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Custom Product Boxes That Help You Sell
We make custom product boxes for a wide range of products and packaging needs.
Browse different product box styles below to see what they’re designed for. Once you find a style that fits your product then:
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Litho-Laminated Box
Use these when you need a heavy-duty product box
Tuck End Box
The everyday box for most products
Sleeve Box with Tray
A more playful approach to product packaging
Tuck End Boxes
Popular packaging for cannabis products
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Five Panel Hanger Box
Makes products easy to see and grab
Sleeve Box Packaging
When you just need to show a little
Sleeve Boxes
This one uses a tray to create a compact product box
Roll End Tuck Top
This box is all about product presentation
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Tuck End Box
Adding a hang tab creates new selling opportunities
Kit Box Packaging
Diagnostic kit boxes with inserts for tubes and vials
Snap Lock Bottom POP
Designed for high-visibility product placement
Snap Lock Bottom Box
When you need something a little stronger than a tuck end
Cute box packaging for skin care products
Tray and sleeve combination
Tuck End Box
A simple tuck end box with a die cut window can change the entire presentation
Roll End Tuck Front
Spot gloss here really changes how the packaging looks and feels
Auto Lock Bottom Box
Strong packaging can still feel premium
Header Cards
A low-cost way to turn poly bags into hanging product packaging
Snap Lock POP Box
With a built-in pop-up header, it turns product packaging into a countertop display
Sealed End Box
Designed for automated packaging lines
Roll End Tuck Front Box
Spot gloss UV adds texture and dimension to packaging
Tuck End Boxes
A soft touch finish gives simple tuck end boxes a premium look and feel
Auto Lock Bottom Box
When you need more carrying strength than a tuck end box can offer
Tuck End Box w/die cut window
Some products just need to show
Tuck End Boxes
Small tuck end boxes for eyeliners and lash products
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Tuck End Box
A touch of foil can transform simple packaging into something elegant
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Roll End Tuck Front Box
Roll end tucks are a simple, elegant product box
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Tuck End Boxes w/foil and soft touch finish
Turns simple tuck end packaging into something more luxurious
Auto Lock POPCounter Display
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Tuck End Box
w/ Hang Tab
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Candle Lids
Low-cost way to advertise your candle
Tuck End Boxes
w/ gold foil emboss and soft touch finish
Gravity Feed POP Boxes
Putting products within easy reach
Mailer Envelopes
Fedex style overnight envelopes with double sided tape closure
Tuck End Box Packaging
Help Me Find My Box
Start with what you want your packaging to do.
Most custom product boxes are a type of folding carton — boxes designed specifically for product packaging.
Cartons come in different styles based on how your product needs to be packaged, displayed, and sold.
Chances are, there’s already one that fits what you’re looking for.
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Point of Purchase Display
Sleeve Box Packaging
If You're Not Sure Where to Begin, Start With a Tuck End Box.
It’s the style most product manufacturers use because it’s simple, versatile, and cost-effective.
But tuck end boxes are just one type of folding carton.
So explore below — different cartons do different things. One of them will fit what you’re trying to do.
Custom Product Boxes That Help You Sell
We make custom product boxes for a wide range of products and packaging needs.
A Few Designs. Endless Possibilities.
Most product boxes are built from a small set of folding carton packaging designs—like tuck end boxes, auto lock bottom cartons, and display boxes—customized to fit your product and branding.
Custom printed boxes are the backbone of modern product packaging. Most are custom retail boxes designed specifically for shelf display, hanging packaging, and point-of-purchase presentation in stores.
Explore common box styles below to find the right box for your product.
Start With the Right Product Box
From everyday tuck end boxes to retail displays and hanging packaging, explore folding carton styles designed for different product packaging needs.
Find out more about these box styles below
All Product Boxes
Popular Product Boxes
Heavier-Duty Boxes
Hanging Product Boxes
Sleeve Boxes
Product Display Boxes
Tuck End
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Auto Lock Bottom
Snap Lock Bottom
Sleeve
Five Panel Hanger
Roll End Tuck Top
Roll End Tuck Front
Custom Product Box Styles
Common product box styles across many industries
Custom product boxes are typically printed folding cartons used for product packaging and retail presentation. Most are built from a small set of core box styles, each suited to a specific product, packaging need, or retail environment.
Popular Product Boxes
The product box styles manufacturers use most
These are the folding carton box styles used most often for retail and general product packaging—simple, reliable, and cost-effective. Tuck end boxes are the most common, with auto lock bottom and snap lock bottom cartons used when additional strength is needed.
