How It Works

How We Work

A fast, transparent process for fine-food and Amazon brands. Low MOQs, clear specs, and food safety baked in.

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  • Step 1 - Tell us the Spec (Quote in 1-2 Working Days)

    Share the essentials so we can confirm format, compliance, and timeline.

    What we ask for (the form):

    • Product
    • Format & size (e.g., pillow bag weights, tin/tube size, minis)
    • Target MOQ
    • Artwork (PDF/AI), dielines, barcodes (FNSKU/GTIN)
    • Shelf-life & use-by/best-before format
    • Route to market (Amazon FC / 3PL / wholesale)
    • Components supplied vs. sourced (product, film, labels, tins, outers)
    • Any claims and technical considerations
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  • Step 2 — Spec Review & Quotation

    We check your spec for fit, safety and compliance—then price it.

    What we verify:

    • Film & seal compatibility (pillow bags)
    • Labelling requirements
    • Barcode placement/quiet zones; FNSKU vs GTIN
    • Expiry/date format; batch coding plan
    • Carton/pallet requirements (Amazon & wholesale)

    What you receive:

    • Written quotation + earliest line slot
    • Any artwork/dieline or packaging tweaks needed
    • Lead time

    Typical turnaround: quote in 1-2 working days.

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  • Step 3 - Book Your Slot

    Approve the quote (PO issued). We schedule production and confirm goods-in window.

    You’ll get:

    • Production date
    • Goods-in instructions
    • Intake QC (traceability requirements)

    Payment & paperwork: noted on the quote (standard terms).

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  • Step 4 - Send Bulk & Components

    We are an ambient facility (no chilled/frozen). Deliver bulk product, packaging, and labels to our UK site.

    Goods-in requirements:

    • Delivery window & booking reference visible
    • Pallet height & wrap secure; cartons labelled with SKU/lot
    • CoAs or supplier lot/batch numbers where relevant
    • Barcodes supplied (if we’re not generating)
    • Tins/tubes/films/labels packed to avoid damage

    Inbound quick specs:

    • Max pallet height: confirm per booking
    • Outer case suggestion: double-wall where possible
    • Label core: 76mm; wound out; max OD per booking
    • Artwork: PDF/AI, fonts outlined, 3 mm bleed, barcode quiet zone ≥ 2.5 mm each side
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  • Step 5 — Production Run & QC

    Operations include:

    • Pillow bag VFFS with multihead weighing (various sizes)
    • Tin/tube/jar/bucket filling and minis (where applicable)
    • Ingredient and barcode labelling
    • Expiry & batch coding on unit/case/pallet
    • Over-labelling (if needed) and carton build

    Quality & compliance:

    • Metal detection option
    • Labelling checks
    • Seal integrity & weight checks
    • Traceability captured unit → carton → pallet
    See Formats & Capabilities 

  • Step 6 — Dispatch: Amazon, 3PL or Wholesale

    We build cartons/pallets to your route-to-market, provide paperwork, and arrange dispatch.

    Amazon/wholesale dispatch:

    • Carton labels + pallet SSCC labels
    • Pallet wrap and stacking to spec
    • ASN/routing support where required
    • Proofs & photos on request

    What you receive:

    • Batch/ best before information (if requested)
    • Delivery confirmation & invoice
    • Bulk and commodity stock reports (if we are storing)
    See Amazon FBA Prep 

Typical Lead Times

Launch Pack (1k–5k): 5–10 working days from PO + delivered bulk (rush service available)


Amazon FBA prep jobs: 7–12 working days (Express options available)


Repeat runs / Scale Pack: by booked slot; seasonal runs fill early

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What's Included vs Optional

Included:
Batch & expiry coding • Traceability data • QC checks • Amazon carton/pallet labels (when selected) • PPDS label printing (if supplied ingredients set)

Optional:
Ingredients/Label/film sourcing • Tin/tube/jar/bucket/pouch sourcing • Over-labelling/rework • Collation & kitting • Photo proof packs • Storage and delivery (by arrangement)

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Quality You Can Count On

  • SALSA-certified facility with annual audits
  • Labelling compliance
  • Traceability data
  • QC checks
  • Amazon expiry & barcode compliance
  • Guidance on UK food regulations
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Inbound & Artwork Cheat-Sheet

Artwork: PDF/AI, CMYK, 300 dpi, fonts outlined, 3 mm bleed, barcode quiet zone ≥ 2.5 mm, min bar height 13 mm, black on light field preferred.

Barcodes: FNSKU or GS1 GTIN—confirm per SKU.

Date codes: DD/MM/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD (confirm), font ≥ 2.5 mm height, high contrast.

PPDS: Full ingredients list; allergens in bold.

Cartons: Label outside with SKU, qty, lot/best-before.

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FAQ

Do you handle small runs?

Yes—Launch Pack starts at 1,000 units per SKU.

Do you only pack ambient products?

Yes—ambient only (no chilled or frozen).

Can you supply packaging?

We can source films, tins, and labels or run components you supply.

What if my barcodes change last minute?

Use Rapid Repack—we over-label and re-box fast to protect launch dates.

Can you ship direct to Amazon?

Yes—carton labels, pallet SSCC, and routing support.

What are your payment terms?

Confirmed on the quote/PO (standard terms apply).

Ready to book your slot?

Tell us your product and format - get instant guidance and the earliest line date.

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