Astral has grown into one of India’s leading building materials companies, with a diversified presence across essential construction and infrastructure product categories. Starting with a focused offering in pipes and fittings, the company has, over the years, systematically expanded its portfolio to include adhesives, sealants, water storage solutions, bathware, valves, paints, construction chemicals, and infrastructure products. This transition from a single-product manufacturer to a comprehensive building materials player reflects Astral’s long-term strategic vision and responsiveness to market needs.
Astral offers a comprehensive portfolio of building material solutions, designed to address the evolving needs of the construction industry. From advanced piping systems to high-performance adhesives, construction chemicals, bathware, paints, and infrastructure solutions, Astral’s offerings are engineered to deliver reliability and value. With a focus on continuous improvement and sustainability, the company strives to contribute to the development of modern infrastructure.
Business area of the company
The company is among the country’s leading manufacturers of plastic pipes used across the industries and is now making strong inroads into the adhesives segment and infrastructure products. It manufactures plumbing, drainage, agriculture, industrial, electrical conduit and fire sprinkler pipes along with selling Hauraton surface drainage systems in India. It has set new benchmarks of quality and innovation in plumbing and drainage solutions of the country.
Product portfolio of the company
- Pipes and fittings: Astral delivers a comprehensive range of plastic piping solutions, engineered to meet the diverse requirements of residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial applications. Its products are developed with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and long-term performance. Products: Plumbing Pipes & Fittings, Sewerage & Drainage Pipes & fittings, Agriculture Pipes & Fittings, Cable Protection System, Industrial Piping System, Fire Protection System, Urban Infrastructure, Ancillary Products, Column Pipe.
- Water tanks: Astral’s water tanks are designed to provide safe, hygienic, and durable water storage solutions. Incorporating advanced features and certified standards, its tanks reflect a commitment to quality and innovation in every detail. Products: Roto Moulding Water Tanks - 4 layers, 3 Layers and 2 Layers, Blow Moulded Water Tanks, Loft Water Tanks, Water Tank with Anti-Viral Copper Shield - 4 Layers and 3 Layers.
- Adhesives and sealants: Astral offers an extensive portfolio of adhesives and sealants for construction, maintenance, woodworking, and industrial use. Its solutions are recognised for their consistent quality, robust performance, and reliability across a wide range of applications. Products: Epoxy Adhesives and Epoxy Putty, PVA Adhesives, Rubber Adhesives, Anaerobic Adhesives, Tapes, Silicone, Acrylic and Hybrid Sealants, Instant Adhesives (Cyanoacrylate), Industrial Adhesives, Solvent Cements, Specialised Adhesives.
- Construction chemicals: Astral’s construction chemicals are formulated to support advanced waterproofing, tiling, and grouting needs. These solutions are intended to enhance the strength, durability, and longevity of construction projects. Products: Exterior Roof and Wall Coatings, Polymers and Integral Compounds, Bathroom and Basement Waterproofing Solutions, Repair Products, Tile Adhesives and Tile Grouts.
- Bathware: Astral Bathware presents a selection of products that blend functionality with contemporary design. Manufactured at state-of-the-art facilities, its range is crafted to meet the evolving needs of modern bathrooms. Products: Faucets, Sanitaryware, Cisterns, Showers.
- Paints: Astral entered the paint business through the acquisition of Gem Paints in 2022. Astral’s paints are developed to provide vibrant, long-lasting finishes for a variety of surfaces. Its products offer excellent coverage, durability, and a broad spectrum of colours to suit diverse aesthetic preferences. Products: Interior Emulsion, Exterior Emulsion, Distempers, Enamels, Undercoats (Primer and Wall Putty.
- Infrastructure products: Astral’s infrastructure products are tailored to support the demands of urban development and modern construction. These solutions prioritise durability, efficiency, and reliability for a wide range of infrastructure projects. Products: Drainage, Cable Protection, PT Duct Systems.
