Motul India Private Limited

What Motul India Private Limited does

Motul India Private Limited is the Indian subsidiary of the French lubricants manufacturer Motul, founded in 1853 and headquartered at Godrej Two, Vikhroli East, Mumbai. The company distributes a comprehensive portfolio of synthetic, semi-synthetic, and mineral lubricants across India, organized into bike engine oils (7100, 300V, 5100, 3100, 3000, RUN series), car engine oils (8100, 8000, 4100, 4000, 300V, ECO-TEC, X-TEC series), scooter engine oils (SCOOTER POWER/EXPERT/LE), truck and tractor oils (TEKMA, DS AGRI), transmission fluids (MOTYLGEAR, MULTI ATF, CVTF, MULTI DCTF), coolants (INUGEL EXPERT, MOTOCOOL EXPERT), greases (IRIX), and maintenance chemicals (MC Care line including chain care, helmet cleaners, tyre repair, and polishes). The underlying technology rests on proprietary Ester Core Technology and Technosynthese processes, with the 300V Factory Line representing the motorsport-grade flagship.

The company sells through a hybrid B2C and B2B-light distribution model: an extensive Indian dealer network locatable via the company website, direct e-commerce on motulindia.com, and official storefronts on Amazon India and Flipkart. Marketing combines SEO-driven educational blog content, organic social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), and the Speed Zone experiential event series (Masterclass, Rev Up Rally, Tech Talk, Pit Stop Challenge, Garage Open House, EcoDrive Expo). Customer testimonials and product reviews indicate the primary end-user base is individual two-wheeler and passenger car owners, with a secondary presence in the commercial vehicle and tractor segments.

Motul India operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Motul (France), with no disclosed ownership percentages, funding rounds, executive leadership changes, or financial figures. No revenue, headcount, or profitability data is publicly available for the Indian entity. The global parent reports 150+ years of heritage, 50+ countries of distribution, 20,000+ global employees, and 30 million+ claimed end-users, providing the strategic and technological backbone for the Indian operation.

Name

Motul India Private Limited

Legal name

Motul India Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://motulindia.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Motul India Private Limited, the Indian subsidiary of France-based Motul, distributes synthetic and mineral lubricants, engine oils, transmission fluids, coolants, greases, and maintenance chemicals for two-wheelers, passenger cars, scooters, trucks, and tractors through a dealer network, e-commerce site, and Amazon/Flipkart marketplaces.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Lubricants

NAICS

Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (4246), Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (424690)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890), Wholesale-Chemicals & Allied Products (5160)

akta.pro primary industry

Lubricants, Fluids & Chemical Products Distribution (Oils, Coolants, AdBlue/DEF, Cleaners) (TLAKAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lubricant Additives & Performance Chemicals (EUALAJAB), Motorcycle, powersports & ATV parts and accessories distribution (CRAOANAK)

Keywords

• Synthetic engine oils
• Automotive lubricants
• Motorcycle engine oil
• Car engine oil
• Transmission fluids

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Engine Oils and Lubricants: Primary revenue stream from selling engine oils, lubricants, and related automotive fluids across multiple viscosity grades and formulations for bikes, cars, scooters, trucks, and tractors.
2. Maintenance and Care Products: Revenue from auxiliary products including chain cleaners, chain lubes, helmet cleaners, helmet interior cleaners, tyre repair products, and polishes for motorcycle and automotive care.
3. Coolants and Transmission Fluids: Revenue from engine coolants (Inugel Expert, Motocool Expert) and transmission fluids (ATF, CVTF, DCTF, MOTYLGEAR) for various vehicle types.
4. Greases and Chemicals: Revenue from specialty greases (IRIX Multi Service AP3, IRIX Long Life Grease Red Gel) and chemical additives (System Keep Clean for gasoline and diesel).

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Motul India manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of synthetic, semi-synthetic (Technosynthese), and mineral-based engine oils, transmission fluids, coolants, brake fluids, greases, and automotive maintenance products for motorcycles, cars, scooters, trucks, and tractors. The company serves Indian vehicle owners and workshops through an extensive dealer network, direct e-commerce (motulindia.com), and major online marketplaces (Amazon India, Flipkart). Products are formulated using proprietary Ester Core Technology and Double Ester Technology for high-performance and motorsport applications.

