Accounting Policies of Multibase India Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2018

Note 1 Corporate Information

Multibase India Limited (‘the Company'') is a public Company domiciled in India and incorporated under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The Company''s equity shares are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (‘BSE'') in India. The registered office of the Company is located at 74/5 & 6 Daman Industrial Estate, Kadaiya village, Nani Daman 396210, Daman and Diu.

Multibase India Limited is engaged in manufacturing and selling of polypropylene compound, thermoplastic elastomer, silicon master batch and thermoplastic master batch.

Note 2 Basis of preparation

2.1 Statement of compliance

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) as per the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (‘the Act'') and other relevant provisions of the Act.

The Company''s financial statements up to end for the year ended 31^st March 2017 were prepared in accordance with the Companies (Accounting standards) Rules, 2006, notified under Section 133 of the Act and other relevant provisions of the Act.

As these are the first financial statements prepared in accordance with Ind AS, Ind AS 101 ‘First -time Adoption of Indian Accounting Standards'' has been applied. An explanation of how the transition to Ind AS has affected the previously reported financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Company is provided in Note 3.

The financial statements under Ind AS were authorized for issue by the Company''s Board of Directors on 24^th May 2018. Details of the Company''s accounting policies are included in Note 2.6.

2.2 Functional and presentation currency

These financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (INR), which is also the Company''s functional currency.

2.3 Basis of measurement

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for the following items:

Items Measurement basis

Net defined benefit (asset)/ liability Fair value of plan assets less present value of defined benefit obligations.

2.4 Use of estimates and judgments

In preparing these financial statements, management has made judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized prospectively.

Information about judgments made in applying accounting policies that have the most significant effects on the amounts recognized in the financial statements is included in the following notes:

- Note 35 - determining the amount of expected credit loss on financial assets (including trade receivables) and

- Note 31 - identification of reportable operating segments.”

Assumptions and estimation uncertainties

- Note 4 and 28 - estimate of useful life used for the purposes of depreciation and amortization on property plant and equipment, investment properties and intangible assets.

- Note 17 and 37 - recognition of deferred tax assets: availability of future taxable profit against which tax losses carried forward can be used:

- Note 32 - measurement of defined benefit obligations: key actuarial assumptions; and

- Notes 18, 21 and 38 - recognition and measurement of provisions and contingencies: key assumptions about the likelihood and magnitude of an outflow of resources”

2.5 Measurement of fair values

Some of the Company''s accounting policies and disclosures require the measurement of fair values, for both financial and non-financial assets and liabilities.

The Company has an established control framework with respect to the measurement of fair values. This includes a financial reporting team that has overall responsibility for overseeing all significant fair value measurements, including Level 3 fair values, and reports directly to the chief financial officer.

The financial reporting team regularly reviews significant unobservable inputs and valuation adjustments. If third party information, such as pricing services, is used to measure fair values, then the financial reporting team assesses the evidence obtained from the third parties to support the conclusion that these valuations meet the requirements of Ind AS, including the level in the fair value hierarchy in which the valuations should be classified.

Fair values are categorized into different levels in a fair value hierarchy based on the inputs used in the valuation techniques as follows.

- Level 1: quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

- Level 2: inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices).

- Level 3: inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

When measuring the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company uses observable market data as far as possible. If the inputs used to measure the fair value of an asset or a liability fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy, then the fair value measurement is categorized in its entirety in the same level of the fair value hierarchy as the lowest level input that is significant to the entire measurement.

The Company recognizes transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy at the end of the reporting period during which the change has occurred.

Further information about the assumptions made in measuring fair values is included in the following notes:

- Note 34 - financial instruments.”

2.6 Significant accounting policies

(a) Operating cycle

Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalent, the Company has considered the operating cycle as the life of the project for project related assets and liabilities and for rest of the assets and liabilities it has been considered as twelve months.

(b) Foreign currency

Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the Company at the exchange rates at the dates of the transactions or an average rate if the average rate approximates the actual rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rate at the reporting date. Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rate when the fair value was determined.

Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured based on historical cost in a foreign currency are translated at the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Exchange differences are recognized in profit or loss.

(c) Financial instruments Recognition and initial measurement

Trade receivables are initially recognized when they are originated. All other financial assets and financial liabilities are initially recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

A financial asset or financial liability is initially measured at fair value plus, for an item not at fair value through profit and loss (‘FVTPL''), transaction costs that are directly attributable to its acquisition or issue.

Financial assets - classification and subsequent measurement On initial recognition, a financial asset is classified as measured at

- amortized cost;

- FVOCI - debt investment;

- FVOCI - equity investment; or

- FVTPL

Financial assets are not reclassified subsequent to their initial recognition, except if and in the period the Company changes its business model for managing financial assets.

A financial asset is measured at amortized cost if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as at FVTPL:

- the asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets to collect contractual cash flows; and

- the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

A debt investment is measured at FVOCI if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as at FVTPL:

- the asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and

- the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.”

At present the Company does not have investment in any debt securities classified as FVOCI.

On initial recognition of an equity investment that is not held for trading, the Company may irrevocably elect to present subsequent changes in the investment''s fair value in OCI (designated as FVOCI - equity investment). This election is made on an investment-by-investment basis. At present there are no such investments.

