TDB funds Clearsynth Labs facility for bulk manufacture of deuterated reagents
On 12 June 2025 in New Delhi, the Technology Development Board (TDB) announced financial support to Clearsynth Labs Limited for a facility to manufacture deuterated reagents and building blocks at commercial scale.
Summary
The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science and Technology, extended financial support to Clearsynth Labs Limited for a dedicated facility for commercial-scale production of deuterated reagents and building blocks, it said on 12 June 2025. India currently imports most deuterated solvents, which are in demand for pharmaceuticals, OLEDs, semiconductors and fibre optics. Clearsynth has an agreement with the Heavy Water Board (HWB) of the Department of Atomic Energy ensuring long-term access to heavy water.
Key facts
- Funder
- Technology Development Board (DST)
- Company
- Clearsynth Labs Limited
- Product
- Deuterated reagents and building blocks
- Heavy water
- Agreement with Heavy Water Board, DAE
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The Technology Development Board's support to Clearsynth Labs, announced on 12 June 2025, is for a facility to manufacture what?
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Correct answer: B — Deuterated reagents and building blocks
PIB (DST): TDB extended financial support to Clearsynth Labs for commercial-scale production of deuterated reagents and building blocks.