In the fast-paced world of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), reliable coding and marking aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re essential. From traceability and regulatory compliance to sustainability and brand protection, coding plays a crucial role in getting products safely from factory to shelf.
At REA UK, we understand the pressure manufacturers face to keep pace with market demands, shifting regulations, and evolving technologies. That’s why we deliver future-ready coding and marking solutions, engineered for precision, speed, and durability across a wide range of FMCG applications.
Why FMCG Coding and Marking Matters More Than Ever
The landscape of FMCG manufacturing is constantly changing. Supply chains are becoming more complex. Regulatory frameworks are tightening. And with growing calls for sustainability, packaging formats are evolving fast.
Brands that embrace advanced coding technology today are better positioned for tomorrow’s challenges—whether that’s improved product traceability, smarter automation, or integrating AI across production.
Keeping Up with Regulatory Expectations
In the UK and across Europe, legislation around product safety, labelling, and environmental impact continues to evolve. Whether you’re navigating UKCA marking, adapting to post-Brexit regulatory divergence, or ensuring GS1-compliant traceability, clear and consistent coding is key.
In the personal care and cosmetics sectors, for example, there’s growing scrutiny around labelling claims, allergen transparency, and safety documentation. With misinformation under the microscope, accurate, permanent marking is more than a compliance issue—it’s a brand reputation essential.
The Move to Smarter, Greener Packaging
UK supermarkets and brands are increasingly investing in sustainable packaging—moving away from plastics, embracing recyclables, and using smarter digital tools like QR codes to share product data and sustainability credentials.
Recent initiatives (such as QR codes replacing barcodes on milk cartons) demonstrate how digital coding can both reduce environmental impact and enhance customer experience. At REA UK, we support this shift by offering clean, reliable, and flexible coding solutions that work across paper, cardboard, foil, plastic, and more—without compromising print quality.
Advanced Solutions for Complex Production Lines
Whether you’re working with sachets, cartons, bottles, flexibles, or sleeves, we have a solution for your speed, substrate, and compliance needs. Our systems are designed for the rigours of 24/7 production—and built to last.
Our FMCG-ready solutions include:
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REA JET HR – High-resolution thermal inkjet (TIJ) for variable data, barcodes, and batch codes on porous and non-porous packaging. Up to 600 dpi for maximum readability.
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REA JET GK 2.0 – Robust piezo inkjet for large-format logos, 2D codes, and graphics on secondary packaging.
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REA JET UP – Ultra-precise printing for complex, high-volume lines with a modular setup.
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Laser Systems – Permanent, high-contrast coding with no consumables. Perfect for anti-counterfeiting and sustainability.
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REA VERIFIER – Inline code grading and validation for guaranteed ISO and GS1 compliance.
From expiry dates to QR codes, batch IDs to traceability data, we make sure every mark does its job—clearly and consistently.
Why Work With REA UK?
We’re more than just a supplier—we’re your partner in productivity. At REA UK, we offer German-engineered hardware, expert advice, and local UK support that ensures you get a solution that works from day one—and keeps delivering year after year.
We help FMCG brands:
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Stay compliant
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Reduce downtime
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Improve traceability
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Meet sustainability goals
Ready to Future-Proof Your FMCG Line?
Let’s talk about how we can help you streamline your operation, improve traceability, and stay one step ahead of change.
👉 Contact us today or visit our FMCG Solutions page to learn more.