Dear Sir

We are pleased to introduce about our company ; Golden Cashew Products (P) Ltd. is a leading global manufacturing company developing products derived from Cashew Nut Shell liquid (a Renewable Natural resource). Founded in 1986, the company is headquartered in Pondicherry, India and maintains global trade relations with the help of many leading distributors across the world.

The unique properties of CNSL are used to develop and produce a wide range of products that have various applications– In speciality surface coatings, Friction materials, Rubber, Industrial Laminates, Adhesives and sealants. CNSL can be used as an organic substitute for the higher cost phenol based products while at the same time introducing unique features and advantages over traditional chemistry.

Started as a first generation entrepreneurial venture in 1986, GCPPL has steadily grown over the years to become the largest manufacturer and producer of CNSL based derivatives like CNSL, Cardanol, Cashew Friction Dust and Phenalkamine Epoxy Hardeners in India and is recognised globally as well.

We produce the below products :

1.       CNSL Oil (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid) :-

CNSL is a reddish brown viscous liquid extracted from a soft honeycomb structure inside the cashew nutshell and is a by-product of the Cashew industry.It is extracted from the cashew nut shell, which is a pericarp fluid of the Shell nut. CNSL is a mixture of four components: all are substituted phenols - anacardic acid (I), cardanol (II), cardol(III) and 2-methyl cardol(IV). Anacardic Acid and Cardanol are monohydric phenols whereas Cardol and 2-methyl cardol are dihydric phenols. In the nut, CNSL occurs mainly as an anacardic acid (~90%) and cardol around slightly lower than 10%. The dual phenolic/alkenyl nature of CNSL makes it a potential natural raw material for the synthesis of water-resistant resins and polymers. CNSL is primarily used as raw material for CNSL Liquid Resin, PF Resin and Cashew Friction Dust(CFD) for Automobile Brake linings. It is also used for the manufacture of Paint and Varnishes, Epoxy Resins and Oil soluble Resins, Surface Active Agent, Synthetic Rubber & Wax compounding, Foundry Resins, etc...

Application area : Industrial Coating ,Enamel/Paints, Marine Paints, Acid resistant Paints, Varnishes, Binders, Rubber, CNSL Formaldehyde Resins (Novolac), Foundry Resins, Epoxy hardener, curing Agents, antioxidants, plasticizers ,Processing aids for rubber compounds ,Modifiers for plastic materials, Binders for Foundry, Friction Material etc..

2.       Cardanol :-

Cardanol is a naturally occurring Phenol in light pale yellow color manufactured from CNSL. It is a monohydroxyl Phenol having a long hydrocarbon Chain (C15H27) in the Meta position. Cardanol also known as Cashew Phenol is obtained in the distillation process of technical CNSL under reduced pressure. The distillation takes place at high temperature and Distilled CNSL vapours are received through high vacuum. The average unsaturation of about two double bonds in the side chain of the Cardanol molecules make cross linking easy and provides a satisfactory gradual drying and baking properties to paints prepared from it. Because of its peculiar structure Cardanol Varnishes have high electric Insulation, greater resistance to water, chemicals and good flexibility.

Cardanol is used as a primary building block for epoxy curing agents and epoxy diluents and modifiers. This natural alkylphenolic material has an aromatic ring that provides a strong chemical resistant backbone while the hydroxyl group gives strong adhesion and good reactivity for fast and low temperature cure. A long aliphatic side chain provides excellent water resistance, good flexibility, low viscosity, extended pot life, and excellent corrosion protection. Cardanol has an excellent properties ideal for the coating industry. It is widely used to manufacture Epoxy Curing Agents and other resins for Paints, Varnishes, and Laminates. It's widely used in Rubber, Pesticides, Adhesives, Mineral Oils, Friction Brake Linings, Electrical isolation putty, ink printing.

