Colorant participates at 25th Dye+Chem Bangladesh Expo

Colorant Ltd., Ahmedabad, one of the leading reactive dyes manufacturer and Exporter since last 15 years displayed their new range of Colron Reactive Dyes which is having high exhaustion and better fixation than the normal reactive dyes is recently concluded 25thDye+Chem Bangladesh Expo. The company has informed that about 300 visitors visited the stall. Among the visitors mainly factory owners, technical head, CEO, brand and retailer country head and country representatives were present. They were all convinced the manner in which the company President Dr. N.N.Mahapatra explained to the visitors from 31st August to 3rd September, 2016 which was held at International Convention City Bashundhara, Kurli, Dhaka. The visitors deeply discussed about the new range of innovative reactive dyes Colron SF series, Colron GLX series and Colron CES series with the COLORANT TEAM headed by Dr. N.N.Mahapatra, President, Mr Bharat Trivedi, Export Manager and Mr. Pranay Paul, Marketing and Technical Service Manager, Kolkata and Bangladesh.

COLORANT Ltd , Ahmedabad All India Annual Marketing meet held at RAMADA , Udaipur.

Colorant Ltd , one of the leading Reactive Dyes manufacturer and exporter based in Ahmedabad conducted the All India Marketing Meet ON 10 th and 11 th June ,2016. Mr Subhash Bhargava ,MD,Colorant welcomed all Marketing and Technical Service personnel from Delhi,Panipat,Ludhiana,Mumbai ,Kolkata ,Tirupur and Ahmedabad. He also explained about the present Dyestuff Industries position and how the big players in India and China are playing their role in price fluctuation of raw materials( dye intermediates ).

Being an SME ,COLORANT has to struggle hard to become a consistent supplier in reactive dyes and catering to 650 end users and exporting to about 15 countries. Then Dr Mahapatra ,President ,Colorant Ltd spoke about the overall scenario of Textile Industries in India and Abroad giving emphasis on new products, sustainability and value added products. Mr Neetesh Bhargava,Business Associate also spoke about New techniques involved in Marketing of Dyes in India. The complete team of Marketing displayed their presentations about the SWOT analysis. A brain storming session was held in which various guidelines were given to the marketing team . Both day meetings were followed by Cocktail Dinner . On the Last day vote of thanks was given by Mrs Rashmi Bhargava,Director of the Company.

Mr. Subhash Bhargava, Managing Director, Colorant discussing about Colron Reactive Dyes

Leading Reactive Dyes Manufacturer and Exporter, Colorant had jointly participated with Color Root, China in Interdye Asia Exhibition, 2015 held on 3rd to 5th Dec, 2015. About 300 dyes and auxiliary companies participated as exhibitor mainly from China and India. Among the visitor mainly included technical heads of various companies, technocrats, dyestuff manufacturers and process house owners from various countries.

Mr. Roy Stones, Global Marketing Director, Color Root introducing intermediates range to foreign delegates.

Mr. Roy Stones, Global Marketing Director, Color Root and Mr Leo Wang, General Manager, Color Root was present alongwith Colorant Team headed by Mr. Subhash Bhargava and Dr. N N Mahapatra, to promote their intermediates and reactive dyes. Color Root offered their extensive range of reactive dye intermediates to the prospective customers and had a fruitful discussion with visitors. Color Root, China and Colorant introduced about their high list fastness Fluorine based reactive dyes for high end customers. The visitors deeply discussed about the range of innovative reactive dyes with the Colorant Team.

Mr. Subhash Bhargava, Managing Director, Colorant having an extensive discussion with Indian customers.

Colron High Performance Reactive dyes like SD series, GLX series, CN series and SF series are already being used by more than 650 customers (including Corporate Houses) in India and well accepted in Bangladesh, China, Turkey, Pakistan, Iran, Egypt, Costa Rica, Brazil, Nigeria, Gautemala etc to name a few, for its quality, cost-effectiveness and timely supply.

