Shipping Plastic Products
Shipping plastic products between India and the rest of the world has never been busier. Exports crossed $2.93 billion in 2025 — a 5.4% jump in one year. Imports of raw polymers, flexible films, and engineering-grade plastics are rising alongside that. The appetite is there on both sides. Their big numbers indicate growing trade.Â
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But here’s the thing — moving plastics across Indian borders is far from simple. Environmental restrictions, missing documents, customs holdups, volatile freight costs, shifting policies. One wrong step and your shipment sits in a warehouse going nowhere. That’s where AEON India comes in.
Why Import and Export Plastic Products from India?
India is one of the most active players in the global plastic trade. Over 2,500 exporters, more than 30,000 processing units, and a workforce of 4 million people — the industry is enormous. India ships plastic goods to more than 200 countries, with the USA alone absorbing over US$ 2.31 billion worth in a single financial year.
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But it goes both ways. India imports significant volumes of specialised plastic polymers and films that local manufacturers simply can’t produce at scale. And with PLEXCONCIL targeting US$ 25 billion in exports by 2027 — backed by government schemes like “Make in India” and new Plastic Parks being set up across the country — this trade corridor is only getting bigger. Businesses that get their logistics sorted now will be well ahead.
Why choose Aeon India for Shipping Plastic Items?
AEON India’s parent company, AEON Dubai, has spent 16 years moving cars, household goods, boats, yachts, and motorbikes between Dubai and six continents. Same networks. Same expertise. Now applied to your plastic shipments — imports and exports both.
Trusted Packing and Shipping Service
Plastic goods are not all the same. Raw pellets, rigid containers, flexible films, and industrial sheets — each one has its own vulnerabilities in transit. Bubble wrap and a standard box won’t cut it. Flexible films need moisture-resistant wrapping. Rigid goods need reinforced cartons or heavy-duty crates. We figure out the right approach for what you’re sending. Bulk materials travel in FIBC bags rated to international standards. Every format is covered properly. Nothing leaves our hands underprepared.
International Shipping Experience
16 years of moving freight between Dubai and every major part of the world. Land, sea, and air freight — we use whichever suits your budget, cargo size, and deadline. That kind of experience across multiple cargo types is not something you replicate overnight. And it shows in how we handle things when they get complicated.
Warehouse Storage Facilities
Timing doesn’t always cooperate. We get it. AEON India’s warehouses keep your plastic goods secure until they’re ready to move — 24-hour surveillance, on-site security, humidity and temperature management, and proper inventory tracking. Short-term or long-term, you decide when things ship.
Handling Customs
Honestly, customs is where most plastic shipments run into trouble. One missing HS code. One incorrect certificate. And suddenly your goods are stuck for weeks with no end in sight. AEON India manages the entire customs process — declarations, compliance checks, and port liaison. We act as a licensed broker for both import and export clearances. We know what Indian customs officials look for, and we get it right the first time.
FAQs’ When Shipping Plastic Products
As you can see, there’s quite a bit involved in getting plastics in and out of India. To help you make sense of it, we’ve pulled together the questions our clients ask us most. Take a few minutes to go through them — they’ll save you a lot of head-scratching later.
How do you Import or Export Plastic Products?
Just reach out and tell us what you’re moving, where it’s going, and when you need it there. We handle the packing, paperwork, customs filings, and delivery. For exports, you’ll need an IEC, a Shipping Bill through ICEGATE, and supporting documents. For imports, it’s a Bill of Entry plus a commercial invoice, packing list, and insurance certificate. We sort all of this for you.
Can you Ship Plastic Products Internationally?
Yes. Through AEON’s global network, we ship plastic goods to destinations across the world. But there are rules — Basel Convention restrictions, REACH regulations for European markets, and destination-specific import requirements all apply. Packing standards matter too. Poorly packed shipments get rejected at ports. We make sure everything is compliant before it leaves.
How Much Will it Cost for Shipping Plastic from India?
No single answer, and anyone who quotes you without knowing your details is guessing. The cost depends on volume, weight, freight mode, current market rates, and destination. Rough ballpark: sea freight for a 20-foot container to Europe typically runs between US$ 800 and US$ 2,500. Air freight is faster but costs significantly more per kilogram. Get in touch with your shipment specifics, and we’ll give you a proper breakdown.
Do you Provide Insurance During the Shipment?
Yes and we’d recommend it. Marine cargo insurance covers loss or damage from loading to delivery. Most shipments arrive without incident. But occasionally things go wrong — rough handling, delays, unexpected damage. For a consignment worth tens of thousands of pounds, cover is peace of mind. We’ll help you arrange the right level for what you’re shipping.
Will Aeon India assist me with Taxes and Customs Clearance Documents?
Completely. This is bread and butter for us. We’ve helped thousands of clients through customs clearance — both imports and exports — without the stress that comes from going it alone. IGST assessments, export incentive claims, drawback refunds — our team handles it all. People who are new to the plastic trade often tell us this was what worried them most. And usually, the thing they end up worrying least about once we’re involved.