All financial assets not classified as measured at amortized cost or FVOCI as described above are measured at FVTPL. This includes all derivative financial assets. On initial recognition, the Company may irrevocably designate a financial asset that otherwise meets the requirements to be measured at amortized cost or at FVOCI as at FVTPL if doing so eliminates or significantly reduces an accounting mismatch that would otherwise arise.

Financial liabilities: Classification, subsequent measurement and gains and losses

Financial liabilities are classified as measured at amortized cost or FVTPL. A financial liability is classified as at FVTPL if it is classified as held-for-trading, or it is a derivative or it is designated as such on initial recognition. Financial liabilities at FVTPL are measured at fair value and net gains and losses, including any interest expense, are recognized in profit or loss. Other financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method. Interest expense and foreign exchange gains and losses are recognized in profit or loss. Any gain or loss on derecognition is also recognized in profit or loss. Presently, all the financial liabilities are measured at amortized cost.

Derecognition

Financial assets

The Company derecognises a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire, or it transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows in a transaction in which substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred or in which the Company neither transfers nor retains substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership and does not retain control of the financial asset.

If the Company enters into transactions whereby it transfers assets recognized on its balance sheet, but retains either all or substantially all of the risks and rewards of the transferred assets, the transferred assets are not derecognized. Financial liabilities

The Company derecognises a financial liability when its contractual obligations are discharged or cancelled, or expire. Offsetting

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount presented in the balance sheet when, and only when, the Company currently has a legally enforceable right to set off the amounts and it intends either to settle them on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

d) Property, plant and equipment Recognition and measurement

Items of property, plant and equipment are measured at cost, which includes capitalized borrowing costs, less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any.

Cost of an item of property, plant and equipment comprises its purchase price, including import duties and non-refundable purchase taxes, after deducting trade discounts and rebates, any directly attributable cost of bringing the item to its working condition for its intended use and estimated costs of dismantling and removing the item and restoring the site on which it is located. The cost of a self-constructed item of property, plant and equipment comprises the cost of materials and direct labor, any other costs directly attributable to bringing the item to working condition for its intended use, and estimated costs of dismantling and removing the item and restoring the site on which it is located.

If significant parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, then they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment.

Any gain or loss on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment is recognized in profit or loss.

Transition to Ind AS

On transition to Ind AS, the Company has elected to continue with the carrying value of all of its property, plant and equipment recognized as at 1 April 2016, measured as per the previous GAAP and use that carrying value as the deemed cost of such investment properties. (see Note 3).

Subsequent measurement

Subsequent expenditure is capitalized only if it is probable that the future economic benefits associated with the expenditure will flow to the Company.

Depreciation

The estimate of the useful life of the assets has been assessed based on technical advice which considers the nature of the asset, the usage of the asset, expected physical wear and tear, the operating conditions of the asset, anticipated depreciation along with method of depreciation are provided below:

- Plant and Machineries are depreciated on Straight line Method (SLM) as per the estimated useful life of the asset: 5 to 35 years

- Buildings are depreciated on Written Down Value Method (WDV) as per the estimated useful life of the asset: 10 to 60 years

- In respect of all other Fixed Assets depreciation is provided on WDV as per the useful life prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

The management believes that these estimated useful lives reflect fair approximation of the period over which the assets are likely to be used.

The residual values, useful lives and methods of depreciation of property, plant and equipment are reviewed at each financial year end and adjusted prospectively, if appropriate.

Cost of assets not ready for intended use, as on the Balance Sheet date, is shown as capital work in progress. Advances given towards acquisition of fixed assets outstanding at each Balance Sheet date are disclosed as other non-current assets.

Derecognition

The carrying amount of an item of property, plant and equipment is derecognized on disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. The consequential gain or loss is measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the item and is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss.

(e) Intangible assets

Internally generated: Research and development and software development Expenditure on research activities is recognized in profit or loss as incurred.

Development expenditure is capitalized as part of the cost of the resulting intangible asset only if the expenditure can be measured reliably, the product or process is technically and commercially feasible, future economic benefits are probable, and the Company intends to and has sufficient resources to complete development and to use or sell the asset. Otherwise, it is recognized in profit or loss as incurred. Subsequent to initial recognition, the asset is measured at cost less accumulated amortization and any accumulated impairment losses.

Other intangible assets

Other intangible assets including those acquired by the Company in a business combination are initially measured at cost. Such intangible assets are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortization and any accumulated impairment losses.

Subsequent measurement

Subsequent expenditure is capitalized only when it increases the future economic benefits embodied in the specific asset to which it relates.

Transition to Ind AS

On transition to Ind AS, the Company has elected to continue with the carrying value of all of its intangible assets recognized as at 1 April 2016, measured as per the previous GAAP and use that carrying value as the deemed cost of such intangible assets.

Amortization

Amortization is calculated to write off the cost of intangible assets less their estimated residual values over their estimated useful lives using the straight-line method, and is included in depreciation and amortization in Statement of profit and loss.

Amortization method, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at the end of each financial year and adjusted if appropriate.

