What are the actual annual costs for Packaging Recovery Notes (PRNs) and how do different PRN providers compare?

Members report that PRN costs vary significantly between providers depending on their purchasing strategy and your client status. The two main providers discussed are:

- **Comply Direct** — recommended as a switch from Valpak; members note they may offer different pricing structures - **Valpak** — established provider; each provider buys PRNs differently, which affects costs

Key factors affecting your costs: - **Purchasing approach varies by provider** — some buy on the futures market, others use different strategies, which directly impacts the price you pay - **New vs. existing client status** — pricing may differ depending on whether you're a new or existing customer

One member asked the community to share their actual annual PRN costs to "sense check" theirs, but no specific figures were provided in the discussion. Members recommend getting quotes from multiple providers (Valpak and Comply Direct mentioned) and comparing their individual approaches before committing, as costs can differ substantially based on how each provider sources PRNs.