China has experienced rapid industrialization and economic growth over the past few decades, leading to significant expansion in its plastics industry with production capacity increased substantially.

China is the world's largest plastic producer by far, accounting for nearly one-third of global plastics production, according to research platform Statista. Several factors contribute to China's prominence as a plastics producer.

China has access to abundant sources of raw materials needed for plastics production, including petroleum, natural gas, and various chemical feedstocks. The availability of these resources has facilitated the growth of the Chinese plastics industry.

At the same time, the country has developed a robust manufacturing infrastructure, which supports the large-scale production of plastics and high market demand of plastics driven by various industries such as packaging, automotive, electronics and construction.

Prominent provinces and city hubs

Several provinces in China, with their important city hubs, are particularly have significant contributions to the development of the country's plastics industry.

Shandong Province:

Located in eastern China, Shandong Province has access to abundant sources of raw materials essential for production of plastic materials. It is also home to several industrial clusters specializing in different stages of plastics production and thus has a well-established plastics supply chain. Cities like Qingdao and Yantai are notable for their plastics production activities.

Qingdao is a notable production hub for modified plastics. The city has a well-developed plastics industry and is home to several producers specializing in modified plastics, particularly for the automotive and packaging industries.

The following plastic materials supplier is located in Qingdao:

∎ ADVANCED NEW MATERIALS (QINGDAO) CO., LTD 先进新材料（青岛）有限公司

Yantai has experienced significant development in the field of plastics production. The city has actively promoted the growth of its plastics industry through policy support, infrastructure development, and investment attraction.

Yantai has established dedicated industrial parks for the plastics industry, providing specialized zones for production as well as research and development. The clusters create a conducive environment for innovation and collaboration.

The following chemical and plastics producer is located in Yantai: 

∎  WANHUA CHEMICAL (YANTAI) TRADING CO., LTD 万华化学（烟台）销售有限公司

The plastics industry in Weifang has attracted both domestic and international investments. Located in the Shandong Province, the city has developed specialized industrial parks dedicated to plastics production. The local government has also encouraged the establishment and expansion of enterprises in the plastics industry.

The following plastics and materials suppliers are located in Weifang:

∎ CHANGLE ZHENGTONG PLASTIC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD 昌乐县政通塑胶科技有限公司

∎ QINGZHOU XINMING NEW MATERIALS CO., LTD. 青州市新明新材料有限公司

∎ SHANDONG SHOUGUANG LUQING PETROCHEMICAL CO., LTD 山东寿光鲁清石化有限公司       

∎ SHANDONG SUNRIS NEW MATERIALS CO., LTD. 山東旭銳新材股份有限公司

Zhejiang Province: 

Zhejiang Province is another important region for plastics production in China. The province is close to major ports and transportation networks, which provides easy access to domestic and international markets, facilitating the import of raw materials and the export of finished products. It has established research institutions that focus on plastics and polymer science. These institutions contribute to innovations and technological advancements of new plastic materials and manufacturing processes.

In recent years, Ningbo's plastics industry has developed rapidly with the local government support, and its annual output and sales are both in the forefront of China. The city is home to the Ningbo Petrochemical Economic and Technological Development Zone, which accommodates various petrochemical companies involved in the production of chemicals, plastics, synthetic fibers, and other petrochemical products.

The following chemical and plastics enterprises are located in Ningbo: 

∎ GRAND RESOURCES GROUP CO., LTD. 宁波远大国际贸易有限公司

∎ NINGBO SILIAN FEIYANG IMP. AND EXP. CO, LTD 宁波四联飞扬进出口有限公司

∎ NINGBO YONGTENG NEW MATERIAL CO., LTD 宁波永腾新材料有限公司

Jiangsu Province: Neighboring Shanghai, Jiangsu Province is the third largest province in plastic products manufacturing, and it owns a comprehensive network of plastics suppliers.

Suzhou in Jiangsu Province is an important hub for plastics production in China. The city has developed a strong plastics industry that encompasses major stages of the production supply chain.

Suzhou hosts numerous industrial parks and zones dedicated to plastics production. It is also known for its advanced manufacturing capabilities, including plastics processing. The city has a skilled workforce for boosting the development of the plastics industry.

