2010 Sustaining the India Advantage Prepared by : Handbook on Indian Chemical Industry Disclaimer: All rights reserved. Includes copyrighted material. The same may not be reproduced, distributed, modified or in any manner communicated to any third party except with the written approval of Tata Strategic Management Group. This report is for information purpose only. While due care has been taken during the compilation of this report to ensure that the information is accurate to the best of Tata Strategic Management Group's knowledge and belief, the content is not to be construed in any manner whatsoever as a substitute for professional advice. Tata Strategic Management Group accepts no responsibility for any loss arising from any action taken or not taken by anyone basis this report. www.indiachem.in 2010 Foreword 01 Executive Summary 05 Industry Reports 1. Basic Organic Chemicals 09 2. Petrochemicals 21 3. Fertilizers 31 4. Chlor Alkali 51 5. Pharmaceuticals 65 6. Agrochemicals 77 7. Specialty Chemicals 87 8. Biotechnology 107 9. Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Regions (PCPIRs) and their impact on Indian Chemical Industry 119 10. Process Plant and Machinery 1274 Thought Notes 1. Indian Chemical Industry - The Road Ahead 137 2. M&A opportunities in Chemical Industry 145 3. Competing successfully in Indian Specialty Chemicals Industry 155 4. Chemical Industry needs more 'Explorers' 163 5. Hazardousness of Chemical Industry 169 6. Acting green - Philosophy to results: An Indian perspective . . 177 7. Will India be the next big green growth market? 185 8. Emerging opportunities in Indian Pharmaceuticals industry 191 9. Contract research - Deriving strategic value from 199 emerging markets 10. Raising India's 'Pulse' rate 207 11. Water is everybody's business 213 12. Well being in India: Disparity and surprises across districts 219 13. Are family-owned businesses sustainable? 223 CONTENTS . interaction between the Indian and foreign chemical industry. The event showcases the strength and the potential of the Indian chemical, petrochemical and pharmaceutical. 2010 Sustaining the India Advantage Prepared by : Handbook on Indian Chemical Industry Disclaimer: All rights reserved. Includes copyrighted material. The