What we source
We source injection moulded plastic parts, plastic packaging materials, plastic containers and bottles, technical plastic components for industrial use, plastic pipe fittings and construction profiles, and custom extruded or thermoformed plastic products.
Turkey has a large and mature plastics industry centred around Istanbul, Bursa, and Ankara, with thousands of manufacturers producing for the European market. Bosnia and Serbia have specialist injection moulding facilities that are well suited to smaller runs and custom technical parts, often at lower minimum order quantities than Turkish counterparts.
EU compliance and regulation we handle
- REACH regulation: All plastic products sold in the EU must comply with REACH restrictions on chemical substances. We verify that manufacturers can provide REACH compliance declarations and that the materials used do not contain restricted substances above permitted thresholds.
- EU single-use plastics directive: Since 2021, certain single-use plastic products are banned in the EU. We flag these restrictions before any order is placed and guide buyers toward compliant alternatives where needed.
- EU food contact materials: Plastic packaging or containers intended for food contact must comply with EU Regulation 10/2011 on plastic materials. We verify food contact suitability and obtain the relevant declarations of compliance from manufacturers.
- RoHS compliance: For plastic components used in electrical and electronic equipment, we arrange RoHS declarations confirming restricted substance limits are met.
- CE marking: For regulated plastic products such as construction profiles or medical device components, we manage the CE documentation process.
- EU customs union (Turkey): Plastic products manufactured in Turkey benefit from the EU customs union, which means simplified import procedures and zero or reduced import duties for most product categories into the Netherlands and Belgium.
What to know about importing plastics from Turkey and the Balkans
Turkey is the fifth largest plastics manufacturer in Europe and a significant exporter of plastic packaging, pipes, profiles, and technical components to EU markets. The Turkish plastics industry is export-oriented and accustomed to meeting EU standards. Lead times to Rotterdam by road typically run 7 to 10 days.
Bosnia and Serbia have specialist injection moulding operations that serve European automotive, construction, and consumer goods manufacturers. These facilities tend to work with smaller minimum order quantities, making them well suited to buyers who need custom parts without the scale requirements of large Turkish factories.
One important compliance point for Benelux buyers: the EU single-use plastics directive and EU packaging regulations are evolving rapidly. We stay current with the regulatory framework and flag any restrictions before an order is placed, so you are not caught out by a product that is legal to manufacture in Turkey but restricted from sale in the Netherlands or Belgium.
Who typically buys plastics through us
Dutch and Belgian manufacturers who need plastic components for assembly. Packaging distributors sourcing containers, bottles, or trays. Construction material importers buying plastic pipe, fittings, or profiles. Retail and wholesale buyers sourcing plastic storage, household products, or garden items.