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The eCommerce Edition is for online retailers and DTC brands sourcing sustainable fulfilment packaging without the hefty markup. Suppliers have been specifically selected for eCommerce applications - mailers, satchels, shipping boxes, poly bags, void fill and more - with additional profiles covering food-safe flexible packaging for brands also shipping edible or perishable products direct to consumer.
eCommerce packaging is where volume and sustainability collide. The pressure to have on-brand, eco-credible, cost-efficient fulfilment packaging is real - but most brands are either overpaying through local distributors or sacrificing on sustainability to hit unit costs.
The eCommerce Edition solves both problems. It gives you the material knowledge to make the right sustainable choice and the direct supplier contacts to price it properly.
100% PCR recyclable poly mailers, compostable PLA/PBAT satchels, and kraft paper mailers. For apparel, cosmetics, and general eCommerce.
FSC-certified kraft satchels, expandable paper mailers, corrugated mailer boxes. Premium unboxing with kerbside recyclable credentials.
CMYK offset, white UV screen, CI FLEXO, hot stamping - which print methods work with which sustainable materials, and which suppliers offer them.
Premium rigid boxes, magnetic closures, foil stamping, embossing - for brands where unboxing experience is part of the product.
The eCommerce Edition profiles manufacturers who specialise in fulfilment-grade packaging - high print quality, consistent quality at scale, and the ability to ship from nearby ports in lead times that work for your planning cycles.
Online retailers, DTC brands, subscription box businesses, apparel and cosmetics brands, and any eCommerce business spending meaningfully on fulfilment packaging. If you're ordering mailers, satchels, boxes, or bags in volume and buying through local distributors, this guide is for you.
Yes. We cover the full range of sustainable options for eCommerce packaging - PCR recyclable films, compostable PLA/PBAT satchels, kraft paper mailers, and recyclable paperboard boxes - with clear guidance on what's actually recyclable in local kerbside collection streams under the ARL framework.
Yes. All manufacturers profiled in the eCommerce Edition offer custom print options. The guide covers which print methods (CMYK, flexo, screen, hot stamping) work with which materials and what you need to prepare before briefing a supplier on custom artwork.
Vincija Swim purchased the Complete Edition and went direct to manufacturer. Here's what happened.
We recently purchased the upgraded complete edition of the sustainable packaging guide, and it's been an incredibly valuable resource for our business.
The biggest win was the cost saving as we've reduced our packaging costs by over 60%, even with branded logo printing included. That alone covered the cost of the guide.
What really stood out was the clear breakdown of certifications and material types, which made it much easier to understand and improved transparency.
The end-to-end supply chain directory goes far beyond just shipping packaging, it covers virtually every packaging solution we needed and more. From eco-friendly options to manufacturers and branded cardboard solutions we're looking to expand into, it includes a range of suppliers with flexible MOQs.
Overall, we're super happy. It's a practical resource that has given us clarity, expanded our packaging options, and delivered significant cost savings for our business.
You can Google sustainable packaging suppliers. What you'll find is retailers, distributors, and brands who've paid to be visible. The manufacturers in our guides don't have English-language websites or direct online B2B presence — they've never needed them, because their order books are full. The value isn't the words on the page. It's six years of direct relationships, compressed into a buyer's guide.
It's a PDF, yes, but what's inside is a verified manufacturer directory with MOQ thresholds, lead times, certification status, and direct contact details for each supplier. The buyer's guide section exists to make sure you know what to ask and what to look for before you contact anyone. Most buyers reach a manufacturer and place their first order within a few weeks of purchase.
Email us before you buy: hello@upgraded.au. We'd rather tell you honestly that a guide isn't right for you than have you purchase the wrong one. Each edition page has a detailed table of contents and a breakdown of what's covered. If you're unsure, just ask.
Guides are reviewed and updated biannually. Buyers receive new editions at 50% off automatically. Supplier relationships are maintained directly. If a manufacturer's terms, MOQs, or certifications change, we update the guide. You're not buying a snapshot; you're buying ongoing access to verified, current information.
The eCommerce Edition gives eCommerce brands what they actually need - the right materials, the right manufacturers, and the right price.