Snapshot

Why Haldia is iconic:
Haldia, located in Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, is Eastern India’s largest petrochemical and chemical manufacturing hub. Anchored by Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd. (HPL), it plays a key role in supplying polyolefins, aromatics, and industrial chemicals to India’s eastern and northeastern regions, as well as to export markets in South Asia and ASEAN. The cluster integrates refineries, petrochemicals, chemical processing, and downstream plastics industries, benefiting from port-based logistics via Haldia Dock Complex.

Industrial edge:

• Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd. (HPL): India’s second-largest integrated petrochemical complex with ~700 KTPA polymer capacity.
  
• Port-led growth model: Direct crude imports, bulk chemical handling, and containerized exports via Haldia Dock and Kolkata Port Trust.
  
• Strong downstream ecosystem: packaging, automotive parts, textile fibers, and specialty chemical MSMEs.
  
• Strategic supply hub for Eastern India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan.
  

Scale:

• Petrochemicals: ~700 KTPA PE/PP and ~1.7 MTPA chemical intermediates.
  
• 100+ large and mid-scale chemical industries located in Haldia Industrial Area.
  

Product Range

Category	Key Products
Petrochemicals	Ethylene, propylene, benzene, toluene, xylene
Polymers	Polypropylene (PP), High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
Industrial Chemicals	Butadiene, acetylene, caustic soda, methanol, chlorine derivatives
Downstream Chemicals	Synthetic rubber, solvents, plasticizers, resins
Fertilizer Intermediates	Ammonia, sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid
Specialty Chemicals	Adhesives, coatings, surfactants, packaging additives

Cluster Strengths

Feature	Details
Petrochemical Backbone	Haldia Petrochemicals (HPL) drives integrated petrochemical production
Port-Centric Industrial Hub	Haldia Dock and Kolkata Port handle bulk chemical and containerized cargo
Downstream Industry Ecosystem	Packaging, automotive, construction, textile, and specialty chemicals
Strategic Location	Gateway for Eastern India and neighboring export markets
Government Support	West Bengal Industrial Development Corporation (WBIDC) and PCPIR plans
Skilled Workforce	Chemical engineers and technicians from regional institutes like IIT Kharagpur

Materials & Sustainability

Key Inputs: Crude oil, natural gas, ethylene feedstock, basic chemicals, catalysts, solvents.

Sustainability Edge:

• Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs) and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems
  
• Port-based chemical logistics minimizes trucking emissions
  
• Circular economy initiatives for polymer recycling
  
• ISO 14001-certified plants adhering to global environmental standards
  

Cluster Infrastructure

• Anchor Units:
  
  • Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd. (HPL) – integrated petrochemical complex
    
  • IOCL Haldia Refinery – fuels and chemical feedstock supplier
    
  • Mitsubishi Chemicals, Exide Industries, Tata Chemicals units nearby
    
• Industrial Areas:
  
  • Haldia Industrial Area (WBIDC)
    
  • Haldia Dock Complex Industrial Belt
    
• Institutions:
  
  • Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur
    
  • CIPET Haldia (Plastics R&D and skill development)
    
• Connectivity:
  
  • Haldia Dock Complex, Kolkata Port Trust, and deep-draft berths for chemical bulk cargo
    
  • Rail links to Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor
    
  • NH-41/NH-16 for road freight to Eastern India, Nepal, Bhutan
    

Compliance & Certifications

• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001-certified plants
  
• REACH and GHS compliance for chemical exports
  
• Responsible Care certification for safe chemical handling
  
• BIS standards for petrochemicals and polymers
  
• NABL-accredited testing labs for purity, density, and polymer quality
  

Production Timelines & MOQs

Product Type	Sampling Lead Time	Bulk Lead Time	MOQ Guidance
Polymers (PP, PE)	1–2 weeks	3–4 weeks	25 MT (container)
Aromatics & Intermediates	1 week	3–5 weeks	50–100 MT
Specialty Chemicals	1–2 weeks	4–6 weeks	25 MT+
Fertilizer Intermediates	1–2 weeks	3–5 weeks	50 MT+ bulk
Industrial Bulk Chemicals	1 week	Ongoing supply	Tanker/ISO tank-based volumes

Branding & Packaging

• Branding: GS1-compliant labeling, QR-coded product batches, export-grade brand markings
  
• Packaging:
  
  • Polymers: 25 kg bags or jumbo bags, palletized in containers
    
  • Chemicals: ISO tanks, HDPE drums, IBC containers
    
  • Bulk: Port-based bulk tanker and chemical vessel handling
    

Quality Control (IndiaUnbox Protocol)

• GC, HPLC, and NMR testing for petrochemical purity
  
• Melt flow index (MFI) and tensile testing for polymers
  
• SGS/Intertek/BV third-party inspection for exports
  
• IMO-compliant handling for hazardous chemicals
  
• Traceability with ERP-integrated QR and blockchain systems
  

Price Drivers

• Global crude oil and petrochemical feedstock pricing
  
• Port handling and ocean freight charges
  
• Seasonal demand from packaging, construction, and textile industries
  
• Import-export parity and duties on polymers and chemicals
  
• Certification and regulatory costs (IMO, REACH)
  

Buyer Confidence Signals

• Haldia is Eastern India’s largest petrochemical hub and a vital part of India’s PCPIR network.
  
• HPL’s integrated production ensures feedstock security and competitive pricing.
  
• Close access to port infrastructure for international shipping to ASEAN, SAARC, and East Africa.
  
• Presence of Japanese and multinational chemical companies ensures high standards.
  
• Strong government focus on PCPIR expansion makes Haldia an ideal investment and sourcing base.