Location

Mumbai : 307, Avior Corporate Park, LBS Marg, Mulund (W), Mumbai - 400 080. INDIA

Location

Gandhidham : Plot No. 3 & 4, Sector 10-B, Industrial Area, Gandhidham - 370 201, INDIA.

Call Us

+91 22 45194487

Location

Mumbai : 307, Avior Corporate Park, LBS Marg, Mulund (W), Mumbai - 400 080. INDIA

Location

Gandhidham : Plot No. 3 & 4, Sector 10-B, Industrial Area, Gandhidham - 370 201, INDIA.

Call Us

+91 22 45194487

PHONE

+91 22 45194487

Four Decades of Mining Excellence. One Commitment to Quality.

Founded in 1979, Star Bentonite Exports is one of India's leading integrated bentonite mining and mineral processing companies. As mine owners, processors and exporters, we control the entire value chain from captive reserves and advanced processing to quality assurance and global delivery. Today, our bentonite supports critical industries in more than 30 countries, delivering consistent performance where reliability matters most.

Star Bentonite Snapshot

A solid foundation built on decades of experience, expansive global reach, and robust processing capabilities.

1979
founded

Pioneering industrial mineral operations for over four decades.

45+ Yrs
mining excellence

Delivering customized, high-performance bentonite solutions.

30+
Countries Served

A robust international supply chain across multiple continents.

500K+
Tons / Year

Massive annual production capacity ensuring supply security.

27+
Operational Mines

Direct control over high-grade reserves for quality mining.

12+
Industrial Applications

Equipped with modern processing technologies.

7+
Sectors Served

Civil engineering, drilling, foundry, agriculture, and more.

Global
Global Markets

Europe, Australia, Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

A Legacy of Integrity

Star Bentonite was built on three values: Safety, Quality, and Excellence. What began as a local mining venture has grown into a global operation but those principles have never shifted. Three generations of the Thakkar family have led this business with the same hands-on commitment. Today, Mr. Bipin Thakkar and his son Mr. Nikunj Thakkar continue that legacy ensuring the standards established by the founder remain present in every ton we ship.

Late Shri Arjun Waghji Thakkar — Founder, 1979.

Heritage & Milestones

Our Journey

Our Journey

Our Story

1979 - 1985 Early Mining Excavator
  • Incepted on 19th October 1979 by Late Shri Arjunbhai Thakkar and his son Mr. Bipin Thakkar under the name Shree Koteshwar Minerals.
  • Purchased our first mining land in Gandhidham and expanded to Bhuj.
  • Reached a capacity of 85,000 tons annually.
1986 - 1995 Cargo Port and Shipping Logistics
  • Executed our first major export order in 1986 for 30,000 tons of bentonite.
  • Appointed our first authorized export agents in Singapore and Dubai.
  • Generated total international sales of over 25,000 tons.
1995 - 2005 Corporate Partnership and Global Offices
  • Initiated our first joint venture with a European partner (80% share).
  • Opened our first international branch with warehousing facilities.
  • Directly supported and serviced the Middle East and Asian market.
2006 - 2010 Industrial Processing Line
  • Promoted eco-friendly poly fluids in the Middle East and Far East.
  • Reached a sales target of 20,000 tons.
  • Diversified by establishing a dedicated STARBRITE plant.
  • Produced 18,000 tons of activated bleaching earth annually.
2010 - 2020 Steel Foundry and Heavy Industry
  • Launched Star Foundry Additives and Star Drilling Fluids.
  • Signed a major 10-year contract with the largest USA bentonite company.
  • Achieved the Trading House Certificate from the Government of India.
2021 - 2023+ Modern Milling Plant Facility
  • Expanded milling capacity to 180,000 tons and mining to 800,000 tons on a centralized 32-acre plot.
  • Set up local stock points in Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
  • Provided on-site technical mud engineering assistance.
  • What We Are
  • Our Vision
  • The Star Advantage
Star Bentonite Exports is one of India's leading integrated bentonite mining, mineral processing and export companies. Since 1979, we have built our reputation on controlling the entire value chain—from captive mines and advanced processing to quality assurance and global logistics. Our vertically integrated operations enable us to deliver consistent, high-performance bentonite solutions that support some of the world's most demanding industrial applications.
Our vision is to become the world's most trusted integrated bentonite solutions provider by combining responsible mining, advanced mineral processing and application-driven innovation. We are committed to delivering sustainable value to our customers through consistent quality, technical expertise and long-term partnerships across the industries we serve.
Our greatest strength lies in our vertically integrated business model. With captive mining reserves, India's first fully mechanized bentonite activation process, advanced quality laboratories and decades of export expertise, we control every stage of production. This enables us to deliver consistent quality, dependable supply and application-specific bentonite solutions that global customers can rely on.
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The Star Advantage

WHY Industry leaders choose Star Bentonite?

  • India's First Fully Mechanized Bentonite Activation Process:

    Star Bentonite pioneered India's first fully mechanized bentonite activation process, setting a new benchmark for consistency, scalability and product performance. Unlike conventional manual or semi-mechanized operations, our automated process ensures uniform activation across every production batch, delivering predictable quality that industrial customers can rely on year after year.

  • Mine Ownership and Long-Term Reserve Security

    Our captive mining leases provide complete control over raw material quality, reserve planning and long-term supply continuity. By owning our mineral reserves rather than sourcing from third parties, we ensure consistent product characteristics, dependable availability and uninterrupted production for customers who rely on secure supply chains.

  • Consistent quality Through advanced Testing

    Quality assurance begins at the mine face not at the laboratory. Every production batch is monitored and tested throughout extraction, processing and dispatch to ensure compliance with customer specifications. Our integrated quality systems deliver the consistency, traceability and reliability required by global industrial manufacturers.

  • Reliable Global Supply Chain

    Strategically located near three major ports on India's west coast, our integrated logistics network enables efficient bulk and container shipments to customers worldwide. With decades of export experience across more than 30 countries, we deliver reliable supply to all our customers.

  • Technical Application Expertise

    Our technical team works closely with customers to optimize bentonite performance across iron ore pelletization, geosynthetic clay liners, civil engineering and foundry applications. Rather than supplying a generic mineral, we help customers select the right bentonite grade to maximize process efficiency, product performance and long-term value.

  • Integrated Mine-to-Market Operations

    From captive mining and mineral processing to quality assurance, packaging and international logistics, every stage of our operation is managed in-house. This vertically integrated model gives customers greater consistency, faster response times and complete confidence in supply.