What Cosmo Films does

Cosmo Films Limited is a publicly listed Indian specialty films manufacturer founded in 1981, headquartered in New Delhi, with three manufacturing facilities in India (Waluj/Aurangabad, Shendra/Aurangabad, and Karjan/Vadodara) operating a combined installed capacity of 502,400 TPA. The company self-identifies as the world's largest manufacturer of thermal lamination films and India's largest BOPP films exporter, serving packaging, labeling, industrial, and consumer end-uses across more than 100 countries through direct sales offices in India, the US, Germany, Korea, and Japan, supported by 10+ country-specific websites.

The product portfolio spans biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP), cast polypropylene (CPP), biaxially oriented polyester (BOPET), PET-G, lidding films, BOPP labels, synthetic paper, capacitor-grade metallized films, and PVC-free green graphic films, produced across 10 BOPP lines and 9 metallizers. Adjacent businesses include Cosmo Plastech (rigid sheets, injection-moulded and thermoformed containers), Cosmo Speciality Chemicals (coatings, adhesives, masterbatches), and the Zigly pet care subsidiary. Recent launches — CSP DigiLux-MW synthetic paper, Freezer Grade PP Sheets, anti-fog BOPET lidding films, and a dedicated pet food packaging range including TR-BOPP films rated to 185°C — demonstrate ongoing R&D cadence, validated by three SIES SOP Star Awards 2026 and FSSC 22000 and FDA-compliant food-safety certifications.

The business model is a direct, quote-based B2B sale of specialty films in bulk MOQs (1 MT to >50 MT) to converters and brand owners in food, beverage, FMCG, industrial, pharmaceutical, pet care, and cold-chain segments. The company generates revenue through one-time product sales rather than licensing or subscription, with no publicly disclosed pricing. Go-to-market relies on direct field sales, exhibitions (PLASTINDIA 2026 Gold Sponsor), industry awards, and digital channels (LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, regional websites). Leadership comprises CEO Pankaj Poddar, Chairman & Managing Director Sandip Somany, and Independent Director Pratip Chaudhuri.

Name

Cosmo Films

Legal name

Cosmo Films

Website

https://cosmofilms.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Cosmo Films Limited is a publicly listed Indian specialty films manufacturer producing BOPP, CPP, BOPET, lidding films, synthetic paper, capacitor films, and rigid packaging across 502,400 TPA of installed capacity, serving food, FMCG, industrial, and consumer applications in over 100 countries since 1981.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Packaging Films

NAICS

Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081)

akta.pro primary industry

Plastic Films & Laminated Packaging Structures Manufacturing (IMANAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Polyester & Nylon Films (PET/BOPET, PA/BOPA) (IMALABAB), Label Stock, Inks, Coatings & Laminates (Materials Supply) (IMALAKAL)

Keywords

• Specialty film manufacturing
• BOPP packaging films
• Thermal lamination films
• Flexible packaging solutions
• Label and lidding films

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Specialty Films Sales: Cosmo Films generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of specialty films including BOPP, CPP, BOPET, PET-G films, synthetic paper, lidding films, capacitor films, and rigid packaging solutions to food, beverage, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and industrial sectors worldwide.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Cosmo Films manufactures and sells specialty polymer films, primarily BOPP, CPP, BOPET, and PET-G films, for flexible packaging, lamination, labeling, lidding, and industrial applications. Its product portfolio includes coated and metallized films, synthetic paper, capacitor films, and green graphic films, and it also operates adjacent businesses in rigid packaging (Cosmo Plastech) and specialty chemicals (coatings, adhesives, masterbatches). Customers include packaging converters and brand owners in food, beverage, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and industrial sectors across 100+ countries.

Product overview

Cosmo Films is a specialty films manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of polymer-based films and packaging solutions. The product portfolio includes BOPP Films, CPP Films, BOPET Films, PET-G Films, Lidding Films, BOPP Labels, Synthetic Paper, Capacitor Films, and Green Graphic Films as core product lines. The company also operates Cosmo Plastech for rigid packaging (rigid sheets, injection moulded containers, thermoformed containers) and Cosmo Specialty Chemicals for coatings, adhesives, and masterbatches. Recent launches include CSP DigiLux-MW synthetic paper for digital printing, Freezer Grade PP Sheets for cold-chain applications, anti-fog BOPET lidding films, and specialized pet food packaging films. The company serves packaging, labeling, industrial, and electronic applications across 100+ countries with manufacturing facilities in India.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cosmo Super: Capacitor-grade Metallized Polypropylene Films
• Cosmo Sunshield
• Cosmo Green
• Zigly

