US personal care ingredient maker Inolex is expanding its presence in the growing Indian market with the establishment of a commercial centre in Mumbai.
The Mumbai team is led by Puja Agarwal, regional business director, South Asia, SEA, Oceania, and Japan at Inolex.
The Philadelphia firm said it wants to serve the Indian beauty industry with natural, sustainable ingredients, particularly aligned with Ayurveda practices that are deeply rooted in the country’s culture.
“We recognize the cultural appreciation India has for a more holistic approach to health and beauty,” said global head of sales Art Knox.
“Our dedicated team has been serving the demand for innovative, plant-based ingredients in India for years. Now we have an inviting location to collaborate with our customers and educate on the latest chemistries,” he added.
While Inolex’s presence in Mumbai serves as a person-to-person sales hub for customers, it also nets a positive impact on the company’s global supply chain network.
Inolex seeks to reduce its impact through an all-in regional supply chain approach – from localized farmer suppliers to finished product manufacturing – whenever possible.
In markets such as India, the opportunity to secure responsibly sourced feedstocks, manufacture, and provide finished ingredients to brands all within one region is compelling.
“Making India a priority in our supply chain network strengthens our operations, contributes to our sustainability goals, and fosters deeper connections with local material suppliers and our distribution network," said Agarwal.
“We are focused on building enduring partnerships within the region to ensure that Inolex technologies can be easily integrated into consumer brands,” she added.
The new office, which overlooks the Mumbai skyline, displays a thoughtful Indian aesthetic, including fundamental energy and color principles that value a minimalistic approach.
The space was designed in partnership with the architectural firm, Astiv, and the engineering firm, Jagatam.
