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Organoclay Manufacturer & Supplier for India

CP Organoclay is a direct Chinese organophilic clay manufacturer exporting 15+ grades to Indian paint companies, oil drilling contractors, lubricant formulators, and cosmetics producers — with ISO 9001:2015 certification, API 13A-tested drilling grades, and sea freight delivery in 12–18 days to JNPT, Mundra, Chennai, and Vizag.

Organoclay in India: India is one of Asia's largest markets for organophilic clay, driven by a large and growing paint and coatings industry (India is the world's 4th largest paint market), active oil & gas drilling by national and international E&P operators, and rapidly expanding cosmetics and personal care manufacturing. Both domestic Indian manufacturers and Chinese export manufacturers supply the Indian market. CP Organoclay has exported to India since 2010, supplying customers across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.

Organoclay Applications in India

IndustryApplicationRecommended GradeTypical Dosage
Paint & CoatingsAnti-settling, anti-sagging in alkyd/epoxy/PU solvent-based paintsCP-34, CP-40, CP-APA0.3–1.2 wt%
High-Solid & NC LacquersSelf-activating thixotropic agent, no polar activator neededCP-180B, CP-APA0.3–0.8 wt%
Oil DrillingOBM viscosifier, yield point builder for Indian oilfieldsCP-982, CP-992, CP-345–15 kg/m³
Lubricating GreaseHigh-temperature clay grease thickener for industrial equipmentCP-250A8–15 wt%
Cosmetics & Personal CareSuspension agent in sunscreen, foundation, BB creamCP-EW0.5–2.0 wt%
Printing InkAnti-settling, thixotropy in offset and gravure inksCP-34, CP-MP0.5–2.0 wt%
Adhesives & SealantsNon-sag thixotropic agent for construction and industrial sealantsCP-APA, CP-EDS0.5–2.0 wt%

Why Indian Buyers Choose CP Organoclay

Key Advantage: CP Organoclay offers 15+ grades covering the full polarity and application range — from self-activating high-solid coating grades (CP-180B, CP-APA) to HTHP drilling grades (CP-EL, CP-GL) and water-dispersible cosmetics grades (CP-EW). This wider range than most domestic Indian suppliers means Indian formulators can source all organoclay needs from a single manufacturer with consistent quality and batch-to-batch COA documentation.
FactorCP Organoclay (China)European-Origin Organoclay
Grade range15+ grades, full application coverage5–10 grades, limited availability
PricingCompetitive — direct manufacturer, no agent markup30–50% higher than Chinese origin
Lead time to India12–18 days sea freight25–40 days sea freight
Quality systemISO 9001:2015 certifiedISO certified
Drilling certificationAPI 13A testedAPI 13A tested
MOQ1 FCL (17–20 MT); LCL from 500 kgTypically 1 FCL minimum
Free samples200g–2kg by courier, no commitmentLimited sample availability

Organoclay for Indian Paint Industry

India's paint sector — one of the world's largest with hundreds of industrial and decorative paint manufacturers — uses organoclay primarily as an anti-settling agent and thixotropic additive in solvent-based alkyd, epoxy, and polyurethane paints. CP-34 and CP-40 are the standard grades for aromatic solvent systems (xylene, toluene); CP-APA and CP-180B for high-solid and low-VOC formulations. Dosage: 0.3–1.0 wt% with ethanol polar activator.

Organoclay for Indian Oil Drilling

National and private E&P operators across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Assam, and offshore western India use oil-based drilling muds requiring organoclay viscosifiers. CP-982 and CP-992 are widely used grades for Indian OBM applications; CP-34 and CP-EL for deeper HTHP formations in Rajasthan (Barmer basin) and Krishna-Godavari offshore. Treat rate: 5–15 kg/m³ depending on mud weight and formation requirements.

Shipping to India

PortTransit TimeRegion Served
JNPT / Nhava Sheva (Mumbai)12–15 daysMaharashtra, Gujarat, pan-India distribution
Mundra (Gujarat)12–14 daysGujarat, Rajasthan, Northern India
Chennai15–18 daysTamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Southern India
Visakhapatnam (Vizag)16–19 daysAndhra Pradesh, Odisha, Eastern India
Kolkata / Haldia18–22 daysWest Bengal, Northeast India
Air courier (samples)3–5 business daysAll major Indian cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the major organoclay manufacturers supplying India?
India is supplied by both domestic organoclay manufacturers (primarily Gujarat and Maharashtra-based) and Chinese export manufacturers. CP Organoclay is a direct Chinese manufacturer supplying 15+ organophilic clay grades to Indian customers since 2010 — covering paint, drilling, grease, cosmetics, and water treatment applications. ISO 9001:2015 certified; API 13A-tested drilling grades. CIF pricing to JNPT, Mundra, Chennai, and Vizag.
What is organoclay used for in India?
In India, organoclay is used in: paint and coatings (anti-settling, thixotropy in alkyd/epoxy/PU solvent-based paints — CP-34, CP-40 at 0.3–1.2 wt%); oil drilling (OBM viscosifier for national and private E&P operators — CP-982, CP-992 at 5–15 kg/m³); lubricating grease (clay grease thickener for high-temp service — CP-250A at 8–15 wt%); cosmetics (suspension agent in sunscreen and foundation — CP-EW at 0.5–2 wt%). Paint applications →
What is the price of organophilic clay in India?
Organophilic clay prices in India depend on grade and quantity. CP Organoclay offers competitive CIF Indian port pricing — significantly below European-origin organoclay. Standard paint grades (CP-34, CP-40): contact us with quantity and destination port for a specific quote. MOQ 1 FCL (17–20 MT) for best pricing; LCL from 500 kg. Pricing provided within 24 hours of inquiry with grade, volume, and port details.
How long does shipping from China to India take for organoclay?
Sea freight: JNPT (Mumbai) 12–15 days; Mundra 12–14 days; Chennai 15–18 days; Vizag 16–19 days; Kolkata 18–22 days. Air courier for samples: 3–5 business days. Full export documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, COA, SDS, certificate of origin. HS Code: 2508.10 (bentonite) or 3824.99 (prepared binders) — no special import license required.
What certifications does CP Organoclay have for Indian import?
ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management. API Specification 13A tested for all drilling grades. Products ship with batch COA, SDS (MSDS), commercial invoice, packing list, B/L, and certificate of origin. HS Code 2508.10 or 3824.99 — importable under standard industrial mineral import procedures, no special license required for paint, drilling, or lubricant applications.
What is the difference between Indian organoclay manufacturers and Chinese manufacturers?
Indian domestic manufacturers typically produce 3–6 grades for paint and basic drilling applications. CP Organoclay offers 15+ grades covering the full polarity range — including self-activating grades (CP-180B, CP-APA), HTHP drilling grades (CP-EL, CP-GL), fine-particle grades for clear coatings (CP-MPS, CP-EDS), and water-dispersible cosmetics grades (CP-EW) not commonly available domestically. Chinese pricing is typically 15–30% lower than European-origin organoclay with ISO 9001:2015 quality assurance.

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