Microban returned to PLASTINDIA 2026, India’s largest international plastics trade show, in response to growing global demand for antimicrobial and odour-control technologies in polymer applications. Held from February 5-10, 2026, the event brought together manufacturers, compounders, and brand owners actively looking to improve product performance, durability, and market differentiation.
Located at Booth B08, Hall 4G, Microban demonstrated how built-in antimicrobial product protection can be integrated directly into plastics during manufacturing, delivering valuable benefits without impacting product appearance or functionality.
Antimicrobial technologies proven across high-touch plastic applications
The stand featured partner products across a broad range of end-use applications, clearly demonstrating where antimicrobial additives deliver meaningful differentiation, including:
Astroturf
Unless it’s cleaned and maintained constantly, astroturf can trap moisture, sweat, spills, and organic debris deep within the fibres and backing. Over time, this creates the ideal environment for odour-causing bacteria and mould to thrive. Built-in antimicrobial technology helps protect the turf itself by actively inhibiting microbial growth on the surface, keeping astroturf fresher for longer, reducing persistent odours, and supporting a cleaner, fresher playing or living environment.
Featured partner: Smart Turf
Trash bags
Even with regular emptying, trash bags are constantly exposed to food waste, moisture, and bacteria that drive lingering odours and unsanitary conditions. As waste sits, microbes multiply on the bag’s surface, intensifying smells. Built-in antimicrobial protection helps inhibit the growth of odour-causing bacteria on the trash bag itself, working alongside Color Scents’ fragrances to keep bins smelling fresher for longer and making everyday cleanup more pleasant.
Featured partner: Color Scents by Berry Global
Insights from Microban Experts
In the video below, Microban experts, Giorgio Rimini (Senior Director, Business Development for EMEA) and Vishal Raina (Director, Business Development for IMEA) unpack key learnings from the Indian plastics market. Hear how antimicrobial technologies are influencing material innovation and unlocking new opportunities for the plastics industry.
If you would like to find out more about Microban’s built-in antimicrobial solutions for plastics, contact a member of the team today.
