What we do Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd specializes in manufacturing fertilizers and industrial chemicals, serving agricultural and industrial sectors primarily from Vadodara, Gujarat. |
Founded in 1,962 |
Market share 37.84% owned by Government of Gujarat; a leading player in fertilizer and chemical sectors in India. |
Problem solved Offers high-quality fertilizers and chemicals to improve crop yield and provide industrial raw materials, addressing agriculture productivity and industrial needs. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves farmers, agro-businesses, and industries (B2B and B2C segments) mainly in India with growing exports. |
Key management Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, IAS is current Managing Director; leadership includes experienced directors with government and industry backgrounds. |
Our journey and innovations Incorporated in 1962, expanded with projects like Caprolactam quality upgrade (2018), Film Grade Nylon production, melamine capacity expansion, and renewable energy initiatives. |
Where we operate Primarily India with growing exports; operations centered in Gujarat with multiple units and joint ventures. |
Top products or what we offer Produces fertilizers like ammonium sulphate, melamine, caprolactam, nylon chips, and industrial chemicals such as phosphoric and sulphuric acid. |
Top brands Key products include international grade Caprolactam, Film Grade Nylon-6, Melamine, Ammonium Sulphate with strong production capacity and market presence. |
Raw materials needed Key raw materials include ammonia, phosphoric acid, sulphur, benzene, natural gas, and carbon dioxide. |
Raw materials supplier Sources raw materials from domestic and international chemical suppliers and energy providers. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue mix includes recurring sales from fertilizers and chemicals with some cyclical influences due to agriculture seasonality and raw material prices. |
Our industry position Significant market share in fertilizer sector in Gujarat and India; strong industrial chemical producer; government-backed stability. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 consolidated revenue Rs. 9,534 crore; net profit Rs. 591 crore; consistent growth with 5.56% turn over rise. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue primarily from Indian markets with increasing exports in industrial products segment. |
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Whats driving growth Growth driven by capacity expansions, new product lines, operational efficiency, and favorable agricultural demand. |
Our future plans Executing large-scale phosphoric and sulphuric acid projects, urea plant revamp, renewable energy deployments, and expansion at Sikka and Dahej units. |
Our green promise Committed to sustainability through solar power plants, waste water treatment ventures, and renewable energy investments. |
Our people and values Workforce focused on ethical practices, safety, innovation; encourages diversity and upward mobility. |
Key challenges ahead Raw material price volatility, regulatory changes, market competition, and managing expansion projects effectively. |
Interesting facts First in India to produce Film Grade Nylon chips domestically and significant renewable energy capacity in manufacturing units. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates commodity price risks via strategic sourcing; focuses on operational efficiency and diversification to address market risks. |
