Snapshot

Why Daman–Silvassa–Vapi is iconic:
The Daman, Silvassa (Dadra & Nagar Haveli), and Vapi (Gujarat) industrial belt is India’s largest hub for plastic processing, packaging solutions, and industrial polymers. Strategically located along the Western Industrial Corridor, it supplies high-quality flexible packaging, rigid containers, injection-molded products, and industrial plastic components to FMCG, pharma, automotive, and export markets.

Industrial edge:

• Hosts thousands of MSMEs and large packaging companies including Uflex, Huhtamaki PPL, Amcor, and Constantia Flexibles.
  
• Access to raw materials from Reliance Jamnagar (polypropylene, polyethylene) and IOCL petrochemical hubs.
  
• Dedicated clusters for extrusion, blow molding, injection molding, laminates, and BOPP/CPP films.
  
• Exports packaging products to over 50 countries via Nhava Sheva (JNPT) and Hazira ports.
  

Scale:
Over 5,000 processing units, producing 70%+ of India’s packaging laminates and a major share of injection/blow-molded containers.

Product Range

Category	Key Products
Flexible Packaging	BOPP/CPP films, PET films, laminates, pouches, shrink sleeves
Rigid Packaging	HDPE/PP containers, bottles, drums, jerry cans
Industrial Plastics	Injection/blow-molded parts, automotive components, crates
Pharma Packaging	Blister packs, HDPE bottles, caps & closures, strip foils
FMCG Packaging	Sachets, labels, stand-up pouches, zipper bags
Recyclable & Sustainable	PCR (Post-Consumer Resin) products, biodegradable films
Packaging Machinery	Extruders, molding machines, printing and lamination equipment

Cluster Strengths

Feature	Details
India’s Plastics Powerhouse	Over 5,000 units specializing in packaging & plastics
Proximity to Petrochemical Hubs	Access to PP, PE, PET feedstock from Jamnagar, Dahej, Hazira
Export-Oriented	Strong supply chain to FMCG, pharma, and industrial sectors worldwide
Integrated Ecosystem	Tool rooms, testing labs, mold-making, design centers
Skilled Workforce	100,000+ skilled operators and technicians
Government Incentives	DNH/UT industrial policy, GST exemptions for certain categories

Materials & Sustainability

Key Inputs: Polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), PET, PVC, masterbatches, inks, laminates, barrier films.

Sustainability Edge:

• Industry-leading plastic recycling initiatives with 20–50% PCR integration in packaging.
  
• Bio-based and compostable plastics development supported by CIPET and R&D labs.
  
• EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) frameworks implemented for FMCG packaging.
  
• Waste segregation and closed-loop systems in industrial parks.
  

Cluster Infrastructure

• Industrial Estates:
  
  • Silvassa Industrial Estate (DDNH)
    
  • Vapi GIDC (Gujarat) – India’s largest plastic processing hub
    
  • Daman Industrial Area – printing, lamination & flexible packaging hub
    
• Institutions:
  
  • CIPET (Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology), Valsad
    
  • Packaging research labs (Indian Institute of Packaging – IIP Mumbai proximity)
    
• Connectivity:
  
  • Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Hazira ports for exports
    
  • National Highway 48 (Western Industrial Corridor)
    
  • Mumbai Airport (~150 km) for air freight
    

Compliance & Certifications

• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001-certified manufacturing plants
  
• ISO 22000, BRCGS Packaging, and HACCP certifications for food-grade packaging
  
• CE, FDA, and EU compliance for pharma packaging exports
  
• ASTM and BIS standards for film and laminate quality
  
• NABL-accredited testing facilities for migration, barrier, and tensile testing
  

Production Timelines & MOQs

Product Type	Sampling Lead Time	Bulk Lead Time	MOQ Guidance
BOPP/CPP/PET Films	1–2 weeks	3–5 weeks	1–5 MT per SKU
Laminates & Pouches	1–2 weeks	4–6 weeks	50,000+ pcs per SKU
HDPE/PP Rigid Containers	1 week	3–5 weeks	10,000+ pcs per design
Pharma Blister Packs	1–2 weeks	4–6 weeks	50,000+ cavities per SKU
Industrial Molded Components	2 weeks	5–7 weeks	5,000+ pcs per SKU

Branding & Packaging

• Branding:
  
  • QR-coded labels, tamper-proof holograms, anti-counterfeit features for FMCG/pharma
    
• Packaging:
  
  • Film rolls in export cartons
    
  • HDPE/PP containers palletized and shrink-wrapped
    
  • Flexible packaging packed in moisture-resistant corrugated boxes
    

Quality Control (IndiaUnbox Protocol)

• Tensile strength, puncture resistance, and barrier property testing for films
  
• Migration and leachability testing for pharma-grade packaging
  
• EPR-compliance documentation for FMCG clients
  
• SGS, Intertek, and BV third-party QC for global buyers
  
• ISTA-certified testing for packaging durability in shipping
  

Price Drivers

• Polymer feedstock prices (PP, PE, PET) tied to crude oil markets
  
• Printing, lamination, and ink complexity for branding
  
• Food/pharma-grade compliance costs (FDA/BRC certifications)
  
• Packaging design customization (tooling, molds)
  
• Freight and container shipping costs for bulky packaging materials
  

Buyer Confidence Signals

• Daman–Silvassa–Vapi is India’s largest plastic processing and packaging hub, serving FMCG, pharma, automotive, and industrial supply chains.
  
• Cluster offers end-to-end packaging solutions: film extrusion, molding, printing, lamination, and logistics.
  
• Home to global leaders like Huhtamaki, Uflex, Amcor, and Constantia, ensuring world-class quality.
  
• Proximity to JNPT and Hazira ports offers competitive shipping for exports.
  

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