Domestic technical textiles Industry Segment-wise consumption of ...

Value Rs 6,725 crore Rs 12,950 crore
Exports of woven sacks
The estimated export figures for woven sacks are as given below:-
HS Code Description*
Exports
Quantity
63053900 PP Nonwoven Sacks 53,200 pcs
Source: Industry survey, IMaCS Analysis
Exports
(in Rs crore)
2007-08(E) 2007-08(E)
Less than Rs 0.1
crore
Source: IBIS, DGCIS, IMaCS Analysis
* Other woven sack exports are included in FIBC exports
The HDPE bags manufactured in India are used for domestic consumption as well as exported to
Europe and US. The key exports destinations are Germany and Netherlands.
Key raw-material suppliers
The major raw material (polymer granules) suppliers in India are:
1. Reliance Industries Ltd.(including IPCL)
2. GAIL (India) Ltd.
3. Haldia
4. Others
Reliance is the largest player for PP.
The prices of all the players for raw material are more or less similar so the customers are usually
flexible in their choice, depending upon who is able to provide with regular supply. The industry is
facing a raw material shortage due to which it is not able to reach its true potential.
Key machinery suppliers for manufacturing woven sacks in India
The main machine required for woven sacks manufacturing is the Shuttle Loom. The main suppliers
of these looms in India are:
o Lohia Starlinger Limited
o J. P. Industries
o Kabra Extrusiontechnik Ltd. (KET) – Kolsite