(f) Investment properties

Investment property is property held either to earn rental income or for capital appreciation or for both, but not for sale in the ordinary course of business, use in the production or supply of goods or services or for administrative purposes. Upon initial recognition, an investment property is measured at cost. Subsequent to initial recognition, investment property is measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any.

Transition to Ind AS

On transition to Ind AS, the Company has elected to continue with the carrying value of all of its investment properties recognized as at 1 April 2016, measured as per the previous GAAP and use that carrying value as the deemed cost of such investment properties.

Depreciation

Based on technical evaluation and consequent advice, the management believes a period of 25-40 years as representing the best estimate of the period over which investment properties (which are quite similar) are expected to be used. Accordingly, the Company depreciates investment properties over this period on a straight-line basis. This is different from the indicative useful life of relevant type of assets mentioned in Schedule II to the Companies Act 2013.

Fair value disclosure

The fair values of investment property is disclosed in the notes. Fair values is determined by an independent valuer who holds a recognized and relevant professional qualification and has recent experience in the location and category of the investment property being valued.

Any gain or loss on disposal of an investment property is recognized in profit or loss.

(g) Inventories

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realizable value. The cost of inventories is based on the moving average basis and includes expenditure incurred in acquiring the inventories, production or conversion costs and other costs incurred in bringing them to their present location and condition. Costs incurred in bringing each product to its present location and condition are accounted for as follows:

- Raw materials: cost includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on moving average basis.

- Finished goods and work in progress: cost includes cost of direct materials and labour and a proportion of manufacturing overheads based on the normal operating capacity, but excluding borrowing costs. Cost is determined on moving average basis. Finished goods includes appropriate proportion of overheads and wherever applicable, excise duty or goods and service tax.

- Traded goods: cost includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on moving average basis.

Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less the estimated costs of completion and selling expenses. The net realizable value of work-in-progress is determined with reference to the selling prices of related finished products.

The comparison of cost and net realizable value is made on an item-by-item basis.

(h) Impairment

Impairment of financial assets

The Company recognizes loss allowances for expected credit losses on financial assets measured at amortized cost.

At each reporting date, the Company assesses whether financial assets carried at amortized cost credit-impaired. A financial asset is ‘credit-impaired'' when one or more events that have a detrimental impact on the estimated future cash flows of the financial asset have occurred.

Evidence that a financial asset is credit-impaired includes the following observable data:

- significant financial difficulty of the borrower or issuer;

- a breach of contract such as a default or being significantly past due;

- the restructuring of a loan or advance by the Company on terms that the Company would not consider otherwise; or

- it is probable that the borrower will enter bankruptcy or other financial reorganization.

The Company measures loss allowances at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses, except for bank balances for which credit risk (i.e. the risk of default occurring over the expected life of the financial instrument) has not increased significantly since initial recognition, which are measured as 12 month expected credit losses.

Loss allowances for trade receivables are always measured at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses. The Company follows ‘simplified approach'' for recognition of impairment loss allowance on trade receivables or contract revenue receivables. Under the simplified approach, the Company is not required to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognizes impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECL''s together with appropriate management estimates for credit loss at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.

The Company uses a provision matrix to determine impairment loss allowance on the Company of trade receivables. The provision matrix is based on its historically observed default rates over the expected life of the trade receivable and is adjusted for forward looking estimates. At every reporting date, the historical observed default rates are updated and changes in the forward-looking estimates are analyzed.

Measurement of expected credit losses

Expected credit losses are a probability-weighted estimate of credit losses. Credit losses are measured as the present value of all cash shortfalls (i.e. the difference between the cash flows due to the Company in accordance with the contract and the cash flows that the Company expects to receive).

Presentation of allowance for expected credit losses in the balance sheet

Loss allowances for financial assets measured at amortized cost are deducted from the gross carrying amount of the assets.

Write off

The gross carrying amount of a financial asset is written off (either partially or in full) to the extent that there is no realistic prospect of recovery. This is generally the case when the Company determines that the debtor does not have assets or sources of income that could generate sufficient cash flows to repay the amounts subject to the write-off. However, financial assets that are written off could still be subject to enforcement activities in order to comply with the Company''s procedures for recovery of amounts due.

Impairment of non-financial assets

The Company''s non-financial assets, other than inventories and deferred tax assets, are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, then the asset''s recoverable amount is estimated.

For impairment testing, assets that do not generate independent cash inflows are grouped together into cash-generating units (CGUs). Each CGU represents the smallest Company of assets that generates cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or CGUs.

The recoverable amount of a CGU (or an individual asset) is the higher of its value in use and its fair value less costs to sell. Value in use is based on the estimated future cash flows, discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the CGU (or the asset).

An impairment loss is recognized if the carrying amount of an asset or CGU exceeds its estimated recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognized in the statement of profit and loss. Impairment loss recognized in respect of a CGU is allocated to reduce the carrying amounts of the other assets of the CGU (or Company of CGUs) on a pro rata basis. Assets (other than goodwill) for which impairment loss has been recognized in prior periods, the Company reviews at each reporting date whether there is any indication that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. Such a reversal is made only to the extent that the asset''s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net of depreciation or amortization, if no impairment loss had been recognized.