Products and services

• BOPP Films Biaxially-oriented polypropylene films for flexible packaging, industrial, and lamination applications, available with coated and metallized variants.
• CPP Films Cast polypropylene films for flexible packaging applications including deep-freeze and lidding variants.
• BOPET Films Biaxially-oriented polyester films available in transparent and metallized variants for packaging and industrial uses.
• PET-G Films Polyester glycol-modified films with high shrinkage properties for label and packaging applications.
• Lidding Films Specialty films for lidding applications available in PET and CPP variants for food packaging.
• BOPP Labels BOPP-based label films including in-mould labels, wrap-around labels, PS face stocks, and direct thermal printable films.
• Synthetic Paper Non-tearable synthetic paper with excellent printability, environmental friendliness, and oil and water resistance for printing applications.
• Capacitor Films Capacitor-grade metallized polypropylene films including AL-ZN Standard, PURE AL Metallized, AL-ZN SLOPE, AL-ZN Segmented, and AL-ZN Metallized Series variants.
• Green Graphic Films PVC-free BOPP-based graphic films for sustainable signage and graphic applications.
• Rigid Packaging (Cosmo Plastech) Rigid sheets, injection moulded containers, and thermoformed containers for packaging applications, operated through subsidiary Cosmo Plastech.
• Specialty Chemicals Coating, adhesive, and masterbatch solutions for industrial applications, offered through Cosmo Speciality Chemicals.
• CSP DigiLux-MW Synthetic Paper Premium synthetic paper designed for advanced digital printing applications with enhanced whiteness for superior print clarity and compatibility with leading digital printing systems.
• Freezer Grade PP Sheets Polypropylene sheets designed for frozen food, seafood, meat processing, dairy, and cold-chain packaging with high impact resistance at sub-zero temperatures, moisture and oil resistance, and food-grade compliance.
• Anti-Fog Transparent BOPET Lidding Films Sealable peelable anti-fog BOPET lidding film that prevents droplet formation, maintains product visibility, and extends shelf life by 4-5 days for fresh salads and vegetables.
• Pet Food Packaging Films BOPP, CPP, and BOPET-based films engineered for pet food packaging, including heat-resistant TR-BOPP films up to 185°C, barrier films, lidding films, and ultra-high barrier metallized films for dry, wet, and functional pet food.

Quantifiable outcome

• Extends shelf life by 4-5 days for fresh salads and vegetables
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Uflex Limited: India's largest flexible packaging and film manufacturer, directly competing with Cosmo Films across BOPP, BOPET, and CPP films. Closest comparable on geography, product mix, and end-market exposure.
• Jindal Poly Films: Indian BOPP and BOPET films manufacturer with global sales footprint. Competes head-to-head with Cosmo in flexible packaging films, lamination films, and metallized products for FMCG converters.
• Polyplex Corporation: Manufacturer of BOPET films and BOPP films with manufacturing in India, Thailand, and Turkey. Comparable in polyester film technology and global flexible packaging films exposure.
• Taghleef Industries: Global BOPP and CPP films producer with plants in Europe, Middle East, North America, and Asia. Direct competitor in coated BOPP for printing and packaging, and in CPP for food packaging.

Broad incumbents

• CCL Industries (Innovia Films): CCL's Innovia Films division produces specialty BOPP films for labels, packaging, and security applications. Larger parent with broader specialty packaging footprint competes with Cosmo in high-value coated films.
• Toray Industries: Japanese diversified materials conglomerate with a films division producing polyester, polypropylene, and specialty films for industrial, packaging, and electronics uses. Competes with Cosmo in BOPET and specialty films globally.

Regional players

• Sappi Limited: Global producer of coated paper and packaging boards with a synthetic paper / film-based packaging portfolio. Comparable to Cosmo's CSP DigiLux-MW synthetic paper business in printing and packaging substrates.
• Vibac Group: Italian BOPP films producer serving European packaging and tape markets. Comparable in coated BOPP films for printing and lamination, competing primarily in European geographies where Cosmo also sells.

Emerging players

• Oben Group: Latin American BOPP films producer expanding globally. Competes with Cosmo in flexible packaging films with a regional manufacturing base and growing international presence.

Others

• Cosmo Speciality Chemicals (sister unit): Wholly-owned subsidiary producing coatings, adhesives, and masterbatches for industrial applications. Adjacent peer illustrating how Cosmo Group's chemistry capabilities supply into the same converter customers that buy its films.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/@cosmofirstlimited
• Facebookfacebook.com/cosmofilmsltd.global
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cosmo-films
• Instagraminstagram.com/cosmofilmsltd

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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