In today’s ever-shifting global trade environment, tariffs continue to play a significant role in shaping supply chains—especially for brands that rely on imported packaging components. From flexible plastic tubes to glass containers and airless bottles, increased duties can affect your bottom line, slow down production timelines, and create budgeting uncertainty.
At Enki Packaging, we understand these challenges and are committed to helping our clients mitigate the impact of tariffs through smart, strategic sourcing.
Understanding the Tariff Landscape
Tariffs on imported goods, particularly from certain countries in Asia, can significantly raise the cost of essential packaging components. For example, U.S. tariffs on Chinese-manufactured plastic and glass packaging can add up to 170% tariff to your landed costs. These duties impact commonly used components like:
1. Flexible plastic tubes
2. Laminate tubes
3. HDPE bottles
4. PET bottles
5. Glass jars and bottles
6. Airless bottles and pumps and more
When you’re managing production costs for skincare, personal care, or wellness brands, every percentage point counts. That’s where Enki Packaging comes in.
Our Strategic Sourcing Advantage
To help our clients stay competitive, Enki Packaging works with a diverse network of manufacturing partners across the globe—including domestic suppliers and facilities in countries that are less impacted by U.S. tariffs.
Our sourcing capabilities include:
1. Domestic manufacturing options: We work with U.S.-based partners for select packaging components, offering quicker lead times and tariff-free importing.
2. South American suppliers: South American countries are not subject to the same tariffs, providing high-quality alternatives for glass components for spirits and flexible plastic tubes.
3. Vietnam and Korea: These regions offer competitive pricing, strong quality standards, and are not affected by the steep duties imposed on China-origin goods.
4. China (for niche or high-volume orders): While we still maintain partnerships in China for certain items, we assess whether the savings in manufacturing offset the tariffs and offer clear guidance to clients.
Custom Solutions, Minimal Risk
Whether you need off-the-shelf packaging or custom-developed components, Enki Packaging takes a consultative approach. We help you:
1. Analyze total landed costs, factoring in tariffs and shipping
2. Compare sourcing options across different regions
3. Shorten supply chains with domestic options when speed matters
4. Plan proactively to avoid surprise costs and delays
We believe in transparency, flexibility, and helping indie and established brands alike make informed decisions that protect their margins and supply chain integrity.
Let’s Talk Packaging Without the Tariff Stress
If you’re navigating cost pressures due to tariffs—or want to future-proof your packaging supply—let Enki Packaging be your sourcing partner. Reach out to us today to explore domestic and tariff-efficient solutions that align with your brand goals.
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