1. List the food pack and its components
Record the food product, net contents, container or pouch, closure, label, outer carton and any divider. Add dimensions, materials, artwork versions, quantities and the supplier responsible for each component.
2. Match packaging to the product and process
Describe the intended food contact, filling process, storage temperature and transport conditions. Ask the manufacturer and packaging supplier to confirm compatibility for the actual application; an ordinary packaging quotation does not establish food-contact suitability.
3. Quote the same finished quantity
State units per carton and quantities per recipe, pack size and label design. Separate container, printing, setup, sample and packing charges. Identify minimum print runs and any surplus packaging.
4. Approve a complete packed sample
Review the food container, closure, label and carton together. Check dimensions, filling and sealing compatibility, label placement, barcode readability and the agreed handling requirements. Record sample-to-production differences.
5. Keep label information under review
Use the agreed formula, ingredient and allergen information, net contents, storage instructions and batch-code requirements. Assign responsibility for translations, nutrition information and destination label review before approving print files.
6. Assign receipt and packing responsibilities
Identify who receives the components, checks quantities and condition, fills or packs the food and stores unused printed material. Agree change approval so a container or label revision does not leave other components unusable.
7. Plan the shipment
Confirm carton dimensions, weights, loading assumptions and any agreed pallet requirements. For chilled or frozen food, review packaging performance and handling with the relevant providers. Consolidation, storage and freight are included only where agreed.
8. Keep reorder records
Retain the approved specification, artwork, packaging sample and change history. Record ownership of tooling or printing materials, repeat-order charges and how remaining packaging is handled.
Before you move forward
Food labels and packaging are part of the food supply plan. Send the product and pack details together so NexusPoint can coordinate manufacturer and packaging requirements.
Use this checklist to prepare a conversation. The actual work, tests and responsibilities are agreed for each project.
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