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Caprihans India Limited has informed the Exchange about the Credit Rating.
Caprihans India Ltd-$ · 509486
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Caprihans India Ltd has received an upgraded credit rating from Infomerics Valuation and Rating Limited, with its long-term rating improved to IVR BB+/Stable and short-term rating to IVR A4+, with a stable outlook due to improved operating profitability and expansion into overseas markets.
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Bilcare
Caprihans India Limited Tel +91 20 6749 0100 direct@bilcare.com
601, ICC Trade Towers, www.bilcare.com
R.tu-eardv
Pune 411016 India
13 August 2026
The Secretary
BSE Limited
Dept of Corporate Services,
Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Tower
Dalal Street
Mumbai - 400001
Scrip Code No: 50948
Sub: Intimation of Credit Rating(s) pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations,
2015
Dear Sir/Madam,
Pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Part A of Schedule III of SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015, this is to inform you that Infomerics Valuation and
Rating Limited after due consideration, has upgraded the Long Term Rating to IVR BB+/Stable
from the previous year's IVR BB/Stable and Short Term Rating to IVR A4+ from the previous
year's IVR A4. Additionally, the total rated bank loan facilities were enhanced to Rs. 624.24
Crore from Rs. 610.63 Crore. The outlook on the long-term rating is Stable.
You are requested to take the same on your record.
Thanking you
Yours faithfully,
For Caprihans India Limited
Rajesh P. Likhite
Company Secretary
Encl: As above
Pune Plant & Registered Office: 1028 Shiroli Rajgurunagar Pune 410505 India Tel +91 2135 647300
CIN - L29150PN1946PLC232362 GST 27AAACC1646F1Z0
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Caprihans India Limited
August 12, 2026
Rating Action
Total Bank Loan Facilities Rs. 624.24 Crore (Enhanced from Rs Regulator^
Rated 610.63 Crore)
Long Term Rating IVR BB+/Stable (Rating Upgraded) RBI
Short Term Rating IVR A4+ (Rating Upgraded) RBI
^Kindly note that for activities or instruments falling under the purview of FSRs other than
SEBI, the grievance/dispute redressal mechanisms and investor protection mechanisms
provided by SEBI shall not be available.
Refer Annexures for details of facilities/instruments, facility wise lender details, and detailed explanation
of covenants.
Note: None of the Directors on Infomerics Board are members of rating committee and thus do not participate
in discussion or assignment of any ratings. The Board of Directors also does not discuss any ratings at its
meetings.
Rationale
Infomerics Ratings has upgraded the rating on the bank facilities of Caprihans India Limited (CIL)
to IVR BB+/ Stable/ IVR A4+. The upgrade is driven by the consistent improvement in operating
profitability demonstrated in the last three quarters (starting from December 2025) on account
of successful implementation of strategies related to new product development, cost reduction,
exit from less profitable product segments and focus on expanding market presence in overseas
markets where margins are higher. Infomerics expects the company to maintain operating
margins at close to the improved levels observed in Q1FY27, which would result in significantly
higher cash flows sufficient to support its large debt servicing requirements.
The rating derives strength from long track record of operations, established market presence,
strong domestic and international clientele, and change in business strategy which has improved
operating margins. However, the rating strengths are partially offset by elevated debt levels,
weak debt coverage indicators and exposure to raw material price volatility.
Outlook: Stable
The stable outlook is on account on expanding client base (especially in overseas markets) which
is expected to boost revenues and margins as well as inhouse consumption of base film which has
reduced operating costs, ultimately leading to steady growth in cash flows.
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Analytical Approach
Approach Comments
Consolidation/ Standalone Standalone
Parent/ Group Support NA
Key Rating Drivers with Detailed Description
Strengths
• Long track record of operations and established market presence
CIL, incorporated in April 1946, is one of India's leading manufacturers of polyvinyl chloride
(PVC) films and aluminium foils that are used for packaging of solid dosage pharmaceutical
products and other applications. Its long-standing presence in the industry has helped it build
strong relationships with customers and suppliers, ensuring business continuity. In FY24, the
company strengthened its market presence by acquiring the Pharma Packaging Innovations
(PPI) division from its ultimate holding company, Bilcare Limited.
• Strong domestic and international clientele
CIL serves a global customer base, including major pharmaceutical companies across 100+
countries. Domestically, it has a strong presence with offices in key cities like Mumbai, Delhi,
Bengaluru, and Chennai. Internationally, CIL exports to markets such as the USA, Europe, UK,
UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Russia, Thailand, Philippines, Turkey, Egypt and Kenya.
This extensive reach reinforces its position as a leading player in the pharmaceutical
packaging industry.
• Change in business strategy has improved operating margins from last three quarters
CIL has implemented a strategic shift to improve operating margins by expanding into export
markets, increasing in-house consumption of base film, and leveraging R&D to develop
innovative pharmaceutical packaging solutions that reduce package size and lower costs for
clients while improving margins for the company due to reduced raw material costs. The base
plastic film produced in its Pune plant is now consumed captively, thereby reducing the need
for the Nashik plant to procure the same from outside vendors. Additionally, the company
has strengthened its global presence by hiring senior marketing personnel in overseas
locations and actively participating in key international pharmaceutical packaging
exhibitions in Barcelona (FY24), Frankfurt, and Paris (FY25), demonstrating its commitment
to growth despite associated expenses.
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With the new business strategies in place, the company has witnessed a significant
improvement in its operating performance from Q3FY26 onwards. Investments in
strengthening the marketing network, expanding export markets, and enhancing the product
mix have translated into higher revenue, improved realisations, and better operating
profitability. Consequently, the company reported improved EBITDA margins of 6.65% in
Q3FY26, 9.46% in Q4FY26 and 16.76% in Q1FY27. It reported positive net profit of Rs. 6.31
crore in Q4FY26, further improving to Rs.7.05 crore in Q1FY27. Previously, the dip in EBITDA
margin to 0.81% in Q2FY26 (vis-à-vis 5.12% in Q1FY26) is attributed to anti-dumping duty
on aluminium foils imported from China, which directly impacted the company. Additionally,
CIL was engaged in seed marketing in overseas markets, taking orders at cost to gain market
entry.
Weaknesses
• Elevated debt levels and weak debt coverage indicators
CIL’s acquisition of the PPI unit of Bilcare Limited significantly increased its debt burden,
shifting it from a debt-free entity till FY22 to a highly leveraged one in FY23. The high debt
levels have also weakened key financial indicators. The interest coverage ratio remained
weak at 0.54x in FY26(A) (FY25: 0.45x), Similarly, the debt service coverage ratio remained
below unity at 0.60x in FY26(A) as against 0.48x in FY25(A). However, CIL was able service
the debt in FY25 and FY26 from other income comprising largely of proceeds from sale of
Thane factory, recovery from old debtors (for which provisions had been made) and recurring
cash inflows, including interest earned on bank deposits, income-tax refunds, dividend
income, rental income and foreign exchange gains arising from the Company's export
operations.
• Exposure to raw material price volatility
The primary raw materials for CIL’s products include PVC resin and other petrochemical
derivatives, whose prices are subject to global market fluctuations. Price volatility in crude
oil and raw materials can lead to increased production costs, which may not always be passed
on to clients which are pharmaceutical companies in timely manner, considering that they are
much
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