Arch Chemicals opens office in Mumbai

Arch Chemicals, Inc., a global biocides company and a leading supplier of water sanitizing products, cosmetic ingredients, wood preservatives and biocides for health and hygiene applications as well as industrial products, has opened an office in Mumbai, India. Sanjeev Mantri, who is serving as Arch’s country manager, will oversee the company’s efforts to expand sales and procurement activities in India. Arch has had a small presence in India for the past six years. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Arch Chemicals, Inc. is a global biocides company with annual sales of approximately US$1.3 billion. “With its growing economy and reduced trade barriers, India is a preferred market for Arch Chemicals,” Paul J. Craney, executive vice president, Arch Chemicals, said. (December 14, 2006)