Heavy Duty Tuck Boxes
When you need a bit more muscle
If your product is approaching a pound or more, consider these heavier-duty box styles. Reinforced auto bottom and snap lock cartons provide more strength and carrying ability for heavier products.
Packaging Designed to Hang
Getting products in front of the customer
Some products are made to hang—and that can be a big advantage in retail. Five panel hanger boxes and header cards are built for it.
Sleeve Box Packaging
Custom sleeve boxes as secondary packaging
Sleeve boxes are a simple folding carton design that slides over a tray, product, or inner box. They have no closing tucks. Often used as secondary packaging, they add branding, structure, and shelf appeal without fully enclosing the product. And sometimes, letting part of the product show is exactly the point.
POP Counter Display Boxes
Display packaging that drives impulse buys
POP display boxes and gravity feeds sit on counters and showcase products right from the carton. Tear-away fronts and angled openings make products easy to access while keeping them visible at the point of purchase.
Tuck End
The everyday retail box
• The most popular custom folding carton box used for product packaging today.
• Simple, highly-versatile design.
• Easily customized with hang tabs, thumb notches and window cutouts.
• Interior can be partitioned into separate compartments.
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What's a Good Paper Thickness for My Box?
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16pt (0.016″ ≈ slightly thicker than a business card)
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Best for very small product boxes.
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Rule of thumb: footprint (floor of the box) of about 1″ × 1″ or smaller.
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18pt (0.018″ ≈ just under credit-card thickness)
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Strong enough for most cosmetics, food, and shelf packaging.
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Cost-effective and versatile — the “everyday” choice for custom boxes.
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Rule of thumb: footprint of about 2.75″ × 2.75″ or smaller.
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24pt (0.024″ ≈ credit-card thickness)
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Stiffer and more rigid, with a premium feel in hand.
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Ideal for larger, heavier, or higher-end products where strength and presentation matter.
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Rule of thumb: footprint of about 3″ × 3″ or larger.
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Cardstock.... or Paperboard?
The paper behind your packaging matters
You may have seen box specs like “18pt cardstock” online — but not all 18pt paper is created equal.
• Cardstock: A thick paper used for crafts, postcards, and invitations. It’s cheaper and technically works for light packaging — but it lacks the stiffness and durability needed for most product boxes.
• Paperboard: A stiffer material engineered specifically for packaging. It folds cleanly, glues reliably, and holds its shape to protect your product — and your brand — on the shelf.
The key is knowing what you’re buying. In retail, your product box is what closes the sale — so it needs to perform and look its best. That’s why we use a quality paperboard — so your packaging doesn’t just hold together, it helps sell what’s inside.
Does a Thicker Paperboard Make for a Better Product Box?
The real question is, do you need a thicker paper?
Strength?
Are you looking for
Solid Feel?
Paperboard Thickness
24pt paper is thicker and stiffer than 18pt paper. That's true. But using a thicker paper isn't always the best solution. In many cases, both thicknesses provide plenty of strength.
What it often comes down to is how the packaging feels in your hand—flimsy or rock solid.
Size and Structure Matter
As a general rule, the smaller the box, the stronger the box. That's because the folds that create the box's front, back, and side panels are closer together, giving the paperboard less room to flex.
Those folds act as built-in supports, resulting in a stronger box. That's why increasing paper thickness isn't always the answer.
A Good Rule of Thumb in Choosing a Paperboard Thickness
While factors like product weight and protection requirements can influence paperboard selection, these guidelines are a good starting point:
• If the length and width are 2" or less, 18pt paperboard often works well.
• When box panels exceed 2", it's time to start thinking about 24pt paperboard.
Short-Run Custom Product Boxes
Because not every order needs to be massive.
Sometimes you need just a little bit...
Small‑run box printing gives you premium custom packaging for smaller runs—flexible, fast, and retail‑ready. Because not every product launch needs tens of thousands of boxes.
...And that's where short runs come in.
Perfect for smaller volumes and multi‑SKU runs, it delivers the same high‑quality look and feel as larger production runs—without the heavy set up costs.
Short Run Product Boxes
Print just what you need. When you need it.
Perfect for....
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Startups launching new products for retail shelves
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Small‑volume or specialty retail product lines
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Limited‑time retail promotions and seasonal campaigns
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Prototyping and market testing before a retail rollout
There’s more to product packaging than just the box.
See how presentation changes perception and influences sales.....
Design Packaging that Sells
Most Product Boxes Are Folding Cartons
Printed cartons do more than just hold your product—they help sell it.
You may not know the term, but you’ve seen them everywhere—lightweight, custom printed boxes used for product packaging across many industries.
