July 5, 2025 –
Zhejiang Youze Materials Unveils Cutting-Edge Masterbatch Production Facility
AsiaMB Exclusive – A new era in color masterbatch manufacturing has begun at Zhejiang Youze Materials Technology’s Shimen Industrial Park complex. The company’s recently commissioned production line combines international technology with domestic innovation to create a world-class manufacturing operation.
The facility features three groundbreaking production systems:
- Automated Black Masterbatch Line: Incorporating German extrusion technology
- Smart Material Handling: Closed-loop conveying for precise ingredient dosing
- AI Quality Control: Real-time monitoring of color consistency
“This investment represents our commitment to bridging the gap between imported and domestic production capabilities,” stated General Manager Yu Kai during the facility tour. The 35-acre complex forms a crucial part of parent company Tongkun Holding’s strategic expansion into advanced materials.
Key production advantages include:
• 98% material utilization through precision metering
• 40% energy reduction versus conventional lines
• 0.01% color deviation tolerance
The Shimen facility’s phased rollout has already achieved:
✓ 60% operational capacity
✓ 12,000 tonnes annualized output
✓ 85% automated production processes
Upon full completion in September 2025, the plant will deliver:
- 35,000 tonnes color masterbatch
- 5,000 tonnes functional compounds
- 1,500 tonnes metal filtration materials
Market analysts project the facility will capture 15% of East China’s premium masterbatch demand, particularly serving:
• Packaging manufacturers
• Automotive component suppliers
• Consumer electronics producers
“The true innovation lies in our adaptive production system,” explained Chief Engineer Wang Lin. “We can switch between standard and specialty formulations within hours, not days.” This flexibility addresses growing market needs for customized solutions in sustainable packaging applications.
The RMB 200 million investment underscores Zhejiang’s emergence as China’s new materials hub, with the province accounting for 38% of the nation’s masterbatch R&D expenditure in 2024. Industry observers anticipate the facility will set new benchmarks for production efficiency and product quality in Asia’s competitive colorant market.