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- Insecticides (India) Limited manufactures and markets a comprehensive range of agrochemicals, pesticides, and technical products for crop protection and nutrition in India and select international markets; its core offerings include over 120 formulations and more than 15 technical products spanning insecticides such as Lethal, Victor, Thimet, Monocil, Nuvan, Pulsor, and Hakama; herbicides; fungicides; biologicals; and plant growth regulators (PGRs). The company operates manufacturing facilities in Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, and Gujarat, with a strong domestic distribution network reaching farmers through over 5,000 distributors and 60,000 retailers; it also pursues exports and technical collaborations with global partners. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in New Delhi, India, Insecticides (India) Limited focuses on research-driven innovation, including in-house R&D and joint ventures for new molecule development, targeting key crops like rice, cotton, wheat, fruits, and vegetables.
Recent strategic developments include the approval in November 2024 to acquire 100% equity in Kaeros Research, enhancing its research capabilities; a partnership with Corteva Agriscience launched in August 2025 to introduce Sparcle, an advanced insecticide for rice crops against brown plant hoppers; and the rollout of five new products—Altair, Sparcle, Milli on, Centran SC, and Amuse—as part of its Mission Make in India initiative and ongoing portfolio expansion in FY26. These moves bolster its position in high-growth segments like herbicides and fungicides amid rising demand for sustainable solutions. The company maintains operations across domestic and export segments, supported by global tie-ups with entities like Nissan Chemical Industries and others for technology access.