How to Prepare Artwork & Dielines for Custom Packaging Production
Quick facts: Flexible Packaging
- Indicative unit price: about US$0.05–0.10 per piece. This is a guide, not a quotation: the final price depends on size, material, print colours, finish and order quantity.
- MOQ: typically from 500 pcs per size and artwork; the confirmed minimum depends on material, print method and features and is stated on the quotation.
- Lead time: Physical samples 5–7 working days after artwork is confirmed; bulk production 20–30 days after sample approval.
- Who makes it: BestPackFactory’s own factory in Longhua District, Shenzhen, China. Free dieline and artwork proof within 24 hours. See real samples and videos.
- Specifications and quote: Flexible Packaging · Request a quote
Quick Answer for Sourcing
To ensure production quality in China, buyers must provide AI or high-res PDF artwork files with 3mm bleeds, vector-based logos, and correctly sized dielines. BestPackFactory offers free dieline templates and professional prepress checks for all custom projects.
Key Buyer Checklist
- Verify MOQ and material specifications.
- Confirm dieline and artwork requirements.
- Request lead time for production and shipping.
- Validate barrier properties (for flexible packaging).
Technical Specifications
| Production Capacity | Factory Direct Customization |
| Standard MOQ | 500 PCS |
| Sampling Time | 7-10 Days |
| Mass Production | 20-30 Days |
| Shipping Method | Sea / Air / Express |
Related Solutions
Print and color verification method
Method for How to Prepare Artwork & Dielines for Custom Packaging Production: Record the approved physical reference, substrate, ink and print process, finish, viewing condition, instrument geometry, illuminant and observer, color-difference formula, measurement locations and acceptance limit.
- ISO 3664:2025 specifies viewing conditions for critical comparison of prints and reference objects.
- International Color Consortium Profile Registry links registered profiles to standard printing conditions and public characterization data sets.
Evidence limit: A color value without the formula, instrument conditions, substrate and reference is incomplete. Final approval should use the agreed proof or physical sample and a project-specific measurement record.
Procurement FAQ — Preparing Artwork & Dielines for China Packaging Production
Our standard minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom projects is 500 PCS. We support small brands with factory-direct pricing.
Yes! Once you provide dimensions, our engineering team sends a free dieline template within 24 hours.
Bulk production is usually completed within 20-30 days after final sample approval.
Yes, we ship worldwide from China via sea, air, and express courier (DHL/FedEx).
Yes. We offer digital proofing for free and physical pre-production samples for a small fee.