The following polymer materials supplier is located in Suzhou: 

∎ SUZHOU HECHANG POLYMERIC MATERIALS., LTD. 苏州禾昌聚合材料股份有限公司

Located in Jiangsu Province, Wuxi's strategic location, situated on the Yangtze River and near the bustling economic regions of Shanghai and Suzhou, has contributed to its long history of being a major center for various industries, including plastics production.

The plastics industry in Wuxi encompasses a wide range of activities, including the production of plastic raw materials, plastic products, and plastic machinery. The city's reputation as a hub for plastics production is further strengthened by the presence of numerous well-established plastic companies.

The following plastics suppliers are located in Wuxi: 

∎ JIANGSU HANGUANG INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD 江苏汉光实业股份有限公司

∎ JIANGSU WKW NEW MATERIAL CO., LTD. 江苏万颗新材料有限公司

∎ WUXI JIAHONG PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. 无锡嘉弘塑料科技有限公司

Guangdong Province: Located in southern China, Guangdong Province is one of China’s major economic powerhouse. It is also an important base for the well-developed Chinese plastics industry. The cities of Shenzhen and Guangzhou are major production hubs for plastics and related products.

Guangzhou has a strong presence in the petrochemical sector. The city's petrochemical complex, located in the Guangzhou Development District, hosts several petrochemical companies engaged in the production of chemicals, plastics, synthetic rubber, and other petrochemical products. Notably, the city is also known for producing a significant amount of modified plastics.

The following plastics technologies and materials suppliers are located in Guangzhou: 

∎ CONE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. 烯湾科城（广州）新材料有限公司

∎ GUANGDONG CARDLO BIOTECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. 广东嘉德乐科技股份有限公司

∎ GUANGDONG YULONG TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD 广东羽龙科技有限公司

∎ GUANGZHOU JIASHUN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. 广州佳顺科技有限公司

∎ GUANGZHOU QIYUAN NEW MATERIALS CO., LTD. 广州琪原新材料股份有限公司

∎ GUANGZHOU SAIJU PERFORMANCE POLYMER CO., LTD. 广州赛聚新材料有限公司

Shenzhen is famous for its electronics industry. The city has other thriving industries, such as the plastics industry, that support the rapid development of the electronics industry. Modified plastics are used in electronic components and devices.

Shenzhen's proximity to technology companies and strong supply chain networks make it a key production hub for modified plastics in the electronics industry.

The following chemical company is located in Shenzhen: 

∎ SHENZHEN YU CHEMICAL CO., LTD. 深圳市余氏化工有限公司   

Foshan's plastics industry encompasses various sectors, such as plastic production, processing, machine manufacturing, and trading. Numerous plastic enterprises have production facilities in the city, producing packaging materials, construction materials, and more.

The plastics industry in Foshan benefits from the city's well-established infrastructure, skilled workforce, and proximity to major transportation networks.

The following companies in the plastics industry are located in Foshan: 

∎ ORINKO ADVANCED PLASTICS CO., LTD. 广东圆融新材料有限公司

∎ YILONG PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. 广东一龙新材料科技有限公司

∎ GUANGDONG JIAREN PIGMENT CO., LTD 廣東嘉仁顏料有限公司

Shanghai: 

As a major economic and industrial center in China, Shanghai has a considerable plastics production sector. The city's strategic location and excellent transportation infrastructure make it an attractive location for plastics companies.

Several large-scale petrochemical complexes are located in Shanghai, including the Shanghai Chemical Industry Park (SCIP) and the Jinshan Petrochemical Industrial Zone. These complexes host a wide range of petrochemical companies involved in the production of chemicals, polymers, plastics, and other petrochemical products.

The following chemical and material companies are located in Shanghai: 

∎ SHANGHAI KUMHO-SUNNY PLASTICS CO., LTD 上海锦湖日丽塑料有限公司 

∎ SHANGHAI KING CHEMICAL CO., LTD 上海凯茵化工有限公司

∎ SHAGHAI COLORS LTD 上海沪彩化工有限公司

∎ SHANGHAI LVEFA CHEMICAL TECHNOLIGY CO., LTD 上海略发化工科技有限公司

∎ NEW TECHEM CO., LTD. 上海美台贸易有限公司

∎ STAR-BETTER (SHANGHAI) CHEMICAL MATERIALS CO., LTD. 星贝达（上海）化工材料有限公司

It is noteworthy that China has a vast plastics industry and plastics production can be found in other provinces and cities in the country as well.

* The above companies are listed in no particular order.