By BCI
19 April 2025For brands looking to maintain consistency, control costs, and ensure reliable delivery, sourcing domestically makes more sense than ever.
The U.S. government’s latest round of tariffs on imports — including packaging materials and related goods — has sent a clear message: Dependence on global supply chains comes with a price. For many companies, those costs aren’t just financial. Delays in production, quality inconsistencies, and fluctuating pricing make overseas sourcing a gamble.
That’s whereMade in America packaging makes a real difference. Companies like Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) offer brands the ability to avoid thepitfalls of importing packaging from overseas altogether. With 100% of its products sourced and manufactured in the United States, BCI empowers brands to stay agile — even when the global market isn’t.
What does it really mean when we say that our packagingis “American Sourced and Made”? At BCI, it means raw materials come from American forests and manufacturers, production happens in American facilities, and products are delivered by teams that understand the needs of U.S. businesses — because they’re part of them.
This all-American supply chain isn’t just patriotic. It’s practical. Domestic sourcing translates to faster turnarounds, closer quality control, and more transparent communication. When businesses work with American manufacturers like BCI, they eliminate the uncertainty that comes with international freight, customs issues, and geopolitical instability.
In a packaging landscape where timing, quality, and cost control are everything, reliable, American-made solutions are the clear winner.
Choosing Made in America packaging does more than just streamline your operations — it also fuels the American economy. Every dollar spent on domestic manufacturing supports jobs, strengthens local communities, and helps sustain the infrastructure that keeps businesses moving.
But there’s another layer here that matters just as much: sustainability. Any kind of packaging, including ecommerce packaging, made and delivered domestically travels fewer miles, resulting in a lower carbon footprint. Plus, American manufacturers are held to stricter environmental and labor standards than many of their international counterparts. At BCI, we prioritize sustainable practices — from efficient manufacturing processes to recyclable materials — so you can feel confident that your packaging isn’t just smart but responsible, too.
We are also a proud partner with the Paper and Packaging Board’s Box to Nature Program that educates consumers on how they participate in the recycling process with every package they use.
Let’s be honest — working with suppliers thousands of miles away makes it hard to hold anyone accountable. If a shipment is late, a product arrives damaged, or a spec is missed, there’s not much recourse.
That’s not the case with domestic partners like BCI. We build real relationships with our clients. We speak the same language, operate in the same time zones, and hold ourselves to the same standards. With local support and dedicated teams, BCI provides the kind of responsiveness and transparency global suppliers just can’t match.
Looking for reliable, cost-effective, and fully domestic packaging solutions? At BCI, we proudly manufacture and source 100% of our products in the United States. Our American-sourced-and-made packaging means faster lead times, better quality control, and greater peace of mind. As tariffs and global disruptions continue to reshape supply chains, now is the time to future-proof your packaging strategy. Choose a packaging designpartner that’s committed to American sourcing, sustainability, and superior service.
Contact BCI today.
