On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, NOCIL Limited, a flagship company of the Arvind Mafatlal Group, announced the official commissioning of its new Pilnox TDQ/TMQ manufacturing facility at Dahej, Gujarat.
The plant is the focal point of NOCIL’s ₹250 crore capital expenditure program, designed to solidify its standing as India’s largest rubber chemicals manufacturer and a formidable global competitor.
Facility Overview: The Pilnox Hub
Located within the Dahej PCPIR (Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Region), the facility is engineered to produce high-performance anti-degradants essential for the modern mobility ecosystem.
- Core Products: Pilnox TDQ and TMQ—critical anti-degradants that prevent the oxidation and thermal degradation of rubber.
- Applications: Primarily used to enhance the safety and longevity of automotive tyres, as well as industrial rubber goods like conveyor belts and hoses.
- Strategic Advantage: The Dahej location provides integrated port connectivity for exports (serving over 40 countries) and direct proximity to key chemical feedstock.
Sustainable “Industry 4.0” Design
In line with global ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) shifts, the plant integrates “clean chemistry” and automated safety protocols:
- Energy Efficiency: Built with advanced heat recovery systems and resource optimization loops to minimize the environmental footprint.
- Safety First: The facility incorporates automated process controls to manage the complex chemical reactions required for TDQ/TMQ production, ensuring high operational discipline.
- Zero-Liquid Discharge: Designed to meet the stringent environmental norms of the Gujarat Pollution Control Board.
The “China Plus One” Momentum
The commissioning comes at a vital time for the global specialty chemicals market. As international tyre majors seek to diversify their supply chains away from China, NOCIL is positioning itself as the primary alternative.
- Self-Reliance: By boosting domestic capacity, NOCIL reduces India’s reliance on imported anti-degradants.
- Product Qualification: In the rubber industry, switching suppliers takes years due to rigorous testing. NOCIL’s new capacity ensures they can meet the high-volume requirements of global OEMs who have already “qualified” their products.
- Job Creation: The expansion supports hundreds of specialized roles in chemical engineering and industrial operations within the Dahej cluster.
“Evolving global supply dynamics underscore the importance of strong domestic capabilities. This facility reflects our focus on safety, sustainability, and building scale with responsibility.” — Anand V. S., Managing Director, NOCIL Limited.
