Report overview
China's gift packaging supplies makers are investing in larger factories and sophisticated equipment, in order to meet growing domestic and foreign demand. The resulting increase in production capacity — as well as manufacturing capability — is substantial as some companies will almost double their current output.

Many suppliers are also becoming more eco-conscious as their buyers push for a greater range of “green” products. New products come in environment-friendly materials such as recycled paper as well as nontoxic ink and adhesives.

This exclusive report will enhance your sourcing efficiency by giving you a wealth of information on:
• The types of products available from China and their price points
• Suppliers' materials sourcing strategies and logo printing capability
• Key industry issues and how they can affect your sourcing decisions
• The main manufacturing centers of gift packaging supplies in China
• Future pricing, capacity, capability and export market trends


What you'll get
- In-depth profiles of 19 major suppliers with a comprehensive look at their product and pricing strategy, manufacturing and export capability, and more. This information is not available anywhere else
- Profile tables of 14 additional suppliers, with key information such as production capacities, export capabilities, key export markets and main machinery installed
- An overview of the gift packaging industry in China including key challenges faced by suppliers, industry composition and main production hubs
- Thorough coverage of the three major gift packaging supplies exported from China: gift boxes and bags, gift tins, and ribbons
- A full-color Product Gallery featuring 88 export models, their prices and specifications
- Verified supplier contact details, including names, e-mail addresses, telephone numbers and websites


Executive Summary
China's gift packaging industry has flourished hand-in-hand with its consumer packaging segment, which ranks among the world's top three in terms of sales revenue. As mainland suppliers continue to target the US and EU, packaging exports are projected to experience double-digit year-on-year growth.

Shipments of gift ribbons, for instance, reached nearly 40 kilo tons worth US$166.7 in 2006. This is an increase of 18 percent in volume and 35 percent in value terms over the previous year.

In order to meet growing domestic and foreign demand, China gift packaging makers are investing in larger factories and sophisticated equipment. The resulting increase in production capacity — as well as manufacturing capability — is substantial as some companies will almost double their current output.

The rising cost of raw materials, however, is a cause for concern. For example, prices for various types of paper and plastic have jumped by as much as 20 percent, while that of nylon used primarily for gift packaging accessories has tripled since 2006.

Higher employee wages and revaluation of the yuan further drive up production costs, and suppliers are hard-pressed for solutions. Some plan to source raw materials in bulk, and others have modified product designs to reduce shipping costs. Adjusting finished product prices is a last resort, since competition among the thousands of suppliers is fierce.

The following are some of the key trends we see in China's gift packaging industry:
• Printing techniques will improve as suppliers become more willing to purchase advanced equipment. Investment in imported machines, color-matching systems and additional surface treatments such as foil-stamping and embossing means that new releases will feature more than the traditional offset-printed patterns.
• Some manufacturers are going “green” and switching to eco-friendly materials and production methods. Specifically, environment-conscious buyers will be able to find more products bearing EN 71 certification and FDA approval.
• Prices will increase during the next 12 months but usually no more than 10 percent. In fact, many companies plan to absorb rising costs rather than to pass them on to buyers.

This report covers three categories of gift packaging: boxes and bags, tins and ribbons. The range of materials used for these products is extensive and includes different types of paper, plastic, fabric, metal, wood and leather.

The Products & Prices section describes the gift packaging supplies that are available in China from square-shaped paperboard boxes mounted with satin to curly bows made of printed nylon organza ribbon. This section also discusses the factors that influence price, differentiating among low-end, midrange and high-end models in each product category.

The Industry Overview introduces key issues and China's supplier mix. The majority of companies in the line are privately owned, although a few are backed by Hong Kong or Taiwan investment.