Packaging World Magazine

Value Proposition

Packaging World is the leading media brand serving the $200+ billion U.S. packaging industry. With unmatched editorial expertise, deep industry insights, and a monthly cross-platform reach of over 400,000 professionals, Packaging World is the top choice for marketers seeking to connect with decision-makers in food, beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, and other package-using sectors.

Key Benefits

Unmatched industry reach to a high value audience
Trusted, credible, expert editorial
A multi-channel strategy with print connects tangible experiences to digital engagement
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Audience

Qualified packaging professionals. For more information on the Packaging World print audience, visit here.

Distribution

Print Distribution: 46,000 contacts

Digital Distribution: 400,000 contacts across website, email, and social media

Awareness

How It Works

Advertising in the May/June Issue includes a free Signet Ad Effectiveness Study:

The Signet Ad Effectiveness Study gets real feedback from readers on your ad.
Survey questions include ad recall, design effectiveness, overall impact and more—giving you actionable intelligence to optimize your message for better results.
In order to receive the FREE Signet Ad Study in the May/June issue of Packaging World, place one of the following:
- Half-Page ad (Horizontal or Vertical)
- Full-page ad
- Two-page spread

CM+P Special Section — Packaging World, January 2027

Contract Manufacturing and Packaging (CM+P) has been dedicated specifically to contract packagers and manufacturers sourcing machinery, materials, and service solutions. In 2027, CM+P is moving into a special section inside the January issue of Packaging World, with the same focused editorial content now in front of Packaging World's full January readership. Content to include findings from the Annual Outlook Report and PLMA reporting. Reaches contract manufacturing & packaging buyers as part of Packaging World's January issue. Visit here for more on the CM+P audience.

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Exclusive Offers

ProFood World Magazine Cold Pressure Council Pricing:

1/2 Page: $570
Full Page: $1,150

Potential Advertisers

Advertisers who are interested in brand awareness, long-term visibility, and reaching verified packaging decision-makers in a credible, lasting format.

Inventory

2026 Print First Right of Refusal

Additional Information

Cover Tips only include distribution on mailed copies of print publications, not copies distributed at PACK EXPO.

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FAQs

‍Q. Why Print?

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‍From a 2025 survey of 2,068 U.S. adults:‍
- 71% of consumers say, "Print catalogs or magazines feel more authentic than digital campaigns."
- 69% of overall consumers say that in the past year they've been influenced by print media to choose a brand over competitors.

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Q: My advertiser has purchased the cover tip for the show issue of the magazine. Do both mailed copies and copies distributed at PACK EXPO include the cover tip?

‍A: Cover Tips only include distribution on mailed copies of print publications, not copies distributed at PACK EXPO.

Hard Costs

Click here to see print costs, as they vary issue to issue.

Fulfillment Process

Advertiser receives a notification from SendMyAd (SMA) to upload materials
Advertiser uploads materials to SMA
Materials are moved from SMA to the print edition of the magazine

Fulfillment Documents & Resources

Print Magazine Fulfillment Process

2026:

Standard:

2 Page Spread — $14,900
Full Page — $7,650
1/2 Page Horizontal — $5,400
1/2 Page Vertical — $5,400
1/3 Page Horizontal — $3,850
1/3 Page Vertical — $3,850

Premium:

Belly Band — $15,500
Corner Cut–Cover — $4,200
Cover Positions — $7,750
Cover Sticker — $7,700
Cover Tip — $20,600
French Gate — $20,900

2027:

Standard:

2 Page Spread — $15,100
Full Page — $7,800
1/2 Page Horizontal — $5,550
1/2 Page Vertical — $5,550
1/3 Page Horizontal — $3,950
1/3 Page Vertical — $3,950

Premium:

Belly Band — $15,750
Corner Cut–Cover — $4,350
Cover Positions — $7,900
Cover Sticker — $7,850
Cover Tip — $20,900
French Gate — $21,200
Full Page Ad — CMP Section — $7,800

*All prices are NET and non–member

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Packaging World Magazine

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