(i) Employee benefits

Short term employee benefits

Short-term employee benefit obligations are measured on an undiscounted basis and are expensed as the related service is provided. A liability is recognized for the amount expected to be paid e.g., under short-term cash bonus, if the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation to pay this amount as a result of past service provided by the employee, and the amount of obligation can be estimated reliably.

Defined contribution plans

A defined contribution plan is a post-employment benefit plan under which an entity pays fixed contributions into a separate entity and will have no legal or constructive obligation to pay further amounts. The Company makes specified monthly contributions towards government administered provident fund scheme. Obligations for contributions to defined contribution plans are recognized as an employee benefit expense in profit or loss in the periods during which the related services are rendered by employees.

Prepaid contributions are recognized as an asset to the extent that a cash refund or a reduction in future payments is available.

Defined benefit plans - Gratuity

For defined benefit plans in the form of gratuity fund, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at each balance sheet date. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they occur. Past service cost is recognized immediately to the extent that the benefits are already vested and otherwise is amortized on a straight-line basis over the average period until the benefits become vested. The retirement benefit obligation recognized in the Balance Sheet represents the present value of the defined benefit obligation as adjusted for unrecognized past service cost.

Defined benefit plans - Leave encashment

Compensated absences which are not expected to occur within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employee renders the related service are recognized as a liability at the present value of the defined benefit obligation the balance sheet date.

Other long-term employee benefits

The Company''s net obligation in respect of long-term employee benefits other than post-employment benefits is the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in return for their service in the current and prior periods; that benefit is discounted to determine its present value, and the fair value of any related assets is deducted. The obligation is measured on the basis of an annual independent actuarial valuation using the projected unit credit method. Remeasurements gains or losses are recognized in profit or loss in the period in which they arise.

Termination benefits

Termination benefits are expensed at the earlier of when the Company can no longer withdraw the offer of those benefits and when the Company recognizes costs for a restructuring.

(j) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows to net present value using an appropriate pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and, where appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. Unwinding of the discount is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss as a finance cost. Provisions are reviewed at each reporting date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. A present obligation that arises from past events where it is either not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle or a reliable estimate of the amount cannot be made, is disclosed as a contingent liability. Contingent liabilities are also disclosed when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non - occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company.

Claims against the Company where the possibility of any outflow of resources in settlement is remote, are not disclosed as contingent liabilities.

Contingent assets are not recognized in financial statements since this may result in the recognition of income that may never be realized. However, when the realization of income is virtually certain, then the related asset is not a contingent asset and is recognized in the statement of profit and loss.

(k) Revenue

Sale of goods

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, taking into account contractually defined terms of payment and excluding taxes or duties collected on behalf of the government.

Sale of goods

Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer, usually on delivery of the goods, recovery of consideration is probable, the associates costs and possible return of goods can be estimated reliably, there is no continuing effective control over or managerial involvement with the goods. Revenue from the sale of goods is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of returns and allowances, trade discounts and volume rebates, sales tax, goods and service tax, value added tax except excise duty. The Company does not provide any warranties or maintenance contracts to its customers.

Other income

Interest

Interest revenue is calculated by using the effective interest method for financial assets measured at amortized cost. Interest income is recognized accrual basis.

(l) Income taxes Current tax

Current tax comprises the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the year and any adjustment to the tax payable or receivable in respect of previous years. The amount of current tax reflects the best estimate of the tax amount expected to be paid or received after considering the uncertainty, if any, related to income taxes. It is measured using tax rates (and tax laws) enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date.

Current tax assets and current tax liabilities are offset only if there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts, and it is intended to realize the asset and settle the liability on a net basis or simultaneously.

Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognized in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the corresponding amounts used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax is also recognized in respect of carried forward tax losses and tax credits.

Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which they can be used. The existence of unused tax losses is strong evidence that future taxable profit may not be available. Therefore, in case of a history of recent losses, the Company recognizes a deferred tax asset only to the extent that it has sufficient taxable temporary differences or there is convincing other evidence that sufficient taxable profit will be available against which such deferred tax asset can be realized. Deferred tax assets - unrecognized or recognized, are reviewed at each reporting date and are recognized/ reduced to the extent that it is probable/ no longer probable respectively that the related tax benefit will be realized.

Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realized or the liability is settled, based on the laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date.

The measurement of deferred tax reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the reporting date, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities.

(m) Borrowing cost

Borrowing costs are interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of funds. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of an asset which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use are capitalized as part of the cost of that asset. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

(n) Segment reporting

Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM) of the Company. The CODM is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments of the Company. For the disclosure on reportable segments see Note 31.

(o) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and Cash equivalents for the purpose of Cash Flow Statement comprise cash and cheques in hand, bank balances, demand deposits with banks where the original maturity is three months or less and other short term highly liquid investments.

(p) Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax as adjusted for the effects of dividend, interest and other charges relating to the dilutive potential equity shares by weighted average number of equity shares plus dilutive potential equity shares.

Note 3 First Time adoption of Ind AS

As stated in Note 2, these are the Company''s first financial statements prepared in accordance with Ind AS. For the year ended 31^st March 2016, the Company had prepared these financial statements in accordance with Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, notified under Section 133 of the Act and other relevant provisions of the Act (‘Previous GAAP or IGAAP'').