Product overview

Motul India offers a comprehensive portfolio of lubricants and automotive care products organized across multiple categories: Bike Engine Oils (including 7100, 300V, 5100, 3100 GOLD, 3000 PLUS, and RUN series in various viscosities), Bike Lubricants (FORK OIL EXPERT series and brake fluids), Car Engine Oils (300V POWER/RACING/COMPETITION, 8100 X-CESS/X-MAX/X-CLEAN PLUS, X-TEC PLUS, ECO-TEC series, 4100 POWER/ECOMILE/ECOFLEET, 4000 MOTION PLUS, 2000 MULTI POWER, and 8000 PERFOMAX/SUV series), Truck & Tractor Engine Oils (TEKMA MEGA FLEET, TEKMA MULTI, TEKMA TURBO, DS SUPER AGRI, DS AGRI lines), Scooter Engine Oils (SCOOTER POWER LE, SCOOTER EXPERT LE, SCOOTER LE series), Gear & Transmission Fluids (MOTYLGEAR, MULTI ATF, CVTF, MULTI DCTF, ATF VI, HD 85W140), Coolants (INUGEL EXPERT, MOTOCOOL EXPERT), Maintenance & Care products (chain cleaners, tyre repair, polishes, helmet cleaners), Chemicals & Additives (SYSTEM KEEP CLEAN for gasoline and diesel), and Greases (IRIX MULTI SERVICE AP3, IRIX LONG LIFE GREASE RED GEL). The product portfolio ranges from entry-level mineral oils to premium fully synthetic formulations using proprietary Ester Core and Technosynthese technologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MC Care: Maintenance and care product line including helmet cleaners, chain lubes, and bike care products
• IRIX

Products and services

• 7100 4T 20W50 High-performance synthetic 4-stroke engine oil for motorcycles offering hassle-free protection and enhanced performance.
• 300V 4T 15W50 Premium fully synthetic 4-stroke engine oil with Ester Core Technology for high-performance motorcycles.
• 5100 4T 10W30 Technosynthese semi-synthetic 4-stroke engine oil for motorcycles balancing performance and economy.
• 300V POWER RACING 5W30 Fully synthetic racing motor oil with Ester Core technology for high-performance car engines.
• 8100 X-CESS 5W40 Fully synthetic engine oil for petrol and diesel cars with excellent heat control and engine smoothness.
• 8000 PERFOMAX 5W30 Fully synthetic engine oil engineered for instant power on demand with API SP and ACEA C2 certifications.
• 8000 SUV 5W30 Fully synthetic engine oil designed for SUVs with instant power on demand and optimized torque delivery.
• 4100 ECOMILE 5W30 Technosynthese engine oil with LSPI protection for BS VI compliant engines.
• TEKMA MEGA FLEET ULD 15W40 Ultra-long distance heavy-duty diesel engine oil for commercial trucking applications.
• DS SUPER AGRI 15W40 Premium diesel engine oil for agricultural tractors and heavy machinery.
• SCOOTER POWER LE 4T 5W40 Fully synthetic engine oil specifically designed for modern high-performance scooters with catalytic converters.
• MOTYLGEAR 75W90 Technosynthese gear oil for conventional manual transmissions and hypoid differentials.
• MULTI ATF 100% synthetic automatic transmission fluid for modern automatic gearboxes.
• INUGEL EXPERT 50:50 Pre-mixed radiator coolant with high boiling point, compatible with IAT, HOAT and OAT technologies.
• MOTOCOOL EXPERT Nitrite, amine and phosphate-free coolant specifically formulated for modern liquid-cooled motorcycles.
• C1 CHAIN CLEAN Motorcycle chain cleaner that effectively removes dirt, grime and contaminants from chains.
• C2 CHAIN LUBE ROAD Premium chain lubricant for motorcycle chains including O-ring, X-ring and Z-ring types.
• P3 TYRE REPAIR Emergency tyre repair solution that repairs and re-inflates tyres without removing the tyre from the vehicle.
• E5 SHINE & GO Motorcycle polish for fairing, plastics, dashboard, rims and paintwork with glossy finish.
• M1 HELMET & VISOR CLEAN Neutral helmet and visor cleaner that removes dust and pollutants effectively.
• M2 HELMET INTERIOR CLEAN Dermatologically tested helmet interior sanitizer that removes odour and kills bacteria.
• SYSTEM KEEP CLEAN Gasoline Preventive additive cleaner for petrol engines that maintains fuel system cleanliness.
• SYSTEM KEEP CLEAN Diesel Preventive additive cleaner for diesel engines compatible with DPF and SCR systems.
• IRIX MULTI SERVICE AP3 High-performance NLGI 3 grease for all vehicles with 40,000 km service interval capability.
• IRIX LONG LIFE GREASE RED GEL Extended durability grease for all vehicles with 60,000 km service interval, resistant to heavy loads.
• FORK OIL EXPERT series Motorcycle suspension fork oils in multiple viscosity grades (5W, 7.5W, 10W, 15W, 20W) for various riding conditions.
• DOT 3 & 4 / DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID Brake fluid meeting DOT 3 and DOT 4 specifications for motorcycle and automotive braking systems.
• CVTF / MULTI DCTF Technosynthese continuously variable and dual clutch transmission fluids for modern CVT and DCT vehicles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Extended oil change intervals up to 24,000 km compared to 5,000 km for conventional oils
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/motul
• Facebookfacebook.com/MotulIndia?mibextid=LQQJ4d
• Instagraminstagram.com/motulindia?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ==
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/motul-india

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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