Operations
Packaging Quality Control Standards We Use
September 4, 2025·4 min read
How we structure quality control from stock inspection through final delivery.
Quality control on packaging happens at four stages: incoming stock, in-press, in-finishing, and final inspection. Each has specific checks.
Incoming stock
Paper batch tested for gsm consistency, brightness, and color. Batches that fail get returned to the mill.
In-press color check
Every 500th sheet pulled and measured against Pantone reference. Adjustments made in real-time.
In-finishing check
Foil, emboss and lamination sampled for registration, density, and adhesion.
Final inspection
Random sampling before dispatch. AQL 2.5 standard for retail; AQL 1.0 for luxury.
Archived reference
First-run sample archived for future reprint comparison. See die storage.