About Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited
Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL) is a leading producer and supplier of petroleum products in India. Established in 1965 and headquartered in Chennai, the company operates as a subsidiary of Indian Oil Corporation Limited.
Products and Offerings
CPCL provides a diverse range of petroleum and petrochemical products, including:
- Fuels & Oils: Motor spirit, aviation turbine fuel, high-speed diesel, bunker fuel oils, and lube base stock.
- Industrial Products: Naphtha, bitumen, hexane, paraffin wax, and mineral turpentine oil.
- Specialty Chemicals: Linear alkyl benzene, methyl ethyl ketone, propylene glycol, and poly iso-butylene.
- Other Products: Sulphur, microcrystalline wax, and petrochemical feedstocks.
Company Background
Originally incorporated as Madras Refineries Limited, the company rebranded to Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited in June 2000. With decades of expertise, CPCL continues to play a vital role in India's energy sector.