Tupperware

The exclusive importers of Tupperware to NZ said they were closing on October 30, citing Covid-19 as having been detrimental to their business.

"While our amazing salesforce worked hard to adapt to online events and sales, increased costs and declining sales meant that a difficult decision had to be made. Even with the relaxation of lockdowns, there is an understandable reluctance for in-home parties. This decision was not made lightly as we are all aware of the impact that this would have on the 'family' that is Tupperware, past and present, salesforce and consumers."

No more Tupperware parties - as the country's only importer closes after 50 years. The plastic food containers were sold at get togethers where friends and.

- Publish Date - Wed, 24 Aug 2022, 3:53pm - Author

By RNZ. Tupperware is closing its New Zealand business after almost 50 years of selling its mainly plastic household products here.

Tupperware was founded in the US in 1946 and before the advent of the internet it used a party plan structure with mainly women hosting gatherings to sell its products to those who attended. Make it your business to knowStart your day with the latest business headlines straight to your inbox. In a statement the company said some more of its range would arrive in Aotearoa in early September, with consumers being encouraged to contact their consultant or shop online.

OPINION: Forlorn and alone in my kitchen pantry right now is one small square-ish Tupperware container with a light blue lid, dating to circa 1975.

It’s amazing, really, that Tupperware ever sold us their concept of a “party”. And for some years, I’ve preferred the Sistema brand. I don’t care if the containers do stack on top of each other. But these days, my jumbled “Tupperware” drawers are mostly full of Sistema lunchboxes and used Thai takeaway containers in medium and large. The pressure to buy was breathtaking. I did already value it for its lasting power, airtightness, and sheer ugly practicality.

Sales will continue until 30 October when it will cease trading. In a statement the company said some more of its range would arrive in Aotearoa in early ...

It says Covid-19 has caused a decline in sales and Tupperware parties. UOL has been the only importer of Tupperware in NZ since 2020. “For 47 of the last ...

The hosts received free products depending on the number of sales made. [Then in 2011, that become 1.7 seconds](http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/5543099/The-rise-and-rise-of-Tupperware), driven by a direct sales force of 2.6 million - still mostly women - in nearly 100 markets. As of August 29 account holders will no longer be able to earn TupperPoints. After that, any remaining points would be forfeited and not be able to be redeemed. Even with the relaxation of lockdowns, there is an understandable reluctance for in-home parties.” "As did inflationary pressures and unfavourable foreign exchange rate fluctuations.