Custom Molded Pulp Packaging
Is Custom Molded Pulp Right for Your Product?
Evaluate your packaging project based on product design, volume, and timeline. We’ll help determine if custom molded pulp is the right path—and what comes next.
Step 1
Define your project scale and scope
The right packaging path depends on where your product is today and where it is going next.
Just testing
Order samples to evaluate size, texture, and presentation.
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Order samples →Small project
Use stock molded pulp clamshells for fast, low-commitment packaging. In stock and ready to ship.
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Order stock sizes →Easy custom
Explore low commitment custom options like adding die-cut inserts or screen printing.
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Learn more →Growing brand
Explore semi-custom options like custom windows or debossed logos on one of our standard sizes.
Custom design
Custom size and shape starting at 30K+ units —bespoke molded pulp packaging built for production efficiency and scale.
Step 2
When do you need the first delivery?
Timeline is one of the first questions we will ask. Custom molded pulp requires design, sampling, tooling, and production planning.
ASAP
Stock clamshells are the fastest option and available in low minimums.
2–3 weeks
Stock clamshells with custom die-cut inserts or screen printing.
3–4 months
Modify one of our stock sizes with a custom window or debossed logo.
5–6+ months
Fully custom molded pulp allows time for design, tooling, testing, and production.
Step 3
Define your design and performance requirements
To evaluate a custom project, we need a clear understanding of how the packaging will be used. The more detail you provide, the better we can guide the right solution.
What product will the packaging hold?
What are the target dimensions?
Will it be used for retail display?
Does it need to protect during shipping?
Are there drop-test or durability expectations?
Are there moisture or food-contact requirements?
Are you replacing plastic, foam, or multi-material packaging?
Do you have sustainability or EPR goals?
Do you have reference packaging or drawings?
What to Expect
Custom molded pulp is a development process
Discovery
Learn about your product, packaging objectives, timeline, volume expectations, and performance requirements to evaluate compatibility with molded pulp packaging.
Design & Prototyping
FDevelop CAD designs for tooling and production quoting. Create 3D-printed prototype samples to test fit, structure, and presentation.
Tooling & Development
Produce forming, pressing, and trimming tools based on the approved design, refining details for manufacturability and production readiness.
Production & Fulfillment
Move into production with established minimum order quantities and coordinated warehousing, logistics, and delivery support.
Why SPI
A more thoughtful path to sustainable packaging
SPI specializes in molded pulp packaging for brands that value quality, authenticity, and sustainability. Our packaging has a naturally tactile aesthetic that helps products feel grounded, intentional, and environmentally aligned.
Scalable options — start with stock, grow into semi-custom, move into fully custom when ready.
Natural design language — rounded forms, earthy texture, and a material-first aesthetic.
Circular material story — recycled fiber, recyclable design, and plastic-free presentation.
Practical guidance — clear expectations around volume, timeline, tooling, and production.
Start the Conversation
Ready to explore custom molded pulp packaging?
Tell us about your product, timeline, order volume, and packaging goals. We’ll help determine whether stock, semi-custom, or fully custom molded pulp is the right next step.
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