UK packaging guide / Food
Packaging for Food Businesses
Food packaging needs to balance presentation, protection and the requirements of the product. The right starting point depends on whether the box is for retail display, takeaway, gift sets or shipping.
Start with the food and the route to customer
Share the packed product dimensions, weight, shelf or delivery environment and any insert or divider requirements. A folding carton may suit a shelf-ready product; a corrugated mailer may be more appropriate for a direct-to-customer gift box.
- Tell us whether the pack needs a window, tray, divider or grease-resistant treatment.
- Separate the inner product requirements from the outer shipping requirements.
- Confirm storage and delivery conditions early.
Print clearly and leave room for required information
Packaging artwork should leave a clear space for the information your product needs. We can help prepare the dieline and proof, but the customer remains responsible for checking the final copy and regulatory details before approval.
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