Laffans Petrochemicals Limited, established in 1992, specializes in manufacturing petrochemical derivatives, primarily serving the paint and automobile industries. The company operates a strategically located plant in Ankleshwar, Gujarat, producing ethylene oxide derivatives like ethoxylates, glycol ethers, acetates, and triethanolamine. Collaborations with industry giants like Reliance Industries and Huntsman Chemicals have bolstered its production capabilities and market reach. Notably, Laffans was the primary supplier of butyl carbitol and acetates in India, targeting sectors such as adhesives, ceramics, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
The company expanded its glycol ether capacity to 10,000 MTPA to meet increasing demand. It formed strategic alliances with Altachem, Belgium, and Akzo Nobel, Sweden, for technology transfer and production of building and petrochemical chemicals. Major clients include Goodlass Nerolac, Berger Paints, and Asian Paints. In 2011, Huntsman Corporation acquired Laffans' manufacturing unit, signifying a shift towards trading chemicals and commodities arbitrage.