- Specialised valves: Astral supplies a range of specialised valves for industrial and plumbing applications. Precision engineering and stringent quality standards ensure dependable performance in every installation. Products: Compact True Union Ball Valve, Single Union Ball Valve, Industrial Ball Valve.
- Specialised fittings: Astral has enhanced its presence in the specialised fittings segment through the acquisition of Al-Aziz Plastics Private Limited. This addition brings advanced expertise and manufacturing capabilities, allowing Astral to address a broader range of infrastructure and utility requirements with greater precision and reliability. Products: Electrofusion fittings, Compression fittings, PPR pipe fittings, Integrated clamp saddles, Mechanical clamp saddles, Integrated composite strap-on saddles, PVC Conduit Fittings for Concealed Wiring System, Investment Casting Products.
Awards:
- 2012-13: Enterprising Entrepreneur of the year Award.
- 2013: Business Standard Star SME of the year Award.
- 2014: First BIS certification for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Piping System.
- 2016: India’s Most Trusted Pipe Brand Award.
- 2016: ET Inspiring Business Leaders of India Award.
- 2016: India’s Most Attractive Pipe Brand Award.
- 2018: Received ‘CFO 100’ award.
- 2019: Most Trusted Piping Brand -TRA.
- 2019: Received ‘CFO 100’ award.
- 2023: India’s Most Trusted Pipe Brand by TRA 2023.
- 2023: India’s Most Desired Pipe Brand by TRA 2023.
- 2023: Consumer Validated Super brands 2023 for Astral Pipes.
- 2023: Consumer Validated Super brands 2023 for Astral BondTite.
- 2025: Consumer Validated Super brands 2025 for Astral Pipes.
- 2025: Consumer Validated Super brands 2025 for Astral BondTite.
Milestones:
- 1999: First to introduce CPVC piping system in India.
- 2004: First to launch a lead-free uPVC piping system in India.
- 2007: First to get NSF Approval for CPVC piping system in India.
- 2007: Astral became public limited company.
- 2008: Kenya Plant Commissioned.
- 2009: Dholka Plant Commissioned.
- 2012: First to launch lead-free uPVC column pipes in India.
- 2014: Forays into bendable CPCV pipes for gas distribution.
- 2014: Acquires 80 percent controlling stake in UK-based adhesive and sealants maker Seal It Services.
- 2014: Acquires 76 percent in Resinova for Rs 213 crore.
- 2014: Wire Guard launch.
- 2015: Launched Astral Silencio.
- 2017: Launched Hauraton Surface Drainage System.
- 2017: Resiquick Launch.
- 2018: USA Plant of Seal It commissioned.
- 2018: Rescue Tape Launch.
- 2018: Ghiloth Plant Commissioned.
- 2018: Launched Pex-a Pro – Next Gen Hot and Cold Plumbing System.
- 2018: Announces acquisition of Rex Polyextrusion with 51% equity buyout.
- 2019: Astral Pipes Join Hands With Prabhas Starrer Saaho.
- 2020: Astral forays into the Water Storage business category.
- 2021: Astral Pipes roped in Ranveer Singh as the Brand Ambassador.
- 2021: Astral enters into Sanitaryware & Faucet business category.
- 2022: Astral pipes signs Allu Arjun as the brand Ambassador for southern market.
- 2022: Astral acquires the controlling stake in Gem Paints; ventures into the paints category.
- 2022: Astral Pipes' Cuttack Plant gets operational.
- 2023: Introduced Industrial Ball Valve Range.
- 2023: Astral Adhesives' Dahej Plant gets operational.
- 2024: Astral Pipes' Hyderabad Plant gets operational.
- 2024: Launch of Astral PTMT Range.
- 2026: Astral Adhesives unveiled a national campaign for its flagship brand - Bondtite - 'Lakdi Ka Chumbak' featuring Ranbir Kapoor.