Section 5(a) in The Plastic Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011
(a)carry bags shall either be [in natural shade (colourless) which is without any added pigments] or made using only those pigments and colourants which are in conformity with Indian Standard: IS 9833:1981 titled as List of pigments and colourants for use in plastics in contact with foodstuffs, Pharmaceuticals and drinking water, as amended from time-to-time;
