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{{Infobox company
| name = Anthea Group
| logo = Anthea Final.png
| type = [[Private company|Private]]
| location = [[Mumbai]], [[India]]
| founder = Dr. Vincent Paul
| area_served = Europe, North and South America, Asia-Pacific
| key_people = Dr. Vincent Paul ([[Chairman]]) Dr. Paul Menacherry ([[Managing Director]]) Mathew Menacherry ([[Board of directors|Director]]) Mansoor Calcuttawala ([[Board of directors|Director]]) Arun Khanderia ([[Board of directors|Director]])
| industry = Speciality Chemicals
| divisions = *Anthea Aromatics
* DRT-Anthea Aroma Chemicals
* Crown Chemicals
* Catàsynth Speciality Chemicals
| homepage = {{URL|anthea-aromatics.com}}
}}

'''''The Anthea Group''''' is a private group of companies engaged in the manufacture and export of a range of [[speciality chemicals]] based in [[Mumbai]], India. The Group is a major producer of Fragrance & Flavour chemicals, catering to key F&F multinationals<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.leffingwell.com/top_10.htm|title=2009 – 2013 Flavour & Fragrance Industry Leaders |accessdate=23 Feb 2015}}</ref> in markets such as North and South [[Americas|America]], [[Europe]] and the [[Asia-Pacific]] region. Additionally, the Anthea Group produces [[speciality chemicals]] which are used in a range of applications such as [[pharmaceuticals]], flame retardant polymers and [[agrochemicals]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.anthea-aromatics.in/about.html|title=About: Overview|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref>

==History==
The Anthea Group has its origins in 1991 with the establishment of Anthea Aromatics Pvt. Ltd. (AAPL), a company that was set up in Navi Mumbai to manufacture [[speciality chemicals]] used in the [[perfumery]] and [[flavour]] industry.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://en.astierdemarest.com/nos-partenaires-13.php|title=OUR PARTNER : ANTHEA AROMATICS – INDIA|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> In 2002, a new manufacturing facility was set up in [[Roha]], [[Maharashtra]] to manufacture a key perfumery intermediate. In 2007, AAPL entered into a 50:50 [[joint venture]] with les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques ([[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]]),<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drt.fr/en/drt/subsidiaries.html|title=SUBSIDIARIES|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> a reputed French multinational engaged in the research, development and manufacture of resin and terpene derivatives.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drt.fr/en.html|title=DRT, dedicated to responsible chemistry|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> In 2008, The Anthea Group took over Crown Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. located at [[Tarapur, Maharashtra|Tarapur]] [[MIDC]], and revamped this facility to manufacture synthetic [[Piperonal]] (Heliotropin) through a novel and eco-friendly route.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.anthea-aromatics.in/about.html#tabs-4|title=Crown Chemicals Private Ltd.|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> In 2011, [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]] took a substantial stake in Crown Chemicals. Subsequently, [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]] increased its stake in Crown Chemicals, which is now a 50:50 [[Joint venture|JV]] between [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]] and The Anthea Group.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drt.fr/en/the-news/sustainable-chemistry-leader-drt-acquires-shares-in-crown-chemicals-specialized-in-the-manufacture-1.html|title=Sustainable chemistry leader DRT acquires shares in Crown Chemicals, specialized in the manufacture of Synthetic Piperonal|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> In 2016, [[ICICI]] Ventures, the private equity arm of [[ICICI Bank]], is investing about Rs 120 crore for a minority stake in the Anthea Group. The Anthea Group is one of the most profitable in India with revenues of over Rs 350 crore (US$53 million) in 2015 – 16.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/chem-/-fertilisers/icici-venture-picks-minority-stake-in-anthea-aromatics-for-rs-120-crore/articleshow/51998544.cms|title=ICICI Venture picks up minority stake in Anthea Aromatics for Rs 120 crore|accessdate=28 Apr 2016}}</ref>

The Anthea Group consists of four companies. Anthea Aromatics was founded by Vincent Paul, who is a former head of organic chemistry at [[Hindustan Lever Ltd]].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Vyas |first1=Maulik |title=ICICI Venture picks minority stake in Anthea Aromatics for Rs 120 crore |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/chem-/-fertilisers/icici-venture-picks-minority-stake-in-anthea-aromatics-for-rs-120-crore/articleshow/51998544.cms |work=[[The Economic Times]] |date=28 April 2016}}</ref>

[[File:Drvpaul.JPG|thumbnail|150px|Dr. Vincent Paul, Founder of The Anthea Group]]

==Manufacturing facilities==
The Anthea Group includes the following companies, spread across 4 locations.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.anthea-aromatics.in/facilities.html|title=Facilities|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref>
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* Anthea Aromatics Pvt. Ltd., [[Rabale]], [[Navi Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]].
* [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]]-Anthea Aroma Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. (2 manufacturing units) [[Roha]], [[Raigad district|Raigad]], Maharashtra. A third unit is coming up in Roha, which is expected to be operational by Mar 2017.
* Crown Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., [[Tarapur, Maharashtra|Tarapur]], Maharashtra.
* Catàsynth Speciality Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., established in 2016 and coming up in [[Mangalore]] SEZ, [[Karnataka]].

