What it is
Pellets holding a high dose of pigment or additive in a polymer carrier. Mixed at 1–5% with natural granules to colour a product or add UV, slip or anti-static properties.
Colour masterbatch (black, white, colours)UV stabiliser masterbatchFiller masterbatch (calcium carbonate)Slip / anti-block / anti-static
Where imports come from
Made mostly by small and medium units; no official production series was found.
Rules before you buy or sell
- No Quality Control Order for masterbatch appears on the BIS compulsory-certification list (checked 18 Oct 2026).
- For toys and food packaging, ask the supplier for heavy-metal and food-contact test reports, because the finished product must comply.
- Customs classification depends on the exact make-up; confirm the HS code with your customs broker.
Storage and handling
Store sealed and dry.
Businesses that use it
Plastic Injection Moulding (Containers) →PP Woven Bag Making (Printing, Cutting, Stitching) →Garbage Bags →LLDPE Agricultural Mulch Film →Plastic Bucket Manufacturing →