I think that is a rather difficult question to answer.
It depends on several different factors.
How much money do you have right now.
What stage the product is in right now.
Are you able to reach more investors or trying to.
What des the company need right now.
I would be open to having a meeting with you and your team to discuss where you product is right now and how we can take it to where you want it to go. Please feel free to reach out.
Experience:
Certified Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA) with 15+ years in finance, operations, and business development. Founder of AUROCKS Finance, advising startups and SMEs on funding, lean scaling, and investment strategy.
Answer:
Starting a tissue paper production business with limited capital is possible — but only if you treat it as a lean manufacturing and distribution challenge, not a full-scale industrial project.
Here’s how to approach it strategically:
1. Start micro, not mini-factory: Outsource part of the production chain — e.g., converting jumbo rolls instead of producing base paper. This cuts machinery costs by 70–80%.
2. Leverage shared infrastructure: Partner with small local units or cooperatives to use existing cutting or packaging lines during idle hours.
3. Focus on one high-margin segment: Avoid generic tissue. Target premium napkins, eco rolls, or B2B supply (cafés, hotels) where repeat orders stabilize cash flow.
4. Keep distribution hyper-local: Skip large distributors early on. Sell directly to nearby retailers or via WhatsApp and local delivery networks to preserve margins.
5. Bootstrap with small working capital cycles: Use pre-orders, deposit-based contracts, or B2B credit swaps to keep liquidity healthy.
If you’d like, I can help you outline a low-capex entry model — including cost estimates, break-even analysis, and sourcing options — in a short strategic session.