COLORANT LTD PARTICIPATES IN 22 nd Dye+Chem Bangladesh Expo ( 2 nd to 5 th Sept,2015),Dhaka

Colorant Ltd ,Ahmedabad ,one of the leading Reactive Dyes manufacturer and Exporter since last 15 years displayed their new range of Colron Reactive Dyes which is having high exhaustion and better fixation than the normal Reactive Dyes. About 300 visitors visited the stall . Among the visitors mainly Gazipur,Narayanganj,Chittagong mill owners and Technical Heads of various corporates, Brand and Retailer country Head and Dhaka Representatives were present. They were all convinced the manner in which the company VP Dr N.N.Mahapatra explained to the visitors from 2nd Sept to 5 th Sept. The visitors deeply discussed about the new range of innovative reactive dyes with the COLORANT TEAM which included Mr Bharat Trivedi ,Export Manager,Mr Pranay Paul ,Mktg Manager of Kolkata and Bangladesh . Madam Jo Arana and Mr Samuel also assisted the team in the stall.

Dr Mahapatra ,V.P .COLORANT LTD participated in panel discussion at Dhaka

Dr Mahapatra ,Vice-Chairman .Textile Association ( India) and Vice-President ,Association of Chemical Technologists ( India) participated as the only guest from India in the panel discussion held by the Textile & Apparel Manufacturers and Exporters Forum at 2nd TEXAPP 2015 ,Dhaka ,Bangladesh on 2 nd September 2015 ,held at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre ,Dhaka,Bangladesh . The discussion was on Corporate Social Responsibility ( CSR) in RMG Sector and Poverty Alleviation in Bangladesh . It was organized by CEMS Global. Leading Industralist and Academicians ,Consultants of Bangladesh participated in the Discussion. Dr Mahapatra emphasized how crucial is CSR concept with reference to the Industries in India. The same pattern should be followed by Bangladesh also. This will help in getting more business from the Brands and Retailers.The discussion was chaired by Prof Dr Engg Ayub Nobi Khan ,Pro –Vice chancellor of BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology ( BUFT).

COLORANT LTD PARTICIPATES IN TIRUPUR KNIT SHOW

Colorant Ltd ,Ahmedabad ,one of the leading Reactive Dyes manufacturer and Exporter since last 15 years displayed their new range of Colron Reactive Dyes which is having high exhaustion and better fixation than the normal Reactive Dyes. About 300 visitors visited the stall . Among the visitors mainly Tirupur,Erode,Karur,and Salem Mill owners , Brand and Retailer country Head and South Representatives were present. They were all convinced the manner in which the company MD Mr Subhash Bhargava explained to the visitors from 9 th Aug to 11 th Aug. The visitors deeply discussed about the new range of innovative reactive dyes with the COLORANT TEAM headed by Dr N.N.Mahapatra ,V.P ,Business Development ,Mr Rakesh Christy ,South Manager,Mr Senthil Kumar ,Asst Manager ,South . Overall care of the stall was taken by Mr Raghu ,Branch Manager South with the super guidance of Mrs Rashmi Bhargava,Director ,Colorant Ltd.

Bi-functional and poly-functional reactive dyes are having a long time to do

Subhash Bhargava,

Chairman and Managing Director of Colorant Limited

In our continuous endeavor of presenting in depth perspectives of different segments of textile value chain, this time we are focusing on the reactive dyes manufacturing and its application. We all know how important reactive dyes are for the dyeing factories. Many questions have been popping around to Bangladesh Textile Today technical team, many of which are from readers. And so BTT takes the opportunity to meet one of the remarkable expert in reactive dyes sectorMr. SubhashBhargava. He is thechairman and managing director of Colorant Limited. Colorant is an India based company manufacturing, exporting and distributing dyestuffs, especially reactive dyes. Other than his company, Mr. Subhash is well known as an expert in the reactive dyes manufacturing industry. Subhash is a textile graduate having long experience in textile manufacturing and dyestuff manufacturing to marketing. Bangladesh Textile Today meets him to drag out insights of the reactive dyeing sector; manufacturing, innovations, market, distribution to end use; it has covered all most everything. Bangladesh is one of the biggest reactive dyes importers in the world. And so, it is important for our readers to know about its manufacturers.

Colorant started its journey in 1999 and now it has become one of top five reactive dyes manufacturers in India for its domestic market. Subhash was introducing his company at the beginning of the conversation. He added that the company is focused in export as well and so we are doing great in many markets including Bangladesh. Colorant products are GOTS certified, the manufacturing units are Oekotex and BSCI certified and it also has ISO certifications and it is producing safe and efficient products for top brands in the world, he added. Below is a brief from his quotes summarized on topics mentioned.

