LANXESS. File picture. Credit: lanxess.com/en-in
LANXESS, the German speciality chemicals company, said it would soon start local production of fire-resistant hydraulic fluids (FRHF) at its Jhagadia site in India as part of its global growth strategy. This production facility will cater to India, the West Asia and international markets.Fire-resistant hydraulic fluids are specially engineered to resist ignition when exposed to extreme heat, sparks, or open flames. Such fluids are primarily used in high-risk industrial environments such as die-casting, mining, and steel manufacturing, where high-pressure fluid leaks could convert into a flammable spray and cause catastrophic fires. Currently, these guilds are mostly met through imports. As a long-standing leader in this field, the company said it continues to build on decades of global experience in supporting applications where operational reliability and safety are essential.“India’s growing importance is reflected in sustained investments in energy infrastructure, including power generation, alongside the rapid expansion of energy-intensive applications such as data centers and AI-driven technologies,” it added. Neelanjan Banerjee, Senior Vice-President and Global Head of the Business Unit Lubricant Additives, LANXESS, said, “Local production of Reolube fire-resistant hydraulic fluids in India is an important step in strengthening our customer proximity and supply reliability in a fast-growing region.”“It reflects our confidence in India’s potential and our commitment to delivering globally proven, high-performance solutions closer to where our customers need them,” he said.Establishing local production in Jhagadia is an important step in further embedding LANXESS’ technology and capabilities in the region, the company said.Recently, the company opened a dedicated Application Development Centre in Thane, providing local technical support and customer proximity.“Together, these investments form the foundation of a structured local network to serve customers more directly and position LANXESS as a leading local supplier in this segment,” the company said. Published - July 04, 2026 02:23 pm IST
