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A Successful Journey of Ajanta Food Colours under Ajanta Chemical Industries
Ajanta Food Colours is a brand and operating division of Ajanta Chemical Industries, a family-owned Indian manufacturing company with more than 75 years of experience in the colour manufacturing industry.
The journey of the company began in 1948 with the establishment of Anant Chemical Industries, which laid the foundation for what later became Ajanta Food Colours. At that time, India largely depended on imported food colours from European countries. In 1972, the company achieved a major milestone by starting the domestic manufacturing of synthetic food colours in India. Following this development, the company was renamed Ajanta Chemical Industries, and its products were introduced under the brand name Ajanta Food Colours.
Growth & Global Expansion
In 1973, Ajanta Chemical Industries began exporting raw materials for colour dyes and food additives to international markets, including the denim industry. This marked the start of the company’s global expansion and product diversification. Over the years, the company developed and manufactured products such as food dye intermediates, indigo dyes, organic and inorganic pigments, and other specialty chemicals.
Since 1976, Ajanta Food Colours has been exporting high-quality indigo dyes to Japan and food additives to Southeast Asian countries. In 2000, the company expanded its portfolio with the production of lake colours. To support growing global demand, Ajanta Chemical Industries consolidated its advanced and eco-friendly manufacturing facilities in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, India, which now serves as the central production hub.
In 2014, the company entered the cosmetic colours segment, further strengthening Ajanta Food Colours’ presence across multiple industries.
Leadership & Family Ownership
Ajanta Chemical Industries is a family-owned business founded by the Late Shri Yag Dev Bhardwaj, who built the company on the principles of quality, trust, and long-term customer relationships. His son, Shri Shuk Dev Bhardwaj, expanded the company’s global footprint and reinforced its customer-focused approach.
Today, the company is led by Shri Amit Bhardwaj, CEO of Ajanta Chemical Industries, representing the third generation of leadership. Under his guidance, Ajanta Chemical Industries and its brand Ajanta Food Colours continue to focus on technological advancement, research and development, quality assurance, environmental responsibility, and ethical business practices.
Present-Day Operations
Ajanta Food Colours operates under Ajanta Chemical Industries, with five integrated and advanced manufacturing plants serving customers across six continents. The company offers a wide range of colour solutions, including:
- Water-soluble food colours and blends
- Aluminium lake colours
- Organic and inorganic pigments
- Water- and oil-soluble dyes, and more.
Ajanta Food Colours remains committed to delivering safe, high-quality colourants that meet international regulatory and quality standards.
Certifications & Quality Standards
Ajanta Food Colours, operating under Ajanta Chemical Industries, holds multiple national and international certifications that demonstrate its commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key certifications include:
US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA)
Ajanta Food Colours holds US FDA certification for its advanced manufacturing facilities and food colour products, confirming compliance with US safety and quality standards.
FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification 22000)
The company is certified under FSSC 22000, a globally recognized food safety management system endorsed by GFSI, ensuring safe and reliable food colour production.
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
Ajanta Food Colours is FSSAI certified, meeting all mandatory food safety regulations in India.
Halal Certification
Ajanta Food Colours is Halal certified, enabling the supply of compliant products to global markets.
Star-K Kosher Certification
The company has been Star-K Kosher certified since 2008, supplying kosher-compliant colour solutions worldwide.
ISO Certifications (via ISOQAR / Alcumus ISOQAR)
Ajanta Food Colours is certified under internationally recognized ISO standards, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Ajanta Food Colours holds BIS certification, recognizing the consistent quality and safety of its products.