Custom Packaging
How to Prepare a Cosmetic Packaging RFQ
A clear request for quotation (RFQ) helps a packaging supplier understand what you are asking it to quote. It should distinguish confirmed requirements from open questions, and it should specify which components are included. Do not use a product photograph as a substitute for a specification or assume that a pictured item is available in the exact configuration shown.
Describe the product and destination market
State the product category and intended use, and identify the country or region where the cosmetic will be sold. Market information matters because product labelling and packaging obligations differ. If your product is intended for the EU, review the applicable cosmetic-product rules and packaging requirements with your responsible regulatory team; the current Cosmetic Products Regulation and Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation are available through EUR-Lex.
Describe the packaging format and components
Specify the intended container type and the components you want priced: container, closure, dispensing component, decoration, label or secondary packaging. If you have a reference image, attach it as a visual guide and state which details are essential versus flexible. Ask the supplier to confirm the exact options and specifications it can offer.
Share artwork and technical information
Include a current design file or label brief if available. Identify any known dimensions, interface requirements or packaging standards from your product team. If a technical value is not confirmed, mark it “to be confirmed” and ask what information the supplier needs. Avoid inventing dimensions, material performance or regulatory claims to make the RFQ appear complete.
Make the commercial request comparable
State the required quantity or quantity scenarios, delivery destination, requested sample process and target timing if known. Ask the supplier to itemize what is included, any tooling or decoration assumptions, packaging for shipment and quotation validity. Confirm MOQ, lead time, price and shipping terms directly with the supplier; none should be inferred from a catalogue image.
Ask for a sample and document open points
Before approving a production order, establish how the brand will review the sample and who will sign off on artwork, components and product-specific checks. Keep a list of open issues and record the revision of each quotation and sample.
DREMTIA’s shared website preview shows amber glass, custom glass and plastic serum bottle categories. You can use the relevant product page or supplied image as a starting visual reference, then request current details for the exact configuration you need.
RFQ checklist: product and market; packaging format; required components; reference artwork/image; confirmed technical details; quantity scenario; destination; sample request; open questions; requested quotation breakdown.
Takeaway: Send DREMTIA a structured RFQ and ask it to confirm the available options against your brief.
Discuss this with our team
If you are weighing this decision on a live project, send the specification and we will come back with options, costs and a schedule.