Labelling and packaging your goods for export
Introduction
One of the main tasks facing any exporter is to make sure that goods reach their buyers and their final consumers in perfect condition. The key is to get your export packaging and labelling right. There is a huge range of packaging options you can use - from cartons and drums to wooden pallets and metal containers. As well as making sure your goods are securely packaged, you also have to check that they're appropriately marked or labelled to ensure they're handled properly while in transit.
This guide outlines the differences between export packaging and sales or retail packaging. It provides an overview of the factors you should consider when deciding how to package your goods and tells you where to start your search for packaging suppliers.
Find out more about moving your goods in our sections on preparing goods for transport and transporting your goods.
Subjects covered in this guide
- Introduction
- What is export packaging?
- Your export packaging options
- Factors to consider when choosing export packaging
- Get the details of your export packaging right
- What to mark on your package for export
- Where to buy packaging and labels
