Chemi & Cotex Industries (CCIL) is a major Tanzanian manufacturer of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCGs) and industrial products, established in the 1970s, known for affordable personal care (Whitedent, Bannisters), food (Simba Chef), and household items, with extensive distribution across East Africa, while its sister company, Cotex Industries, specializes in metal and plastic goods like water tanks and pipes for construction and agriculture, both serving millions of African consumers.