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  • Superform Secures ISCC PLUS Certification for Dahej and Jhagadia Units

    ISCC PLUS certification

    Mumbai: Superform Chemistries Limited (Brand Name – SUPERFORM), formerly known as UPL Specialty Chemicals Limited, has been awarded the prestigious ISCC PLUS Certification for its manufacturing units located in Dahej and Jhagadia, Gujarat.

    This globally recognized certification affirms Superform’s commitment to sustainable, traceable, and climate-conscious chemical production.

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    The ISCC PLUS certification covers specialty chemistries produced at both locations using renewable feedstocks, including Chlor Alkali, Phosphorus, Sulphur, Cyanide, and Phosgene-based chemistries.

    Certified products include:

    • Caustic Soda, Chlorine, Hydrogen
    • Phosphorous Trichloride, Diethyl/Triethyl/Trimethyl Phosphite
    • Sodium Cyanide, Sodium Sulfide, Sodium Hydrogen Sulphide
    • Cyanuric Chloride, Phenyl/Methyl/Ethyl Chloroformate
    • 2-Ethyl Hexyl Chloroformate, Phenyl Isocyanate, among others.

    A Milestone in Sustainable Chemical Manufacturing

    “Securing the ISCC PLUS Certification is a proud moment for Superform and a testament to our unwavering dedication to sustainable manufacturing,” said Raj Tiwari, CEO, Superform.

    “This recognition not only enhances our credibility with stakeholders but also prepares us for future regulatory expectations while enabling us to deliver environmentally responsible, traceable products globally.”

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    The certification strengthens Superform’s brand positioning in the global specialty chemicals market and highlights its efforts to ensure:

    • Resilient and deforestation-free supply chains
    • End-to-end traceability
    • Carbon footprint transparency
    • Alignment with global sustainability benchmarks
    About ISCC PLUS Certification

    The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is an independent, multi-stakeholder system that promotes sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-resilient supply chains. The ISCC PLUS framework enables organizations to measure and optimize their environmental impact, improve carbon efficiency, and transition to greener production methods.

    Superform’s successful certification reinforces its role as a forward-thinking manufacturer driving sustainable innovation across India’s specialty chemicals sector.

    Author

    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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