Kriti Nutrients Ltd. – Company Report
1. Company Overview
Kriti Nutrients Ltd. (KNL), established in 1992 and headquartered in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, is one of India’s leading soybean processing companies and a flagship entity of the Kriti Group. The company manufactures non-GMO soya-based products, including branded refined soybean oil and value-added protein products, serving the food, aqua & poultry, dairy, and pharmaceutical sectors.
KNL operates state-of-the-art facilities in Dewas, comprising a 700 tonnes/day solvent extraction plant and a 225 tonnes/day oil refinery, along with systems for lecithin, protein products, and packaging. The company is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000 certified, and is listed on the BSE.
- Incorporated: 1992
- Headquarters: Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Manufacturing Units: Dewas, Madhya Pradesh
- Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000
- Listed: BSE
- Employees: 200+ (approximate)
2. Products and Services
Kriti Nutrients Ltd. offers a broad portfolio of edible oils and soya-based ingredients:
Edible Oils (Branded and Bulk):
- Kriti Refined Soybean Oil
- Kriti Filtered Groundnut Oil
- Kriti Refined Sunflower Oil
- Kriti Refined Mustard Oil
Soya-based Ingredients & Proteins:
- Soya Lecithin (standardized, modified, and optimized variants)
- Texturized Vegetable Protein (TVP/Nuggets)
- Full Fat Soya Flour
- Defatted Flakes
- Soya Hulls
- Super HyPro SBM
Industrial & Specialty Products:
- Acid Oils for animal feed and industrial use
Applications:
- Food and snack industries
- Bakeries and confectionery
- Pharmaceuticals
- Dairy
- Poultry and aquaculture
- Feed mills and exports
Their “Kriti” branded oils and proteins are widely trusted for nutritional value, purity, and application versatility, serving both B2B industrial customers and B2C retail consumers.
3. Recent News and Financial Performance
Recent Developments
- Continued focus on protein-rich foods and healthier edible oils
- Investments in automation, capacity utilization, and product R&D (e.g., modified lecithin, non-GMO protein concentrates)
- Expanding B2B exports alongside a steady retail footprint
- July 2025: Announced new product lines, reinforcing commitment to innovation
Strategic Investment
- June 18, 2024: KNL's Board approved an investment of up to ₹50 crore in convertible warrants of Kriti Industries (India) Ltd. (KIIL) on an arm’s length basis
- KIIL is engaged in the pipe manufacturing business
YoY Comparison:
- Revenue grew 7.7% from ₹688.8 crore in FY2024
- Net Profit declined 18.3% from ₹45.3 crore
- Operating margin dropped from 9.05% to 6.85%
- EPS fell from ₹9.04 to ₹7.39
4. Financial Performance (FY2025)
| Metric | FY2025 Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | ₹742.1 crore |
| Net Profit (PAT) | ₹37.0 crore |
| Operating Profit Margin | 6.85% |
| Net Profit Margin | 5.04% |
| EPS | ₹7.39 |
| Dividend Payout % | 4% |