Coromandel International Earns Responsible Care Certification Across Manufacturing Plants

Coromandel International Earns Responsible Care Certification Across Manufacturing Plants​

Coromandel International Limited, a leading agri-solutions provider in India, has been awarded the Responsible Care Certification by the Indian Chemical Council (ICC). This recognition places the company among a select group of global entities adhering to high standards of safety and stewardship within the chemical industry.

The certification, which is valid from April 2026 to March 2029, covers all 18 manufacturing facilities across Coromandel’s Nutrients, Crop Protection Chemicals, Specialty Nutrients, and Bio businesses. Responsible Care is a globally recognized initiative managed by the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) and implemented in over 70 countries, promoting excellence in safety, health, environmental protection, product stewardship, and security throughout the value chain.

Coromandel achieved this certification following a comprehensive assessment and verification process conducted by the ICC. The company undertook a structured improvement programme across its operations and supplier ecosystem, focusing interventions on employee wellbeing, process safety, environmental performance, distribution safety, community engagement, and product responsibility.

Mr. S. Sankarasubramanian, Managing Director & CEO of Coromandel International Limited, stated that the certification is a testament to the company's commitment to responsible manufacturing and high safety standards. He noted that significant investments are being made to strengthen the company’s safety systems and environmental practices while upholding the highest operational standards.

Agri-Solutions Focus and Market Position​

Coromandel International is a pioneer and leading agri-solutions provider operating across two major segments: Nutrient and other allied businesses, and Crop Protection. The company ranks as the second largest manufacturer and marketer of Phosphatic fertilizer in India.

Its diverse business interests include Fertilizers, Crop Protection products marketed both domestically and internationally, Specialty Nutrients (focusing on water soluble fertilizers, secondary and micronutrients, and Nano fertilizers), and Bio Products based on plant extractions for various applications. Coromandel is also the leading marketer of Organic fertilizers in India.

The company maintains a strong operational presence through its extensive network, which includes over 1200 rural retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. These retail centers enable the company to offer agri inputs and farming services, such as soil testing, crop advisory, and farm mechanization, to approximately 3 million farmers.

Financial Performance and Group Standing​

The company reported a turnover of Rs. 31,827 Crores during FY 25-26. Coromandel’s commitment toward environmental initiatives has been recognized internationally by organizations such as UNDP, and it was named one of the ten greenest companies in India by TERI.

Coromandel International is part of the Murugappa Group, which reported a turnover of INR 90,178 crore in FY 24-25. The Murugappa Group is a 125-year-old conglomerate with interests spanning agriculture, engineering, and financial services across India and globally.

COROMANDEL Stock Price Movement​

As of 1:43 PM, shares of Coromandel International Limited are trading at ₹2060.2, managing a modest gain of ₹0.10 in the live market. The stock maintains strong intraday activity, with 92,394 shares traded as it stays within its daily range of ₹2035.1 to ₹2061.8.