose of computing the percentage ownership of any other person. Shares of our preferred stock are deemed outstanding and to be beneficially owned by the person holding such shares for purposes of computing such person’s percentage ownership.
  (2) Seth Shaw’s holds 66,667 options with and exercise price of $7.50 per share.

 

ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE.

 

None

 

ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES.

 

The following table sets forth the fees billed by our principal independent accountants, KBL, LLP for 2019 and 2018, for the categories of services indicated.

 

    Years Ended March 31,  
Category   2020     2019  
KBL, LLP/ BF Borgers CPA PC                
Audit Fees   $ 40,500     $ 70,000  
Audit Related Fees     -       -  
Tax Fees     -       -  
All Other Fees     -       -  
Total   $ 40,500     $ 70,000  

 

Audit fees. Consists of fees billed for the audit of our annual financial statements and review of our interim financial information and services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with year-end and quarter-end statutory and regulatory filings or engagements. Audit services and fees for the year ended March 31, 2020 were all performed by BF Borgers CPA PC. Audit services and fees for the year ended March 31, 2020 were all performed by KBL, LLP.

 

Audit-related fees. Consists of fees billed for services relating to review of other regulatory filings including registration statements, periodic reports and audit related consulting.

 

Tax fees. Consists of professional services rendered by our principal accountant for tax compliance, tax advice and tax planning.

 

Other fees. Other services provided by our accountants.

 

PART IV

 

ITEM 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES.

 

Exhibits

 

See the Exhibit Index following the signature page of this Registration Statement, which Exhibit Index is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Number    
     
Exhibit 3.1   Amended article of incorporation, dated September 12, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on October 8, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.1   Forms of outstanding warrants common stock purchase warrant filed on current report 8-K dated July 3, 2017
     
Exhibit 4.2   Forms of outstanding warrants common stock purchase warrant filed on current report 8-K dated November 4, 2013
     
Exhibit 4.3   GS Capital Partners, LLC., convertible redeemable note filed on current report 8-K dated October 23, 2017
     

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Exhibit 4.4   Alternative Strategy Partners PTE Ltd. Bridge loan and security agreement in October 2015 filed in current report 8-K dated October 13, 2015
     
Exhibit 4.5   ALTERNATIVE STRATEGY PARTNERS PTE. LTD bridge loan dated September 23, 2015 filed with 2018 10-K dated June 27, 2018
     
Exhibit 4.6   Back-end 8% note having a face-value of $55,000 with ADAR ALEF, LLC due December 20, 2019 funded on August 12, 2019 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.7   GS Capital Note, dated March 14, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.8   Securities Purchase Agreement (GS Capital Note), dated March 14, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.9   Jefferson St. Capital LLC Securities Purchase Agreement dated July 22, 2019 for $55,000 filed on form 10-Q on August 13, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.10   Convertible note dated October 25, 2018 for $180,000 with GS Capital, LLC filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.11   Securities Purchase Agreement with GS Capital, LLC dated October 25, 2018 concerning the $180,000 convertible note filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.12   Settlement agreement dated, October 23, 2018, with individual note holder for $15,000 convertible note filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.13   Convertible note consummated January 23, 2019 for $62,000 with Eagle Equities LLC filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.14   Securities Purchase Agreement with Eagle Equities LLC consummated January 23, 2019 concerning the $62,000 convertible note filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.15   Side letter agreement dated January 18, 2019 to the $62,000 Convertible note with Eagle Equities LLC consummated January 23,2019 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.16   Securities purchase agreement with Adar Alef dates December 20, 2018 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.17   One year 8% Convertible note with Adar Alef dates December 20, 2018 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.18   One year 8% Convertible back-end note with Adar Alef dates December 20, 2018 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.19   Collateralized secured promissory note from Adar Alef dated December 20, 2019 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.21   January 11, 2019 consulting agreement for 1,250,000 restricted common shares filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.22   Securities purchase agreement dated January 8, 2019 for 1,000,000 shares at $0.02 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.23   GS Capital Partners, LLC Convertible note dated March 14, 2019 for $300,000 filed on June 27, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.24   GS Capital Partners, LLC Securities Purchase Agreement dated March 14, 2019 filed on June 27, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.25   GS Capital Partners, LLC Securities Purchase Agreement dated May 23, 2019 filed on June 27, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.26   GS Capital, LLC Convertible note dated May 23, 2019 for $60,000 filed on June 27, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.27   GS Capital Partners, LLC Convertible note dated June 21, 2019 for $60,000 filed on June 27, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.28   GS Capital Partners, LLC Securities Purchase Agreement dated June 21, 2019 filed on June 27, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.29   Jefferson St. Capital, LLC Convertible note dated July 22, 2019 for $55,000 filed on form 10-Q on August 13, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.30   Back-end 8% note having a face-value of $55,000 with ADAR ALEF, LLC due December 20, 2019 funded on August 12, 2019 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.31   Odyssey Funding, LLC Securities Purchase Agreement dated September 13, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on October 8, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.32   Securities Purchase Agreement (Form of Private Placement), dated April 12, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.33   Odyssey Funding, LLC Convertible Note dated September 13, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on October 8, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.34   BHP Capital NY, Inc. Securities Purchase Agreement dated October 7, 2019 filed November 12, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.35   BHP Capital NY, Inc Convertible Promissory note dated October 17, 2019 filed November 12, 2019

