Packaging Checklist

These ten factors will help you select the optimal package for your product.

1. Choose the material
   Is your product best suited for plastic, glass, or metal?
2. Select the shape
   Will your customers prefer a round, square, oval or oblong package?
3. Determine the optimal size
   How many ounces or milliliters do your customers want to purchase at a time?
4. Pick the color
   Do you want your product to be visible through the package?
5. Decide on the best method for dispensing your product
   Do you want to pour, spray, or pump?
6. Select the appropriate closure
   Does your product need to be child resistant or have a tamper-evident feature?
7. Choose the closure liner
   Does your product need a paper or foam liner? An adhesive or heat seal?
8. Determine the packaging method
   Do you want your bottles bulk-packed or packed in re-shipper cartons?
9. Specify any safe-shipping features
   Does your product require a “UN” rated container?
10. Consider decorating options
    Do you want labels or printing directly on the packaging? How many colors will your artwork have?