The accounting policies set out in Note 2 have been applied in preparing these financial statements for the year ended 31^st March 2018 including the Comparative information for the year ended 31^st March 2017 and the opening Ind AS balance sheet on the date of transition i.e. 1^st April 2016.

In preparing the Ind AS balance sheet as at 1^st April 2015 and in presenting the comparative information for the year ended 31^st March 2016, the Company has adjusted amounts reported previously in financial statements prepared in accordance with the Previous GAAP An explanation of how the transition from Previous GAAP to Ind AS has affected the financial performance, cash flows and financial position is set out in the following tables and the notes that accompany the tables:

Exemptions applied

Ind AS 101 First-time Adoption of Indian Accounting Standards allows first-time adopter certain exemptions from the retrospective application of certain requirements under Ind AS. The Company has applied the following exemptions: Mandatory exceptions

1. Estimates

An entity''s estimates in accordance with Ind ASs at the transition date to Ind AS and end of the comparative period shall be consistent with estimates made Under the Previous GAAP unless there is objective evidence that those estimates were in error.

Accordingly, the Company''s Ind AS estimates as on the transition date as well as end of the comparative period are consistent with the estimates made under the Previous GAAP on the respective dates. The Company made estimates for following items in accordance with Ind AS at the transition date as these were not required under the Previous GAAP:

- Fair valuation of financial instruments carried at FVTPL.

- Impairment of financial assets based on the expected credit loss model.

2. Classification and measurement of financial assets

Ind AS 101 requires an entity to assess classification of financial assets on the basis of facts and circumstances existing as on the date of transition. Further, the standard permits measurement of financial assets accounted at amortized cost based on facts and circumstances existing at the date of transition if retrospective application is impracticable.

Accordingly, the Company has determined the classification of financial assets based on facts and circumstances that exist on the date of transition. Measurement of the financial assets accounted at amortized cost has been done retrospectively except where the same is impracticable.

Optional exemptions

1. Deemed cost for property, plant and equipment (PPE), intangible assets and investment properties

As per Ind AS 101 an entity may elect to:

(i) measure an item of property, plant and equipment at the date of transition at its fair value and use that fair value as its deemed cost at that date

(ii) use a Previous GAAP revaluation of an item of property, plant and equipment at or before the date of transition as deemed cost at the date of the revaluation, provided the revaluation was, at the date of the revaluation, broadly comparable to:

- fair value;

- or cost or depreciated cost under Ind AS adjusted to reflect, for example, changes in a general or specific price index.

The elections under (i) and (ii) above are also available for intangible assets that meets the recognition criteria in Ind AS 38, intangible assets, (including reliable measurement of original cost); and criteria in Ind AS 38 for revaluation (including the existence of an active market).

(iii) use carrying values of property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and investment properties as on the date of transition to Ind AS (which are measured in accordance with Previous GAAP and after making adjustments relating to decommissioning liabilities prescribed under Ind AS 101) if there has been no change in its functional currency on the date of transition.

For property, plant and equipment and intangible assets, the Previous GAAP carrying values on the transition date has been carried forward as the deemed cost on transition to Ind AS.

Reconciliations between Previous GAAP and Ind AS

Ind AS 101 requires a first time adopter to present reconciliations of equity, total comprehensive income and cash flows as reported under the Previous GAAp and the ones reported under Ind AS. Below are the reconciliations along with the relevant explanatory notes:

There were no material differences between the statement of cash flows presented under Ind AS and the Previous GAAP Notes to the reconciliations

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Mar 31, 2017

23. Corporate Information

Multibase India Limited is engaged in manufacturing and selling of Polypropylene Compound, Thermoplastic Elastomer, Silicon Master Batch and Thermoplastic Master Batch.

24. Significant accounting policies

(a) Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statement

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the 2013 Act”). The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under the historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous year.

(b) Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) and the reported income and expenses during the year. The Management believes that the estimates used in preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results could differ due to these estimates and the differences between the actual results and the estimates are recognized in the periods in which the results are known / materialize.

(c) Fixed assets

Fixed assets are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation / amortization and impairment losses, if any. The cost of fixed assets comprises its purchase price net of any trade discounts and rebates, any import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently recoverable from the tax authorities), any directly attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use, other incidental expenses.

(d) Depreciation

Depreciable amount for assets is the cost of an asset, or other amount substituted for cost. Depreciation on tangible and intangible fixed assets has been provided on the straight line method as per the useful life prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013. Depreciation is provided at 100% on items of Fixed Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000/-

(e) Inventory

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost calculated on moving average basis and the net realizable value after providing for obsolescence and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges in bringing the goods to the point of sale, including octroi and other levies and receiving charges. Finished goods include appropriate proportion of overheads and, where applicable, excise duty.

(f) Foreign currency transactions

Liabilities and Assets arising due to transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the average rates of exchange in force for the month in which the transactions are effected. Exchange differences arising on realization of/ payment against the Assets and Liabilities denominated in foreign currency is accounted for as income/expenditure at the rate of exchange prevailing on the date of settlement. At the year end, monetary items denominated in foreign currency are reported using the closing rates of exchange. Exchange differences arising on such restatement are accounted as income/expenditure.

