Seufert

What Seufert does

Seufert Gesellschaft für transparente Verpackungen mbH is a German specialty manufacturer of transparent plastic packaging, headquartered in Rodgau, Germany. Founded in 1920 originally as a cardboard packaging producer, the company pivoted into plastics in 1957 and became a pioneer in transparent folding boxes in 1965. Today it develops and produces a portfolio of transparent packaging products including folding boxes (Klarfaltboxen), lids, die-cut parts, thermoformed parts and blister packs, round boxes, specialty shapes, and plastic sleeves, using PET, PP, and PVC films alongside sustainable alternatives Eco-R-PET (up to 100% PCR waste), Bio-PET (approximately 30% sugarcane-derived), and PET-Rec (30-90% post-industry recyclates).

The company operates a vertically integrated production model: in-house capabilities span UV offset and screen printing, high-frequency die cutting, thermoforming, embossing, hot foil stamping, coatings, gluing, and assembly, anchored by its proprietary soft-crease (HF) technology developed in 1974. Quality and compliance are supported by DIN EN ISO 9001, BRCGS (food contact), and natureOffice (climate-neutral) certifications, positioning the company to serve regulated European end markets in fragrance and cosmetics, food and confectionery, electronics, beverages, marketing/promotional products, and stationery/sports/leisure.

Seufert is an employee-owned company (Mitarbeitergesellschaft) that has been independent of the former Ileos Group since 2011. Revenue is generated through custom B2B project orders quoted by a regional direct sales force covering Germany, France, Italy, Benelux, Poland, the UK, Switzerland, and Austria, with production centralized at the Rodgau facility. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Recent strategic activity has focused on sustainability (Bio-PET 2016, Eco-R-PET 2019), product line extension into promotional items and displays (2017), COVID-era FaceShield production (2020), and capital reinvestment including 2025 photovoltaic installation and expansion of finishing services (Konfektionierung).

Name

Seufert

Legal name

Seufert Gesellschaft für transparente Verpackungen mbH

Website

https://seufert.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Seufert is a German employee-owned manufacturer of custom transparent plastic packaging, including folding boxes, lids, die-cuts, thermoformed parts, and blister packs, serving European brands in cosmetics, food, and consumer goods from its Rodgau headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic Packaging Manufacturing

NAICS

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing (326)

SIC

Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Plastics, Foil & Coated Paper Bags (2673)

akta.pro primary industry

Plastic Trays, Clamshells & Blister Packaging Manufacturing (IMANAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Finishing, Converting & Die-Cutting Services (IMALAKAN)

Keywords

• Transparent plastic packaging
• Folding cartons manufacturing
• Blister packaging solutions
• Thermoformed packaging parts
• Custom packaging manufacturer

Headquarters

HQ city

Rodgau

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Plastic Packaging Manufacturing: Manufacture and sale of customized transparent plastic packaging solutions including folding boxes, lids, die-cut parts, thermoformed parts, and specialty shapes. Primarily B2B model with custom orders tailored to customer specifications.
2. Finishing Services: Additional value-added services including assembly, packaging, and product finishing such as printing, embossing, and coatings. Expanded service offering to include product packaging/konfektionierung.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Seufert develops and produces custom transparent plastic packaging solutions, including transparent folding boxes, lids, die-cut parts, thermoformed parts/blisters, round boxes, plastic sleeves, and specialty shapes. The company offers end-to-end in-house manufacturing from materials (PET, PP, PVC, Eco-R-PET, Bio-PET) through printing, finishing (embossing, hot foil stamping, coatings), and assembly for B2B customers across Europe.

