Tuticorin Alkali Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd – Company Report
1. Company Overview
Tuticorin Alkali Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. (TACFL), founded in 1971 and part of the SPIC group, is South India’s only large-scale manufacturer of soda ash (sodium carbonate) and a co-producer of ammonium chloride fertilizer. Strategically located in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, the company’s operations are closely integrated with local raw material linkages. TACFL employs an eco-friendly dual-process technology, sourcing CO₂ and ammonia from nearby industrial producers, enhancing both environmental sustainability and production efficiency. Its products cater to vital sectors such as detergents, glass, textiles, agrochemicals, and agriculture.
Key Highlights
- Incorporated: 1971
- Headquarters: Chennai; Plant: Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu
- Group: SPIC
- Certifications: ISO 9001:2008, BIS
- Employees: 201–500
- Listed on: BSE (Code: 506808)
- Core Strengths: Eco-efficient production, dual-process innovation, strategic coastal plant location
2. Products and Services
Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate)
- All grades used in detergents, glass, chemicals, and textiles
Ammonium Chloride Fertilizer
- Offered in fertilizer, technical, and pure grades for agriculture and industry
Other Offerings
- Sodium Bicarbonate (refined, food, pharma grades)
- Ammonium Bicarbonate (limited volumes)
- Pesticide Formulations (capacity: 1.5 million liters/year)
Key Sectors Served
- Detergents, chemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and agriculture
3. Recent News and Business Developments (2025)
Green Soda Ash Initiative
- Commenced commercial production of “green soda ash” at the Thoothukudi plant using carbon-capture technology
- Captures CO₂ from biomass boiler flue gases and converts it into fuel
- Imports “green ammonium” from Egypt, drastically reducing carbon emissions
- Signed supply agreement with a multinational for green soda ash for detergent production
- Aligns operations with circular economy principles
Production Expansion
- Expanded output of sodium bicarbonate and technical-grade ammonium chloride
- Recognized by multinational clients for quality and delivery reliability
Incident: Ammonia Gas Leak (July 12, 2025)
- Tragic gas leak incident during maintenance work led to one death and four serious injuries
- Units were shut down at the time; safety measures under scrutiny
- Protests by relatives demanding accountability and compensation
- Incident prompted official inquiries by local authorities
4. Financial Performance (FY2025)
| Metric | FY2025 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹339 crore |
| Net Profit (PAT) | ₹62 crore |
| EPS | ₹5.10 |
| Dividend | None declared |
| Return on Equity | 40.2% |