Packaging is often treated as the last step in preparing a product for export. In practice it is one of the earliest decisions that constrains everything downstream — what a regulator will accept, what a pharmacist will stock, and what survives the journey intact.
Language and labelling requirements
Most markets specify the language or languages that must appear on packaging and inserts, and many are prescriptive about what information must be present and how prominently. These requirements vary considerably between regions, so they should be confirmed with the destination authority early rather than assumed from a neighbouring market.
Climate and transit conditions
A pack that performs well in temperate storage may behave differently in sustained heat or humidity. Shipping route, transit duration and warehousing at the destination all factor into the choice of primary and secondary packaging. Where a product has stated storage conditions, the supply chain needs to be able to hold them.
Pack size and channel fit
Pack configuration is a commercial decision. Institutional and hospital buyers frequently prefer larger packs, while retail pharmacy tends toward smaller consumer-facing units. The same product may need different configurations for different channels within one market.
Presentation on the shelf
- Clear, legible product identification
- Consistent brand presentation across the range
- Durable print and materials that survive handling
- Secondary packaging that protects during transit and stacking
Raising packaging early
Because packaging touches regulatory, logistical and commercial considerations at once, it is worth raising in the first substantive conversation with a supplier rather than after products are selected. Requirements that surface late are considerably more expensive to accommodate.
If you have specific packaging or labelling requirements for your market, include them in your enquiry and our team will review what can be supported.