Prasol Chemicals (PCL) was originally incorporated as Prachi Poly Products Private Limited on January 24, 1992. It was converted to Prachi Poly Products Limited on January 10, 1995. The name of the company then changed to Prasol Chemicals Limited on March 26, 2007. Later, on June 05, 2017, the name of the company was changed to Prasol Chemicals Private Limited and changed again to Prasol Chemicals Limited with effect from February 04, 2022.

The company is a forward integrated manufacturer of acetone and phosphorous based specialty chemicals and other specialty chemicals involving complex and differentiated chemistries. Its products find diversified applications across numerous industries with 5 key segments being performance chemicals (including lubricant additives and mining chemicals); PICA viz., paints, inks construction, & adhesives; pharmaceuticals; agrochemicals; and home and personal care. 

As part of its R&D efforts, the company also undertakes collaborative product development with its customers, which enables it to customize its products in line with customer expectations whilst simultaneously reducing lead-times. Further, the company is a 3 Star Export House company as certified by the Government of India certified with a robust global distribution network spread across countries in Asia-Pacific (APAC), North America, South America and Europe. 

Business area of the company 

The company is engaged in the Business of Manufacturing and Trading of Speciality Chemicals.

Products of the company

• Acetone based specialty chemicals
• Phosphorous based specialty chemicals
• Non-acetone and non-phosphorous based customised specialty chemicals

Awards, accreditations and recognition 

• 2018: Received ‘Splash Award’ for annual performance for the year 2017-2018 for being the most proactive and progressive importer of the year from All India Liquid Bulk Importers and Exporters Association.
• 2021: Awarded a ‘silver medal’ as a recognition for its EcoVadis Rating from EcoVadis Sustainability Rating.
• 2022: Received ‘Safe-Tech’ Award 2022 for Best Fire Safety Measures for the Mahad Manufacturing Facility, in recognition of outstanding performance, dedication and professionalism.
• 2023: Recognised as a ‘Three Star Export House’ by DGFT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India.
• 2024: Received ‘Make in India Partnering’ Award for FY 2023-2024 from Rallis India Limited.
• 2026: Received permission to use Responsible Care logo from Indian Chemical Council.

History and milestones

• 1992: Incorporation of the company.
• 1996: Diversified into phosphorus-based products for agrochemicals and performance chemicals.
• 2003: Foundation of organic based technology platform for Agrochemicals, Performance chemicals, and entered into Home & Personal Care segment.
• 2007: Entered pharmaceutical segment with phosphorus-based products.
• 2009: Launched new acetone derivatives - for agrochemicals, home & personal care, pharmaceuticals and performance chemicals.
• 2011: Entered into antioxidants and antiwear industry for lubricants.
• 2015: Acquired land in Saykha Industrial Area, Gujarat on a leave and licence basis.
• 2017: Acquired land in Mahad, Maharashtra on a leave and licence basis.
• 2019: Established cogeneration power plant in Khopoli, Maharashtra.
• 2020: Commissioned new site at Mahad for agrochemicals intermediates.
• 2022: Launched Construction Chemicals portfolio.
• 2023: Expansion agrochemical advanced intermediate.
• 2024: Created stock point in Rotterdam to better service European customers.
• 2025: Launched Mining Chemicals portfolio.