Chemicals News Today

University of Allahabad researchers found that Indian mustard leaf extracts significantly suppress green amaranth weed germination and growth, offering a promising natural bio-herbicide alternative.

India's Bhavya Rasayan scheme plans three major chemical parks, backed by a ₹1,000 crore central grant, to boost domestic manufacturing, attract investments, and target a $1 trillion sector demand by 2040.

Setting up a PET bottle manufacturing plant in India requires an investment of INR 5-100 crore, offering a 10-15% net profit margin and 3-5 years payback, driven by growing packaged beverage demand.

India initiated anti-dumping investigations into caprolactam from China, Russia, Thailand, and the US, and persulphates from China, following applications by domestic chemical producers citing material injury.

India's DGTR launched five anti-dumping investigations into Chinese imports across chemicals, pharmaceuticals, industrial equipment, and copper tubes, following complaints from domestic manufacturers regarding price undercutting and injury.

The Crop Care Federation of India urged a balanced agrochemical policy prioritizing soil health, sustainable productivity, R&D, and global export competitiveness while promoting responsible pesticide usage and natural farming initiatives.

Chemical stocks surged up to 20 percent on Tuesday, driven by expectations of strong September quarter results due to better product realization, despite persistent inflation in key feedstocks.

As India scales semiconductor manufacturing, suppliers are urging PESO and authorities to adopt global safety standards and update regulations for handling around 50 toxic and flammable specialty gases.

Tiruppur's 510 dyeing and bleaching units face a severe crisis as raw material prices surge over 100%, causing supply shortages and disrupting knitwear trade. Industry members urge immediate government intervention.

Indian Oil's Gujarat refinery will start 500,000 t-a-year polypropylene production by FY-end, aiming to meet domestic demand, reduce imports, and expand crude-processing capacity to 18 million tonnes per annum.