deep dive into sachet cream production costs from formula to packaging and sales

Analyze the production costs of sachet creams in a complete cycle, from formula development, packaging selection, to online and offline distribution costs.

Portable sachet creams are one of the best-selling products in the Thai beauty market. With an affordable price, easy to carry size, and meeting the needs of consumers who want to try before buying the actual size, many entrepreneurs are interested in starting a business with this type of product. However, assessing the true cost of producing sachet creams does not end with the cream formula, but also covers packaging, printing, transportation, marketing, and other management costs. This article will take you to explore the cost of producing sachet creams in all aspects from upstream to downstream, along with recommendations for working with a cream factory that meets your business needs.

1.Cream formula development costs
The first step in accepting cosmetic manufacturing is to develop a formula that meets the target group, which is important for the quality and image of the brand. The cost will vary depending on the following factors:
Product type: such as sunscreen, acne cream, clear face cream or wrinkle cream
Active Ingredients: Extracts from Korea, Japan, France or substances that have research support tend to have high costs
Safety standards: such as free from parabens, fragrances, synthetic preservatives
Research and testing: Performing a Stability Test or Dermatologically Tested will increase the cost but enhance credibility

Normally, cream factories offer R&D packages for new formula development, with an average cost of 5,000-30,000 baht per formula, depending on the complexity of the ingredients and the number of formula adjustments.

1.Packaging Cost of Sachet
Packaging is one of the important components of sachet cream that affects customers' purchasing decisions. The cost is divided into 2 main parts:

1.Package cost of sachet (Pouch)
Material type: such as foil sachets, plastic sachets, nozzle sachets (with open-close lids)
Material thickness and quality: affects the durability and preservation of the cream
Production quantity: Ordering in large quantities helps reduce the cost per sachet
Generally, the price of a printed sachet is 1.5-4 baht/sachet, depending on the order quantity and design

2.Sachet printing cost
4-color foil printing: usually has a starting mold cost of 2,000-5,000 baht
Minimum production: factories usually set a minimum of 5,000-10,000 sachets
Label design: If there is no graphic team, there may be an additional design fee of 1,500-3,000 baht per design

Working with a full-service cream factory, both formula and packaging, will help reduce the hassle and make budget control easier.

2.Actual production cost per unit
Once the formula and packaging are ready, the actual production will have the main cost of
Raw material cost per unit: The more premium extracts are used, the higher the cost per piece
Packaging cost: such as filling the cream into the sachet, sealing, and QC
Factory operation cost: such as labor cost, machinery, energy cost

The average price for producing a standard 5-gram cream sachet is 5-12 baht/piece, depending on the quality of the formula and the production quantity.

1.Transportation, warehousing and logistics costs
Although not a direct cost of the factory, it is an expense that entrepreneurs must plan for, such as:
Shipping costs from the factory: If not included in the price, it must be calculated based on distance and volume.
Stock storage costs: Especially if renting a fulfillment or warehouse.
Shipping costs to customers: If selling online with free shipping, this average cost must be added to the selling price.

2.Legal and standard costs
Accepting cosmetic production must go through the FDA registration process correctly. The average costs include:
FDA registration fee: Approximately 2,000-5,000 baht per formula (depending on the factory)
Cosmetic registration number notification fee
Safety testing fees (Optional): Such as Microbiological Test, Heavy Metal Test                                 

A cream factory with complete documentation services and experience with the FDA will greatly reduce time and costs.

1.Marketing and Sales Costs
When the product is ready to be launched on the market, marketing is the heart of generating sales. The budget usually includes:
- Branding design costs: logo, CI, Tone & Style
- Online advertising costs: Facebook Ads, TikTok Ads, Influencer
- Content and product photography costs
- Booth or storefront sales costs 

  The starting budget for new brand marketing is around 20,000-100,000 baht, depending on the strategy.                                                                                                                           

Assessing the cost of sachet cream accurately for a sustainable business
From the information above, it can be seen that the production of sachet cream has many hidden costs, from formula design, sachet materials, packaging, to marketing and transportation costs. On average, the production cost per unit (excluding advertising costs) is 7-15 baht/sachet. If managed well and a reliable cream factory is selected, costs can be reduced and competitiveness can be greatly increased.

Working with a factory that specializes in manufacturing cosmetics, especially in the form of sachet creams, allows brands to confidently enter the market and start with a reasonable cost. It can also flexibly expand product lines in the future.   

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