History of reactive dyes manufacturing in India:

At the time of independence total consumption of dyestuffs was met from imports from countries like Japan, Germany, Switzerland and UK. History of dyestuffs manufacturing started in India in the year of 1952 when Atul and Emma dyechem emerged as a maiden player with a modest capacity. ICI a British based company started manufacturing of reactive dyes after its invention in 1962. And after six years of reactive dyes invention, Atul went a joint venture with ICI to manufacture reactive dyes in India for the first time ever. The collaboration company was called Atik Industries Ltd. And that was the beginning of reactive dyes manufacturing in India and today, India is a major country as per as reactive dyes manufacturing in concerned. From 1977 to 1980s there was a tremendous growth in dyestuff manufacturing in India. Almost 1500 units come up in operation mostly in medium and small segments. And it has provided a quantum so that India has been recognized by the world as a reactive dyes producing country. Unfortunately in the same years we didn’t have reasonable level of backward integration. China in fact started very late; by the year 1980. And today these two countries are catering to entire world for the requirements of reactive dyes.

Current pattern of Indian reactive dyes manufacturing industry:

India is contributing around 11 percent of global dyestuff demand. After a rapid growth of the Indian reactive dyes manufacturing in 1980s its scenario has been started to change since the year 1995 when the environmental issues have been introduced. Now number of factories has been reduced to 600 from 1500 but remember the capacity has been extended. More and more medium to large size units have come up. It is a result of mergers and consolidation also. And this trend will continue.

Demand side of the reactive dyes:

Fortunately domestic (Indian) consumption of reactive dyes is increasing along with its export market. There are two reasons for that, number one India is having a flourishing textile industry and it is growing and number two direct dyes, sulfur dyes, naphthalene dyes, they are diminishing and reactive dyes are replacing. Even in the global market all those three dyes have been replaced by reactive dyes.

Limitations and strength of reactive dyes:

We know that reactive dyes have remarkable limitations especially in exhaust dyeing; it consumes a lot of salt and soda and water in after wash. And it is a concern in the reactive dyes application industry. We know that fixation percentage is also low which is 72 to 80 percent. It means at least 25 percent of unused hydrolyzed dyestuffs are going into drain. So, these are the limitations of the product. However, the new chemistry has been emerged, the fluorine chemistry. But it is very expensive and successful commercialization will take a long time.

But it has to be noted that fixation efficiency of reactive dyes has really been increased these days. Earlier when it was 60 to 70 percent now it can be like 80 percent as I have mentioned. It has become possible due to the chemical engineering done in dyestuff manufacturing and due to the new technologies used in textile processes. Both has worked together and has developed it. Fifteen years back processers were using 1:15 liquor ratio machines and now they are using on an average to 1:6. And in case of dyes, earlier we were using cold brand dyes where fixation was only 55 to 60 percent in medium and deep shades, vinyl sulphun dyes where fixation was not more than 65 percent. And then we were using bi-functional and poly functional dyes, their fixation was definitely more than 70 to 75 percent. So, it is an improvement. These poly-functional dyes work in medium temperature at 40 to 60 degree Celsius, so the energy requirements also have come down.

New developments in reactive dyes:

For the last four five years we have been focusing and promoting fluorine based reactive dyes. Initially it was a myth that these dyes are only for light shades and usable where high light fastness is required. But the fact is, they are environment friendly reactive dyes. Their fixation can reach to 90 to 93 percent. Fluorine based reactive dyes can be used in continuous process also. Now we have come up with a new range which is a combination of fluorine and bi-functional dyes. It can be used for medium, deep and extra deep shades too. And it can give better yields; fixation goes up to 85 percent. Of course commercial compulsions are there in the end of the processer but we are getting fair success in the market. The textile processers who are working for the leading brands are happily accepting our proposals.

Commercial challenges for efficient dyes:

For high efficient options, still dyestuff cost is potentially high for the processers even though they consider the saved fixed dyes if they compare with existing commodity dyes. But definitely the high fixation dyes will provide all round better fixation properties.And down the drain effluent processing cost is less. Fixation properties of fluorine based and combination dyes are beyond the comparison with the commodity dyes, it is indeed a different level. So, many brands are accepting these but non brands are not trying.

