Lubrizol, Grasim Open CPVC Plant in Gujarat

Lubrizol, in partnership with Grasim Industries, has inaugurated a Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride resin manufacturing facility in Vilayat, Gujarat.

The new plant, along with the recently enhanced CPVC compounding capacity at Lubrizol’s Dahej facility, creates one of India’s most scalable and integrated CPVC manufacturing footprints.

The facility will strengthen Lubrizol’s ability to deliver end-to-end CPVC solutions for India’s infrastructure needs. It will support a reliable local supply of CPVC resin and compounds used in pipes and fittings across residential, commercial and industrial applications.

The integrated manufacturing footprint is expected to improve supply chain resilience while supporting India’s infrastructure development and safe water delivery requirements.

Abhishek Shrivastav, Managing Director, Lubrizol IMEA, said Lubrizol introduced CPVC technology to India more than two decades ago and has witnessed strong market growth alongside the country’s expanding economy.

He said the commissioning of the Vilayat facility strengthens Lubrizol’s manufacturing capabilities in India through a local-for-local approach. He added that the investment reflects the company’s long-term commitment to India by enabling access to high-quality locally produced materials backed by global standards of innovation, reliability and performance.

The commissioning marks an important milestone in Lubrizol’s 60-year presence in India and aligns with the Make in India vision.

Jayant V Dhobley, Business Head and CEO, Global Chemicals, Aditya Birla Group, said the facility brings together Grasim’s manufacturing and execution capability in India with Lubrizol’s technology to deliver reliable CPVC materials for the market.

CPVC is used in hot and cold-water systems, fire sprinkler networks, HVAC and industrial piping applications. Its heat resistance, corrosion resistance, durability and hygiene make it suitable for modern infrastructure projects requiring long service life and dependable water delivery.

Lubrizol said it remains committed to operating its manufacturing facilities in India with high standards of safety and environmental responsibility. The company aims to support sustainable industrial growth through responsible resource management, eco-conscious manufacturing practices and global safety protocols.

Lubrizol has recently commissioned a Global Capabilities Center in Pune, expanded capacity at its CPVC compounding plant in Dahej, expanded its Vikhroli Mumbai office, progressed its CPVC resin manufacturing partnership with Grasim Industries and announced a dedicated India Innovation Center.