Agratas develops in-house lithium-cell tech as China curbs reshape Tata’s battery plans
Tata Group’s Agratas is building an LFP-cell pilot line in Sanand using proprietary technology after Chinese export curbs disrupted licensing options. The company is also planning licensed NMC-cell production in India by early 2027 and has committed more than $400 million to battery R&D in Bengaluru.
Tata battery unit Agratas is building an LFP-cell pilot line at Sanand using in-house technology after China’s export restrictions disrupted licensing options. It will also produce licensed NMC cells and is investing over $400 million in Bengaluru battery R&D.
Why this matters
With no related recent signals listed, Agratas’ shift to in-house LFP development highlights a move to reduce reliance on disrupted Chinese licensing.
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