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Ordering & Process

MOQ varies by pouch format, size, material structure, printing method, and artwork count. Review the pouch-style starting points, then contact the project team to confirm final eligibility, setup, and proofing costs.

There is no fixed production week count. The timeline for each project is planned around your specifications, artwork and file confirmation, the selected production route, and order scheduling. A planning window is confirmed per order/project during quotation, and repeat orders are typically easier to schedule once specifications and files are already approved.

Yes — we send pre-production samples for your review and approval before proceeding. Trial run orders are available to help you test the packaging before committing to larger quantities.

The ordering process is simple:

  1. Send us your detailed requirements for the pouch and product needs
  2. Review and approve the sample pouch and Proforma Invoice (PI)
  3. Confirm the order and production begins
  4. We'll ship your order once production is complete

Yes, we accept changes to the order quantity before your final proof approval. Once the artwork and samples are approved and production begins, changes may incur additional costs.

Yes. Stock samples and custom printed samples can be reviewed according to the project. Availability, sample production, setup, proofing, and shipping costs depend on the pouch format, artwork, destination, and approval route; our team confirms the applicable path and charges before proceeding.

Pricing Questions

Contact us directly via any convenient method - email, phone, WhatsApp, or our contact form. We will review the brief and respond with the next quotation or sample-planning step.

Several factors impact the price of pouches:

  • Quantity: Larger orders typically have lower per-unit costs
  • Printing: Number of colors, complexity, and special effects
  • Fitments: Spouts, zippers, caps, and other accessories
  • Materials: Type and quality of materials used
  • Shipping: Distance and method chosen

We accept most international trade terms including EXW, CFR, FOB, CIF, DAP, and DDP. Please contact us if you need help determining the best price terms for your situation.

Product Questions

Material structures are reviewed per project against your product, barrier, and shelf-life requirements, with common options including PET, BOPP, Nylon, aluminum foil, and barrier films. Lower-impact options such as recyclable-ready mono-materials and kraft paper laminates can be reviewed when your final structure supports them.

Food-contact suitability depends on the selected structure, packed product, and target market. We can support projects with FDA/EU material declarations, traceability records, and third-party FDA/EU migration testing support where required.

Yes. Pouches can be made in a wide range of sizes and custom die-cut shapes through selected partner factories, with shape feasibility confirmed per project before sampling. Artwork and dieline review can be scoped with an active inquiry or order. Printing setup and proofing costs depend on the selected production path.

Gravure printing (up to 10 colors) and digital printing are both available; the production route is matched per order based on volume and how stable your artwork is. Finishes include matte, gloss, and soft-touch.

Shipping & Delivery

We offer multiple shipping options to suit your needs:

  • Sea Freight: Most economical for large orders
  • Air Freight: Faster delivery for time-sensitive orders
  • Express Courier: DHL, FedEx, UPS for urgent small shipments

Transit time depends on the route, carrier, customs clearance, and destination, and is confirmed with each shipment booking.

We can ship one order to multiple destinations. Please inform us of your requirements before shipment so we can arrange the logistics accordingly.

Once your order ships, we share a shipping notification with tracking numbers and the estimated delivery window.

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) may be available for some destinations; its feasibility and the allocation of customs clearance and import duty responsibilities are confirmed in the written quotation or contract for each order. For other terms, we provide the necessary documentation to support clearance on your side.

Payment Questions

We accept most major currencies, including USD (US Dollar) and RMB (Chinese Yuan). If you want to pay in another currency, please contact us to discuss available options.

We accept various payment methods:

  • T/T (Bank Transfer): Most common method
  • Letter of Credit (L/C): For larger orders
  • PayPal: Available for smaller orders

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