BirlaNu Acquires Clean Coats to Boost Construction Chemicals Portfolio

10 Nov 2025 CW Team

BirlaNu, part of the multi-billion-dollar CKA Birla Group, has announced the acquisition of Clean Coats Private for approximately Rs 1.2 billion, marking a major step in expanding its construction chemicals and high-performance coatings business.

Founded in 1999, Clean Coats is a pioneer in specialty coatings, offering epoxy and polyurethane coatings, waterproofing systems, anti-corrosion linings, and food-grade protective solutions. The company serves industrial, oil & gas, and water management sectors across India and in more than 27 countries. Backed by a strong R&D and application development centre, it delivers customised surface protection systems for long-term asset durability.

Avanti Birla, President, BirlaNu, said, “The acquisition brings together Clean Coats’ technical expertise with BirlaNu’s brand reach and execution scale. Together, we aim to deliver high-performance solutions for infrastructure and industrial customers, while expanding our retail footprint.”

Akshat Seth, Managing Director and CEO, BirlaNu, added, “This acquisition aligns with our goal to double our portfolio within three years with an investment outlay of over Rs 1,300 crore. Clean Coats strengthens BirlaNu’s position as a one-stop provider of sustainable building solutions.”

The move reinforces BirlaNu’s commitment to innovation-led, high-performance construction solutions spanning pipes, chemicals, putty, roofs, walls, and flooring—positioning it as a future-ready brand serving both institutional and retail markets.

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