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Pharmapac Ltd

New Zealand's leading packaging manufacturer. With over 35 years experience in the design and manufacturing of export quality plastics + Auckland, NZ

Pharmapac is a New Zealand owned company with more than 35 years in the business of designing, manufacturing and producing plastic packaging solutions for not only local, but an ever growing list of international clients. Our considerable experience in the areas of pharmaceutical, medical, nutritional and personal care packaging, has seen continued growth and expansion of our plant’s capabilities, including superior quality injection, injection stretch blow molding and extrusion blow molding.

19/11/2025

For products that need a more tailored approach, we offer a custom packaging service grounded in collaboration, technical expertise and manufacturing control. This process begins with understanding your product, your operational needs and the environment it will move through.

Our in-house team manages the full development pathway, from initial concept and design through to tooling, production and testing. Working closely with customers, we help develop packaging that supports product performance, regulatory requirements and long-term brand objectives.

17/11/2025

We work with five core plastics, each selected for its performance characteristics, recyclability, and suitability for regulated industries:

PET : Clear, lightweight and strong. Commonly used for food, honey and health products where clarity and durability are key.

rPET : Made from recycled PET. Offers the same functional benefits as virgin PET, but with a significantly lower carbon footprint.

HDPE: A highly versatile plastic known for its chemical resistance and strength. Suitable for pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and personal care.

Plant-Based HDPE : Derived from renewable sugarcane. Performs like conventional HDPE, but with a reduced carbon impact.

PP (Polypropylene) : Durable and heat-resistant. Often used in closures and containers requiring higher temperature tolerance.

All materials are approved for food contact and, in most cases, meet both FDA and European regulatory requirements. They are also recyclable under New Zealand’s kerbside collection system.

13/11/2025

All plastic materials used by Pharmapac undergo a rigorous internal approval process. We only select materials suitable for food contact and, in most cases, those that meet both FDA and European regulatory requirements.

This applies across our range of PET, rPET, HDPE, plant-based HDPE and PP each chosen for its performance, food safety profile, recyclability and safety.

10/11/2025

Why do we design for efficiency as well as performance?

At Pharmapac, we recognise that resource efficiency is critical to long-term sustainability. That’s why we’ve invested in closed-loop water systems and energy-saving technologies that reduce our overall footprint without compromising output.

These systems allow us to reuse water, eliminate unnecessary waste and reduce emissions across our operations. They also support business continuity and help us operate more responsibly during periods of environmental strain.

Because high-performing packaging should come from a high-performing process.

06/11/2025

Why we prioritise water and energy reduction in manufacturing.

Reducing water and energy use isn’t just about ticking sustainability boxes. It’s about creating a more efficient, resilient and future-ready business.

At Pharmapac, we’ve invested in energy-efficient systems and a closed-loop water process that helps us use resources more responsibly. This lowers our operating footprint, reduces utility costs and supports long-term environmental goals.

Less water waste means greater reliability during shortages. Lower energy use means fewer emissions and a more stable production system.

On top of this we have also added in two water retention tanks to capture rain water and utilise within our operations where suitable.

04/11/2025

What does circular economy really mean?

A circular economy keeps materials in use for as long as possible. It’s about designing out waste, using recycled content, and creating products that can be reused or recovered instead of sent to landfill.

Pharmapac applies circular thinking at every step. From using post-consumer rPET and in-house recyclate to supplying packaging that fits NZ’s kerbside systems, our goal is to keep plastic in the loop and out of the environment.

03/11/2025

Kicking off Plastics New Zealand Operation Clean Sweep Week at Takapuna Beach.

Today our team got together to run a beach clean at Takapuna Beach for Operation Clean Sweep, Clean Up Week.

As proud OCS member, we’re passionate about doing our part to protect our local environment.

It was great to get outside, make a difference, and have a few laughs along the way!

A huge thanks to the Pharmapac Team, Ally’s Mum Myra and Dylan from Alchemy Agency for joining in and lending a hand, awesome teamwork all around!

Weirdest Finds…

baby’s dummy
Un**es
Half burnt sleeping bag
Finger hand weight.
And a discarded boat rudder (which we left).

Here’s to a cleaner beach and a great start to Clean Up Week!

We will return on Thursday to do a clean after GuyFawkes.

02/11/2025

Pharmapac offers an extensive range of stock packaging, but we also work closely with customers who need something more specialised. If you’re looking to match a specific brand colour or create a unique hue that stands out on the shelf, our team can develop custom colour solutions tailored to your needs.

Custom colouring is ideal for reinforcing brand identity or differentiating products in competitive markets. From concept to production, we manage the entire process in-house to ensure colour consistency, quality, and full traceability.

30/10/2025

At Pharmapac, we believe good packaging is built on understanding, not just materials and moulds, but the full context of your product, your market and your goals.

That’s why we take the time to learn how and where your product will be sold, stored, and shipped. Whether you’re in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, honey or personal care, we help you make confident choices that support shelf presence, compliance, freight efficiency and customer trust.

27/10/2025

At Pharmapac, we know our impact extends beyond our own operations. That’s why we’re active contributors to wider environmental progress across the industry.

Our Sustainability Manager, Ally Hopwood, chairs the Plastics New Zealand Environment Committee and sits on the national executive. Through this work, we help drive best practice across the sector and share our learnings with others.

Pharmapac is proud to be a full member of Plastics New Zealand, a Sustainable Business Network Investor for Impact, and part of the SBN Circular Design Directory. We were also a founding member in the Nationwide Lids and Caps recycling program, facilitated by the Packaging Forum.

Real change requires collaboration, and we’re proud to play a leading role.

25/10/2025

Our round PET pot range was originally designed for creams and gels, but it’s now also being used for honey, spreads and other food products. The clean shape and crystal-clear material offer a fresh way to present your product while delivering strength, reliability and shelf appeal.

PET is lightweight and impact resistant, making it less likely to break during transport and easier to handle throughout the supply chain. It also requires less protective packaging, reducing bulk, freight costs and unnecessary waste.

Compared to alternatives like glass, PET creates fewer emissions, uses less fossil fuel across its lifecycle, and leaves a smaller environmental footprint. Smart, simple and made to perform.

22/10/2025

Our PET tamper-evident jars are designed to protect your product and your reputation. With options in clear, amber and lower-carbon rPET, they offer excellent visibility, durability and compliance for regulated industries.

Each jar is fitted with a tamper-evident cap to meet food safety and pharmaceutical standards. The lightweight PET material helps reduce shipping costs and carbon impact. Shatter-resistant and fully recyclable, these jars are made to handle the journey.

Available in a full range of sizes from 125g to 1kg. Trusted by leading brands across honey, health and nutraceutical sectors.

Address

125 Sunnybrae Road
Auckland
0627

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+64 9-444 9631

Website

http://www.pharmapac.co.nz/

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