DCM Shriram Ltd on Tuesday commissioned its Epichlorohydrin (ECH) plant with a capacity of 35,000 tonnes per annum (TPA) at its chemical complex in Jhagadia, Bharuch district, Gujarat.
The commissioning took place on October 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with the company stating that the remaining 17,000 TPA capacity will be brought online shortly.
The new facility marks a significant milestone for DCM Shriram’s chemicals business, reinforcing the integration between its chlor-alkali operations and advanced materials segment. Epichlorohydrin (ECH) is a key intermediate chemical derived from chlorine and used in the production of liquid epoxy resins—essential components in coatings, adhesives, electronics, and composite materials.
What sets this project apart is its environmentally friendly production route. Unlike most global ECH plants that rely on propylene, a fossil-based input, DCM Shriram’s facility uses glycerine, a by-product of biodiesel manufacturing, as the feedstock. The company noted that this shift, powered by state-of-the-art European technology, significantly reduces the plant’s carbon footprint.
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According to the company’s exchange filing, the commissioning of this sustainable ECH plant marks a major step towards import substitution and aligns with India’s focus on green and self-reliant manufacturing in the chemical and materials sectors.
Shares of DCM Shriram Ltd ended marginally lower on Tuesday, closing 0.10% down at ₹1,165.90 on the NSE.