(g) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured.

Sale of goods

Sales are recognized, net of returns and trade discounts, on transfer of significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer. Sales include excise duty but exclude sales tax and value added tax.

Other income

Interest

Interest income is recognized accrual basis.

(h) Employee benefits

Employee benefits include provident fund, gratuity fund and compensated absences.

(i) Defined contribution plans

The Company''s contribution to provident fund is considered as defined contribution plan and is charged as an expense based on the amount of contribution required to be made as and when services are rendered by the employees.

(ii) Defined benefit plans - Gratuity

For defined benefit plans in the form of gratuity fund, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Projected Unit Credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at each balance sheet date. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they occur. Past service cost is recognized immediately to the extent that the benefits are already vested and otherwise is amortized on a straight-line basis over the average period until the benefits become vested. The retirement benefit obligation recognized in the Balance Sheet represents the present value of the defined benefit obligation as adjusted for unrecognized past service cost.

(iii) Defined benefit plans - Leave encashment

Compensated absences which are not expected to occur within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employee renders the related service are recognized as a liability at the present value of the defined benefit obligation as at the balance sheet date.

(i) Income taxes

Current tax is the amount of tax payable on the taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the applicable tax rates and the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and other applicable tax laws. Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences, being the differences between the taxable income and the accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted as at the reporting date. Deferred tax liabilities are recognized for all timing differences. Deferred tax assets are recognized for timing differences of items other than unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward losses only to the extent that reasonable certainty exists that sufficient future taxable income will be available against which these can be realized. However, if there are unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses and items relating to capital losses, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realize the assets. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if such items relate to taxes on income levied by the same governing tax laws and the Company has a legally enforceable right for such set off. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date for their reliability.

(j) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in notes. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

(k) Impairment of assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date for any indication of impairment based on internal/external factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the asset''s net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

(m) Cash and cash equivalents (for purposes of Cash Flow Statement)

Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits with banks. Cash equivalents are short-term balances (with an original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition), highly liquid investments that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value.

(n) Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax as adjusted for the effects of dividend, interest and other charges relating to the dilutive potential equity shares by weighted average number of equity shares plus dilutive potential equity shares.

(o) Operating Cycle

Based on the nature of products / activities of the Company and the normal time between acquisition of assets and their realization in cash or cash equivalents, the Company has determined its operating cycle as 12 months for the purpose of classification of its assets and liabilities as current and non-current.

26. Capital commitments

Estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital account and not provided for Rs. NIL (Previous Year Rs. NIL).

27. As per the provisions of the Companies Act 2013, the minimum amount to be spent towards expenditure for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is atleast 2% of the average net profits of the company made during the three immediately preceding financial years, against which no amount has been spent during the year.

28. Segment reporting :-

a) Business Segment

The Company has considered business segment as the primary segment for disclosure. The Company is primarily engaged in manufacturing and trading of Thermoplastic Compounds, which in the context of Accounting Standard 17 “Segment Reporting” is considered the only business segment.

b) Geographical Segment

The Company sells its products mainly within India where the conditions prevailing are uniform. Since the sales outside India are below the threshold limit, no separate geographical segment disclosure is considered necessary.

29. Related party disclosure

(i) As per Accounting Standard 18 on ''Related Party Disclosures'', specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013; the nature of relationship and nature of transactions with related parties are as below:

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Mar 31, 2014

(a) The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the accounting standard notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 "(as amended)" and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis. The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are consistent with those used in the previous year.

(b) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations during the reporting period end. Although these estimates are based upon management''s best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ from these estimates.

(c) Fixed assets

Fixed assets are shown at cost of acquisition including direct materials, labour and overheads and incidental expenses related to acquisition, and installation, all pre-operative expenditure incurred up to the date of commercial production and borrowings cost till commissioning of assets. All fixed assets are valued at cost less depreciation.

(d) Depreciation

Except for Leasehold Improvements which are depreciated using Straight line method over a period of five years, Depreciation is provided using the Straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

Depreciation is provided at 100% on items of Fixed Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000/-.

(e) Inventory

Inventories are valued as follows:

Raw materials are valued at Cost on Moving average basis.

Finished goods are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes material cost, cost of conversion and appropriate share of overheads allocated on Moving Average basis. Cost includes excise duty.

(f) Foreign currency transactions

Liabilities and Assets arising due to transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the average rates of exchange in force for the month in which the transactions are effected. Exchange differences arising on realisation of/ payment against the Assets and Liabilities denominated in foreign currency is accounted for as income/expenditure at the rate of exchange prevailing on the date of settlement. At the year end, monetary items denominated in foreign currency are reported using the closing rates of exchange. Exchange differences arising on such restatement are accounted as income/expenditure.

(g) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured.

Sale of goods

Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyer.

Gross Sales includes excise duty recovered on domestic sales and excludes trade discounts.

Export incentives are accounted for export of goods if entitlements can be estimated with reasonable accuracy and conditions precedent to claim are fulfilled

Interest

Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

(h) Employee benefits

Employee benefits include provident fund, gratuity fund and compensated absences.