Holding your product is only part of the job. Printed cartons also communicate quality, support your branding, and influence how your product is perceived.
That’s why major brands use product packaging to do more than protect what’s inside—they use it to shape how the product is perceived before it’s ever picked up.
Packaging and Branding
Packaging That Builds Trust — and Drives Sales
Because buyers don't just buy products — they buy what they trust.
You're here because you need product packaging. But your goal should be more than just finding a box for your product. It's to build a strong brand.
And that's where branding comes in:
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Shoppers seek out brands they know
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Shoppers will pay more to get branded products
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Branded products earn better retail placement — which means more sales
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Shoppers tend to view branded products as more premium
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Strong branding helps build loyalty
The right packaging doesn’t just hold your product — it signals quality, builds recognition, and gives buyers a reason to choose you over the competition.
Even a simple product box with a logo can make a difference. A logo isn’t just a mark — it represents everything your brand stands for.
The logo above? Just seeing it brings to mind all the qualities you associate with that brand. That’s the power of branded packaging: it shapes perception, builds trust, and influences purchase decisions.
The Details Matter. So Does the Team Behind Them.
You’re not just trusting us with your packaging — you’re trusting us with your product, your timeline, and the way your brand shows up in the world. That’s not something we take lightly.
Fast, responsive communication
You’ll get real answers from real people no call centers, no bots, and no waiting days for a reply.
Proofing that prevents surprises
We double-check dielines, catch red flags, and make sure your files are print-ready before they go to press.
Reliable production timelines
We hit deadlines, not just ship dates. If there’s a delay, you’ll hear it from us early not after it’s too late.
Quality you can feel
From folding consistency to color accuracy, we pay attention to the little things because your customers will, too.
FAQ's - Find out more
Frequently Asked Questions
Die cutting made simple
If you’ve ever held a cookie cutter and pressed stars or hearts out of dough, you’ve done die cutting. The cutter in your hand is the die, and you’re also the machine punching out each cookie. Die cut boxes work the same way—except a machine using a custom die cuts box shapes from paper.
Die Cutting in Printing
In product packaging, die cutting is how flat sheets of custom printed paperboard are turned into boxes. A steel cutting die is made for the box design, and a die cutting machine stamps that design out of the sheets. The cut pieces, called blanks, include both the box and any inserts. These blanks are then folded and glued into finished cartons ready for retail use.Yes. We offer bespoke packaging for custom product boxes, focusing on small and medium runs.
Whether you need a precise fit for an unusual shape, or want to add features like window cutouts or special coatings, we work with you to create boxes that stand out from the competition and help sell your product.Sí, fabricamos cajas impresas personalizadas para todo tipo de productos y negocios. La mayoría de nuestros clientes son pequeñas y medianas empresas que buscan cajas impresas en tirajes cortos. Tú eliges el tamaño, diseño y acabado que mejor se adapten a tu marca.
Esperamos poder ofrecer atención bilingüe en el futuro; por ahora, todo el servicio y soporte es en inglés.
Yes, we manufacture custom printed boxes for all types of products and businesses. Most of our customers are small to medium-sized companies looking for short-run printed box packaging. You choose the size, design, and finish that best fit your brand.
We hope to offer bilingual service in the future; for now, all service and support is provided in English.
Because it's a convenient way to refer to paperboard and cardstock paper thicknesses.
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In the U.S., paperboard thickness is measured in points (pt). One point = one thousandth of an inch (0.001″).
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Packaging done overseas uses gsm (grams per square meter), which measures weight instead of thickness.
Because the two systems measure paper thickness differently, it's difficult to get a good comparison. The chart below shows paperboard thicknesses commonly used for custom product boxes.
Paperboard vs. Cardstock Thickness Chart (pt, inches, mm, gsm)
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16pt
0.016
0.4064
300-325
18pt
0.018
0.4572
350-400
24pt
0.024"
0.6096
450-530
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The difference is thickness — 24pt is thicker and more rigid than 18pt. “Pt” stands for thousandths of an inch (0.001"). That extra stiffness matters in boxes for product packaging, where durability and shelf appeal are key.
People often refer to “18pt or 24pt cardstock” for retail box packaging, but cardstock isn’t ideal for printed boxes. Paperboard is a better choice — it’s made specifically for packaging, with superior print quality, foldability, and strength.
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18pt paperboard – lighter; used for cosmetics, food sleeves, samples
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24pt paperboard – thicker; better for larger or heavier products
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Yes. In fact, many of our clients print their packaging this way. Custom product boxes with logos add branding and color to your printed packaging, helping your products stand out on shelves. And this is what custom printed packaging is all about—sending just the right message.