==Research==

The Research and Development Center of the Anthea Group is located in Rabale, Navi Mumbai. The Anthea Group claims special focus on green chemistry and eco-friendly processes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://en.astierdemarest.com/astier-demarest-news-27.php|title=NEWS : Presentation of the ANTHEA AROMATICS range of products|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> The R&D lab has been certified by the [[Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (India)]] since 2004.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.dsir.gov.in/direct/13_rdidir.pdf | title = DIRECTORY OF RECOGNISED IN-HOUSE R&D UNITS | last1 = Page 10, Sl. no. 103 | website = www.dsir.gov.in | publisher = [[Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (India)]] | location = [[New Delhi]] | accessdate = 23 Feb 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150223112711/http://www.dsir.gov.in/direct/13_rdidir.pdf | archive-date = 23 February 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>

=== Development of Synthetic Heliotropin (Piperonal) ===
[[Heliotropin]] (also known as [[Piperonal]]), an extract of the Sassafras tree, is used in the manufacture of perfumes, soaps and body lotions. Natural Heliotropin is obtained from Sassafras oil which is extracted from the roots of the Sassafras tree, a species of deciduous trees in the family [[Sassafras|''Lauraceae'']]. The massive commercial felling of [[Sassafras]] forests has led to the danger of extinction<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fao.org/docrep/v5350e/v5350e05.htm|title=Sassafras Oil: Supply sources|accessdate=20 Feb 2015}}</ref> of the species. It is estimated that around 5 million trees are cut down every year to meet the worldwide demand for [[Heliotropin]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.drt.fr/en/the-news/sustainable-chemistry-leader-drt-acquires-shares-in-crown-chemicals-specialized-in-the-manufacture-1.html|title=Piperonal production, leading to large-scale deforestation|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref>
The Anthea Group through its in-house research developed a synthetic grade of [[Heliotropin]] having a high purity, and has set up manufacturing facilities in Group company, Crown Chemicals.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://en.astierdemarest.com/nos-partenaires-16.php?PHPSESSID=d6cff266ba10067216271f31f5b46c6a|title=OUR PARTNER : CROWN CHEMICALS PVT LTD – INDIA|accessdate=19 Feb 2015}}</ref> Synthetic Piperonal manufactured in Crown Chemicals is widely used in Fragrance, Flavour and Pharmaceutical applications.

The [[FDA|US Food and Drug Administration]] has found synthetic [[Piperonal]] to be safe for human consumption.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=182.60|title=CFR – Code of Federal Regulations Title 21|accessdate=20 Feb 2015}}</ref>

==Timeline of Strategic Initiatives / Investments==

*1992: Commences manufacturing of F&F chemicals in [[Rabale]], [[Navi Mumbai]].
*2002: Establishes manufacturing facility in [[Roha]].
*2007: Enters into a strategic tie-up with French multinational [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]] (les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques).
*2007: Acquires Crown Chemicals in [[Tarapur, Maharashtra|Tarapur]].
*2008: Establishes DRT-Anthea as a 50:50 JV with [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]]. DRT-Anthea sets up new facility in [[Roha]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://en.astierdemarest.com/nos-partenaires-13.php|title=The group development|accessdate=24 Feb 2015}}</ref>
*2009: Starts manufacturing synthetic [[Piperonal]] in Crown Chemicals. Obtains quality approvals from global F&F multinationals.
*2011: [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]] acquires a significant shareholding in Crown Chemicals, which has since been increased to 50%.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://archive.expresspharmaonline.com/20110515/pharmaally04.shtml|title=DRT acquires shares in Crown Chemicals|accessdate=27 Feb 2015}}</ref>
*2011: [[:fr:DRT (entreprise)|DRT]]-Anthea purchases a 23,000 sq. m. plot in Roha for future expansion.<ref>{{cite web | url = https://ec.maharashtra.gov.in/files/83rd%20Important%20Notice.pdf | title = Important Notice | last1 = Page 1, Item 13 | website = ec.maharashtra.gov.in | publisher = State Level Expert Appraisal Committee | location = [[Mumbai]] | accessdate = 24 Feb 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150224132822/https://ec.maharashtra.gov.in/files/83rd%20Important%20Notice.pdf | archive-date = 24 February 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>
*2014: Capacity expansion completed in Crown Chemicals.
*2016: Group company Catàsynth Speciality Chemicals is formed.
*2016: [[ICICI]] Ventures picks up minority stake in Anthea Aromatics for Rs 120 crore.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/chem-/-fertilisers/icici-venture-picks-minority-stake-in-anthea-aromatics-for-rs-120-crore/articleshow/51998544.cms|title=ICICI Venture picks up minority stake in Anthea Aromatics for Rs 120 crore|accessdate=28 Apr 2016}}</ref>
*2017: Capacity expansion completed in DRT-Anthea Aroma Chemicals.

==References==
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==External links==
* {{official website|http://www.anthea-aromatics.com/}}

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