Tanfac Industries Limited, one of India’s leading fluorine chemical producers, announced the successful commissioning of the second phase of its 5,000 TPA (AHF basis) Solar Grade Dilute Hydro Fluoric Acid (DHF) Plant, following the approval of quality standards for its trial production batches.
With this expansion, the company has doubled its total solar-grade DHF capacity to 10,000 TPA (AHF basis), solidifying its position as the only Indian chemical manufacturer to achieve this milestone. The first phase of the project was commissioned in June 2025, marking a significant leap in India’s chemical manufacturing capabilities catering to the fast-growing solar energy sector.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Afzal Malkani, Director at Tanfac Industries, said,
“We are excited to announce the successful commissioning of the second 5,000 TPA solar-grade DHF plant after completing the first phase in June 2025. The product from the new line meets the stringent quality standards of our key solar energy customers. This achievement marks another milestone in Tanfac’s journey and has the potential to significantly enhance both our top and bottom lines.”
The new facility, built within an 8–12 month implementation period, reflects Tanfac’s commitment to high-purity production and sustainable industrial expansion.
About Tanfac Industries Limited
Tanfac Industries Ltd is a joint sector company promoted by Anupam Rasayan India Limited and the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO). Established in 1985, Tanfac is one of India’s leading producers of Hydrofluoric Acid and its derivatives, including Sulphuric Acid, Potassium Fluoride, and Potassium Bifluoride.
The company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, spread over 60 acres in SIPCOT Industrial Estate, Cuddalore, follow international safety and quality standards and are ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certified.
With this milestone, Tanfac strengthens its leadership in India’s specialty fluorine chemicals segment and enhances its contribution to the solar manufacturing ecosystem, supporting the nation’s renewable energy goals.
