JK
Tyre Rolls Out India’s First Passenger Car Tyre with ISCC Plus Certified
Sustainable Material
~ Production began at the company’s Chennai facility,
reinforcing its commitment to green innovation and a circular economy ~
Chennai,
15 May, 2025: JK
Tyre & Industries Ltd., the pioneers of innovation in tyre industry have
commenced production of its ‘UX Royale Green’ passenger car tyres using ISCC
Plus certified sustainable raw materials at its Chennai Tyre Plant—marking
yet another first in the Indian tyre industry. This milestone reflects JK Tyre’s steadfast commitment
to green technology and reducing carbon footprint through continuous R&D
excellence.
The
certification, granted under the globally recognised International
Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC plus) framework, validates
the use of traceable and responsibly sourced renewable and recycled raw
materials, further reinforcing the company’s dedication to environmental
responsibility and circular manufacturing practices.
Developed
in August 2023, India’s first passenger car radial tyre made with 80%
sustainable, recycled, and renewable materials was put to rigorous evaluation
and testing. The UX Royale Green is the result of over a decade of dedicated
research by JK Tyre’s Global Tech Centre. The company’s R&D team has been
focused on developing alternative solutions to replace conventional
petroleum-based materials with sustainable options.
On this
occasion, Dr. Raghupati Singhania, Chairman & Managing Director, JK Tyre
& Industries Ltd., said, "The commencement of sustainable tyre
production represents a defining step in JK Tyre’s journey toward
environmentally responsible innovation. We are pleased to set new industry
benchmarks that balance high performance with ecological responsibility. This
milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to driving responsible
mobility—anchored in green technology, circular economy principles, and the
delivery of world-class, low-impact products. At the same time, innovation,
quality and safety continue to be foundational to our operations."
While
sustainability remains a primary focus, excellence and reliability continue to
be core pillars of JK Tyre’s processes and practices. The company was the first
tyre manufacturer in the world to receive ISO 9001 certification across its
entire operations in 1995, a testament to its commitment to best-in-class
manufacturing standards and customer satisfaction. Every tyre innovation,
including the UX Royale Green, reflects this legacy of quality and performance.
The
ISCC Plus certification for raw material ensures end-to-end traceability of
sustainable materials across the value chain. In JK Tyre’s UX Royale Green,
certified raw materials include bio-attributed polymers, renewable oils,
recycled rubber powder, recovered carbonaceous black, recycled polyester, and
steel wire, all sourced under circular practices.
With
this achievement, JK Tyre reinforces its role as a trailblazer in sustainable
tyre technology and a responsible partner in India’s green industrial journey.
About JK Tyre & Industries Ltd.
The flagship company of JK Organisation, JK Tyre & Industries Ltd is amongst the top 20 tyre manufacturers in the world with 11 globally benchmarked ‘sustainable’ manufacturing facilities - 9 in India and 2 in Mexico – that collectively produce around 35 million tyres annually. Pioneering Radial technology in India, the Company produced its first radial tyre in 1977. JK Tyre’s unwavering commitment towards innovation is reflected through its state-of-the-art global research and technology centre the “Raghupati Singhania Centre of Excellence” in Mysore, which houses state-of-the-art testing and validation equipment.
JK
Tyre secured ‘Best in Class’ rating in ESG performance in recognition of its
superior environment, social and governance (ESG) practices. JK Tyre has been
awarded the most coveted Safety award in the world - the ‘Sword of Honour’ for
Safety across all its plants by the British Safety Council, UK. JK Tyre has
also been recognized among the India’s top 30 Most Sustainable companies by
Business World and JK Tyre is India's first tyre company to join RE100.
For more information, visit www.jktyre.com
