Get a Quote

FAQ topic

Quote & delivery

Artwork, MOQ, lead times, export packing and how to request a quote. 26 questions on this page. Search below or open a question for the full answer.

Ask about your project

26 questions

Quote & delivery 24

What artwork files do you need?

Send whatever artwork you have. Our design team will tell you if anything else is needed before print.

#
Do you ship overseas / export?

We make packaging for brands selling in overseas markets. Packing and shipping details are confirmed per order.

#
What are your payment terms?

We accept T/T bank transfer. For bulk orders we usually ask for a 30–50% deposit, with the balance paid before shipment. Sample terms are confirmed in your quotation. Bank details are given only in our official quotation or contract.

#
Which trade terms do you quote?

We usually quote FOB or CIF. Other terms are available on request. Freight is quoted once the destination and trade term are confirmed.

#
Do you support English project communication?

Yes. This site and quote workflow are in English. Share your brief through the form; we reply in English on structure, samples and production.

#
What should I prepare for an evaluation, quote or sample?

Clear product and purchasing needs matter more than finished artwork. Send length, width, height, weight and accessory count, and say whether the box is for retail, parcel e-commerce or gifting; add reference styles, estimated quantity, delivery location and target arrival date. Include any dieline, artwork or old packaging. If information is incomplete, start with product photos and references. Separate must-keep requirements from options you're open to. A formal quote is based on the confirmed spec and finishes. See what to send for a quote.

#
How do I request electronics packaging samples and tiered pricing?

Treat the device and accessories as one set: sizes, weights, orientation, cable storage and whether the screen or housing scratches easily. Send the product itself if possible. For tiered pricing, use one spec and list the first-order and expected reorder quantities, separating printing, insert, finishes, samples and freight. If budget is tight, compare a folding carton and a rigid box option. Sample type, cost and timing are confirmed after evaluating materials and structure.

#
How do I request a technical evaluation, samples and a quote for pharma cartons?

Send internally approved copy, product spec, cartoning method and estimated quantity. For automatic cartoners, add carton size, feed direction, leaflet fold and machine requirements; old cartons and trial feedback help locate problems. For track-and-trace, state the code source, symbology, print position and inspection needs. List what the sample must verify — size and folding, colour and text, or machine running and code reading. Quote and lead time are evaluated against these requirements.

#
How do small test runs, samples and quotes work for supplement packaging?

Define what the test should prove: fit, shelf display, unboxing or transit protection. A blank sample may be enough for size; printed samples come in when you need to judge print. Send bottle, jar or sachet sizes, units per box, quantities per flavour or size and sales channels. If SKUs share a structure, say which panels are common and which differ. Discuss test quantity, materials, sample fees and expected production volume together to see realistic total cost.

#
How do your structural engineers evaluate my product and make a blank sample?

Send the product, accessories and use case. We look at size, weight, centre of gravity, fragile surfaces, case packing and handling; if the product may still change, tell us which dimensions might move. When the blank sample arrives, load the full set and check for movement, pressure on buttons or ports, smooth closing and manual packing. Mark changes on one sample or drawing before the next revision.

#
What should I provide when asking about eco-friendly or FSC packaging options?

Say what you want to improve: less plastic in the insert, less lamination, recycled material, or a product with an FSC claim — these are different requirements. Add box style, load, surface effect, target market and budget so we can compare the impact on protection, look and assembly. If FSC is required, raise it before quoting so supply chain, scope and labelling can be confirmed for that order; general cases are not order-specific FSC documentation.

#
What do I need to upload files and request samples?

Editable source files, a clear preview PDF, the dieline and fonts (or outlined text), with the version for sampling clearly marked. Separate images, spot colour names and special finishes; organise many files by SKU. Add finished size, board or reference material, sample quantity, product details and delivery address. Check that files open and mark anything not final. For unreleased products, agree confidentiality before sending full artwork. Final production files are confirmed separately.

#
How much does a custom carton or gift box cost, and why can't you quote from a picture?

There's no reliable unit price from a picture. Cost depends on size and style, board/greyboard/insert, print colours, finishes, tooling, quantity, waste, assembly, inspection, packing, freight and tax. A picture doesn't show real size, hidden structure, board thickness, insert or finish layers, so at most it supports a rough budget. Pricing and minimum order terms are confirmed per project spec.

#
What affects packaging price the most?

Material usage and box style set the cost base; quantity and imposition decide how fixed costs are spread; complex finishing and hand assembly add incremental cost. Plates, make-ready, tooling and management are fixed costs, so unit price changes with quantity tiers. Exact pricing is confirmed per project spec.

#
Why does the unit price change so much between quantity tiers?

Plates, make-ready, cutting dies and project management are largely fixed per run. Higher quantities spread these over more boxes, so tiered prices can differ significantly. Ask for several realistic tiers on the same spec and compare both unit price and total spend.

