Tagros Chemicals Acquires Bayer's Global Flubendiamide Business

Published By DPRJ Universal | Published on Saturday, 10 January 2026

Tagros Chemicals India Private Limited has acquired Bayer AG’s global Flubendiamide (FLB) active ingredient business, covering assets across LATAM, EMEA, and APAC regions. This strategic acquisition includes solo and mixture formulations, key trademarks like BELT and FAME, product registrations, and technical know-how. The move significantly strengthens Tagros' global footprint, expanding market access to over 25 countries, reinforcing its Diamide segment position, and marking its entry into the B2C formulations business via Arqivo.

Tagros Chemicals India Private Limited has announced a definitive agreement to acquire global assets related to Bayer AG’s Flubendiamide (“FLB”) active ingredient business. This significant transaction encompasses the LATAM, EMEA, and APAC regions, strategically bolstering Tagros' presence in key international markets. The comprehensive acquisition package includes not only solo and mixture formulations associated with FLB but also a full suite of essential business assets. These assets comprise prominent trademarks such as BELT, FAME, FENOS, FENOS QUICK, BELT EXPERT, and TIHAN, along with valuable product registrations, registration data, extensive product information, critical formulation know-how, technical information, and existing inventories linked to the FLB business.This strategic move is anticipated to profoundly impact Tagros’ market reach, providing access to more than 25 countries and substantially strengthening its global footprint in the agricultural chemicals sector. It also serves to reinforce Tagros' competitive position within the Diamide segment, a crucial area for the company. A notable aspect of this acquisition is its role in marking Tagros' strategic entry into the B2C formulations business, which will be managed under its newly established entity, Arqivo. EY India served as the M&A advisor to Tagros, with Khaitan & Khaitan providing legal counsel for the transaction. This acquisition underscores Tagros’ commitment to expanding its portfolio and market influence globally.