ITC LIFE SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

ITC LIFE SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY CENTRE is primarily a Research and Development Centre. It is neither a conventional factory involved in large-scale commercial manufacturing nor a trading company. Its activities are focused on scientific research, product development, and technological innovation.

ITC LIFE SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY CENTRE Company Introduction

The ITC Life Sciences & Technology Centre LSTC is the advanced research and development hub of ITC Limited, one of India's leading multi-business enterprises. Situated in Bengaluru, India, LSTC is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to pioneering scientific research and technological innovation across various disciplines.

Its core mission is to drive innovation, develop new products and processes, and enhance the quality and sustainability of existing offerings for ITC's diverse business segments. These segments include Fast Moving Consumer Goods FMCG, Hotels, Paperboards and Packaging, and Agri-Business. The Centre conducts intensive research in areas such as plant biotechnology, agronomy, food sciences, material sciences, and packaging technology.

Equipped with advanced laboratories, pilot plants, and incubation facilities, LSTC serves as a crucial engine for intellectual property generation and technological advancement for ITC. It plays a vital role in translating scientific breakthroughs into market-ready products and sustainable solutions, thereby strengthening ITC's competitive position and contributing to its long-term growth. While it features pilot plants for developmental production, its primary function is not commercial manufacturing but rather research, innovation, and product/process development that precedes large-scale factory operations.

ITC Life Sciences & Technology Centre focuses on research and development. They do not directly manufacture or sell products to the public. Their work supports ITC's various businesses, including:

* Packaged Foods

* Personal Care Products

* Agri-Business

* Paperboards and Packaging

They develop technologies and innovations that are then used in the production of these product categories.