Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited (CMRL) is a globally recognised Indian titanium-bearing mineral processing company specialising in the value addition of mineral sands through proven indigenous technology. Incorporated as a Public Limited Company, CMRL was promoted by Dr. S. N. Sasidharan Kartha, a distinguished industrialist and technocrat, with the vision of establishing world-class titanium mineral processing capabilities in India. The company commenced commercial production of Synthetic Rutile in 1993.
CMRL operates from its manufacturing facility at the Edayar Industrial Development Area, Kochi, Kerala. The company is certified under ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems and ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety, reflecting its strong commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence. With decades of expertise in mineral processing, CMRL is a reliable supplier of Synthetic Rutile to the titanium metal, sponge, and TiO₂ sectors, supporting high-performance applications across global markets.
Leveraging its core expertise in titanium minerals and process control, CMRL has expanded beyond traditional mineral processing by developing a diversified portfolio of value-added solutions. Its offerings include NSF-certified Ferric Chloride for water treatment, TiO₂-based BF Protector for metallurgical applications, specialty TiO₂ pigments for the paint industry, Rutoweld for welding applications, and other specialised products designed to meet evolving industrial requirements.
To showcase its expertise in specialty TiO₂ pigments, CMRL is presenting its solutions at Paint India, introducing CMTIC TiO₂ — a specialised range of beige and grey rutile titanium dioxide pigments engineered for applications requiring controlled opacity, colour stability, and cost-effective formulation. Designed as a partial replacement for white TiO₂ and conventional colour pigments, CMTIC TiO₂ enables formulators to achieve target performance while optimising overall pigment costs.
Guided by its philosophy, “From Nature… With Nature… Towards Nature,” CMRL continues to deliver sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective solutions to the global coatings industry and the broader titanium value chain.