Godrej Industries Limited’s Chemicals Business has announced plans to invest over INR 7.5 billion over the next few years to expand its manufacturing capacity across multiple product lines. The initiative is part of the company’s long-term strategy to achieve USD 1 billion in global revenue by 2030.
As part of this expansion, Godrej Chemicals will double its fatty alcohol and erucic acid capacities, adding 35,000 tonnes per annum and 20,000 tonnes per annum, respectively. The company will also triple its specialty chemicals capacity by adding 21,000 tonnes per annum, and double its glycerine output with an additional 24,000 tonnes per annum. Fermentation capacity is expected to increase threefold with an addition of 1,500 tonnes per annum, and primary surfactants capacity will grow by 30,000 tonnes per annum.
The company also plans to increase its renewable energy usage to 75 percent by enhancing hybrid power capabilities as part of its sustainability objectives.
The company noted that it is pursuing energy-efficient processes, greater adoption of renewable energy, and zero-waste targets. It is also leveraging technologies such as biocatalysis, continuous manufacturing, and fermentation to support green chemistry initiatives.
Established in 1963, Godrej Industries (Chemicals) is part of the Godrej Industries Group. It manufactures oleochemicals, surfactants, specialty chemicals, and biotech products, primarily derived from renewable vegetable oil feedstocks. The company operates four manufacturing sites in India and exports to over 80 countries, serving sectors including home and personal care, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, agrochemicals, and lubricants.
