Bengal Chemicals

Bengal Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Limited (BCPL) is India's first pharmaceutical company, established in 1901 by the renowned scientist Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray. Currently operating as a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, the company focuses on providing affordable healthcare and chemical products. Its diverse portfolio spans three main segments: pharmaceuticals, household products, and industrial chemicals. The pharmaceutical division produces a variety of generic medicines, including antibiotics, anti-hypertensives, and analgesics, primarily for government supply and retail. BCPL is also famous for its legacy household brands, such as Pheneol and Cantharidine hair oil, which maintain significant market presence in India. With manufacturing units in Kolkata, Panihati, and Mumbai, the company maintains GMP-compliant facilities to support its production needs. After decades of financial struggle, the company achieved a notable turnaround in recent years, returning to profitability while continuing its mission of public service.