Verified Nov 2026
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Cranston, Rhode Island
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Since 1953
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging, a trade name of Nelipak Corporation, is headquartered in Cranston, Rhode Island, and was founded in 1953. It is privately held and reports an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. The company designs and manufactures thermoformed packaging for the medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In September 2025 it announced a packaging solution developed with Cook Medical using Tyvek with Renewable Attribution.
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1953
Headquarters
Cranston, Rhode Island
Certifications
ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
288
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
288
Named foreign suppliers
41
Top origins
Belgium · Germany · Panama · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Nelipak Healthcare Packaging.
What this tells a buyer
Nelipak announced in December 2025 that it had acquired Merrill's Packaging, adding to its presence in healthcare manufacturing and innovation hubs.
The company produces thermoformed medical trays, medical blisters, surgical procedure trays, and sterile barrier packaging, and holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications.
Nelipak is privately owned, and its published materials describe 14 manufacturing sites across five countries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
73 years in operation (founded 1953).
Holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging, a trade name of Nelipak Corporation, is headquartered in Cranston, Rhode Island, and was founded in 1953. It is privately held and reports an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. The company designs and manufactures thermoformed packaging for the medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In September 2025 it announced a packaging solution developed with Cook Medical using Tyvek with Renewable Attribution.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1953 |
Headquarters | Cranston, Rhode Island |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Nelipak Healthcare Packaging makes
The company produces thermoformed medical trays, medical blisters, surgical procedure trays, and sterile barrier packaging, and holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Tooling, Plastic, Extrusion, Seal, Coating (source: nelipak.com).
Certifications
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — nelipak.com
ISO 14001 — nelipak.com
ISO 9001 — nelipak.com
Trade and customs footprint
Nelipak announced in December 2025 that it had acquired Merrill's Packaging, adding to its presence in healthcare manufacturing and innovation hubs. US customs bill-of-lading records list 288 inbound shipments across 41 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Germany · Panama · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-10-05 — Nelipak Wins 2026 DuPont™ Tyvek® Sustainable Healthcare Packaging Award for Sustainability In-use | Nelipak (nelipak.com)
2026-09-08 — Opening Q4 2026: Nelipak’s new Costa Rica manufacturing site located at Costa Rica Green Valley | Business and Technology Park! | Nelipak Healthcare Packaging (linkedin.com)
2026-03-11 — Nelipak Announces Opening of Asia-Pacific Technical Development Center | Nelipak (nelipak.com)
2025-12-08 — Nelipak Acquires Merrill's Packaging. Strengthens presence in growing healthcare manufacturing and innovation hubs. | Nelipak (nelipak.com)
2025-09-03 — Cook Medical and Nelipak create healthcare packaging solutions enabled by Tyvek® with Renewable Attribution | Nelipak (nelipak.com)
2025-07-24 — Nelipak Breaks Ground on New Healthcare Packaging Facility in Grecia, Alajuela | Nelipak (nelipak.com)
Company details
Nelipak is privately owned, and its published materials describe 14 manufacturing sites across five countries. Nelipak Healthcare Packaging was founded in 1953, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Cranston, Rhode Island. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 73 years in operation (founded 1953). Holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Nelipak Healthcare Packaging do?
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging, a trade name of Nelipak Corporation, is headquartered in Cranston, Rhode Island, and was founded in 1953. It is privately held and reports an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. The company designs and manufactures thermoformed packaging for the medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In September 2025 it announced a packaging solution developed with Cook Medical using Tyvek with Renewable Attribution.
Where is Nelipak Healthcare Packaging headquartered?
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging is headquartered in Cranston, Rhode Island (21 Amflex Dr, Cranston, Rhode Island, 02921).
When was Nelipak Healthcare Packaging founded?
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging was founded in 1953.
How big is Nelipak Healthcare Packaging?
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Nelipak Healthcare Packaging hold?
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging lists ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Nelipak Healthcare Packaging import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 288 inbound shipments for Nelipak Healthcare Packaging, with top origins including Belgium · Germany · Panama · Netherlands.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 401-946-2699
Certification
ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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