PCBL Chemical Ltd. (PCBL)

Overview

PCBL Limited, previously known as Phillips Carbon Black Limited, has established itself as a prominent entity in the production, sale, and exportation of carbon black within India and internationally. The company is engaged in two major business segments: Carbon Black and Power. With a rich heritage dating back to 1960, PCBL Limited has evolved over the years and now stands as a subsidiary of Rainbow Investments Limited. Operating from its headquarters in Kolkata, India, the company underwent a rebranding phase, updating its name from Phillips Carbon Black Limited to PCBL Limited in December 2021. PCBL Limited exemplifies a successful blend of tradition and innovation in the chemical industry sector, primarily serving the needs of the rubber industry while diversifying into the power generation segment through environmentally progressive means.

Products and Services

PCBL Limited’s product portfolio and services are meticulously tailored to meet the diverse needs of its global clientele. These offerings are categorized under several brand names, each designed to serve specific industrial applications:

• Orient Black and CarboNext: These brands represent PCBL Limited’s range of carbon black grades that are primarily used in the rubber industry. The products under these brands are designed to enhance the performance, longevity, and quality of rubber products, making them essentials in the manufacturing of tires and various other rubber goods.
• Royale Black: Specializing beyond the conventional rubber applications, Royale Black is PCBL Limited’s flagship line for specialty blacks. These are tailored for non-rubber applications including but not limited to food contact plastics, fibers, wire and cables, films, engineering plastics, adhesives and sealants, pressure pipes, drip irrigation pipe systems, printing inks, paints/coatings, batteries, and fertilizers. This extensive range highlights the company's commitment to versatility and innovation in addressing the needs of different industrial segments.
• Power Generation and Distribution: Leveraging the tail gas generated from carbon black production, PCBL Limited has ventured into the power generation and distribution sector. With a total power generation capacity of 98 MW, the company not only exhibits its resourcefulness in utilizing by-products from its primary operations but also contributes to the greener energy initiatives by reducing carbon footprint. This strategic diversification underscores PCBL Limited’s foresight in embracing sustainable practices while catering to the energy needs.