Product Dimensions
Provide the dimensions of the product or packed contents where known.
Packaging solutions
Source Packaging Built Around the Product.
Nine Sharks helps businesses investigate packaging supply options based on dimensions, material, protection, print, quantity, storage and commercial requirements.
Dimensions, quantity, material, branding and intended use can all help define the sourcing brief.
Define the requirement
Start With the Product, Not the Box.
The right packaging depends on what is being packed, how it is handled, how it is transported and what the buyer needs commercially. A standard box may be sufficient for one requirement while another may need defined dimensions, protection, print or material performance.
Weight
Product or packed weight can affect suitable packaging construction and handling requirements.
Protection
State whether the requirement needs cushioning, separators, edge protection, moisture resistance or other defined protection.
Material
Specify corrugated board, paper-based packaging, plastic, foam, timber or other required material only where known.
Quantity
Provide expected order quantity and repeat demand where known.
Print / Branding
State colour, print, branding, labelling or artwork requirements where relevant.
Storage
Where warehouse space or stockholding affects the requirement, include that context in the sourcing brief.
Transport
Include handling, palletisation or transport constraints that may affect the packaging requirement.
Sourcing scope
Packaging Requirements We Can Assess
Nine Sharks does not operate as a fixed packaging catalogue. Packaging requirements are assessed against the intended product, operational need and commercial specification.
Corrugated & Transit Packaging
Source corrugated and transit packaging based on dimensions, board requirement, product weight, handling and expected quantities.
- Shipping cartons
- Transit boxes
- Die-cut formats
- Dividers / partitions
Custom Packaging
Custom packaging requirements can be investigated where dimensions, shape, material or presentation differ from standard formats.
- Bespoke sizes
- Inserts
- Shaped packaging
- Presentation formats
Protective Packaging
Protective packaging requirements can be assessed where the product needs cushioning, spacing, edge protection or separation during handling and transport.
- Foam
- Paper-based protection
- Dividers
- Edge protection
Printed & Branded Packaging
Printed packaging requirements can include logos, colours, artwork, labelling and presentation requirements subject to supplier capability and commercial quantity.
Industrial Packaging
Industrial packaging requirements can be assessed where durability, handling, load, repeat supply or transport conditions are central to the sourcing brief.
Packaging efficiency
Packaging Dimensions Affect More Than Appearance.
Packaging size and construction can influence material use, void space, storage, palletisation, transport efficiency and product protection. The commercial requirement therefore needs to consider the complete packing and distribution context.
Material Use
Oversized packaging may use more material than the product requirement needs.
Void Space
Excess internal space can increase the need for additional protective or filling materials.
Storage
Packaging dimensions and pack format can affect warehouse space and stockholding.
Transport
Outer dimensions can affect pallet configuration, vehicle utilisation and distribution efficiency.
Product Protection
Packaging should provide suitable protection for the intended handling and distribution environment.
One commercial partner
From Packaging Brief to Commercial Supply
Nine Sharks can investigate packaging supply options against the defined requirement and provide a Nine Sharks quotation based on the proposed sourcing solution.
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Define
You provide dimensions, material, quantity, protection, print and delivery requirements.
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Source
Nine Sharks investigates potentially suitable packaging suppliers and supply options.
- 03
Quote
You receive a commercial quotation from Nine Sharks based on the proposed sourcing solution.
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Supply
Following agreement, Nine Sharks procures the agreed packaging from the selected source and supplies it to your business under the agreed commercial terms.
Beyond price per unit
Packaging Economics Depend on the Whole Requirement.
A lower unit price does not automatically mean a lower packaging cost overall. Dimensions, pack quantity, tooling, print, material, storage and transport can all influence the commercial outcome.
Dimensions
Size can affect material use, storage and transport efficiency.
Quantity
Volume can influence unit pricing and viable production methods.
Tooling
Certain custom packaging formats may require cutting tools, dies, plates or other setup costs.
Colours, artwork and print method may affect setup, quantity and price.
Material
Material choice and construction can influence cost and performance.
Repeat Demand
Recurring requirements may need to be evaluated differently from one-off packaging purchases.