Application area : Industrial Coating ,Enamel/Paints, Marine Paints, Laminates, Phenolic resin, Phenalkamine Epoxy Hardener, Curing Agent, Varnishes, Binders, Rubber, , Epoxy hardener, curing Agents, antioxidants, plasticizers ,Processing aids for rubber compounds ,Modifiers for plastic materials, Binders for Foundry, Friction Material, Epoxy Curing Agents and other resins for Paints, Varnishes, and Laminates. It's widely used in Rubber, Pesticides, Adhesives, Mineral Oils, Friction Brake Linings, Electrical isolation putty, ink printing etc..

3.       Cashew Friction Dust:-

GCPPL is a leading producer of high performance cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) based friction particles for use in the automotive brake industry. CNSL friction particle is used in disc pad brakes and drum linings as a stabilizing agent. These particles (sometimes called friction dust) have a resilient nature which cushions the engaging property of a piece of lining. In addition, they decompose on the surface of a lining at various elevated temperatures which controls the wear and offers a protective device by prohibiting excessive temperature from being developed. The inclusion of friction particles also helps control brake noise.

The friction particle product line consists of brown, black, and modified products that are designed to meet a comprehensive range of performance and property needs. Brake manufacturers can choose the most appropriate friction particle from a broad range of mesh sizes and particle distribution. These particles can be used in metallic, semi-metallic, asbestos and non-asbestos brake products.

Application area : Friction Brake Lining, Brake disc Pads , Brake Shoes, Clutch Facings Railway Blocks, Industrial Friction Products, Heavy duty block etc

4.       Phenalkamine Epoxy Hardener :-

The Mannich reaction of cardanol, formaldehyde, and certain amines is called a phenalkamine. Phenalkamines share some similar advantages to other Mannich base curing agents, such as: extremely fast cure, low temperature cure (even below 0°C), good chemical resistance, good surface appearance, good moisture tolerance, and non-blushing properties. However, due to the long aliphatic side chain of cardanol, phenalkamines also have very good pot life, good flexibility, surface tolerance, and excellent water and salt water resistance. Many Cardolite phenalkamines are also approved for use in food contact and potable water coatings.these are a unique type of hardeners that possess the rapid curing characteristics of the aliphatic polyamines while also exhibiting the non-volatility and low order of toxicity associated with polyamides.

The Mannich reaction of Cardanol, formaldehyde, and certain amines is called a Phenalkamine. Phenalkamines share some similar advantages to other Mannich base curing agents, such as: extremely fast cure, low temperature cure (even below 0°C), good chemical resistance, good surface appearance, good moisture tolerance, and non-blushing properties. However, due to the long aliphatic side chain of Cardanol, Phenalkamines also have very good pot life, good flexibility, surface tolerance, and excellent water and salt water resistance.

Our company offers large range of phenalkamine curing agents, phenalkamine adducts, reactive diluents and Epoxy resin modifiers for civil and coating applications.

Application area : Heavy duty anti-corrosive coating, Marine and offshore coatings, Industrial maintenance coating, Pipe relining and tank coating,Civil and floor coating applications

With its two manufacturing plants in Pondicherry, GCPPL enjoys an enviable position as being situated in the abundant cashew rich region of Pondicherry thereby ensuring a constant supply of quality raw material at all times. The production facility is ISO 9001 registered and strictly adheres to local and best practices in health, safety, environmental, and security standards.

GCPPL continues to invest in research and developing products and is an active promoter of "Green Technology" derived from this versatile, renewable resource.

Our business approach is grounded in the belief that we do the most good by doing what we are good at - developing market-based solutions that enable our clients to meet their strategic goals.

Keeping customers in our fold continuously right from our inception through our committed quality and service to our customers, we are known for our innate capability for the quality of our products and delivering the goods as per your specific requirement. We have got very good experience to supply of our material globally.  Kindly let us know your current requirement and quantity so as to give our best offer.

We look forward to a wonderful relationship together and success for all concerned. contact via email : gcpplc@gmail.com