RCF Granted Patent for Innovative Fertilizer Coating System
Mumbai, January 17, 2026: State-owned Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) announced on Friday that it has been granted a patent for an innovative fertilizer coating technology by the Indian Patent Office.
In a regulatory filing to the stock exchanges, the public sector undertaking (PSU) stated that it received Patent Number 578371 for the invention titled "A SYSTEM AND A PROCESS FOR COATING A FERTILIZER". The patent was officially granted on January 16, 2026.
Key Details:
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Patent Number: 578371
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Invention Title: "A SYSTEM AND A PROCESS FOR COATING A FERTILIZER"
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Grant Date: January 16, 2026
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Term: 20 years, effective from March 19, 2024, as per the Indian Patents Act, 1970.
Strategic Significance:
The granting of this patent underscores RCF's commitment to research, development, and innovation in the agri-inputs sector. A specialized coating system can enhance fertilizer efficiency by improving nutrient release patterns, reducing environmental losses, and increasing crop yield—a critical focus area for sustainable agriculture.
This intellectual property achievement strengthens RCF's product portfolio and technological edge in the competitive fertilizers market, aligning with national goals of promoting indigenous innovation and self-reliance in the chemicals and agriculture sector.