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Bangkok, Thailand – In this issue our editors have a conversation with Mr. Raju Jethmalani as he shares his experiences, the evolution of I.R. Tubes, insights into the rubber and latex industries, and his advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs and engineers. His reflections capture more than a company’s success story — they celebrate a lifelong dedication to building value, trust, and innovation in India’s rubber landscape. In a world where industrial success often depends on speed and scale, I.R. Tubes Pvt. Ltd. stands out for something far more enduring commitment to quality, integrity, and technical depth. Founded in 1981 near Pune, India as a manufacturer of rubber extruded and molded products, the company evolved through vision and foresight under the leadership of Mr. Raju Jethmalani. When India liberalized its economy in the early 1990s, he boldly transitioned I.R. Tubes from manufacturing to trading, transforming it into one of India’s most trusted distributors of specialty chemicals for the rubber, latex, PVC, adhesives, and coatings industries. Today, I.R. Tubes is synonymous with high-performance, environment-friendly chemicals sourced from global leaders such as DOG (Deutsche Oelfabrik, Germany), Emery Oleochemicals (Malaysia), Robinson Brothers (UK), and Aquaspersions (UK). What began as a small local venture has become a vital link between world-class innovation and India’s fast-evolving rubber sector. Mr. Jethmalani’s professional journey reflects a rare combination of technical insight, business prudence, and human values. His belief that “efficiency should never come at the cost of excellence” continues to guide I.R. Tubes’ partnerships and innovations — from improving latex dispersions and rubber curing systems to advancing eco-safe accelerators and sustainable compounding technologies.