 

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Exhibit 4.36   Tangiers Global, LLC 10% Convertible Promissory Note dated November 5, 2019 filed November 12, 2019
     
Exhibit 4.37   Securities Purchase Agreement between Odyssey Capital, LLC and the Company, dated December 18, 2019 filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.38   Convertible Redeemable Note issued to Odyssey Capital, LLC, dated December 18, 2019 filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.39   Securities Purchase Agreement between Jefferson Street Capital LLC and the Company, dated December 26, 2019 filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.40   Convertible Redeemable Note issued to Jefferson Street Capital LLC, dated December 26, 2019 filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.41   Securities Purchase Agreement, December 2019 private placement (filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020)
     
Exhibit 4.42   Convertible Promissory Note issued to BHP Capital NY Inc., dated January 3, 2020 (filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020)
     
Exhibit 4.43   Securities Purchase Agreement between BHP Capital NY INC and the Company, dated January 3, 2020 filed on Current report 8-K on January 9, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.44   Securities Purchase Agreement between the Company and GS Capital Partner, dated January 17, 2020 filed on Current report 8-K on January 29, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.45   Convertible Note between the Company and GS Capital Partners, dated January 17, 2020 filed on Current report 8-K on January 29, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.46   Securities Purchase Agreement between the Company and Adar Alef, LLC, dated January 15, 2020 filed on Form 10-Q on February 13, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.47   Convertible Note between the Company and Adar Alef, LLC, dated January 15, 2020 filed on Form 10-Q on February 13, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.48   Tangiers Global, LLC 10% Convertible Promissory Note effective February 7, 2020 filed on Form 10-Q on February 13, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.49   Investment Agreement between Tangiers Global, LLC and the Company, dated January 21, 2020 filed on Form 8-K on January 29, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.50   Registration Rights Agreement, dated January 21, 2020 filed on Form 8-K on January 29, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.51   Crown Bridge Partners, LLC $55,000 one-year 10% Convertible Promissory Note dated February 11, 2020 filed on form S-1 on March 5, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.52   Amended and Restated 10% Fixed Convertible Promissory Note in the principal amount of $137,500 dated February 28, 2020 filed on form S-1 on March 5, 2020
     
 Exhibit 4.53   Convertible Note between the Company and Adar Alef, LLC, dated March 17, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.54  

Securities Purchase Agreement between the Company and Adar Alef, LLC, dated March 17, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2020

 

Exhibit 4.55

 

  Convertible Note between the Company and Tangiers Global, LLC dated March 23, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2020
     

Exhibit 4.56

 

 

Securities Purchase Agreement between the Company and GS Capital LLC dated April 17, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020

     

Exhibit 4.57

 

 

Convertible Note between the Company and GS Capital LLC dated April 17, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020

     

Exhibit 4.58

 

 

Securities Purchase Agreement between the Company and Adar Alef, LLC, dated April 30, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020

     

Exhibit 4.59

 

 

Convertible Note between the Company and Adar Alef, LLC, dated April 30, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020

     

Exhibit 4.60

 

 

Convertible Note between the Company and Tangiers Global, LLC dated March 23, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020

 

   

Exhibit 4.61

 

 

Securities Purchase Agreement between the Company and Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund, LLC dated May 18, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020

     

Exhibit 4.62

 

  Convertible Note between the Company and Firstfire Global Opportunities Fund, LLC dated May 18, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on June 3, 2020
     
