News ArticlePI Industries Launches Pioxaniliprole, India's First Indigenous Insecticide Molecule after 10 Years of Research
The new molecule, registered by India's Central Insecticides Board, marks a key achievement in Indian agricultural science and innovation
PI Industries has unveiled Pioxaniliprole, the first indigenously discovered insecticide molecule in India, developed after over a decade of research with regulatory approval by the Central Insecticides Board. This milestone highlights India's advancing capability in proprietary agricultural innovations and PI's leadership in original crop protection science.
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PI Industries has announced the launch of Pioxaniliprole, India’s first insecticide molecule developed indigenously through more than ten years of original research and regulatory approval.
Pioxaniliprole is the result of extensive scientific research incorporating field trials and assessments under Indian agricultural conditions, involving collaboration with State Agricultural Universities.
The molecule received official registration from the Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, formally recognizing it as the first insecticide active ingredient discovered in India.
This breakthrough reflects PI Industries' long-term investments in integrated R&D across multiple disciplines including molecular discovery, chemistry, biology, toxicology, and agronomy.
PI Industries employs over 700 scientists, including more than 200 PhDs, and holds a portfolio of over 260 patents, supporting their capability to advance original scientific discoveries through development and commercialization.
This achievement represents a major milestone not only for PI Industries but also for the Indian crop protection industry and the country’s journey towards scientific self-reliance in agricultural innovation.
Highlights
- Pioxaniliprole is India’s first indigenously discovered insecticide molecule.
- Developed over a decade with extensive field and regulatory evaluations.
- Received registration from the Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee.
- PI Industries has a strong R&D ecosystem with over 700 scientists and 260 patents.
- Marks a major milestone in Indian agricultural science and proprietary innovation.
- PI Industries aims to build a global, innovation-led life sciences company from India.
Key Data Snapshot
What happened
- PI Industries unveiled Pioxaniliprole, India's first insecticide molecule discovered indigenously.
- The development took over a decade of research and sustained scientific innovation.
- The molecule has been registered and approved by India's Central Insecticides Board, formalizing its recognition.
Key details
- Pioxaniliprole underwent multilocation field trials and regulatory assessment under Indian agricultural conditions.
- Development involved participation from State Agricultural Universities and scientific bodies in India.
- PI Industries has invested in a comprehensive R&D ecosystem encompassing molecular discovery, chemistry, biology, formulation science, toxicology, agronomy, process development, and manufacturing.
Strategic context
- This achievement marks a milestone in India’s ability to create original crop protection science and proprietary intellectual property from indigenous research.
- It positions PI Industries as a pioneering global life sciences company fostering innovation-led growth.
- The discovery is the first in a pipeline of innovations intended to enhance Indian scientific self-reliance in agriculture.
Background and context
- India has a large, diverse agricultural ecosystem presenting multiple challenges and pest pressures.
- PI Industries has over eighty years of experience collaborating with Indian agricultural institutions and farmers to understand farming complexities.
- PI Industries operates globally with R&D centers in India and the US and manufacturing facilities in India and Italy.
Highlights
- Pioxaniliprole is India’s first indigenously discovered insecticide molecule.
- Developed over a decade with extensive field and regulatory evaluations.
- Received registration from the Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee.
- PI Industries has a strong R&D ecosystem with over 700 scientists and 260 patents.
- Marks a major milestone in Indian agricultural science and proprietary innovation.
- PI Industries aims to build a global, innovation-led life sciences company from India.
Disclosures
- SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
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