Packaging Supplies Business

2 Packaging Supplies Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 9th, 2024

Think all boxes look the same? Think again. A packaging supplies business could be your path to a profitable, creative enterprise.

In essence, this business involves providing packaging materials such as boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, and cushioning agents to other businesses and individuals. The demand is continuous as ecommerce, shipping, and relocation services require constant supplies.

This venture does more than merely offer products—it solves real challenges for companies needing reliable, cost-effective packaging solutions. By establishing strong supplier relationships and focusing on customer service, you can carve out a niche in a market that values consistency and innovation.

Starting a packaging supplies business involves researching suppliers, determining logistics, and building an online or physical presence. It requires effort and diligence, but the rewards can be substantial as your customer base grows. This idea is perfect for those seeking to combine practicality with entrepreneurial ambition.

In this list, you'll find real-world packaging supplies business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a packaging supplies business that makes money.

1. KO-Pack ($3M/year)

Payton LaCivita, co-owner of KO-Pack, had a lifelong passion for entrepreneurship. After successfully launching his own brand and consulting for others, he saw an opportunity to disrupt the contract manufacturing and copacking industry. With a vision to provide fast and reliable services to e-commerce brands, Payton and his co-owners raised capital, built a state-of-the-art facility, and started attracting clients with their innovative product offerings and exceptional customer service. Since their launch in May 2020, KO-Pack has experienced impressive growth, adding new client partners weekly and averaging $150k in monthly revenue.

How much money it makes: $3M/year
How much did it cost to start: $1M
How many people on the team: 20

How We Started A $150K/Month Contract Manufacturing And Copacking Business

KO-Pack is a contract manufacturing and copacking company for men’s grooming, haircare, skincare, aroma therapy, and natural household products, growing at 40-60% YoY growth and averaging $150k per month.

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2. Bagitan Packaging ($192K/year)

Yuki Lee, co-founder of Bagitan Packaging Company, came up with the idea to expand into the paper packaging business after receiving requests for paper bags and other packaging products from their existing thermal paper roll customers. Recognizing the vast market for packaging items and the potential for environmentally-friendly disposable paper packaging products, Yuki and her partner decided to venture into the packaging industry and have since become leaders in China's packaging market, with an annual net revenue of $200,000 and over 50 employees.

How much money it makes: $192K/year
How much did it cost to start: $200K
How many people on the team: 5

How We Started A Paper Packaging Products Business That Makes $192K/Year

Bagitan Packaging in China started out as a thermography paper roll business and has since expanded to become leaders in the packaging industry with annual net revenue of $200,000 and over 50 employees, thanks to digital marketing and a focus on SEO.

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