Dosa & Idli Batter Manufacturing Biz For Sale In Kolkata

About Business

The business operates in the ready-to-cook food segment, focusing on manufacturing idli and dosa batter. Production began in April 2024 from a semi-automated processing unit.

Business Activities
The company produces and supplies fresh batter products and has the capability to expand into additional ready-to-cook and fresh food items such as chapati, paratha, and chutneys.

Infrastructure
It operates from its own production facility equipped with semi-automated machinery, with an installed setup valued at around ₹25 lakhs. The unit is upgraded to handle fresh food products and is supported by required licenses.

Product Portfolio
Currently, the business offers three SKUs in the idli-dosa batter category, with the ability to scale the portfolio to 15+ products using the existing setup.

Market Presence
The products are available through multiple sales channels, including e-commerce and quick commerce platforms, along with retail tie-ups. The business has presence in eastern markets and has started expanding into nearby regions.

Distribution
Sales are driven through a mix of online platforms and retail partnerships, helping establish early market reach and customer access.

Financial Position
The business has received support under a government scheme, including term loan and working capital funding. Promoters have also invested their own capital. The current outstanding loan, including a commercial vehicle, is around ₹33 lakhs.

Sales Performance
The company is generating an average monthly revenue of approximately ₹2 lakhs.

Current Situation
Due to liquidity constraints, relocation of promoters, and ongoing operational costs, the business is facing pressure on cash flows.

Growth Potential
With an existing facility, licenses, and distribution channels in place, the business has the potential to scale product offerings and expand into new markets.

Clientele type

The business serves a mix of modern retail, quick commerce, contract manufacturing, and general trade segments. Key channels include online grocery and quick commerce platforms such as Flipkart (Minutes), Reliance Retail (Smart Bazaar), Swiggy (Instamart), Amazon (Fresh/Tez), DealShare, and BigBasket.

It also undertakes contract manufacturing for a dosa-idli batter brand with a national presence. Additionally, the business caters to the HORECA segment and general retail stores through a distributor network in Kolkata.

Premises

LEASED

Lease per month (in INR): 22.00 K

Security Deposit (in INR): 1.80 L

Carpet Area: 2,000 sq ft

1. Leased property located in South Kolkata with good access to the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass and main road connectivity.
2. Long-term registered lease with a refundable security deposit of ₹1.8 lakhs and monthly rent of ₹22,000.
3. Property is constructed with a concrete roof and is elevated approximately 3 ft from ground level.
4. Dedicated production area separated from common spaces for operational efficiency.
5. Includes a separate office room for administrative use.
6. Two separate washrooms for executive and production staff.
7. Provision for staff room and storage room within the premises.
8. Waiting area available for visitors and clients.
9. Space allocated for commercial vehicle parking with ramp for loading and unloading.
10. Additional space available for installing more machinery in the production area.
11. Scope for further expansion by utilizing the first floor.

Asking Price Includes

The transaction includes the brand, installed machinery, and all operational assets. It also covers an established customer base, trained staff, an electric vehicle with driver, a 10 kV commercial power connection, and all required licenses for ongoing operations.

Reason

1. Due to limited funds, the founders are not planning to invest further in the business.
2. The founders are relocating and have shifted their business focus, leading to the decision to exit.

Licenses

List of the License: 1) FSSAI - State 2) Pollution 3) Legal Metrology 4) Trade License 5) GST 6) DIPP 7) Udyam AADHAR

More Details

The company has five directors, with the primary promoter holding a majority stake and actively managing the business. The promoter brings relevant experience and industry connections, particularly in the retail segment. The remaining directors are not involved in day-to-day operations, with some based outside the state and one located overseas.

The business has received recognition under the Startup India initiative by the Ministry of Finance, where the founder was acknowledged on Republic Day 2024 in New Delhi for contributing to employment generation, especially for local women.