Dai-Ichi Karkaria Ltd Plans Capacity Addition for Alkoxylation Project at Dahej Plant
Dai-Ichi Karkaria Ltd has announced an expansion plan for its Alkoxylation project, which is being undertaken at the company's Dahej Plant. The move aims to support the company’s future growth, given that current capacity is fully utilized.The company plans to significantly augment its existing operational capacity through this expansion.
According to the details provided, the company’s existing capacity for Alkoxylation is approximately 5000 MT per annum, contingent upon the specific product mix. The current capacity utilization stands at approximately 95%.
The planned addition capacity is also estimated at approximately 5000 MT per annum, depending on the product mix. This expansion is scheduled to be implemented during the Financial Year 2026-27.
To facilitate this growth, the total investment required is reported to be Rs. 10 crores. The project will be financed entirely through internal accruals.
The key details regarding the capacity expansion are summarized below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Existing Capacity - Alkoxylation | Approx. 5000 MT per annum (depending on product mix) |
| Existing capacity utilization - Alkoxylation | Approx. 95% |
| Addition Capacity - Alkoxylation | Approx. 5000 MT per annum (depending on product mix) |
| Period for Addition | Financial Year 2026-27 |
| Investment Required | Rs. 10 crores |
| Mode of Financing | Internal accruals |
| Rationale | Current capacity is fully utilised, and additional capacity expansion will be required to support future growth. |
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