Short answer
There are stretch film manufacturers in India in several industrial belts, from Gujarat and Maharashtra to Delhi NCR and the south, but they differ widely in process, quality control and export experience. Shortlist on fit (cast or blown, gauge range, widths, cores), verify the company (GSTIN, IEC, a live video of the line), check a technical data sheet and samples, then compare quotes on net film weight and the same Incoterm.
India has a large, competitive stretch film industry, which is good news for buyers and also the reason sourcing takes work. Searching for stretch film manufacturers in India returns dozens of factory websites, each describing itself as a leading supplier. This guide shows how procurement teams can turn that list into a shortlist they can trust.
Where stretch film manufacturers in India are located
Stretch wrap film is made in most of India’s industrial belts. You will typically find manufacturers and converters in:
- Gujarat: Ahmedabad, the Kalol and Gandhinagar area, Vapi, and close to the Mundra and Kandla ports.
- Maharashtra and Daman: Mumbai, Pune, Nashik and Daman, within reach of Nhava Sheva (JNPT).
- North India: Delhi NCR and surrounding industrial areas, which mainly supply the domestic market.
- South India: Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru, with Chennai port for eastbound shipments.
For overseas buyers, location affects inland haulage to the port and therefore the FOB price and lead time. A west-coast factory is usually the natural choice for shipments to the Middle East, Africa and Europe.
Manufacturer, converter or trader: know who you are dealing with
Not every “manufacturer” extrudes film. Knowing the business model tells you who controls quality.
| Type | What they do | Strengths | Ask them |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer (extruder) | Runs cast or blown lines and turns LLDPE resin into film | Controls resin, gauge and consistency; best for large, repeat volumes | Which lines, how many layers, which resin grades |
| Converter / rewinder | Buys jumbo rolls, then slits, rewinds or pre-stretches them into hand or machine rolls | Flexible on roll sizes, cores and small runs | Who makes the parent film, and is it always the same source |
| Trader / distributor | Buys finished rolls and resells | Mixed loads, stock items, local credit | Which factories they buy from, and whether you can see them |
All three can be good partners. The problem only arises when a trader presents itself as a factory and you cannot trace the film back to a line.
What to verify before you place a purchase order
Use this checklist for every supplier on your shortlist.
1. Legal identity
- GSTIN: check it on the official GST portal and confirm that the legal name and state match the proforma invoice.
- Company registration: for private or public limited companies, look up the CIN on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal.
- IEC (Importer Exporter Code): exporters need one from DGFT. Ask for it if you are importing.
- Bank details: the beneficiary name on the invoice should match the registered company name.
2. Production capability
- Cast or blown, and the number of layers on the line (multi-layer cast lines are common for machine film).
- Thickness range in microns, widths, core sizes and maximum roll weight.
- Monthly capacity, and how much of it is already committed.
- A live video walkthrough of the line running a film like yours. A recorded marketing video is not the same thing.
3. Quality documentation
- A technical data sheet (TDS) listing thickness, tensile strength, elongation at break, puncture resistance and cling, with the test methods used (ASTM D882, for example, for tensile properties).
- A certificate of analysis (COA) or batch test report for each shipment.
- If the supplier claims ISO 9001 or another certification, verify the certificate number with the issuing body.
4. Raw material
Most stretch film is LLDPE-based. Ask which grade is used (butene, hexene, octene or metallocene blends) and whether any recycled content is included. Both affect performance and, in some markets, packaging tax or reporting obligations.
5. Export readiness
Ask which countries they have shipped to, how they pack and label rolls, whether their wooden pallets are ISPM 15 heat-treated, and who prepares the export documents.
Red flags to watch for
- A price per kg far below everyone else’s for the same spec. Check whether it is quoted on gross weight (including the core) or on film that is thinner than stated.
- Vague specs such as “standard thickness” or “export quality” with no micron figure or tolerance.
- No technical data sheet, or one copied from a resin producer’s brochure.
- Reluctance to do a live video call, or a call that never shows the production floor.
- Pressure to pay a personal or unrelated account.
How to compare quotes from Indian stretch film manufacturers
Quotes only compare well when every supplier answers the same questions. Ask for these fields and put them side by side:
| Field | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Film type, cast or blown | Different performance and price levels |
| Thickness (µm) and tolerance | Thinner film means more metres per kg |
| Width and length per roll | Needed to calculate cost per metre |
| Net film weight and core weight | Price per kg should be on net film |
| Core inner diameter and material | Must fit your dispenser or wrapper |
| Price basis and currency | Per kg net, per roll, INR or USD |
| Incoterm and named port | FOB Mundra and CIF Jebel Ali are different offers |
| Lead time, validity, payment terms | Resin-linked prices often have short validity |
A useful habit is to convert every offer into cost per metre or cost per wrapped pallet. A cheaper film that needs extra wraps is not cheaper.
Samples and the first order
Request samples of the exact spec, not a “similar” roll. Run them on your own wrapper or with your own packers and note breaks, neck-down, cling, unwind noise and how the load holds after a day. For the first commercial order, consider a smaller volume and a pre-shipment inspection by a third-party agency.
RFQ checklist: what to send for comparable quotes
Each item matches a field on the Zradona quote form, so you can copy it straight across.
- Film type: hand, machine, pre-stretched, coloured, UV-resistant or vented (or “not sure, advise me”)
- Cast or blown: or no preference
- Thickness (microns): for example 23
- Width: for example 500 mm
- Core size: for example 76 mm
- Roll weight or length: for example 16 kg or 1,500 m
- Quantity: for example 20 tonnes or one 40-foot container
- Destination port or city: for example Jebel Ali, Mombasa or Pune
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW or DDP, or leave it open
- Anything else: application, packaging, delivery timing, sample needs
How Zradona helps
Zradona is an AI-native B2B marketplace launching with stretch wrap film. You send one spec-based RFQ, AI matches it to vetted Indian manufacturers and converters whose catalogues fit, and quotes come back in a comparable format. The Zradona team follows up with you personally, and you can see the product or production line on a live video call before you order. Read more about Zradona.
For background on the film itself, see our guides to cast vs blown stretch film and stretch film price per kg.
Frequently asked questions
Which parts of India have stretch film manufacturers?
You will find manufacturers and converters in Gujarat (including Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar district and Vapi), Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune, Nashik), Daman, Delhi NCR and South India (Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Bengaluru). For export buyers, location mostly matters for inland freight to the loading port.
How do I check that an Indian stretch film supplier is genuine?
Verify the GSTIN on the GST portal, the company registration on the MCA portal and, for exporters, the IEC issued by DGFT. Then ask for a live video walkthrough of the line, a technical data sheet, and samples of your exact spec before ordering.
Do Indian manufacturers make both cast and blown stretch film?
Yes. Both processes are used in India, but most factories specialise in one. Ask which line your order will run on and get the process written on the proforma invoice.
What is the minimum order for stretch film from India?
It varies by supplier and spec. Standard clear film in common widths usually has the lowest minimums, while custom colours, widths, printing or special cores need longer production runs. Ask for the MOQ per spec, not per company.
