| J K Cements has commenced the commercial production and dispatch of portland calcined clay limestone cement (LC-3) at JK Cement Works Mangrol, Dist: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan State (a Unit of JK Cement).
LC-3, produced under IS 181 89:2023 and certified by BIS, reduces CO: emissions by up to 40% versus Ordinary Portland Cement, reinforcing the Company's commitment to sustainability and climate-conscious construction practices. The LC-3 is targeted to serve marquee infrastructure projects in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and other parts of India. This launch represents a significant step towards achieving the Company's sustainability strategy built on four pillars: Decarbonization, Circular Economy, Resource Efficiency, and Sustainable Innovation. Its material composition makes it unique from other
existing cement, which having Clinker-50%, Calcined-30% and Limestone-15%. This launch is expected to benefit the Company financially in the long run. |