Prepare your RFQ
Define the Packaging Around the Product and Use Case.
Product Information
- Product dimensions
- Product weight
- Quantity packed per unit/carton
- Fragility or protection requirement
- Existing packaging reference if relevant
Packaging Specification
- Internal or external dimensions
- Material / board requirement
- Style / format
- Colour
- Print / artwork
- Inserts / dividers
- Closure requirement
- Other performance requirements
Commercial Requirement
- Required quantity
- Expected repeat demand
- Target/current pricing if you choose to share it
- Tooling constraints if already known
Supply Requirement
- Delivery country
- Required date
- Pallet / transport requirements
- Existing drawing, dieline, artwork or sample where available
Start with what you have
Already Use Packaging You Want Us to Source? Send the Reference.
A sourcing requirement can begin with an existing box, packaging specification, dieline, photograph, supplier quotation or sample. Provide the information you have and define what needs to stay the same or change.
- Box dimensions
- Dieline
- Board / material grade
- Artwork
- Existing supplier reference
- Photo
- Physical sample
- Current quotation
01Existing Packaging
02Specification
03Sourcing Assessment
04Nine Sharks Quote
Custom requirements
Packaging Can Be Functional, Branded or Both.
Where packaging contributes to presentation as well as protection, include branding and visual requirements in the sourcing brief so they can be assessed alongside material, dimensions and quantity.
Logo, text, handling information or graphics can form part of the requirement.
Colour
Defined colour requirements should be supplied with suitable artwork or references where possible.
Inserts
Internal presentation or protection may require dividers, inserts or other components.
Finishing
Where specific coating, lamination or finishing is required, include it in the specification.
Material choices
Sustainability Goals Should Be Defined as Part of the Packaging Brief.
Businesses may have requirements around material reduction, recyclability, recycled content, plastic reduction or other packaging objectives. These should be stated explicitly so potential supply options can be assessed against the intended target.
Any recycled-content, recyclability or certification requirement should be stated where required and verified for the specific supplier and product where available.
- Recycled content
- Recyclable material
- Mono-material preference
- Reduced plastic
- Material reduction
- Certification requirement
Have a packaging requirement?
Send Us the Dimensions.
Provide the product dimensions, packaging type, material, quantity, print requirements and delivery information. Attach existing artwork, dielines, images or packaging references where available.
You do not need to know the exact packaging construction before submitting an enquiry.Packaging Sourcing FAQs
What packaging can Nine Sharks source?
Nine Sharks can assess requirements across corrugated and transit packaging, custom packaging, protective packaging, printed or branded packaging, and selected industrial packaging requirements. Feasibility depends on the individual specification and commercial requirement.
Can I request custom packaging dimensions?
Yes. Custom dimensions can be included in the sourcing brief together with product size, weight, material, quantity, protection and print requirements.
Can I send an existing packaging sample or specification?
Yes. Existing packaging, dielines, photographs, drawings, artwork, supplier references and quotations can all help define the requirement.
Can packaging include my company branding?
Printed or branded packaging requirements can be included in the enquiry. Supplier capability, artwork, print method, colours and commercial quantity will affect feasibility.
Do I need to know the exact packaging material?
Not necessarily. If you already know the required material or board specification, include it. Otherwise provide the product, dimensions, weight, protection requirement and intended use so the requirement can be assessed.
Can Nine Sharks source protective packaging?
Protective packaging requirements can be assessed where cushioning, separation, edge protection or other defined protection is needed. Suitability depends on the product and requirement.
Can Nine Sharks help reduce packaging size?
The sourcing brief can include dimensional or material-efficiency objectives. Any resulting solution must still be assessed against product protection, handling and commercial requirements.
Can I specify recycled or recyclable packaging?
Yes. Material and sustainability requirements can be included in the RFQ. Any recycled-content, recyclability or certification claim should be verified for the specific sourced packaging rather than assumed.
Does Nine Sharks manufacture packaging?
No. Nine Sharks is a sourcing and trading company. It investigates potentially suitable supply sources and, for agreed transactions, purchases the goods from the selected supplier and supplies them to the buyer under agreed commercial terms.