Oilfield Chemical Solutions: Fracturing, Cementing, Acidizing, Coil Tubing, Water Shutoff, Sand Control, Hydrocolloid Ingredients for Food & Industrial Applications: Guar Gum (Suncol grades), Guar Splits (Sunfeed), Fenugreek Galactomannan (Suncol‑20FD)
Sunita Hydrocolloids Inc. (SHI), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a leading distributor and blending specialist of hydrocolloids and chemical solutions tailored for the oilfield and industrial sectors. With decades of global expertise inherited from its Indian parent company, Sunita Hydrocolloids Pvt. Ltd., SHI has expanded its reach across North America by offering both advanced chemical technologies for well operations and high-purity hydrocolloids for industrial and food-grade use. ### Core Business Sunita Hydrocolloids Inc. operates with a dual focus: 1. Oilfield Chemical Technologies – delivering custom chemical solutions for drilling, completion, stimulation, and production. 2. Hydrocolloid Products – offering a wide portfolio of natural thickening and gelling agents used across food, feed, and industrial applications. The company provides a seamless bridge between raw material sourcing in Asia and real-time customer support and distribution in the Americas. ### Product and Service Offerings #### 1. Oilfield Chemical Solutions - Applications: Fracturing, cementing, acidizing, coil tubing, water shut-off, and sand control. - Specialty Chemicals: - Friction Reducers - Clay Stabilizers - Biocides - Surfactants - Gelling Agents - Crosslinkers These formulations are tailored to meet the demanding operational environments of upstream oil and gas exploration and production in North America. #### 2. Hydrocolloid Products Sunita is recognized for high-quality natural hydrocolloids derived from guar and fenugreek. - Guar Gum (Suncol Series): - Suncol-T: Food-grade thickener - Suncol-O: Oilfield grade for viscosifying frac fluids - Suncol-I: Industrial applications - Guar Splits (Sunfeed): High protein animal feed supplement - Fenugreek Galactomannan (Suncol‑20FD): Clean-label, soluble dietary fiber with prebiotic functionality, often used in beverages, meal replacements, and nutraceuticals. These ingredients are processed in state-of-the-art facilities adhering to GMP and food safety standards. ### Specialization and USP - Bi-continental operations: Integrated supply chain from Indian manufacturing plants to U.S.-based distribution. - End-to-end solutions: From custom formulation to packaging and on-time delivery. - Natural sourcing: Strong backward integration with Indian agricultural cooperatives ensures quality and traceability. - Technical support: In-house chemists and application engineers provide tailored solutions for client-specific challenges. ### Financials While SHI’s standalone financials are private, their parent entity, Sunita Hydrocolloids Pvt. Ltd., has a strong balance sheet with: - Annual processing capacity of over 45,000 metric tons of guar-based products. - Exporting to 60+ countries globally. - U.S. operations (SHI) responsible for approximately 25% of group revenue, according to third-party market analysis (Statista & GlobalData). This underscores SHI’s pivotal role in North American expansion and revenue contribution. ### Shipment and Trade Facilitation Trade intelligence from platforms like ImportYeti and Volza indicates: - Over 150+ shipments from India to the U.S. between 2020 and 2024. - Main ports of entry: Houston, Savannah, and Newark. - Predominant products: Guar Gum Powder, Guar Splits, and Oilfield Additives. The company operates warehouses and contract blending facilities across the southern U.S. to support just-in-time deliveries for oilfield clients. ### Target Market - Oil & Gas Operators (upstream) - Fracturing and Well Service Companies - Food & Beverage Processors - Animal Nutrition Blenders - Industrial Adhesive and Paper Manufacturers - Nutraceutical Brands targeting fiber and clean-label thickeners SHI’s unique blend of chemical and natural ingredient portfolios makes it versatile across multiple industries. ### Capabilities - Contract blending and private labeling for chemical solutions - Bulk warehousing and packaging services (sacks, drums, totes) - Application laboratories for performance validation - Regulatory documentation including COAs, MSDS, Kosher, Halal, and Food Grade certifications ### Certifications and Compliance - FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 for food safety (parent company production sites) - Halal and Kosher certified products - REACH Compliant - U.S. FDA Registered for food-grade guar - Adheres to API guidelines for oilfield chemical formulations ### Customer Testimonials > “Sunita Hydrocolloids consistently delivers quality guar products that meet our demanding oilfield specifications.” > — Logan P., Procurement Manager, FracWell Services, Texas > “Their fenugreek-derived fiber has been a game-changer for our clean-label beverage formulations.” > — Nina D., Product R&D Lead, NutraBeverage Inc. ### Major Achievements - Launched the first fenugreek galactomannan product in North America under the brand Suncol‑20FD - Achieved zero rejection rate for 24 consecutive months in U.S. oilfield chemical supply contracts - Participated in global trade exhibitions including IFT (Chicago), Fi Europe, and ADIPEC (Abu Dhabi) - Strategic partnerships with blending facilities in Texas and Louisiana to ensure regional supply resilience Sunita Hydrocolloids Inc. continues to lead with innovation, quality, and responsiveness—delivering versatile solutions that meet the rigorous demands of today’s food, industrial, and energy sectors.
