What it does
Submit your current format mix with annual spend. The Format Substitution Advisor uses live PackIndex relative price movements to identify where the spread between two format costs has widened enough to make a switch worthwhile — calculating the annual saving, performance trade-offs, and EU PPWR recyclability implications of each substitution.
Example use case
A buyer spending £180k/year on SACHET foil sachets asks whether switching to STAND_UP pouches makes sense now. The advisor calculates that SACHET costs have risen 4.8% while STAND_UP has fallen 1.2% — opening a £0.012/unit saving window. It models the annual saving at £21,600 and flags the PPWR grade change from E to D.
Frequently asked questions
What price data drives the recommendation?
Live PackIndex L3 indices for both formats — the relative movement between them, not just absolute prices.
Does it flag performance trade-offs?
Yes — barrier performance, MOQ, lead time, and shelf presence differences are noted for each substitution.
Can I compare three or more formats?
Yes — submit your full format mix and the advisor ranks all cross-format substitution opportunities.
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