Indian PVC stabiliser markets ready for replacements for lead: Baerlocher

摘要

Baerlocher India P. Ltd., the wholly-owned subsidiary of the Germany-headquartered Baerlocher group, sees strong growth possibilities in the Indian market for environmentally friendly stabiliser systems for processing of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Although there are currently no legislations mandating a phase-out of lead-based heat stabilisers in India, progressive companies in the country and those catering to global markets are opting for replacements that do not face regulatory restrictions or outright bans elsewhere in the developed world. To meet the requirements of these customers, Baerlocher has been offering alternate systems, including those based on calcium-zinc (Ca/Zn), and has invested in manufacturing capacity at its plant in Dewas (Madhya Pradesh).