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The food packaging market is a challenge for global importers. They need to bring products that comply with a variety of regulations, are consistently producing products across various food types, deliver products on time, and control costs. Their own reputation and profitability are directly impacted by the manufacturer they select. Importers have their priorities and packaging suppliers need to know them to become a preferred supplier. Here are four key factors that importers from around the world consider before ordering.
Certifications and Regulatory Compliance
Importers cannot afford to sell packaging that does not meet the food safety tests or the environmental regulations. Certifications are independent, third party confirmations of a manufacturer's compliance with internationally accepted standards. The most important certifications are:
ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
BSCI is a system for social compliance and ethical production.
BRC for food safety (critical for packaging in direct contact with food)
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
The GRS (Global Recycled Standard) is used for products made from recycled materials.
Xiamen Xiefa Vacuum Forming Packaging Co., Ltd. has passed all of these certifications, issued by SGS. This means less due diligence and quicker market access for an importer. Having these certificates puts importers at ease about the raw material procurement, production stages and final testing following high standards set by the key markets such as the EU, North America, and Asia.
Material Capabilities and Product Range
The importers are looking for suppliers who can work with a wide range of materials and can provide a wide range of products. Having one manufacturer for various packaging lines makes logistics easier and lowers supplier management costs, and provides consistency of quality across product categories.
Xiamen Xiefa has invented the perfect processing technology for PP, PLA, CPLA, PBAT, PBS, cornstarch, PET, OPS, CPET, RPET/PET, bagasse and paper. They offer products such as disposable cutlery sets, containers, lids, trays, and even packaging machinery. A wide selection ensures importers can get conventional, recyclable plastics, biodegradable and compostable products from the same supplier. From clear PET salad containers to heat-resistant CPET frozen food trays to bagasse takeaway boxes, Xiamen Xiefa can provide it all.
Production Speed, Quality Consistency, and OEM/ODM Capability
Global importers are everybody's worst nightmare when it comes to a tight schedule. The manufacturer who makes thousands of quality items and is able to modify design, provides tremendous value . Quality is more important than speed, or there will be returns/chargebacks. Slow and poor quality results in losses due to stockouts.
The scientific system of production and complete quality management system is the foundation of Xiamen Xiefa's production advantage. This company guarantees leading product quality standards and production speed in the plastic packaging industry. All lots are inspected from raw material to the final product. Xiamen Xiefahas been an OEM and ODM expert since 2009, and has been collaborating with importers to create custom shapes, sizes, colors and branding. From a basic catalog item to a completely new design, the company's engineering and production teams provide consistent, repeatable performance.
Supply Chain Stability and After - Sales Service
Importers are concerned with disruptions to supply. One late container can destroy a retailer's promotion or result in a food producer's loss of crucial packaging. Thus, the importer looks at the manufacturer's raw material procurement, manufacturing ability, and logistics history. They also seek an after sales service policy that's clearly defined – there will be issues that arise and how a manufacturer reacts to these issues will make or break a business relationship.
Xiamen Xiefa has a strict management system which controls every process from raw materials to the finished products, and a rigorous after sales service guarantee. This means that not only are their packages high quality but they also have responsive support to track, claim quality and answer technical questions. This reliability is as critical as the package itself for importers who provide for high-end customers such as supermarket chains, food service distributors or airline catering companies.
Summary
Food packaging manufacturers are selected by the global importers on the four pillars, certifications and regulatory compliance, capabilities of the materials and product variety, production speed with consistent quality (OEM/ODM service), and stability of the supply chain and after sales service. Xiamen Xiefa Vacuum Forming Packaging Co., Ltd. was founded in 2009 and fulfills all four criteria. Xiamen Xiefa is equipped with ISO 9001, BSCI, BRC, HACCP, GRS certifications, recyclable and biodegradable materials, fast production speed, good quality management system and after-sales service, and will be your trusted partner. Call them today to discuss your import needs and get factory audit paperwork.
