TricorBraun

What TricorBraun does

TricorBraun is a global wholesale packaging distributor, founded in 1905 and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, operating under PE ownership. The company sources and distributes rigid and flexible packaging components — including glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles and jars, aluminum cans, caps and closures, accessories, industrial containers (tanks, totes, drums, pails), and flexible bags — to customers across beverage and spirits, food and industrial, nutraceutical and healthcare, beauty and personal care, and pharmaceutical end-markets. It supports both stock catalog purchases and fully custom packaging programs, complemented by in-house mold development, design and engineering, procurement, logistics, and sustainability services, with a catalog of 1,760+ browseable products and a 300+ design and patent portfolio.

The operating model is a hybrid of enterprise field sales and e-commerce (tricorbraun.com BUY NOW storefront), executed through a network of 100+ locations worldwide and 1,200+ global suppliers, supported by 2,000+ employees. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales of packaging components, custom packaging services (design, engineering, mold development, logistics), and adjacent manufacturing capabilities (in-house custom molded plastic container production). Pricing is wholesale, volume-tiered, and largely quote-based, with stock items shipping within 5–7 business days and minimum order quantities on special-order items.

Since 2021, TricorBraun has executed 20+ acquisitions — including SGB Packaging, Vetroelite, Zuckerman Honickman, Neville and More, PB Packaging, Gläser & Flaschen, Merlot Packaging, CanSource, Glassland, Plas-Pak, UniquePak, Alplas, All American Containers, Glaspack, Euroglas, and Craft Beverage Warehouse — building out a multi-regional platform with sub-brands and acquired entities operating under retained names across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company holds EcoVadis sustainability recognition, won 13 awards at the 2026 NACD Packaging Awards, and was awarded the Ameristar Award for Sustainable Packaging.

Name

TricorBraun

Legal name

TricorBraun, Inc.

Website

https://tricorbraun.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1905

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

TricorBraun is a global PE-backed wholesale distributor of rigid and flexible packaging (glass, plastic, aluminum, closures, industrial containers) serving beverage, food, nutraceutical, beauty, and industrial customers across 100+ locations in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Packaging Distribution

NAICS

Packaging and Labeling Services (561910), Beverage Manufacturing (3121), Food Manufacturing (311)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Beverages (2080), Glass Containers (3221)

akta.pro primary industry

Beverage Packaging (Bottles, Cans, Cartons, Kegs) (IMALAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Primary Packaging (Bottles, Jars, Tubes, Jugs) (IMALAJAA), Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB)

Keywords

• Packaging distribution
• Rigid packaging
• Flexible packaging
• Glass bottles jars
• Plastic containers

Headquarters

HQ city

St Louis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Packaging Distribution: TricorBraun operates as a global wholesale packaging distributor offering stock, custom, and complete packaging solutions. Revenue is generated through the sale of packaging components (glass bottles, plastic bottles, jars, cans, closures, accessories) and industrial containers (drums, totes, tanks). The company offers wholesale quantities with pricing tiers based on volume.
2. Custom Packaging Services: Design & Engineering, procurement, logistics, quality management, and sustainability consulting services. These value-added services complement the product sales and provide comprehensive packaging solutions from concept to delivery.
3. Manufacturing Capabilities: In-house mold development and custom molded plastic container production. Services include commercial, prototype, and repair services for extrusion blow molding and injection stretch blow molding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

TricorBraun is a global wholesale distributor of primary packaging, supplying stock and custom rigid and flexible packaging products including glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles and jars, aluminum cans, caps and closures, accessories, tanks, totes, drums, and flexible bags. The company complements product distribution with in-house mold development, custom blow molding, award-winning design and engineering, procurement, logistics, and sustainability services for businesses across food, beverage, spirits, wine, nutraceutical, healthcare, cosmetics, personal care, and industrial sectors.

