About Keva
Located at 2 International Business Park, Singapore, Keva’s cosmetic lab serves as a key hub for fragrance manufacturing and research in Asia. Founded in 1922, Keva has grown from its Mumbai origins to establish:
- Research and development facilities across Singapore, Mumbai, Jakarta, Amsterdam and Milan
- Manufacturing plants in India, Netherlands and Italy
- Specialized testing services for fragrances and flavors
- Biotechnology research capabilities
The Singapore facility connects Keva’s global network of innovation centers, supporting product development across Asia-Pacific markets.
Frequently asked questions
Keva offers the following product lines and services:
- Fragrance Products
- Attars and perfumes
- Aroma ingredients
- Flavor compounds
- Technical Services
- Biotechnology research
- Ingredient testing
- Sensorial development
- Manufacturing
- Fragrance compounds
- Aroma chemicals
- Cosmetic ingredients
The company serves both B2B and B2C markets through its manufacturing and R&D facilities.
Keva’s operational structure includes:
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The company operates under international manufacturing and testing standards.
Keva operates through a network of manufacturing and research facilities:
- Manufacturing Plants
- India: Mumbai, Vapi, Vashivali, Mahad
- Europe: Almere (Netherlands), Milan (Italy)
- Research Centers
- Asia: Mumbai, Jakarta, Singapore
- Europe: Amsterdam, Milan
The company maintains operations across:
- India
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Singapore
- Indonesia
More details about Keva
A century of expertise in fragrance and cosmetics
Since 1922, Keva has built a strong reputation in the fragrance and cosmetics industry. From its origins as S H Kelkar & Company in British India to its current position as a global player, the company has maintained its focus on quality and innovation in perfumery and cosmetic development.
Advanced research and development facilities
At its Singapore location in International Business Park, Keva operates a cosmetic lab that forms part of its international network of creative development centers. This facility works in conjunction with other research hubs in Mumbai, Jakarta, Amsterdam, and Milan to drive innovation in the field.
Technical capabilities and services
- Fragrance formulation and testing
- Aroma ingredient development
- Biotechnology research
- Sensory evaluation
- Quality control and compliance
Global manufacturing network
Keva maintains manufacturing facilities across multiple locations:
- Four plants in India (Mumbai, Vapi, Vashivali, and Mahad)
- European facilities in Almere, Netherlands
- Production center in Milan, Italy
Strategic expansion and market presence
The company has strengthened its position through strategic acquisitions, including PFW Netherlands and Holland Aromatics. Listed on both BSE and NSE since 2015, Keva serves markets across Asia and Europe, with its Singapore facility playing a key role in serving the Southeast Asian region.
Product portfolio
The company specializes in:
- Custom fragrance creation
- Flavor development
- Aroma ingredients
- Technical consulting services
- Cosmetic ingredient testing
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