HENI's story began in the early years of the Indian chemical industry. In the early 1960s, armed with a degree from North Carolina State University, USA, Mr. Hemendra Thakrar embarked on a bold mission: "Make in India." He returned with his wife, Mrs. Nisha Thakrar, determined to establish a manufacturing base in his homeland. The company's name, HENI, is a clever combination of the first two letters of their names, symbolizing their shared vision. Over time, the next generation has joined the company, keeping the spirit of innovation alive.
HENI has transformed into a leading specialty chemical company boasting a diverse product portfolio. The company caters to both local and international markets, offering a wide range of products like APIS, excipients, metal salts, specialty chemicals, and esters. These products find applications in various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food, nutrition, personal care, lubricants, and industrial chemicals.
Sustainability and natural ingredients are at the forefront of HENI's product strategy. This commitment is reflected in their brand, ZON, which signifies the sun – a powerful symbol of life-giving energy. This core principle is embedded in every product category, with sub-brands like ZONutra (nutraceutical ingredients), ZONqs (pharmaceutical ingredients), ZONGlam (cosmetic ingredients), ZONLube (lubricant ingredients), and ZONPrime (fine & specialty ingredients).
HENI operates with the highest quality standards, adhering to local FDA, GMP, ISO 9001-2015, and FSSAI certifications. The company benefits from a skilled team of chemists, engineers, business development specialists, R&D experts, and commercial executives. Their R&D and corporate functions reside at the headquarters in Thane (Mumbai), India, while the manufacturing site is located in Sarigam GIDC, Gujarat, India.
HENI welcomes requests from customers for custom development. It has over the last years developed multiple customized products suiting respective applications.
Polyol esters development has seen a lot of customisations, Heni has catered to specific pour points, acid value, moisture content, viscosity, hydraulic stability, saturation, etc.
Speciality chemicals work has successfully developed sensitizers for the thermal paper industry, fire retardant cross linker for polymer application, etc.
Special focus group is working on natural & sustainable supplements (lipids, amides, etc.._), functional food and ingredients. HENI is working with specific clients to produce customised solutions which include bioavailable ingredients.
Sustainable Innovation: Sustainability is a core value at Heni, and it's integral to our R&D initiatives. We're committed to developing environment friendly solutions that minimize our ecological footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Whether it's through the use of renewable materials, energy-efficient technologies, or eco-friendly manufacturing processes, sustainability is ingrained in our innovation agenda.
Heni is an ISO 9001:2015 (TUV: NORD) Quality System certified company. HENI is a state Gujarat State FDA and GMP certified facility. For its food ingredient business it is licensed by FSSAI. At Heni, we prioritize the quality of our products to ensure that every customer receives the best possible experience. Our commitment to excellence is embedded in every step of our quality control process. Below, we outline our comprehensive approach to maintaining the highest standards:
We strive to exceed expectations and deliver products that consistently meet the highest standards of excellence. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are committed to earning your trust through our relentless pursuit of quality.