Flexible packaging and films

Scope of the category

Films, pouches and flexible packaging specified by material structure, dimensions and application. A flexible-packaging offer is defined by the material structure, dimensions, product use and production batch. Printed appearance alone is not a reliable basis for comparing two packs.

Compare like with like

• Material and dimensions Record layers or declared structure, width, thickness and supplied format. Ask which tolerances are relevant to the buyer’s line.
• Order and artwork State the minimum order by design, colour and size, plus printing setup or tooling where relevant. Separate repeat-order terms.
• Sample and evidence Identify the representative sample and the buyer’s evaluation process. Claims about contact use or environmental properties need their own evidence.

Who may buy

• Food manufacturers
• Non-alcoholic beverage manufacturers
• Household and personal-care manufacturers
• Pharmaceutical manufacturers
• Plastics converters
• Packaging producers and specialist wholesalers

Commercial questions

• Which product, packing process and handling conditions define the sample?
• Does the quote cover the same material structure and printed design?
• Who records sample feedback and unresolved technical questions?
• Does the minimum order apply per design, colour, size or production run?
• Are prices per piece, kilogram or another stated unit, and what costs are excluded?
• Which documents accompany the sample, and who will evaluate it on the buyer’s process?