Future reactive dyes:

I feel present bi-functional and poly-functional dyes are having a long time to do. At least they have one more decade because no new molecules have come up. And these are technically and commercially viable. And these are going to have a good time. With the support of processing technologies they can improve in environmental issues also.

Bangladesh textile market:

I must say that it is an established market, it is no more emerging. And everyone in the world wants to be here. So, colorant is not any exception. We are here for last ten years, and now we want to have a better share in the market. Through last ten years I have seen positive changes in the industry. Technology is improving, most of the new plants which have come up in recent years, they have the best technology available in the world. And quality of the product is improving. Starting from basic t-shirt now, the country is producing practically everything. So, we are really happy to be here and we foresee a very good future of the Bangladesh textile industry.

Quality consistency of Indian dyes:

I know product strength and other quality consistency is very important for dye houses. Batch to batch inconsistency badly affect their operation process and increases reprocessing risk. Indian companies can be divided in two classes. One, who are selling under their own brand name; they have really updated them as per as batch to batch variation is concern. They are meeting all requirements of top global brands and successfully serving all multinational companies. And secondly, the producers which do not have their own mark and mainly are working for the trading companies. Even today quality is an issue with them,because they are always working with the compulsion of the price. Their commercial compulsion is always over the quality compulsion. And over the time; the first segment, the brand producers are becoming more prominent day by day. In the domestic market they are covering 70 to 75 percent of the demand. The value chain is becoming more organized and identified, as every company now has to have basic certifications.

Reactive dyes in ZDHC:

On behalf of reactive dyestuff manufacturers in the world, I can tell you that reactive dyes as a whole are now very safe. Barring PCA which to be monitored, none of the banned amines are now present in the system. So, they are very safe. Ecological profiles of all current reactive dyes are really supportive to the initiative, Zero Discharge to Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC). Even reactive dyes manufacturing units are also environmentally safe. For example our forth unit which is in operation now is zero discharge. As a green initiative in our unit two we are putting 25KW solar plant. Along with the government there are other agencies who are working to help the sector to become more environment friendly by reducing its hazardous load on the environment.

Colorant Stall at 18th Dyechem Exhibition at Dhaka, Bangladesh

M Colorant Limited ,a leading Reactive dyes manufacturer and exporter based in Ahmedabad had a stall at Banga Bandhu Convention Centre , Dhaka, Bangladesh from 3 rd September to 6th September.

Colorant is an ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 certified Company and one of the leading Manufacturers and Exporters of Dyes in India. Most of the products are "GOTS" Certified and Pre-registered with "REACH". The Company also enjoys status of Government recognised "Export House".Colorant has become the first Indian Company to offer it's clients in India and overseas a range of Fluorine based Reactive dyes in the name of COLRON "CN" series and "CS " for High Light and Perspiration Fastness . Colorant is having an exclusive marketing rights for these dyes in India enabling the company to offer most modern and environmentally green chemistry to it's customers for the first time in India thereby revolutionizing the dyeing industry due to the energy saving and emission reduction. Colron High Performance Reactive dyes like SD series, GLX series ,CN series and SF series are already being used by more than 650 customers ( including Corporate Houses) in India and well accepted in Export market for its quality ,cost-effectiveness and timely supply . Colron Reactive Dyes are very well accepted in Bangladesh, China, Turkey, Pakistan, Iran, Egypt, Costa Rica, Brazil, Nigeria, Gautemala and many other countries.

There were about 400 stalls from China, Japan ,Taiwan. Turkey, Thailand ,Indonesia dealing with the latest development in Dyes,Pigments,Chemicals, Fibre, Yarn and Fabric, Stitching and knitting machines . There were about 25,000 visitors .

For Further Enquires you can contact Dr N.N. Mahapatra (nnm@colorantindia.com) and Mr Bharat Trivedi (mktg@colorantindia.com)

Colorant Limited Receives DMAI Award

Mr Subhash Bhargava , MD ,Colorant Ltd receiving the award from Chief Guest Dr Deepak Parikh, Vice Chairman and Managing Director,Clariant Ltd.

Colorant Limited ,a leading Reactive dyes manufacturer and exporter based in Ahmedabad received the Award for the outstanding performance in Domestic Market for the year 2013-14 organised by Dyestuff Manufacturer Association Of India held on 4 th August, 2014 at Hotel Sea Princess, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai.

