As one of the most popular drinks in the world, coffee has a growing market demand. Coffee bags are not only an important container for storing coffee, but also an important tool for brand display. Understanding the cost composition of coffee bags will help consumers and manufacturers better understand the logic behind the price.
1. Material Cost of Coffee Bags
The most important part of the cost of coffee bags is packaging materials.
The packaging industry has three main types of materials: regular, recyclable, and compostable.
Generally speaking, the cost of recyclable and compostable materials is more expensive than conventional packaging materials. If you pick recyclable or compostable materials with lower barrier properties, the cost difference isn’t very large. For example: compostable combination Kraft Paper + PLA. This type of material combination is generally cheaper.
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2. Production and Processing Costs
Different printing methods and manufacturers in different countries will affect the cost.
The main printing methods now are gravure printing and digital printing. If you have many SKUs, it’s best to use digital printing since it doesn’t need a plate fee. You can find more answers about different printing methods in our previous blog “Suitable Printing Processes for Coffee Bags“.
We talked to the boss of Packagingbest, a Chinese company specializing in personalized packaging printing for four decades. The company is based in China.
The leader has been running the company for a while. He mentioned that currently, Chinese packaging manufacturers charge less than American ones. Many European and American customers will choose Chinese manufacturers after price comparison.
3. Transportation Cost
If you order coffee packaging bags from a local manufacturer, the transportation cost is basically well controlled. If you purchase coffee packaging bags from a different country, the price may increase because of different shipping methods.
Be aware of potential cost increases when buying coffee packaging bags from another country. Shipping methods can impact the cost of coffee packaging bags bought from a different country.
There are differences in the costs of sea transportation, express delivery, air transportation and land transportation. Before ordering bags, you must communicate with your partners about the transportation method, transportation time and transportation cost.
4. Design Cost of Coffee Bags
Design cost is easily overlooked by many people. Many coffee brand owners will choose to cooperate with some designers to design the style of coffee bags.
Before choosing a designer, consider their strengths and pricing to avoid overspending on a design that doesn’t match your brand. Make sure to evaluate the designer’s skills and rates before making a decision. This will help you avoid spending too much on a design that doesn’t fit your brand.
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