#
How is MOQ set, and why do small runs cost more per box?

MOQ is usually shaped by board purchasing minimums, plate-making and make-ready, tooling, minimum runs for finishing processes and labour organisation — it is not one fixed number. Small runs carry the same fixed costs over fewer boxes. MOQ is confirmed per project.

#
What are your typical prices and MOQ, and what is your advantage?

We don't have one price or MOQ for every style. A simple folding carton and a rigid box with insert and foil can be similar in size but very different in material, process and assembly. Minimums relate to board purchasing, press make-ready, dies and finishing, so we confirm the spec first, then quantities. Ask for several real tiers on the same spec, and confirm whether samples, dies, tax and freight are included. If a first order is a test, tell us the reorder plan so we can discuss simplifying finishes or structure.

#
What parameters do you need for a quote, and how fast can you evaluate it?

Product size and weight, box style or reference images, board and insert preferences, printing and finishes, quantity tiers, delivery location and target date. Add dielines, brand colour standards or old packaging if you have them. You can point to one of our cases as a reference and say what to keep or change. Evaluation speed depends on completeness and complexity; the reply timeline is confirmed when we talk. A similar case doesn't mean size, price or lead time carry over.

#
What affects sampling and production lead times?

File completeness, structural development, sample type, material arrival, press scheduling, finishing, hand assembly, inspection and transport. Rush orders may compress validation and add make-ready, labour and logistics cost; split deliveries can protect a launch date but need locked materials, colour standards and handling of balances. In sampling the main variables are structure iterations and sample type; in production, material readiness, scheduling and finishing bottlenecks. Lead times are confirmed per project.

#
What packaging and document requirements apply when exporting cartons and gift boxes from China?

Beyond style, material and finish, confirm destination labelling, recycling or eco marks, language, barcodes, restricted substances, export packing, fumigation or wood materials, Incoterms and delivery point. The brand provides the target-market compliance list; the supplier provides material and test evidence. Keep commercial invoice, packing list, origin and material information consistent with the order and carton marks. The exporting entity, trade terms and overseas service scope are confirmed before quoting.

#
How should I compare standard orders, rush orders and split deliveries?

Standard orders give the most stable cost and validation; rush orders buy time at higher risk and cost; split deliveries need extra control of colour between batches, inventory and multiple shipments. Agree file freeze, approval, material readiness, first-article and shipping milestones whichever route you choose.

#
How do domestic Chinese brands and overseas buyers differ when choosing a packaging factory?

Domestic brands often prioritise response, sampling and local delivery. Overseas buyers usually weigh English communication, compliance documents, trade terms, export packing and remote inspection more heavily. Provide your target-market compliance list early so the supplier can support it with material and test evidence.

#
As an overseas buyer, how do I request a quote, send samples and arrange export delivery?

Send product size, weight, packaging references, estimated quantity and destination through our contact page. For large files, share a download link and mark the version. Before shipping products to us, confirm the address, packing list, declared value and whether they should be returned. At quote stage, state delivery point, Incoterms, transport responsibility and required documents. After sample approval, confirm packaging spec, acceptance method and production and shipping timing in writing.

#
How do I submit bottle sizes, sampling and quote requests for a beauty set?

Send actual bottles, or accurate drawings with weight and tolerances, including pumps, caps, droppers and odd shapes. Say how many items per set, orientation, whether the insert covers labels, and whether it's everyday retail or seasonal gifting. Add brand colour standards, reference packaging and preferred paper feel, and mark must-have foil or UV. Check retention and removal first, then colour, surface and edges. For pricing, quote a basic and an upgraded version on the same product dimensions.

#
How do I send products, get a blank sample and receive tiered quotes for a rigid gift box?

Confirm the delivery address and sample list first, and include every item that goes in the box — products, accessories, cards, leaflets — noting whether they should be returned. With drawings only, add weight, centre of gravity and fragile areas, plus spacing and display intent. The first blank sample checks fit, retention, removal and lid action. Then compare board, insert and finish tiers, with each tier stating exactly what changes; confirm sample, tooling and freight costs separately.

#
Should a special-finish project use a digital proof or a press proof?

A digital proof is fine for layout, text position and overall look. For spot colours, metallic board, large dark areas, or combinations of foil, UV and embossing, an ordinary digital proof can't predict the final result — discuss a press or finish trial on the actual board and processes, and state what the approved sample is the standard for.

#

Still have a question?

The more you share, the faster we can prepare a useful quote:

  • Product and box type
  • Size and quantity
  • Finishes you have in mind
  • Whether artwork or a dieline is ready

Prefer a call or a video tour of the factory? Mention it in your message.

What do you need? *
Product category *

Please choose at least one category.

Order quantity *

Your inquiry is sent from this page straight to our sales team. To share artwork or dielines, email them to sales@pakrisego.com after you send this form. See our privacy policy.

Updated:

Get a Quote