Product overview

TricorBraun is a global wholesale packaging distributor operating as a unified platform with multiple sub-brands and acquired companies. The core TricorBraun brand offers stock, custom, and wholesale rigid packaging solutions (glass bottles/jars, plastic bottles/jars, caps/closures, cans, accessories, tanks/totes/drums, plastic pails/tubs) complemented by specialized sub-brands: TricorBraun Flex (flexible packaging and digital printing), TricorBraun WinePak (wine packaging), and Package All (pharma/nutraceutical components). The company has pursued an aggressive acquisition strategy since 2021, expanding into new geographic markets (Australia, New Zealand, UK, Germany, Canada) and capabilities (beverage cans, industrial packaging, cosmetics, digital printing). Services include design & engineering, procurement, logistics, mold development, and sustainability solutions. TricorBraun serves 15+ industries including food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, cosmetics, spirits, wine, beer, nutraceutical, and industrial.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Package All: A one-stop stocking distributor offering a complete range of packaging components for the nutraceutical, healthcare, and pharma industries.
• TricorBraun WinePak
• TricorBraun Flex
• PolyRecycle

Products and services

• Glass Bottles and Jars Stock and custom glass packaging including Boston Round bottles, dropper bottles, liquor and spirit bottles, packer bottles, sauce bottles, beer bottles, growlers, candle jars, canning jars, spice jars, straight-sided jars, wide mouth jars, carboys, jugs, and vials for food, beverage, spirits, personal care, and industrial buyers.
• Plastic Bottles and Jars Stock and custom plastic packaging including Boston Round, bullet round, cylinder round, modern round, dropper, liquor/spirit, packer, sauce, PET, F-Style bottles, Chubby Gorilla bottles, double wall jars, spice jars, straight-sided jars, wide mouth jars, and plastic jugs for personal care, food, beverage, and industrial buyers.
• Caps and Closures Extensive closure solutions including bar tops and bottle corks, child-resistant closures, continuous thread closures, dispensing caps and closures, dropper assemblies, flip top closures, press top closures, spout closures, dispensing pumps, metal continuous thread and lug closures, tamper evident caps, and tub and pail lids.
• Aluminum Cans Aluminum cans for beverage and other packaging applications, sourced through the company and its CanSource operations.
• Tanks, Totes, and Drums Industrial packaging including IBC totes (275 and 330 gallon), HDPE tanks, steel drums, fiber drums, and liquid storage solutions for industrial and commercial buyers.
• Plastic Pails and Tubs Bulk packaging containers for industrial and commercial applications.
• TricorBraun Flex Flexible Packaging Bags and Digital Printing Flexible product packaging offering high-quality flexible stock packaging bags and custom digital printing services for food, beverage, and consumer goods customers.
• PolyRecycle Store Drop-off Recyclable Bag Recyclable flexible bag with a degassing valve designed for fresh coffee packaging, pre-qualified for the How2Recycle Store Drop-off program and tested to meet APR guidelines.
• Design and Engineering Services Award-winning design and engineering team that creates packaging that resonates with consumers, supporting custom package development from concept to retail shelf for brand owners across industries.
• In-House Mold Development and Custom Blow Molding Custom molded plastic container development and production tooling shop providing commercial, prototype, and repair services for extrusion blow molding and injection stretch blow molding (single and two-stage PET cavities).
• Procurement Services Global purchasing power and sourcing capabilities to identify best sourcing partners and provide high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions.
• Logistics Services Supply chain logistics management including inventory management, cost reduction, quality assurance, and efficient replenishment for packaging buyers.
• Sustainability Solutions Sustainable packaging options including recyclable, compostable, and reusable materials, with sustainability consulting supported by EcoVadis ratings to help clients achieve sustainability goals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 608,251 sq ft warehouse lease in Fairfield, California (2025) - significant infrastructure expansion
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Craft Beverage WarehousecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 November 2025TricorBraun acquired Craft Beverage Warehouse in November 2025 to expand beverage packaging and digital printing capabilities in North America. The acquisition enables TricorBraun to serve a broader range of beverage companies including Fortune 500 clients. Craft Beverage Warehouse operates as part of CanSource with full integration expected by early 2026.
• UniquePakcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2024TricorBraun acquired Australian packaging distributor UniquePak to expand presence in Australia and New Zealand. UniquePak offers glass packaging for spirits, wine, pharma, and food industries. The company continues operations under its existing brand.
• Alplas ProductscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2024TricorBraun acquired Australian packaging distributor Alplas Products to expand presence in Australia and New Zealand. Alplas supplies industrial packaging products including drums and fittings. The company continues operations under its existing brand.
• Plas-Pak WAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2024TricorBraun acquired Perth-based Plas-Pak WA, a plastic packaging distributor and manufacturer, extending its Australian presence. The acquisition includes all team members and aims to enhance service offerings in Western Australia.
• GlasslandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 January 2024TricorBraun acquired German glass packaging provider Glassland, expanding its European presence and integrating it into its Vetroelite business. The deal broadens TricorBraun's offerings in high-end glass bottles and closures for customers in Germany and Switzerland.
• CanSourcecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 August 2023TricorBraun acquired US-based provider CanSource to expand its beverage packaging capabilities in North America. The deal includes CanSource's operations across four US locations. Craft Beverage Warehouse will integrate with CanSource.
• Merlot PackagingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 November 2022TricorBraun acquired Vancouver-based Merlot Packaging to expand its presence in Canada. The deal aimed at serving nutraceutical customers across North America as part of TricorBraun's broader growth strategy.
• PB PackagingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2022TricorBraun acquired Australian provider PB Packaging of plastic and glass packaging to expand its presence in Australia. PB Packaging serves customers in health, industrial, food, and automotive industries.
• Neville and MorecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 March 2022TricorBraun acquired UK-based Neville and More, a supplier of glass, plastics, and aluminum packaging for various markets. The acquisition aims to expand TricorBraun's presence in Europe and globally, with Neville and More continuing as a standalone business.
• VetroeliteflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 October 2021TricorBraun acquired premium glass packaging business Vetroelite, establishing its European premium glass capabilities. Glassland (acquired 2024) is being integrated with Vetroelite.
• Cormack PackagingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 October 2021TricorBraun acquired Australian and New Zealand packaging supplier Cormack Packaging, expanding its global presence. This was TricorBraun's third acquisition of 2021, establishing its foothold in the Australasian region.
• SGB Packaging GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 July 2021TricorBraun acquired New Jersey-based SGB Packaging Group specializing in cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and personal care packaging. The acquisition aimed to expand TricorBraun's global supplier network and strengthen its presence in growing industries.
• EcoVadiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTricorBraun partners with EcoVadis, the world's most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, to continuously measure and improve environmental, social, and ethical performance.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Berlin Packaging: Berlin Packaging is the largest direct competitor to TricorBraun in rigid packaging distribution, also PE-backed (Oak Hill Capital). It offers similar stock and custom containers, closures, and value-added services, and has executed a comparable M&A roll-up strategy, making it the most direct like-for-like peer.
• Burch Bottle & Packaging: Burch Bottle & Packaging is a regional packaging distributor of glass, plastic, and metal containers, closures, and accessories serving Northeast US customers. It is a smaller-scale but directly comparable distribution competitor to TricorBraun's stock packaging business.

