Packing Machine for Small Business
You do not need a factory to start packing. A weighing scale and a ₹1,348 impulse sealer are enough – here is the kit, the cost, an earning example and ten ideas.
Start a packing business with one machine
Most home and shop packing businesses need only two machines: a weighing scale and a bag sealer. PackForge’s 8 inch impulse sealer costs ₹1,348 + 18% GST, with free delivery, so the whole starter kit costs less than a month’s rent.
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| PackForge 8 inch impulse sealer | ₹1,348 |
| Digital weighing scale (up to 10 kg) | ₹1,000–2,000 |
| Printed or plain pouches (first 1,000) | ₹500–2,000 |
| Labels (first 1,000) | ₹500–1,000 |
| Scoop, funnel, trays | ₹300–500 |
| Total to start | about ₹4,000–7,000 |
Costs other than the sealer are typical market figures and will vary by city and supplier.
Buy online – Impulse Sealer · Standard, 2-year warranty
8 to 24 inch · + 18% GST · free delivery across India
8 inch (200 mm) – Standard₹1,348 + GST 
10 inch (250 mm) – Standard₹1,573 + GST 
12 inch (300 mm) – Standard₹1,873 + GST 16 inch (400 mm) – Standard₹2,687 + GST 20 inch (500 mm) – Standard₹2,999 + GST 24 inch (600 mm) – Standard₹5,425 + GST A simple earning example
Say you re-pack dry fruits or masala in 250 g pouches:
| Per pack | |
|---|---|
| Raw material (250 g) | ₹45 |
| Pouch + label | ₹3 |
| Selling price to shops | ₹60 |
| Margin per pack | ₹12 |
At 100 packs a day, that is about ₹1,200 a day before your time and transport. The sealer pays for itself in the first two days. These figures are an illustration – work out your own with real prices in your area.
10 small business ideas that need a sealing machine
- Masala and spice re-packing for local shops.
- Dry fruits and gift packs for festivals.
- Namkeen and snacks under your own label.
- Home-baked cookies and rusk.
- Tea and herbal powder pouches.
- Seed and nursery packets.
- Pickle and papad (in sealed outer bags).
- Online selling of clothing or accessories.
- Hardware and spare-parts counting and bagging.
- Re-packing grains and pulses into 1 kg packs.
Which size to start with
- Small pouches (up to 7.5 inch wide) – 8 inch at ₹1,348.
- Mixed sizes up to 11.5 inch – 12 inch at ₹1,873.
- Clothing or online orders – 16 inch at ₹2,687.
Food business? Read how to start a namkeen and masala packing business for licences and labels.
Mistakes first-time buyers make
- Buying for the average bag – buy for the widest bag you will ever seal, or that bag needs two passes.
- Choosing a foil pouch because it looks premium – foil needs a hot bar sealer; a PE-lined printed pouch looks good and seals on an impulse machine.
- Running at the highest timer step – it burns elements; use the lowest step that gives a clean seal.
- No spares on the shelf – keep the two spare elements from the box where you work.
- Losing the GST invoice – keep it; it is your warranty proof and your input credit once you register for GST.
Questions before you buy? Call +91 95822 69346 or book a free seal test with your pouch.
Buy online – Heavy Duty Impulse Sealer · 5-year warranty
Heavier build for all-day use · ₹1,000 more than Standard at every size
8 inch (200 mm) – Heavy Duty₹2,348 + GST 10 inch (250 mm) – Heavy Duty₹2,573 + GST 
12 inch (300 mm) – Heavy Duty₹2,873 + GST 16 inch (400 mm) – Heavy Duty₹3,687 + GST 20 inch (500 mm) – Heavy Duty₹3,999 + GST 24 inch (600 mm) – Heavy Duty₹6,425 + GST Questions we are asked about this
Which packing machine suits a small business?
For pouches and bags, a hand impulse sealer plus a weighing scale. Start with the 8 or 12 inch.
How much money do I need to start a packing business?
About ₹4,000 to ₹7,000 for the sealer, scale, pouches and labels, plus your first stock.
Which PackForge sealer costs the least?
The 8 inch Standard at ₹1,348 + 18% GST, with free delivery.
Do I need a licence?
For food products you need FSSAI registration; see our namkeen packing business guide. Non-food packing usually needs only GST once you cross the threshold.
Is the sealer safe to use at home?
Yes. It runs on a normal 230 V socket and its element is cold when idle; keep it on a dry table away from children.
Can I return the sealer if it does not suit me?
Unused machines can be returned within 7 days of delivery with free pickup.