Product overview

Seufert is a manufacturer of transparent plastic packaging solutions, primarily offering customized transparent folding boxes (Klarfaltboxen) as its flagship product, along with a comprehensive portfolio of packaging products including die cut parts, lids, thermoformed parts/blister packs, round boxes, unusual shapes, and plastic sleeves. The company provides end-to-end services from development through production and finishing, including printing (UV offset and screen), decorative coatings, and assembly. Materials range from standard films (PET, PP, PVC) to sustainable alternatives (Eco-R-PET with up to 100% recycled content, PET-Rec, Bio-PET). The product line also extends to promotional items, displays, and signage, with a 9-step finishing process covering deep drawing, die cutting, gluing, assembly, and packaging. The company operates as an employee-owned manufacturer with locations in Germany (headquarters), France, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, UK, Switzerland, and Austria.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Transparent Boxes (Klarfaltboxen) The company's flagship product — transparent folding boxes that serve as both packaging and presentation, suitable for various products and customizable in material, shape, closure, and finishing options.
• Die Cut Parts (Stanzzuschnitte) Cost-effective, individually cut packaging solutions that can work without adhesive, suitable as standalone packaging or inserts for folding cartons, with various finishing options including printing and embossing.
• Lids (Stülpdeckel) Transparent slip cover lids placed over base packaging, available as one-part versions (complement to separate base) or two-part versions (clear lid and base), simple to fill with diverse finishing options.
• Thermoformed Parts / Blister (Tiefziehteile / Blister) Three-dimensional plastic packaging formed from film, including blister packs that offer theft protection, optimal product visibility and security, ideal for retail and wholesale applications.
• Round Boxes (Runddosen) Robust, transparent round boxes and cylindrical packaging ideal for storing small parts, with various finishing options including printing techniques and hot foil embossing.
• Unusual Shapes (Ausgefallene Formen) Specialty packaging shapes including conical boxes and Dubuy boxes with curved designs, offering comprehensive finishing options while maintaining sealed bases through ultrasonic sealing.
• Plastic Sleeves (Kunststoffhüllen) Transparent plastic sleeves and covers that display and protect products, emphasizing decisive product details with options for various materials and finishing including offset printing, screen printing, and hot foil embossing.
• Eco-R-PET Sustainable Material Sustainable packaging material using PET raw material derived from up to 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) waste such as PET bottles and other plastics, combining environmental responsibility with transparency and quality.
• Bio-PET Sustainable Material Bio-based PET partially produced from renewable raw materials, with approximately 30% of raw materials derived from sugar cane — fully recyclable sustainable alternative for transparent packaging.
• PET-Rec Sustainable Material Sustainable PET material based on recycled PET with 30-90% post-industry recyclate content, offering high transparency and stability while reducing resource consumption.
• Decorations (Finishing Services) Finishing services including coatings (full/partial, gloss/matte, UV), embossing (raised/deep/multiple levels), hot foil embossing, relief glamour coating, metallic effects, textured coatings, and scented coatings.
• Printing Services
• Finishing Processes
• Promotional Items, Displays & Signs Non-packaging plastic products including promotional items, safety signage, emergency exit signs, calendars, information signs, and menus.
• FaceShields Transparent face coverings produced during the COVID-19 crisis for protection against viruses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Eco-R-PET material contains up to 100% recycled PCR waste such as PET bottles and other plastics
• +3 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• natureOffice GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011Partnership for climate-neutral production certification. natureOffice calculates CO2 emissions from production and print processes, which are then offset through certified climate protection projects. This enables customers to request climate-neutral packaging products.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Coveris: Pan-European rigid and flexible plastic packaging converter serving food, beverage and personal-care brands - directly comparable to Seufert's transparent folding boxes, lids and thermoformed trays.
• Constantia Flexibles: Austria-headquartered flexible and rigid plastic packaging producer serving food, pharma and consumer-goods brands across Europe - comparable to Seufert in B2B custom printed transparent packaging with overlapping sustainability/recycled-content roadmaps.
• Klöckner Pentaplast: Global manufacturer of rigid and flexible plastic films including PET trays, blister films and transparent packaging for food, pharmaceutical and consumer goods - directly overlapping with Seufert's thermoformed PET, blister and folding-box portfolio.
• Huhtamäki: Finnish-listed packaging group with European rigid and transparent plastic operations for food, beverage and consumer goods - a directly comparable converter serving many of the same brand customers as Seufert in food and personal care.
• Alltub Group: Global producer of aluminum and plastic collapsible tubes and rigid containers for cosmetics, pharma and food - similar customer verticals (cosmetics/fragrance) and similar custom B2B conversion model to Seufert.
• Faerch Plast: Denmark-based specialist in recycled PET (rPET) and CPET/APET trays and containers for the European food industry - a focused peer to Seufert's thermoformed PET/Blister offering with deep PCR-content expertise.
• LINPAC Packaging: European manufacturer of rigid plastic trays, films and punnets for fresh food and foodservice - directly overlapping with Seufert's PET thermoformed blister and tray products.

Broad incumbents

• Berry Global: US-headquartered global packaging giant with extensive European rigid plastic and thermoformed operations across food, beverage and personal care - a much larger incumbent offering overlapping transparent and blister packaging formats.
• Amcor: Global packaging major with rigid and flexible plastic portfolios for healthcare, food and consumer goods - a broad incumbent whose rigid/thermoformed lines compete with Seufert at multinational brand customers.

Emerging players

• APET Vital Packaging: German specialist in transparent APET/PET packaging for food and non-food applications - a niche European peer with overlapping thermoformed PET focus and similar recycled-content positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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