SK Minerals & Additives Limited enters into Technical and Commercial co-operation and collaboration agreement with iPOOL s.r.l, Italy.

Date: 04.09.2026 BSE Limited Department of Corporate Services 25th Floor, PJ Towers, Dalal Street, Mumbai, 400001 Scrip Code: 544584 Symbol: SKM ISIN: INE13YH01017 Subject: SK Minerals & Additives Limited enters into Technical and Commercial co-operation and collaboration agreement with iPOOL s.r.l., Italy SK Minerals & Additives Limited (“the Company”) is pleased to announce to enter into a Technical and Commercial Cooperation & Collaboration Agreement iPOOL, S.r.l. (“IPOOL”) aimed at fostering technical cooperation & collaboration, joint research and development, commercial collaboration in the field of flame-retardant additives and compounds. This cooperation & collaboration brings together complementary technical expertise and market capabilities with the objective of developing innovative, high-performance and application-oriented flame-retardant solutions. This collaboration will focus on joint R&D initiatives, technical development, formulation support, application development and identification of new commercial opportunities, with a particular emphasis on evolving customer requirements and next- generation material solutions. Through this strategic collaboration, the Company expects to further strengthen its technical capabilities, application-development expertise and innovation platform enhancing R&D capabilities & infrastructure, while accelerating the development and commercialisation of value- added products for high-growth and technology-intensive applications. The collaboration is expected to create opportunities across a range of specialised applications, particularly in the wire & cable, electric vehicle (EV) and automotive sectors, where demand for advanced flame-retardant materials & compound is being driven by increasing requirements for safety, performance, sustainability and regulatory compliance. Commenting on the development, Mr. Mohit Jindal, Chairman & Managing Director said “We are delighted to collaborate with iPOOL s.r.l., that represents an important milestone in our journey towards building a stronger, technology-led and innovation-driven business. We believe that innovation and technological collaboration will be key drivers for our next phase of growth. Our collaboration with iPOOL s.r.l. will enable us to further strengthen our R&D capabilities, accelerate product development and pursue new opportunities in high-value specialty material applications.” We look forward to work closely with iPOOL s.r.l. on joint research and development, technical cooperation and collaboration by bringing together our capabilities, experience and market understanding, we aim to accelerate innovation and create products that address the evolving performance, safety and regulatory needs of our customers, particularly across the wire & cable, EV and automotive industries. We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Camillo Cardelli from iPOOL, s.r.l. for the trust and confidence they have placed in us. We see this collaboration not merely as a commercial association, but as an opportunity to build a long-term technology and innovation partnership that can generate sustainable growth and create meaningful value for all our stakeholders. We are confident that this collaboration will strengthen our R&D and application-development capabilities, expand our technological horizons and enable us to participate more meaningfully in emerging, high-value industrial opportunities. As we continue to invest in innovation and develop increasingly sophisticated material solutions, collaborations of this nature will remain an important part of our growth strategy.” About iPOOL s.r.l. iPOOL s.r.l. is an Italian technology and consultancy company founded in 2011 as a spin-off of the Institute for Chemical-Physical Processes of the National Research Council (CNR) of Pisa. With its strong scientific and technical foundation, iPOOL provides specialized consultancy and solutions to public and private organizations, with expertise spanning environmental protection, safety, and advanced material technologies. The company operates with a qualified team of experts and maintains an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system. Through its Materials Division, iPOOL has significant expertise in the cable and polymer industries, including raw materials for PVC and HFFR cable compounds, compounding equipment, extrusion optimization, flame-retardant additives for PVC and halogen-free compounds, laboratory testing equipment, technical training, and international fire-testing standards including the European CPR. iPOOL also supports the development and market introduction of new materials and additives, making it a technically strong partner for innovative and sustainable polymer solutions. About SK Minerals & Additives Ltd. SK Minerals & Additives Limited is an Indian specialty chemical and additives company based in Punjab, India, focused on developing and supplying innovative solutions for modern industrial applications. The company has evolved from its feed additives into a technology-driven manufacturer with a strong focus on halogen-free flame-retardant additives, food additives, and industrial & specialty chemicals. Its products are designed to meet the evolving requirements of industries such as automotive, electrical & electronics, cables, construction, food and other industrial sectors. With a strong emphasis on R&D, innovation, sustainability and customer-oriented technical solutions, SK Minerals is working towards developing high-performance additives that meet international quality and performance requirements. The company operates from its manufacturing facility in Khanna, Punjab, with a corporate presence in Punjab and is focused on expanding its market presence in India as well as international markets. Strategic Collaboration: The collaboration between iPOOL s.r.l., Italy, and SK Minerals & Additives Limited, India, brings together iPOOL's technical expertise in polymer materials, HFFR compounds and flame-retardant applications with SK Minerals' manufacturing capabilities and innovative additive solutions. The partnership is aimed at creating new opportunities for technical development, product optimization and market expansion in high-performance and halogen-free material solutions. Kindly take the above information on record. For SK Minerals & Additives Limited Mohit Jindal Chairman & Managing Director DIN: 05351969