What we do Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Ltd is a leading Indian chemical manufacturer, producing caustic soda and related chemicals for diverse industries with strong export presence. |
Founded in 1,973 |
Market share One of the largest producers of caustic soda in India with significant market share and expanding renewable energy capacity. |
Problem solved Supplies essential chemicals supporting textile, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, fertilizers, and petrochemical industries, ensuring industrial growth and import substitution. |
Top clients or who we serve B2B focus serving textiles, pulp & paper, soaps & detergents, alumina, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, and fertilizer sectors. |
Key management - |
Our journey and innovations Since 1973, expanded capacity from 37,425 MTPA to 585,750 MTPA with technological shifts to membrane technology and launches of indigenous Hydrazine Hydrate plant. |
Where we operate Operations primarily in Gujarat, India with exports to USA, Europe, Australia, Africa, Middle East, China and South Asia. |
Top products or what we offer Caustic soda (lye, flakes), hydrochloric acid, chloromethanes, hydrogen peroxide, phosphoric acid, poly aluminium chloride, and newly commissioned hydrazine hydrate plant. |
Top brands Flagship product Caustic Soda Lye leads domestic market; expanding senior chemical verticals and green energy footprint. |
Raw materials needed Chlorine, hydrogen, various industrial chemicals sourced primarily domestically and through established suppliers. |
Raw materials supplier Suppliers in chemical and industrial gas sectors; details not specified. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue largely recurring due to continuous industrial demand with moderate exposure to cyclical chemical markets. |
Our industry position Market leader in caustic soda with competitive advantages including in-house power plants and renewable energy integration. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue Rs. 4,072.9 crores; standalone profit Rs. 15.82 crores; EBITDA doubled versus previous year showcasing recovery. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue from domestic manufacturing base and diverse exports, exact split not disclosed. |
Order book - |
Whats driving growth Capacity expansions, green energy initiatives, diversification into value-added chemicals and robust export demand drive growth. |
Our future plans Focus on renewable power projects, capacity expansion for phosphoric acid, caustic soda and hydrazine hydrate plants. |
Our green promise Committed to green technology with 206 MW renewable energy capacity including wind and solar power assets. |
Our people and values Employs robust governance, diverse management, and emphasizes safety, ethics, and corporate social responsibility. |
Key challenges ahead Supply chain raw material availability, market competition and managing environmental regulatory compliance. |
Interesting facts Pioneered mercury cell to membrane technology transition; first Indian company with commercial Hydrazine Hydrate plant. |
Risks and strategy Risks include raw material supply and regulatory changes; mitigated via diversification, JV partnerships and investment in green energy. |
