If you’re ready to level up your branding, custom packaging is one of the best ways to make your business look professional, memorable, and trustworthy. But if you’ve ever looked into it, you already know, the prices can be insane.

So today, I’m sharing exactly where I get my custom packaging for both Page’s Peaches and The ArtVend, plus what I’ve learned after years of testing suppliers, wasting money on middlemen, and finding the real deals on Alibaba.

First: Should You Buy U.S. or Overseas?

If you’re dead set on U.S.-made packaging, your best bet is Eco Enclose.

They’re an incredible company with high environmental standards — everything from compostable mailers to recycled boxes.

⚠️ But here’s the catch:

• High MOQs (minimum order quantities)
• High prices

If sustainability and domestic production matter most, Eco Enclose is the best. But if you’re looking for affordability and flexibility, read on 👇

Why I Don’t Recommend Noissue 🚫

When I first started, I used Noissue. It’s easy to use, the design tools are nice, and the process feels beginner-friendly.

But here’s the truth most people don’t know:

Noissue is a middleman for Chinese manufacturers — meaning they’re adding a steep markup to something you could order directly for a fraction of the cost.

Once I realized that, I switched to going straight to the source: Alibaba manufacturers.

My Trusted Alibaba Packaging Manufacturers 💬

(Tell them Hadley Page sent you!)

Bazhou Bonder New Material Technology Co., Ltd.

➡️ Product: Water-Activated Kraft Tape

• Size: 72mm x 50m or longer (I typically do 75m rolls)
• Fits automatic or semi-automatic tape dispensers
• Cost: Around $9.33 per roll for 20 rolls of 72mm x 75m

💡 Tip: You can get longer rolls up to 300m to save on refills. 

Shenzhen Zhongtai Printing Co., Ltd.

➡️ Product: Custom cardboard shipping boxes

• FSC-certified materials
• Eco-friendly bubble mailers and polymailers available
• Excellent for businesses looking for sustainable but affordable options.

Foshan Chuanruida Clothing Accessories Co., Ltd.

➡️ Product: Custom shopping bags

Perfect for retail, craft shows, or packaging upgrades. 

Shenzhen Oudu Packaging Materials Technology Co., Ltd.

➡️ Product: Certified compostable polymailers

They also offer:

• Shopping bags
• Tags
• Shipping boxes
• Bubble mailers

💡 Tip: This supplier is great if you want everything from one place.

Shenzhen Baishun Packing Products Co., Ltd.

➡️ Product: Little fabric drawstring bags

Perfect for jewelry, accessories, or small product packaging. Adds a luxury touch without the high cost.

Wenzhou Yafeng Packaging Co., Ltd.

➡️ Product: Custom envelopes

Use them for product inserts, thank-you cards, or wholesale packaging.

 

How to Order on Alibaba Like a Pro 🧠

 

1. Filter for “Verified Suppliers.”
   This ensures you’re working directly with a manufacturer, not a trading company.
2. Always get samples first.
   Don’t skip this step. It protects you from expensive mistakes.
3. Ask about FSC, compostable, or eco certifications if sustainability matters to your brand.
4. Negotiate deposits.
   Most suppliers are happy to do 30% upfront and 70% before shipment.
5. Build relationships.
   These aren’t one-time transactions — treat your suppliers like partners.

 

Build Packaging That Feels Like You 🎨

Custom packaging isn’t just about looks, it’s about creating an experience your customers remember. The moment they open your box, they should feel your brand.

Start small, test what works, and upgrade as you grow.

You don’t need to spend thousands to get beautiful packaging,  you just need the right sources.

 

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