Broad incumbents

• Veritiv Corporation: Veritiv is a North American distribution company for print, packaging, and facility solutions. It competes with TricorBraun in packaging distribution while also operating a broader print and facility supplies business, making it an overlapping but more diversified incumbent.
• Silgan Holdings: Silgan is a leading manufacturer of rigid packaging (metal containers, plastic containers, dispensing closures) serving food, beverage, personal care, and healthcare markets. While it is a manufacturer rather than a pure distributor, it competes with TricorBraun for the same end-customer packaging spend.
• AptarGroup: Aptar is a global leader in dispensing systems, closures, and active material science for pharma, beauty, food, and beverage packaging. It competes with TricorBraun's dispensing closure and personal care packaging categories and is one of the manufacturer-side alternatives customers may choose.
• Sonoco Products: Sonoco is a global manufacturer of rigid paperboard, metal, and plastic packaging serving consumer, industrial, and healthcare end markets. It competes with TricorBraun across multiple categories including cans, closures, and industrial packaging.
• Ball Corporation: Ball is a leading global manufacturer of aluminum beverage cans and aerospace technologies. Its beverage can business directly overlaps with TricorBraun's CanSource and Craft Beverage Warehouse operations in aluminum can packaging.
• Crown Holdings: Crown Holdings is one of the largest global manufacturers of metal containers (beverage cans, food cans, aerosol containers). It competes with TricorBraun in metal packaging distribution and is a key manufacturer supplier to distributors including TricorBraun.
• Sealed Air: Sealed Air is a global manufacturer of food and protective packaging, including flexible packaging and Cryovac solutions. It overlaps with TricorBraun Flex in flexible packaging and competes for the same food and beverage customers.

Regional players

• Richards Packaging: Richards Packaging is a Canadian-listed distributor of packaging products (glass, plastic, containers, closures) primarily serving the Canadian and US healthcare, food, and beverage markets. It is a directly comparable packaging distributor, though it is a smaller, Canada-focused peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries22 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A28 records

Investments

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