Pre-production samples are samples of your packaging printed using production facilities. It's equivalent to going into a production run for 1 unit of packaging, which is why it's the most expensive sample type. However, Pre-production Samples are the ideal choice if you need to see the exact outcome of your packaging before starting on bulk order.
Since a Pre-production Sample uses production facilities, all of the following features can be included:
For each Pre-production Sample, you will receive:
*Note: dielines for inserts are only provided as part of our structural design service.
Generally, Pre-production Samples take 9-13 days to complete and 7-10 days to ship.
1. Specify requirements
Choose the packaging type and define the specs (e.g. size, material).
2. Place order
Place your sample order and make payment in full.
3. Create dieline (2-3 days)
We'll create the dieline for you to add your artwork to.
4. Send artwork
Add your artwork to the dieline and send it back to us for approval.
5. Create sample (7-10 days)
The sample will be printed based on the artwork file you've sent over.
6. Ship sample (7-10 days)
We'll send photos and mail the physical sample to your specified address.
Pre-production Samples are available for all packaging types.
*The cost per sample may be subject to change depending on final specifications and complexity.
**Pre-production Samples of custom box inserts are available if you provide us with a dieline of the insert. If you don't have a dieline for your insert, we can provide this as part of our structural design service.
If you place a production order where the specifications and artwork designs are identical to the Pre-production Sample you ordered, you are eligible for a reimbursement of the Pre-production Sample fee. Here are the reimbursement terms for each Pre-production Sample purchased:
For example, if you've purchased 2 identical Pre-production Samples with the same artwork, you will need to meet the reimbursement criteria twice in order to get a full reimbursement for both samples (i.e. packaging order value of USD 10,000 x 2 and 2500 units x 2).
Before placing an order for a Pre-production Sample, please double check the specifications and details of your sample are what you're looking for us to produce. Changes in scope and artwork after the sample has been created will come with additional costs.
Start by customizing your packaging on our platform to get an initial quote. If the quote is within your budget, you can then make a request for a sample.
