Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd (HOCL) Share Price & Fundamentals

What we do

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd is a government-owned company producing essential organic chemicals and intermediates for vital industries like pharmaceuticals, resins, dyes, and pesticides.

Founded in

1,960

Market share

Key supplier of bulk industrial chemicals like Phenol and Acetone with strong government backing and operational plants in Maharashtra and Kerala.

Problem solved

Provides critical raw chemicals to multiple industries, enabling self-reliance in basic organic chemicals and reducing import dependency.

Top clients or who we serve

Serves B2B clients across pharmaceuticals, rubber, paints, pesticides, and engineering plastics sectors.

Key management

Chairman & Managing Director: Shri Yogendra Prasad Shukla; CFO & Director Finance: Shri Yogendra Prasad Shukla; Company Secretary: Shri Subramonian H.

Our journey and innovations

Incorporated in 1960, expanded product range and plants, introduced ISO standards, modernized facilities for efficiency and safety.

Where we operate

Manufacturing units in Rasayani (Maharashtra), Kochi (Kerala), subsidiary in Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh).

Top products or what we offer

Produces Phenol, Acetone, Hydrogen Peroxide, Nitrobenzene, Aniline, Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) through subsidiary.

Top brands

Phenol and Acetone are key revenue drivers; PTFE from subsidiary is a versatile engineering plastic.

Raw materials needed

Benzene and LPG sourced mainly from petroleum refineries.

Raw materials supplier

Petroleum refineries including BPCL supply key raw materials.

Recurring vs cyclical contribution

Revenue largely cyclical due to industrial demand fluctuations and raw material price volatility.

Our industry position

One of India's premier bulk organic chemical manufacturers with government ownership and ISO certifications.

Financial highlights

FY 2024-25 revenue Rs. 535.87 crore; net profit Rs. 391.78 crore (boosted by government dues waiver); operating losses otherwise.

Geographical revenue split

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Order book

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Whats driving growth

Growth led by capacity expansions, process improvements, and government support including dues waiver.

Our future plans

Focus on operational efficiency, product quality improvement, and exploration of growth avenues post government support.

Our green promise

Certified for ISO 14001 environmental standards; committed to pollution control and sustainability initiatives.

Our people and values

182 employees fostering a culture of safety, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.

Key challenges ahead

Competition, raw material price volatility, high utilities and interest costs, and aging plant infrastructure.

Interesting facts

Achieved 5 million safe man hours without lost time accidents; multiple safety and official language awards.

Risks and strategy

Mitigating risks through technology upgrades, process optimization, and aligning with government policies.