Muller & Phipps (India) Ltd (MPIL), established in October 1917, primarily focuses on distributing over-the-counter medical preparations and home care products. Initially promoted by Muller & Phipps International Corp. of the USA, the company now has Development Holding Asia Ltd as its major stakeholder with a 51.63% share. MPIL was once known for its popular talcum powder brand 'Cuticura,' which has since been acquired by the Chalayil Group.
As a distributor, MPIL partners with both foreign and domestic personal care companies, handling products from Christine Hoden (India) Pvt. Ltd., Cooper Laboratories International Inc., Bombay Forgings Pvt. Ltd., and Hamdard Laboratories (India). Additionally, MPIL distributes Shellox with Vapona insecticides and has expanded its offerings to include Black Rose and Dupen Laboratories products since FY2002-03. Subsidiaries of MPIL include Muller & Phipps Agencies Ltd. and Muller & Phipps (Industrial Services) Ltd. The company has strategically aligned with Dorcas Market Makers Ltd for the distribution and marketing of its product range, including the Alfa Plus line launched in 2007.
