What we do Hipolin Ltd manufactures household products including detergent powders, toothpastes, shaving creams, and soaps, serving primarily the domestic market with some historic export experience. |
Founded in 1,994 |
Market share Significant presence in the Indian detergent and personal care market with established product lines and export history to Russia. |
Problem solved Provides affordable hygiene and cleaning solutions through detergents and personal care products to meet everyday consumer needs. |
Top clients or who we serve Mainly B2C customers across India, focusing on household consumers for daily use detergents and personal care items. |
Key management Prafulla Gattani (Chairman & Managing Director), Anjali Maheshwari (Company Secretary) |
Our journey and innovations Incorporated in 1994; public listing in 1995; diversified into detergents, toothpastes by 1998; adopted wind energy generation since 1995; continuous process optimization. |
Where we operate Primarily India domestically; previous exports to Russia; operations focused in Gujarat with manufacturing and R&D facilities. |
Top products or what we offer Detergent powders, toothpastes, shaving creams, soaps, and cosmetic products. |
Top brands Hipolin detergents and personal care product lines with a strong presence in regional markets; known for quality and affordability. |
Raw materials needed Surfactants, chemicals for detergents and personal care, packaging materials sourced domestically. |
Raw materials supplier Indian chemical and packaging suppliers, exact names not disclosed. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue mainly recurring through consumer product sales with some cyclical effects due to market demand fluctuations. |
Our industry position Established player in mid-sized FMCG sector in India with consistent revenue but facing profit challenges. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue approx Rs 21.9 crore; net loss of Rs 3.28 crore; EPS -10.47; growth in turnover but profitability under pressure. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue predominantly from Domestic market accounting for over 90% of sales. |
Order book - |
Whats driving growth Product diversification and domestic market penetration; emphasis on technical improvements and energy efficiency. |
Our future plans Focus on cost optimization, new product development, and strengthening domestic market footprint. |
Our green promise Started wind energy generation in 1995; committed to energy conservation; low electricity cost contribution in operations. |
Our people and values Work culture focused on employee safety and compliance with labor laws; no major diversity disclosures. |
Key challenges ahead Profitability challenges, need for new independent directors; recruitment of CFO pending; competitive FMCG market. |
Interesting facts Early adopter of wind energy in manufacturing operations; amalgamated multiple related businesses in mid-1990s. |
Risks and strategy Risks include regulatory compliance, leadership gaps, and market competition; active risk management and governance structures in place. |
