What we do Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd manufactures household insecticides, agricultural pesticides, public health insecticides, and animal nutrition products, serving farming and public health sectors. |
Founded in 2,000 |
Market share A leading agrochemicals company in India with strong domestic and export market presence, supported by robust brand portfolio and extensive distribution network. |
Problem solved Provides crop protection and pest control solutions to enhance agricultural productivity and public health safety, addressing pest-related challenges in various crops. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves farmers, agro-industries, public health bodies via B2B and B2C channels, with exports to multiple countries including Africa, Asia, and Europe. |
Key management Dr. Mukul Govindji Asher (Chairman), Mr. Chetan Shantilal Shah (Managing Director), Mr. Sushil Champaklal Marfatia (Executive Director), Dr. Suresh Ramachandran (Deputy MD, PhD in Entomology). |
Our journey and innovations Incorporated in 2000; merged Excel Crop Care in 2018; expanded manufacturing and solar capacity; introduced innovative fungicides; acquired Barrix Agro Sciences in 2023. |
Where we operate Operations primarily in India with exports to Africa, Japan, Asia (ex-India), Europe, and Americas. |
Top products or what we offer Key products include insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, plant growth regulators, metal phosphides, and animal nutrition solutions. |
Top brands Over 200 brands with products like Fenpropathrin, Glyphosate, Profenophos; strong presence across insecticides, herbicides, PGRs, and fungicides. |
Raw materials needed Chemicals for synthesis of technical-grade pesticides and formulation ingredients for agrochemical products. |
Raw materials supplier Primarily procures raw materials through parent company Sumitomo Chemical and other specialized suppliers. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenues are largely recurring from crop protection and public health products, with some seasonality aligned to cropping cycles. |
Our industry position Among top Indian agrochemical companies with diversified product portfolio, strong R&D and significant export presence. |
Financial highlights FY25 revenue ~₹3,150 crore; Net profit ~₹505 crore; EBITDA margin over 20%; strong EBITDA growth and improving margins over recent years. |
Geographical revenue split About 78% domestic India revenue and 22% from exports across Africa, Japan, Asia, Europe, and Americas. |
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Whats driving growth Growth driven by product innovation, expanded portfolio, strong farmer connect, export market expansion, and operational efficiencies. |
Our future plans Planned capacity expansions, new product launches including patented molecules, and strengthening manufacturing as global hub. |
Our green promise Committed to sustainability via solar power installations, waste management, reducing greenhouse gases, and adherence to Responsible Care policy. |
Our people and values Employs 1600+ staff emphasizing innovation, excellence, safety, diversity, and strong corporate culture. |
Key challenges ahead Facing regulatory challenges, fluctuating commodity prices, rural liquidity constraints, and competition pressures. |
Interesting facts Achieved 14x revenue growth since 2011; runs innovative digital-farmers engagement; recipient of multiple safety and CSR awards. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates risks via diversification, R&D, cost discipline, regulatory compliance, focused demand generation and global supply chain integration. |