Exhibit 4.63  

Form of Securities Purchase agreement between Aegea Biotechnologies, Inc.*

     
Exhibit 4.64  

Tangiers Global, LLC 8% Fixed Convertible Note for $210,000 dated June 24, 2020*

     
Exhibit 10.1   Honeywood termination agreement filed on current report 8-K dated September 29, 2014
     
Exhibit 10.2   Honeywood Amendment Number 1 to the agreement and plan of merger filed on current report 8-K dated July 21, 2014
     
Exhibit 10.3   Honeywood debt conversion agreement filed on current report 8-K dated September 7, 2017
     
Exhibit 10.4   Honeywood Standstill Agreement filed on current report 8-K dated July 21, 2014

 

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Exhibit 10.5   Bacterial Robotics - Agreement and Plan of Merger filed on current report 8-K dated February 4, 2014
     
Exhibit 10.6   Bacterial Robotics - Strategic Alliance Agreement filed on current report 8-K dated November 4, 2013
     
Exhibit 10.7   Membership transfer agreement with Open Therapeutics dated December 2016 filed on current report 8-K dated December 28, 2016
     
Exhibit 10.8   HerMan license agreement filed with 2018 10-K on June 27, 2018
     
Exhibit 10.9   2 year extension HerMan license agreement filed with 2018 10-K on June 27, 2018
     
Exhibit 10.10   Settlement and release agreement with individual noteholder and the Company dated October 23, 2018
     
Exhibit 10.11   Distribution Agreement between the Company and E&M Ice Cream Co., dated April 1, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2019
     
Exhibit 10.12   Distribution Agreement between the Company and IRM Management Corporation, dated April 8, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2019
     
Exhibit 10.13   Distribution Agreement between the Company and Windmill Health, dated June 28, 2019 filed on current report 8-K on July 5, 2019
     
Exhibit 10.14   Joint Venture agreement between the Company and OG Laboratories, LLC dated January 21, 2020 filed on Form 10-Q on February 13, 2020
     
Exhibit 10.15   BLINK sales agreement filed with 2018 10-K on June 27, 2018
     
Exhibit 10.16   Employment agreement Seth M. Shaw filed on current report 8-K dated November 7, 2012
     
Exhibit 10.17  

Agreement with Vice President of Distribution & Marketing date May 11, 2019 filed on August 13, 2019 

     
Exhibit 10.18   Collaboration Agreement with Aegea Biotechnologies Inc. dated April 3, 2020 filed on current report 8-K on April 15, 2020
     
Exhibit 10.20   Manufacturing agreement with Per Os Biosciences dated December 28, 2018 filed on form 10-Q on January 29, 2019
     
Exhibit 10.21   Agreement with Vice President of Distribution & Marketing date May 11, 2019 filed with Form 10-Q on August 13, 2019
     
Exhibit 10.22  

Distribution Agreement between the Company and Sai Krishna LLC, dated April 30, 2019 filed on Current Report 8-K on May 3, 2019

     
Exhibit 10.23  

Warrant Subscription Agreement with VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. dated December 6, 2019*

     

Exhibit 16.1

 

 

Changes in Registrant’s Certifying Accountant filed on current report 8-K on July 18, 2019

 

31.1   Certification of Chief Executive Officer of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. Required by Rule 13a-14(1) or Rule 15d-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
     
31.2   Certification of Principal Accounting Officer of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. Required by Rule 13a-14(1) or Rule 15d-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
     
32.1   Certification of Principal Executive Officer of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Section 1350 Of 18 U.S.C. 63
     
32.2   Certification of Principal Accounting Officer of Tauriga Sciences, Inc. Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Section 1350 Of 18 U.S.C. 63
     
101.INS   XBRL Instance Document
     
101.SCH    XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
     
101.CAL    XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
     
101.DEF    XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
     
101.LAB    XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
     
101.PRE    XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

 

*(filed herewith)

 

Financial Statement Schedules

 

None

 

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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.

 

/s/ Seth M. Shaw   June 29, 2020
Seth M. Shaw, Principal Executive Officer   Date
     
/s/ Kevin P. Lacey   June 29, 2020
Kevin P. Lacey, Principal Accounting Officer   Date

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

 

/s/ Seth M. Shaw   June 29, 2020
Seth M. Shaw, Director   Date
     
/s/ Dr. David L. Wolitzky   June 29, 2020
Dr. David L. Wolitzky, Director   Date
     
/s/ Thomas J. Graham   June 29, 2019
Thomas J. Graham, Director   Date

 

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