Colorant Limited Receives GDMA Export and Domestic Award

Colorant Limited ,a leading Reactive dyes manufacturer and exporter based in Ahmedabad received the Award for the outstanding performance in Export Market as well as Domestic Market by a SME for the year 2014-15 organised by Gujarat Dyestuff Manufacturer Association held on 27 th June ,2014 at Diamond Hall , Rajpath Club ,Ahmedabad . Colorant is an ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 certified Company and one of the leading Manufacturers and Exporters of Dyes in India.

Interview Sector Pulse! Mr. Subhash Bhargava

It is our pleasure to inform you that the interview of Mr. Subhash Bhargava has been uploaded on our website. The following link would lead you to the same http://www.fibre2fashion.com/sector-pulse/colorant-limited/mr-subhash-bhargava.asp

Mr Subhash Bhargava receiving the SDC membership Certificate from Mr Richard Straughan , President ,SDC.

Mr Subhash Bhargava , MD ,Colorant Limited is a Technocrat since 1980 .He has worked at ATUL,Metrochem,Pidilite in various senior capacities. In the 90's he started his own manufacturing of reactive dyes. Within a span of 10 yrs he is already supplying to more than 650 customers in India and exporting to more than 15 countries. COLRON reactive dyes are well accepted in the market by the mill owners and Dyeing technicians. Last year COLORANT tied up with COLOROOT ( the world's biggest Fluorine based reactive dyes manufacturer based in China ) for marketing of Specialised Reactive Dyes in India.

On 25 th November , 2013, SDC ( Society of Dyers and Colourists ) team consisting of Mr Richard Straughan ,President ,SDC , Dr Graham Clayton ,Chief Executive ,SDC, Mr Andrew Filarowski ,Dy Chief Executive,SDC , Dr Sanjiv Kamat ( Past Global President ,SDC ) from UK came to Ahmedabad to Deliver the certificate to Mr Bhargava for his contribution to Dyestuff and Textile Industry at a function held at Hotel Fortune Landmark . Ahmedabad.

Colorant Limited Receives Chemexil Award

Colorant Limited ,a leading Reactive dyes manufacturer and exporter based in Ahmedabad received the Award for the outstanding performance in Export Market by a SME for the year 2010-2011 organised by Basic Chemicals,Pharmaceuticals& Cosmetics Export Promotion Council,Mumbai held on 30 th August ,2013 at Hotel Trident , Mumbai . Colorant has become the first Indian Company to offer it's clients in India and overseas a range of Fluorine based Reactive dyes in the name of COLRON "CN" series. Colron High Performance Reactive dyes like SD series, GLX series ,CN series and SF series are already being used by more than 650 customers ( including Corporate Houses) in India and well accepted in Bangladesh, China, Turkey, Pakistan, Iran, Egypt, Costa Rica, Brazil, Nigeria, Gautemala and many other countries.for its quality ,cost-effectiveness and timely supply .

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Colorant is now ISO 14001:2004 certified Company

Colorant got ISO 14001 : 2004 Certification. Colorant Limited has been awarded an ISO 14001 : 2004 Certification for its Unit at Vatva, Ahmedabad, Gujarat [India] by M/s ISOQAR for their Environmental Management System. The Certificate of Registration is issued on 17th October, 2006 and is valid till 17th October 2009. The Company has also got re-certification for ISO 9001 : 2000 for its all functional areas including Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing, Quality Control, Technical Services, Exports and Imports etc. The Certificate of Registration is issued on 17th October 2006 by M/s ISOQAR and is valid upto 17th October 2009. The Company is one of the leading Manufacturers and Exporters of Reactive Dyes under the brand name “COLRON”. Thus, Colorant has become one of the few Reactive Dyes Manufacturer to have this prestigious certification.

“COLORANT” Awarded For Excellent Export Performance

Colorant Limited an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001: 2004 accredited company engaged in manufacturing and export of “Colron” range of Reactive Dyes have been awarded “First award in recognition of excellent performance in Exports of Dyestuffs by a Small Scale unit for year 2011-2012” by The DYESTUFFS MANUFACTURERS’ ASSOCIATION OF INDIA, at a function held at MUMBAI on 8th June 2012.

The Trophy has been received personally by Mr. Subhash Bhargava, Managing Director through the hands of Dr. Kavita Gupta, Additional Director General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.