What "food packaging film" covers at SUNWRAP
The term "food packaging film" in B2B procurement is broader than "cling film." It covers any plastic film in direct or indirect food contact. SUNWRAP's production focus sits on the cling-film side of that category — the roll-format films used for fresh-food wrap, retail over-pack, and hand-wrap in HORECA and processing.
- PVC food packaging film — the flagship. 8–16 μm, 20–180 cm width, anti-fog, high stretch, high clarity. Used in supermarket fresh-meat and produce counters worldwide. See PVC cling film specs →
- PE food packaging film — added in 2025. Non-chlorinated polyethylene alternative for markets with PVC procurement restrictions. See PE cling film specs →
- Jumbo roll food packaging film — master rolls for converters who slit and rewind. See jumbo roll specs →
- Industrial / catering food packaging film — large canteens, food courts, hotel commercial kitchens, food processing lines. See industrial specs →
- Custom OEM / private-label — Arabic / Spanish / Bahasa / Vietnamese / Tagalog secondary labelling, colour-box print, branded retail SKUs. See OEM programme →
Who buys food packaging film from a Chinese manufacturer
- Supermarket chains — fresh-meat over-wrap, produce hand-wrap, bakery / deli counter use. Typical spec: 9–12 μm × 380 / 450 mm × 300–500 m retail rolls, anti-fog treated.
- HORECA groups (hotels, restaurants, catering) — commercial kitchens for prep, storage and pre-packaging. Typical spec: 12–14 μm × 300 mm × 300 m boxed rolls.
- Food processors and central kitchens — in-line film wrap on ready-meal packaging, bakery trays, catering dispatch. Typical spec: 10–14 μm jumbo rolls slit to machine width.
- Wholesale distributors — regional coverage of supermarkets and HORECA. Buy in 20GP container lots, rewind/repack as needed.
- Private-label importers and retail brands — take SUNWRAP jumbo and rewind to branded retail SKUs, or commission OEM runs with their own printed packaging.
Export logistics — Ningbo to destination port
Our factory sits 40 km from Ningbo-Zhoushan Port (the world's #1 container port by cargo volume). Direct container services run to every major destination market:
| Destination | Port | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | Manila | 5–7 days |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh / Haiphong | 3–5 days |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | Tanjung Priok | 7–10 days |
| 🇮🇳 India | Nhava Sheva / Chennai | 14–20 days |
| 🇦🇪 UAE | Jebel Ali | 18–22 days |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | Jeddah / Dammam | 20–25 days |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | Alexandria / Port Said | 15–20 days |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria | Apapa / Tin Can (Lagos) | 35–45 days |
Specifications reference
- Material: Food-grade PVC (polyvinyl chloride) or PE (polyethylene), non-toxic formulation
- Thickness: 8–16 μm (customizable)
- Width: 20–180 cm (standard 250 / 300 / 380 / 450 / 500 mm)
- Length per roll: 200 / 300 / 500 / 1000 m — up to 5000 m jumbo
- Paper core: 1 inch / 1.5 inch / 3 inch inner diameter
- Packaging: 1 / 2 / 6 rolls per carton (6 is standard; 1 and 2 for private-label retail)
- HS Code: 3920.43 (PVC with plasticiser ≥ 6%) / 3920.49 (other PVC) / 3920.10 (PE)
- Compliance: FDA food-contact, SGS-tested. EU Regulation No 10/2011 declaration on request.
Sourcing process
- Request the catalog via the — we email it to your inbox.
- Confirm the six specs (thickness, width, length or weight, paper core, packaging, Incoterm).
- Receive a live FOB Ningbo or CIF destination quote in 12 hours.
- Order samples if needed (free; buyer covers courier).
- Place the trial container under 30% T/T deposit + 70% against B/L, or L/C at sight.
- Scale to annual programme once end-customer acceptance is confirmed.
Related resources
- Chinese cling film — manufacturer overview
- How to choose a food-grade PVC cling film supplier
- HS code 3920 import guide
- Cling film price guide 2026
- PVC vs PE — which should you import?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is food packaging film and how is it different from cling film?+
Food packaging film is the B2B industry term covering any plastic film used in direct or indirect food contact — PVC cling film, PE cling film, shrink film, lidding film, vacuum-pack laminates, stretch wrap for fresh-meat trays, and retail overwrap film. 'Cling film' is the consumer / retail-facing subset of that — PVC or PE films specifically engineered to self-adhere for hand-wrap applications. SUNWRAP focuses on the cling-film side of food packaging film.
What thickness of food packaging film should a supermarket fresh-meat counter use?+
Supermarket fresh-meat and seafood trays are typically over-wrapped with 9–12 μm PVC food packaging film. Thicker (14–16 μm) gives stronger puncture resistance for bone-in cuts; thinner (8–10 μm) minimises cost for high-volume produce wrap. Anti-fog treatment is essential for chilled display — untreated film clouds with condensation and hurts shelf appeal.
What is the HS code for food packaging film?+
HS code 3920 covers 'other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular, not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined.' PVC food packaging film falls under 3920.43 (with plasticiser ≥ 6% by weight); PE under 3920.10. Your destination customs broker will confirm the 8-digit subheading at clearance. See our <a href='/blog/hs-code-3920-cling-film-import-guide/'>HS code guide</a> for more.
Can I import food packaging film from China on a 500kg or 1-tonne trial order?+
Yes. Our formal MOQ is one 20GP container (approximately 2.5 tonnes of retail-packed finished goods or 18–22 tonnes of jumbo), but we routinely ship 500 kg – 1 tonne trial shipments to first-time buyers — typically via courier (DHL / FedEx) for small quantities or LCL sea freight for 300 kg and above. Trial orders are particularly encouraged for buyers validating a new retail SKU with their end customer.
What documents do I need to import food packaging film?+
Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin (CCPIT in China — Form A for GSP countries, Form E for ACFTA / ASEAN, RCEP CO as applicable), bill of lading, and third-party food-contact test reports (SGS or CMA). USA: FDA 21 CFR 177.1975 declaration. EU: Declaration of Conformity to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. Market-specific: SONCAP (Nigeria), SFDA / SABER (Saudi Arabia), BPOM + SNI (Indonesia), BIS + FSSAI (India), etc. SUNWRAP supports all documents as standard.
Do you supply biodegradable or compostable food packaging film?+
Our core products are PVC and PE — neither is biodegradable in the municipal / industrial composting sense. For buyers specifically sourcing compostable food-packaging film (PLA-based, TÜV OK Compost certified, or PHA blends), we can reference-route to partner facilities, but it is not currently our own programme. See our guide on <a href='/blog/pvc-cling-film-vs-pe-cling-film/'>PVC vs PE</a> for the regulatory landscape on PVC alternatives.