Chemicals News Today

The global chelating agents for cleaning market is projected to grow at a 4.2% CAGR through 2035, driven by rising water hardness, industrial demand, and a shift toward biodegradable alternatives.

Peddapalli MP urged the Union Minister for an independent technical review of repeated shutdowns at RFCL, citing output falling to 70% and demanding reliable urea production for farmers.

India's trade authority launched seven anti-dumping investigations into Chinese pharmaceutical and industrial products, including antibiotic ingredients and chemicals, following allegations that low-priced imports are damaging local businesses.

The Bharat Ethanol Forum 2026 in Mumbai explored India's roadmap beyond E20 blending, focusing on energy security, agricultural biowaste conversion, advanced biofuels, and boosting rural incomes.

India Pesticides secured UK and Argentina product approvals, despite reporting a 9.2% revenue decline to 2.5 billion rupees and a 34% drop in net profit for the fiscal first quarter.

Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited is advancing INR 818 crore brownfield petrochemical expansion projects in Assam, targeting FY'27 commissioning to reduce external feedstock dependence and enhance product integration.

India's planned Kandla e-methanol plant estimates production costs at $750/mt, significantly below the global average. The 150 mt/day facility aims to supply green bunker fuel for international shipping corridors.

Anupam Rasayan built a Rs. 4,000+ crore integrated life sciences and CDMO platform by acquiring Tanfac, Jayhawk, and Bliss GVS, shifting from custom synthesis to end-to-end pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Haldia Petrochemicals is investing ₹6,000 crore in a new AdPerma facility to produce 345,000 tonnes of phenol and 215,000 tonnes of acetone annually, significantly reducing India's import dependence by late 2026.

Yuntianhua Petrochemical achieved world-first trial production of medical-grade metallocene polypropylene using the Unipol process, overcoming import dependence and advancing domestic polyolefin manufacturing capabilities.