I (Meaning and importance of Exports) Unit Structure

8.1.1 MEANING 
 
 
The Indian Institute of packaging was set up in Mumbai on 
14
th
may, 1966 with an objective to giving guidance and training to 
Indian exporters, in regard to packaging techniques. It was set up 
by the government of India in collaboration with the industry for 
removing the deficiencies in the field of packages. 
Indian institute of packing is a registered body under the 
Societies Registration Act, and undertakes research activities on 
raw materials for packaging industry. It keeps India in line with the 
international developments in packaging. It is a service 
organization.
8.1.2 FUNCTIONS OF IIP 
The following are the important functions of Indian institute of 
packaging. 
(a) 
Training Programme 
It is primarily engaged in training programmes relating to 
packaging industry. This institute makes the trainees familiar with 

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packaging technology, packaging materials, and current trends in 
packaging in the world markets. 
(b) 
Improvement in Quality of Packaging 
IIP makes constant efforts to upgrade and improve the 
design and quality of packaging, so as to promote Indian products 
abroad. Undertake research on raw material used of the packaging 
industry and to bring improvement in the quality of packaging. 
(c) 
Collection of Information
IIP collects information on latest trends in the packaging in 
respect of raw materials, design etc. To keep abreast of 
international developments in packaging and to collect information 
on new trends in packaging . 
(d) 
Testing Facilities 
It also undertakes testing of packaging materials and 
packages to ensure export quality.