Panasonic Carbon India Co. Ltd., established in 1982, is the sole manufacturer of high-standard carbon rods in India and a leading player globally. Originally Indo Matsushita Carbon Company, it operates in collaboration with Matsushita Electric Industrial Company, Japan, which holds a 51% stake. The company produces carbon rods for both domestic consumption and export to countries like Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. These rods are critical components in dry cells, catering to clients such as Lakhanpal National and Geep.
The company has consistently expanded its production capabilities, advancing from 1,200 to 1,800 million pieces of midget electrodes annually, and successfully producing toxin-free carbon rods since 1999-2000. Major upgrades include increasing production capacity for R-6 and R-03 carbon rods and implementing energy-efficient technologies like a 1 MW solar plant. With a focus on innovation, the company has introduced high-speed mixers and optimized manufacturing processes to meet market demands efficiently.
