01Manufacturing and service capabilities

Turn your packaging brief into a quote-ready specification

Use this guide to prepare material, GSM, structure, sampling, quantity, destination, and document requirements before requesting a quote.

OEM / ODMMOQ by specificationFoshan, Guangdong, China

02Quote preparation

Four inputs that make a quote move faster

Quote requirements

Share the product use, dimensions, material or GSM target, quantity, and destination market.

Material and GSM

Paper grade, coating, board construction, and converting requirements are reviewed together.

Sampling and OEM / ODM

Drawings, dimensions, folds, printing, and finishing can be confirmed through project samples.

Export packing and documents

Packing method, shipment preparation, and available project documents are confirmed before dispatch.

03Procurement checkpoints

The checklist every project runs through

MOQ by specification

MOQ depends on the material, structure, converting method, and production setup.

Sample review

Structural fit and key specifications are reviewed before batch production.

Quality checkpoints

Material, dimensions, finish, and packing requirements are checked at relevant stages.

Destination requirements

Tell us the destination market and any product-use or documentation requirements for review.

04Project process

Five stages from brief to shipment

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Requirements

02

Specification

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Production

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Inspection

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Shipment

Compare the same scope

How to compare two packaging quotes

Align both quotes with one brief, drawing and component list before comparing prices. Record scope differences item by item. This is a comparison method, not a statement of Kehong's charging policy.

Packaging quotation scope comparison
ScopeRecord in each quoteComparison question
MaterialPaper reference, layers, flute, visible faces and confirmed finish.Which specification and physical reference are shared by both quotes?
Structure & dimensionsDrawing version; internal vs external dimensions; openings and assembly.Are the fit and delivery form the same?
ComponentsOuter box, insert, divider, board, pad, sleeve or auxiliary part listed separately.Does the price cover the whole pack or only one component?
Quantity per designQuantity and unit for every size, artwork and component; define contents of a set.Are quantities and the unit-price basis comparable?
Samples & toolingWhether samples, dies, plates or other setup items are included or separately quoted.What is included, and what must be confirmed separately?
Delivery stateRaw stock, die-cut flat, pre-glued component, or assembled packaging; assembly responsibility.Will the receiving team need extra converting or labour?
PackingPieces per bundle/carton, mixed-item policy, labels, protection and pallet requirement.Are carton counts and packing assumptions aligned?
Transport & commercial basisNamed destination, delivery term and version, currency, taxes and included/excluded transport legs.Compare the same delivery point; flag unknown costs before choosing.

Compare delivery volume and remaining assembly work for flat and erected empty boxes.

Define a set so quantities remain clear

Example: one box-and-insert set contains one outer box and one insert. This illustrates a counting method, not a default order quantity. Record separate procurement quantities when components need different spare allowances or deliveries. Use the existing buying project to keep multiple items, then copy or print one brief for a consistent comparison.

Review your buying project

Version review before a reorder

Reorder change checklist

Share the previous order or project reference and the approved drawing, material, artwork and sample versions. State what remains unchanged and list each change. An old sample does not automatically cover new contents or a new use.

Quantity or design mix changes

Reconfirm each component quantity, set definition, unit-price basis, packing and schedule for the revised order.

Product dimensions, mass or cap changes

Recheck contact points, cavities, removal clearance, outer-box fit and the affected structural sample.

Material, layer or finish changes

Reconfirm thickness, fold/crease behaviour, visible edges, print appearance and documents for the intended use.

Artwork or branding changes

Match artwork to the current dieline; review print faces, colour reference, finish positions and proof version.

Use, route or destination changes

Review loaded configuration, moisture/storage conditions, distribution checks, packing and required documentation.

05Distributors · Wholesalers · Importers

Bring multiple packaging SKUs into one project brief

When buying for resale, brand customers or replenishment, start with an itemized brief so each specification can be reviewed and quoted.

  1. List specifications by SKU

    For each item, note the use, packed-product dimensions, structure, material preference and estimated quantity. Reference photos or an existing sample can help.

  2. Separate brands & artwork versions

    Identify shared structures and differences in logos, languages, colours or artwork. List the quantity for each version separately.

  3. Review boxes & inserts together

    Describe product fit, units per carton, assembly and storage or handling conditions. Review the box, insert and dividers as a complete loaded pack.

  4. Define the order & delivery needs

    Include initial quantities, expected repeat needs, destination and requested arrival date. Ask about split deliveries or combined specifications; arrangements need individual confirmation.

You can start with an incomplete brief

Use these four headings to organize your message in the quote form. Mark unknown dimensions, materials or quantities as “Not sure / Need recommendation”; review the structure and sample plan before finalizing quote details.

Confirm commercial terms for your project

MOQ per specification and artwork, unit price, sample and tooling costs, production timing, freight and trade terms require review and quotation. Include the destination market and required documents so their scope and availability can be checked.