Responsible Supply Chain
Building a Responsible Supply Chain for a Sustainable Tomorrow
At Aarti Industries (AIL), supply-chain responsibility is a strategic differentiator
We integrate safety, transparency, and innovation into every step from sourcing, risk-based supplier screening, to circular-economy adoption and digital transparency. Our ecosystem ensures that every link in the chain strengthens resilience, sustainability, and stakeholder trust, ensuring reliability for customers and the planet.
60
countries import from AIL through 120 ports
21
Indian states receive domestic dispatches daily
8,000
MT of material moves across AIL every day
800
containers exported monthly along with multiple Bulk parcels.
320+
daily vehicle movements, supported by a dedicated fleet
Sustainability and Transparency from Source to Solution
We are transforming our procurement and logistics ecosystem into one of the most responsible and future-ready supply chains in the speciality-chemical industry. Guided by our Sustainable Procurement Policy and Supply Chain Policy, we integrate sustainability, human-rights diligence, and innovation across the entire value chain. AIL encourages suppliers to disclose their carbon footprints and ESG scores to align with: Together for Sustainability (TfS), EcoVadis, Responsible Care, and ISCC+ frameworks.
100%
of our Business Partners signed the Supplier Code of Conduct
75%
of total supplier spend assessed for ESG-related risk (FY 25)
300+
suppliers audited covering ≈ 75 % of the business partners
100+
suppliers and buyers participated in corrective action and capability-building programmes.
Operational Excellence Meets Responsible Performance
Operational Excellence Meets Responsible Performance
01-03
Safe Handling of Hazardous and Gaseous Materials
Expertise in Chlorine, HF, DMS, Ethylene, Nitric Acid, and other high-risk materials
Use of custom-designed tankers for gases like Chlorine, Ammonia, and Ethylene
Zero major incidents in 1.2 million tonnes of hazardous material handled in FY25
02-03
End-to-End Planning and Logistics Control
Rolling 3-month forecasts on production, supply, and inventory.
Dedicated inventory blocks for priority customers.
Transparent tracking and real-time reporting via digital dashboards.
03-03
Customs and Compliance Autonomy
In-house customs capability ensures faster clearances and FOB-to-DDP flexibility
Fully compliant with REACH, GHS, ISCC+, and Responsible Care® frameworks
Our Focus Areas
Sustainable Procurement Practices
We embed sustainability and governance into every sourcing decision. Our supplier onboarding and evaluation processes integrate ISO 20400:2017 standards and assess environmental, social, and ethical parameters.
75% of total procurement spend screened for ESG risk
300+ on-site audits covering critical suppliers
55% of base spend sourced from MSMEs (₹9,735 crore)
₹120 crore procured from women-led enterprises
₹110 crore spent with minority and differently-abled partners
Responsible Procurement Policies
Circular Economy in Action
Circularity drives both resource efficiency and cost advantage at AIL. Through reuse, digitalisation, and material recovery, we are reducing waste and strengthening long-term competitiveness.
Reuse of MS scrap and equipment
Digital gate-pass and QC systems resulting in saving millions of sheets of paper
Integration of 3Rs (Reduce-Reuse-Recycle) into procurement and logistics planning
Increased uptake of recovered solvents and by-product streams
List of good-condition equipment required in AIL as on 17/10/2025
List of surplus equipment available for disposal/sale in AIL as on 17/10/2025
Ethical Governance and Risk Management
Integrity defines how we do business. Our supplier ecosystem operates under robust governance systems to ensure compliance, transparency, and ethical decision-making.
Strict adherence to Aarti Industries Code of Conduct and Whistle-blower Policy
Risk-based supplier segmentation and tier-wise monitoring
Corrective-action closure and periodic ESG re-evaluation of key partners
Goal to achieve 100% ESG audit coverage for high-impact suppliers by FY28
People and Partnerships
We uphold human rights and equal opportunity across our workforce and supply network. Through capability development and continuous learning, we build a future-ready ecosystem.
275 suppliers trained on ESG topics through workshops
Local supplier development initiatives in key manufacturing regions
Fair and inclusive workforce policies across AIL and its partners
Our Key Raw Materials: The Foundation of Speciality Chemistry
Our procurement network manages critical inputs sourced responsibly from reputed global and Indian partners. Each material is screened for quality, sustainability, and traceability, ensuring that every molecule entering our process meets AIL’s environmental and ethical standards.
Technical Name:
2-Ethylhexanol
CAS No.:
104-76-7
Molecular Formula:
C8H18O
Packaging Material Requirement:
Tanker
Technical Name:
Aniline
CAS No.:
62-53-3
Molecular Formula:
C6H7N
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bulk/Tanker
Technical Name:
Benzene
CAS No.:
71-43-2
Molecular Formula:
C6H6
Packaging Material Requirement:
Tanker
Technical Name:
Bromine
CAS No.:
7726-95-6
Molecular Formula:
Br2
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bottles
Technical Name:
Calcium Hydroxide
CAS No.:
1305-62-0
Molecular Formula:
Ca(OH)2
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bulker/Bags
Technical Name:
Chlorine
CAS No.:
7782-50-5
Molecular Formula:
Cl2
Packaging Material Requirement:
Tonners
Technical Name:
Hydrofluoric Acid
CAS No.:
7664-39-3
Molecular Formula:
HF
Packaging Material Requirement:
Carboys
Technical Name:
Hydrogen
CAS No.:
1333-74-0
Molecular Formula:
H2
Packaging Material Requirement:
Trolleys
Technical Name:
Methanol
CAS No.:
67-56-1
Molecular Formula:
CH4O
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bulk/Tanker
Technical Name:
Nitric Acid
CAS No.:
7697-37-2
Molecular Formula:
HNO3
Packaging Material Requirement:
Tanker
Technical Name:
Phthalic Anhydride
CAS No.:
85-44-9
Molecular Formula:
C8H4O3
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bags
Technical Name:
Potassium Carbonate
CAS No.:
584-08-07
Molecular Formula:
K2CO3
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bags
Technical Name:
Sodium Hydroxide
CAS No.:
1310-73-2
Molecular Formula:
NaOH
Packaging Material Requirement:
Tanker (Lye), Bags (Flakes)
Technical Name:
Sulphur
CAS No.:
7704-34-9
Molecular Formula:
S
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bulk
Technical Name:
Sulphuric Acid
CAS No.:
7664-93-9
Molecular Formula:
H2SO4
Packaging Material Requirement:
Tanker
Technical Name:
Rock Phosphate
CAS No.:
1306-05-4
Molecular Formula:
Ca10(PO4)6-x(CO3)(F,OH)2x
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bulk
Technical Name:
Toluene
CAS No.:
108-88-3
Molecular Formula:
C7H8
Packaging Material Requirement:
Bulk/Tanker
Globally Certified
Ecovadis Gold Rating
CDP Climate Change: Leadership Band "A"
ISO 9001-2015
ISO 45001-2018
ISO 27001 - 2022
ISO 50001 - 2018
ISO 14001 - 2015
Together For Sustainability
CDP Water Security: Leadership Band "A-"
CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) A
S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025
Responsible Care Certification
Ecovadis Gold Rating
CDP Climate Change: Leadership Band "A"
ISO 9001-2015
ISO 45001-2018
ISO 27001 - 2022
ISO 50001 - 2018
ISO 14001 - 2015
Together For Sustainability
CDP Water Security: Leadership Band "A-"
CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) A
S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025
Responsible Care Certification
