Mumbai, February 3, 2026
BASF India Limited (BASF) has received a formal no-objection clearance for its proposed restructuring plan involving the separation of its Agricultural Solutions business into a wholly owned subsidiary, BASF Agricultural Solutions India Limited.
Key Development
The approval clears the way for BASF India to move ahead with its plan to transfer its Agricultural Solutions business into a separate entity through a demerger. The observation letter confirms that there are no objections to the proposed scheme at this stage, allowing the company to proceed with the next steps in the process.The restructuring is aimed at creating a more focused operational structure, enabling each business to pursue independent growth strategies aligned with their respective market dynamics.
Demerger Structure at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Demerged business | Agricultural Solutions business |
| Resulting entity | BASF Agricultural Solutions India Limited |
| Ownership | Wholly owned subsidiary of BASF India |
| Nature of transaction | Demerger under a scheme of arrangement |
What Comes Next
Following the receipt of the no-objection letter, BASF India will advance the scheme through the remaining procedural steps, including seeking approvals from shareholders and other stakeholders. The company has also indicated that the scheme will be implemented in line with the defined timelines once all conditions are met.The proposed separation is expected to provide greater strategic flexibility, clearer capital allocation, and sharper management focus for both the core BASF India operations and the agricultural solutions business.
About the Company
BASF India Limited is listed on Indian stock exchanges and operates across a wide range of chemical segments, serving industries such as agriculture, automotive, construction, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturing. The company is part of the global BASF group and has a long-standing presence in the Indian market, focusing on innovation-driven and sustainable solutions.Source:
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