How Much Does Supplement Packaging Cost? Pricing for Health Brands (2026)
Supplement Packaging Costs: Carton, Label, and Pouch Pricing
We package supplements for brands selling on Amazon, in GNC, on Shopify, and everywhere in between. Here's what each component costs at real production quantities.
Included in all pricing: Full CMYK custom printing, FDA-compliant materials, Supplement Facts panel layout review to 21 CFR 101.36, and shipping to continental US.
Supplement Packaging Price Table
| Format | 500 units | 1,000 units | 5,000 units | 10,000+ units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottle carton (60ct capsule) | $1.30 | $0.85 | $0.48 | $0.32 |
| Bottle carton (120ct capsule) | $1.60 | $1.05 | $0.60 | $0.42 |
| Stand-up pouch (1lb powder) | $0.85 | $0.58 | $0.38 | $0.25 |
| Stand-up pouch (2lb powder) | $1.10 | $0.78 | $0.50 | $0.35 |
| Pressure-sensitive label | $0.22 | $0.15 | $0.10 | $0.07 |
| Shrink sleeve (full bottle) | $0.35 | $0.24 | $0.16 | $0.11 |
| Sachet (single-serve stick pack) | $0.18 | $0.12 | $0.08 | $0.05 |
| Subscription mailer box | $3.80 | $2.70 | $1.80 | $1.40 |
Total Package Cost by Product Type
| Product | Components | Cost (5K qty) | % of $30 Retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60ct capsule vitamin | Label + carton + tamper seal | $0.60 | 2.0% |
| 1lb protein powder | Stand-up pouch (printed) | $0.38 | 1.3% |
| Liquid collagen (bottle) | Shrink sleeve + carton | $0.76 | 2.5% |
| 30-day supplement kit | Sachets × 30 + mailer box | $4.20 | 5.6% of $75 |
Cost-Cutting for Supplement Brands
- Skip the carton for DTC-only brands. Label + tamper seal on a bottle costs $0.12-$0.18/unit. The carton adds $0.40+. If you're only selling on Shopify, the carton is optional until you pursue retail.
- Use shrink sleeves instead of labels + cartons. A shrink sleeve provides 360° branding for $0.16/unit at 5K — less than a label ($0.10) + carton ($0.48) combo ($0.58 total).
- Standardize bottle sizes across your line. One carton die for all SKUs saves $400-$800 in tooling.
- Order at 5K+. The cost curve drops 40-55% from 500 to 5,000 units. Quarterly orders at volume beat monthly orders every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to package a supplement?
Pressure-sensitive label on a stock bottle: $0.07/unit at 10K. Add a tamper-evident band at $0.02. Total: $0.09/unit — but you supply your own bottles. If you want the full package (bottle, label, carton): $0.60/unit at 5K for a 60ct capsule product.
Does the price include FDA Supplement Facts panel review?
Yes. We include Supplement Facts panel formatting and compliance review to 21 CFR 101.36 on every supplement packaging order. No extra fee. Send us your ingredient list and we'll format the panel.
How much do single-serve stick packs cost?
$0.05-$0.08/sachet at 5K-10K quantity. For a 30-day supply (30 sachets + display carton): $2.40-$3.50/kit at 5K. Stick packs work well for electrolyte mixes, collagen powder, and pre-workout singles.
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