A last-minute regulatory change rendered 700,000 already-produced empty packages non-compliant. Thanks to a targeted overprinting intervention, OVERPRINT France enabled their rapid compliance without destruction or re-manufacturing.
Everything was ready.
The production, the schedule, the volumes.
But one detail brought everything to a halt: the “Made in” statement printed on the packaging was no longer compliant.
- 700,000 empty, brand-new packages suddenly became unsellable.
Restarting the entire production would have been too slow and too costly.
Destroying them was simply unthinkable.
The challenge was clear: avoid massive destruction while still ensuring the product launch stayed on schedule.
It was in this context that OVERPRINT France stepped in with a clear mission:
to correct the existing packaging without restarting production.
Our teams implemented a targeted overprinting solution, making it possible to intervene only on the affected area.
Actions implemented:
* Deployment of a targeted overprinting process to correct the “Made in” statement
* Creation of samples and range boards for quality validation
* Organization of a production plan prioritized by strategic references
* Coordination with subcontractors to ensure on-time filling
Thanks to this intervention:
- 700,000 packages were brought into compliance and reused
- The product launch was secured, with no losses or delays
- Significant cost savings were achieved
- A major environmental impact was avoided
At OVERPRINT France, we believe that packaging should never be discarded over a minor flaw.
Our expertise lies in correcting, adapting, and enhancing existing packaging to combine industrial performance, regulatory compliance, and environmental responsibility.
Contact
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OVERPRINT FRANCE
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80 route des lucioles
06560 VALBONNE FRANCE