(i) Defined contribution plans

The Company''s contribution to provident fund are considered as defined contribution plans and are charged as an expense based on the amount of contribution required to be made and when services are rendered by the employees.

(ii) Defined benefit plans

For defined benefit plans in the form of gratuity fund, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Projected Unit Credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at each balance sheet date. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they occur. Past service cost is recognised immediately to the extent that the benefits are already vested and otherwise is amortised on a straight-line basis over the average period until the benefits become vested. The retirement benefit obligation recognised in the Balance Sheet represents the present value of the defined benefit obligation as adjusted for unrecognised past service cost, as reduced by the fair value of scheme assets. Any asset resulting from this calculation is limited to past service cost, plus the present value of available refunds and reductions in future contributions to the schemes.

(iii) Long-term employee benefits

Compensated absences which are not expected to occur within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employee renders the related service are recognised as a liability at the present value of the defined benefit obligation as at the balance sheet date less the fair value of the plan assets out of which the obligations are expected to be settled.

(i) Income taxes

Tax expenses comprises of both current tax and deferred tax at the applicable enacted / substantively enacted rates as of the Balance sheet date. Current tax represents the amount of income tax payable in respect of the taxable income for the reporting period. Deferred tax represents the effect of timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the reporting period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Assets on account of unabsorbed loss/depreciation are recognised only if virtual certainty as regards absorption thereof exists.

(j) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in notes. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

(k) Impairment of assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date for any indication of impairment based on internal/external factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the asset''s net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

(l) VAT credit

Credit available on the materials is adjusted against Purchases. Credit on capital goods is accounted on booking the capital goods, net of duty/ tax. Credit not recouped in payment of excise duty/ sales tax is shown under "Short Term Loans and Advances".

(m) Prior period items

All identifiable items of income and expenditure pertaining to prior period of accrual (except those not exceeding Rs.50,000/- in each case) are accounted as "Prior Period Items".

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Mar 31, 2013

A) The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the accounting standard notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared underthe historical cost convention on an accrual basis. The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are consistent with those used in the previous year.

b) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations during the reporting period end. Although these estimates are based upon management''s best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ from these estimates.

c) Fixed assets

Fixed assets are shown at cost of acquisition including direct materials, labour and overheads and incidental expenses related to acquisition, and installation, all pre-operative expenditure incurred up to the date of commercial production and borrowings cost till commissioning of assets. All fixed assets are valued at cost less depreciation.

d) Depreciation

Except for Leasehold Improvements which are depreciated using Straight line method over a period of five years, Depreciation is provided using the Straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

Depreciation is provided at 100% on items of Fixed Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000/-.

e) Inventory

Inventories are valued as follows:

Raw materials are valued at Cost on Moving average basis.

Finished goods are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes material cost, cost of conversion and appropriate share of overheads allocated on Moving Average basis. Cost includes excise duty.

f) Foreign currency transactions

Liabilities and Assets arising due to transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the average rates of exchange in force for the month in which the transactions are effected. Exchange differences arising on realisation of/ payment against the Assets and Liabilities denominated in foreign currency is accounted for as income/expenditure at the rate of exchange prevailing on the date of settlement.

At the year end, monetary items denominated in foreign currency are reported using the closing rates of exchange. Exchange differences arising on such restatement are accounted as income/expenditure.

g) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured.

Sale of goods

Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyer.

Gross Sales includes excise duty recovered on domestic sales and excludes trade discounts.

Export incentives are accounted for export of goods if entitlements can be estimated with reasonable accuracy and conditions precedent to claim are fulfilled.

Interest

Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

h) Employee benefits

(i) Short term employees benefits (benefits which are payable within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employees render service) are measured at cost.

(ii) Long term employees benefits (benefits which are payable after the end of twelve months from the end of the period in which the employees render service) and post employment benefits (benefits which are payable after completion of employment) are measured on a discounted basis by the Projected Unit Credit Method on the basis of annual third party actuarial valuation.

i) Income taxes

Tax expenses comprises of both current tax and deferred tax at the applicable enacted / substantively enacted rates as of the Balance sheet date. Current tax represents the amount of income tax payable in respect of the taxable income for the reporting period. Deferred tax represents the effect of timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the reporting period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Assets on account of unabsorbed loss/depreciation are recognised only if virtual certainty as regards absorption thereof exists.

j) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in notes. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

k) Impairment of assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date for any indication of impairment based on internal/external factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the asset''s net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

I) VAT credit

Credit available on the materials is adjusted against Purchases. Credit on capital goods is accounted on booking the capital goods, net of duty/ tax. Credit not recouped in payment of excise duty/ sales tax is shown under "Short Term Loans and Advances".

m) Prior period items

All identifiable items of income and expenditure pertaining to prior period of accrual (except those not exceeding Rs. 50,000/- in each case) are accounted as "Prior Period Items".

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Mar 31, 2012

A) The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the accounting standard notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis. The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are consistent with those used in the previous year.

b) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations during the reporting period end. Although these estimates are based upon management's best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ from these estimates.

c) Fixed assets

Fixed assets are shown at cost of acquisition including direct materials, labour and overheads and incidental expenses related to acquisition, and installation, all pre-operative expenditure incurred up to the date of commercial production and borrowings cost till commissioning of assets. All fixed assets are valued at cost less depreciation.

d) Depreciation

Except for Leasehold Improvements which are depreciated using Straight line method over a period of five years, Depreciation is provided using the Straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

Depreciation is provided at 100% on items of Fixed Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000/-.

e) Inventory

Inventories are valued as follows:

Raw materials are valued at Cost on Moving average basis.

