Here in this article, we will be discussing the essential steps to start a naphthalene ball manufacturing business covering aspects like the manufacturing process, company registration, machines, costs, and much more.
Naphthalene Balls are used to prevent the attack of insects. They are extensively used as a household preservative of woolen clothes and as a deodorant tablet for toilets, urinals, bathrooms, etc. These are manufactured from naphthalene flakes by a tablet-making machine having its ball shape die. This industry requires a little machinery and technical know-how. Naphthalene ball manufacturing can profitably be started on a small-scale basis.
Naphthalene balls are normally used to preserve woolen fabrics. It is also used in the manufacture of dyes, phthalic acid, explosives, lamp black, varnishes, grease for greasing vehicles, as an antiseptic, and in the fun industry.
1. Understand the Local Market
Before actually jumping into the naphthalene ball manufacturing business, it is a must to gather information regarding the market size, and level of competition from local existing players. Visit local retail stores and check the naphthalene brands that are dominating the market. You can also buy samples to understand better the quality and the packaging of the product.
Nowadays, it is almost certain that you as an entrepreneur will venture into the online space. Check marketplaces like Amazon and others and find out the best-selling naphthalene products and their pricing. It will provide you with the essential information to find out the gaps and plan accordingly.
2. Register Your Naphthalene Ball Manufacturing Business
To run a legally-compliant naphthalene manufacturing business, it is advised to register your business. There are various business formation structures available in the country. Some of the popular company structures are the following:
- Sole Proprietorship
- One Person Company
- Partnership
- Limited Liability Company
- Private Limited Company
Select the one that fits your business needs and requirement. Furthermore, check with the local government concerned authorities for procuring the set of required licenses and permits to run a naphthalene balls-making business. It must be mentioned here that GST registration is mandatory to start and run a manufacturing business in India
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3. Naphthalene Ball Manufacturing Process
The production of balls centers around the naphthalene balls-making machine. There are two types of machines available in the market. You can go for either manually operated or power operated. Power-operated machines normally produce finer quality output. In addition to this, you also need to have MS jacketed vessels, heating arrangements, storage tanks, weighing scales, and a pouch-sealing machine.
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Naphthalene flakes are fed into a jacketed vessel in which temperature is maintained at 88 ° C and an agitator stirs the material. When naphthalene melts, other ingredients like paraffin wax, camphor, etc. are added and mixed thoroughly. The liquefied mass is fed into the china ball press or aluminum mold. After cooling the naphthalene balls are taken out and packed.
India’s naphthalene market is expected to witness high double-digit growth at a CAGR of 18% during 2021-26. The textile industry is the leading end-user industry for naphthalene in India.
4. Machine for Making Naphthalene Balls
One can manufacture naphthalene balls with a few types of equipment. Some of the essential machines and tools needed to manufacture naphthalene balls on a small scale are the following:
- Naphthalene balls machine
- Dies
- MS jacketed vessels
- Heating arrangement
- Storage Tanks
- Office furniture
- Business Website
5. Cost of Starting a Naphthalene Ball Manufacturing Business
You can start a naphthalene manufacturing business unit with an area as low as 500 Sq.ft. Find here a sample investment and cost chart of a Naphthalene Balls manufacturing plant:
| Plant Capacity: 500 kg/day | Plant & Machinery: Rupees 13 Lakh |
| Working Capital: Rupees 19 Lakh | Total Capital Investment: Rupees 41 Lakh |
| Return: 42% | Break-Even: 43% |
The actual cost of the naphthalene balls manufacturing project may change on different assumptions. You can modify the project capacity and project cost as per your requirement.
Hello, I’m Rupak Chakrabarty, a passionate advocate for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the driving force behind MUVSI Consulting, where I serve as a dedicated small business coach. With years of experience in the entrepreneurial world and a deep-rooted commitment to helping SMEs thrive, I bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and guidance to aspiring and established business owners alike.
