Hikal Limited signed a multi-year contract with a Europe-based global agrochemical company to manufacture and supply a specialised agrochemical product to markets worldwide. The agreement, secured by Hikal’s Crop Protection division, covers contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services.
Under the agreement, Hikal has completed process development and scale-up activities for the product. Commercial supplies are expected to begin towards the end of FY 2026–27. Furthermore, volumes are expected to increase progressively as the product secures regulatory approvals across international markets.
Strengthening Global Agrochemical Manufacturing Capabilities
The multi-year partnership highlights Hikal’s expertise in process development, scale-up and commercial manufacturing. It also demonstrates the company’s ability to convert customer requirements into long-term manufacturing opportunities. Additionally, the agreement strengthens Hikal’s Crop Protection business by expanding its portfolio of specialised products for global customers and creating opportunities for sustained business growth.
Hikal Expands Long-Term Global Partnership
Sameer Hiremath, Chairman and Managing Director, Hikal Limited, said, “The contract marks an important milestone for our Crop Protection business, converting nearly three years of collaborative development and scale-up into a long-term commercial partnership. It demonstrates Hikal’s ability to combine deep technical expertise with reliable manufacturing capabilities to take complex products from development to commercial supply. We are well positioned to support the planned launch and progressive expansion of supplies across global markets.”
Hikal partners with global companies across pharmaceuticals, crop protection, animal health and speciality chemicals. As per the press release, through its integrated research and development, process chemistry and manufacturing capabilities, the company supports customers throughout the product lifecycle, from initial development to commercial-scale production.