Finished goods are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes material cost, cost of conversion and appropriate share of overheads allocated on Moving Average basis. Cost includes excise duty.

f) Foreign currency transactions

Liabilities and Assets arising due to transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the average rates of exchange in force for the month in which the transactions are effected. Exchange differences arising on realisation of/ payment against the Assets and Liabilities denominated in foreign currency is accounted for as income/expenditure at the rate of exchange prevailing on the date of settlement.

At the year end, monetary items denominated in foreign currency are reported using the closing rates of exchange. Exchange differences arising on such restatement are accounted as income/expenditure.

g) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured.

Sale of goods

Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyer.

Gross Sales includes excise duty recovered on domestic sales and excludes trade discounts.

Export incentives are accounted for export of goods if entitlements can be estimated with reasonable accuracy and conditions precedent to claim are fulflled.

Interest

Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

h) Employee benefits

(i) Short term employees benefits (benefits which are payable within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employees render service) are measured at cost.

(ii) Long term employees benefits (benefits which are payable after the end of twelve months from the end of the period in which the employees render service) and post employment benefits (benefits which are payable after completion of employment) are measured on a discounted basis by the Projected Unit Credit Method on the basis of annual third party actuarial valuation.

i) Income taxes

Tax expenses comprises of both current tax and deferred tax at the applicable enacted / substantively enacted rates as of the Balance sheet date. Current tax represents the amount of income tax payable in respect of the taxable income for the reporting period. Deferred tax represents the effect of timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the reporting period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Assets on account of unabsorbed loss/depreciation are recognised only if virtual certainty as regards absorption thereof exists.

j) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in notes. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

k) Impairment of assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date for any indication of impairment based on internal/external factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the asset's net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

l) VAT credit

Credit available on the materials is adjusted against Purchases. Credit on capital goods is accounted on booking the capital goods, net of duty/ tax. Credit not recouped in payment of excise duty/ sales tax is shown under "Short Term Loans and Advances".

m) Prior period items

All identifiable items of income and expenditure pertaining to prior period of accrual (except those not exceeding Rs. 50,000/- in each case) are accounted as "Prior Period Items".

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Mar 31, 2010

(a) The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the accounting standard notifed under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis. The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are consistent with those used in the previous year.

(b) use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations during the reporting period end. Although these estimates are based upon managements best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ from these estimates.

(c) Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are shown at cost of acquisition including direct materials, labour and overheads and incidental expenses related to acquisition, and installation, all pre-operative expenditure incurred up to the date of commercial production and borrowings cost till commissioning of assets. All fixed assets are valued at cost less depreciation.

(d) Depreciation

Depreciation is provided using the Straight line method at the rates and in the manner specifed in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

Depreciation is provided at 100% on items of Fixed Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000/-

(e) inventory

Inventories are valued as follows:

Raw materials are valued at Cost on Moving average basis.

Finished goods are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes material cost, cost of conversion and appropriate share of overheads allocated on Moving Average basis. Cost includes excise duty.

(f) Foreign Currency Transactions

Liabilities and Assets arising due to transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the average rates of exchange in force for the month in which the transactions are effected. Exchange differences arising on realisation of/ payment against the Assets and Liabilities denominated in foreign currency is accounted for as income/expenditure at the rate of exchange prevailing on the date of settlement.

At the year end, monetary items denominated in foreign currency are reported using the closing rates of exchange . Exchange differences arising on such restatement are accounted as income/expenditure.

(g) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will fow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured.

(h) Employee Benefits

(i) Short term employees benefits ( benefits which are payable within twelve months afiter the end of the period in which the employees render service) are measured at cost.

(ii) Long term employees benefits (benefits which are payable afiter the end of twelve months from the end of the period in which the employees render service) and post employment benefits (benefits which are payable afiter completion of employment) are measured on a discounted basis by the Projected Unit Credit Method on the basis of annual third party actuarial valuation.

(i) Income Taxes

Tax expenses comprises of both current tax and deferred tax at the applicable enacted / substantively enacted rates as of the Balance sheet date. Current tax represents the amount of income tax payable in respect of the taxable income for the reporting period. Deferred tax represents the effect of timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the reporting period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Assets on account of unabsorbed loss/depreciation are recognised only if virtual certainty as regards absorption thereof exists.

(j) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outfow of resources. Contingent liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in notes. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

(k) impairment of assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date for any indication of impairment based on internal/external factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the assets net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash fows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

(l) VAT CREDIT

Credit available on the materials is adjusted against Purchases. Credit on capital goods is accounted on booking the capital goods, net of duty/ tax. Credit not recouped in payment of excise duty/ sales tax is shown under "Loans and Advances".

(m) Prior Period Items

All identifable items of income and expenditure pertaining to prior period of accrual (except those not exceeding Rs.50,000/- in each case) are accounted as "Prior Period Items".