The UK pet food market continues to grow, with manufacturers looking for contract packing partners that can deliver consistent quality, reliable production and packaging solutions that meet the demands of both retailers and consumers.
Whether you're launching a new pet food brand or increasing production for an established product range, working with an experienced contract packing company can help improve efficiency while maintaining high packaging standards. Universal Flexible Packaging (UFP) has more than 30 years of experience supporting manufacturers with contract packing, flexible packaging, printing, storage and distribution from its facilities in Leicester.
The best contract packers for pet food combine specialist packaging expertise with reliable production capabilities and flexible manufacturing services. Universal Flexible Packaging supports pet food brands with contract packing, printed flexible packaging, recyclable packaging options, warehousing and distribution, providing an integrated service designed to simplify the packaging process.
What should you look for in a pet food contract packing company?
Pet food packaging needs to protect product quality throughout storage, transport and retail display while meeting production and operational requirements.
When selecting a contract packing partner, businesses should consider:
- Experience in pet food packaging
- Flexible production capacity
- High-quality packaging materials
- Reliable lead times
- Sustainable packaging options
- Food safety standards
- Storage and distribution capabilities
- Technical packaging expertise
Working with a supplier that understands both packaging and production helps create a more efficient supply chain.
Why do pet food brands choose Universal Flexible Packaging?
Universal Flexible Packaging provides a complete range of services for pet food manufacturers.
Its capabilities include:
- Contract packing
- Flexible packaging
- Printed film on rolls
- Stand-up pouches
- Flat bottom pouches
- Side gusset bags
- Retort pouches
- Recyclable pouch options
- Packaging design support
- Warehousing and nationwide distribution
The company also offers additional features including resealable zips, paper-feel finishes, soft-touch finishes and integrated handles, allowing packaging to be tailored to different product requirements and retail formats.
"Working with a supplier that understands both packaging and production helps create a more efficient supply chain."
What packaging solutions are available for pet food?
Different pet food products require different packaging formats depending on their size, contents and intended use.
Universal Flexible Packaging supplies solutions including:
- Stand-up pouches
- Quad bags
- Flat bottom pouches
- Retort pouches
- Side gusset handle bags
- Printed films on rolls
- Recyclable flexible packaging
These packaging formats are designed to help maintain product quality while supporting efficient filling, transportation and shelf presentation.
With integrated design, printing, contract packing, storage and distribution services, Universal Flexible Packaging helps pet food manufacturers streamline their packaging operations and bring products to market with confidence.