Cardboard Boxes with Handles and Lids
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Cardboard Boxes with Handles and Lids combine eco-friendly materials with dependable strength for a wide range of uses. Free design support and fast turnaround available. Get your free quote today!
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Get Free Design Support with your box 3d Renders or Send Your Design File for Printing.
Upon design approval, we’ll print and conduct quality checks before shipping the boxes to you.
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | Available in Custom Sizes |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone Color, Full Color & No Printing |
| Paper Stock | Eco-Friendly Kraft, Corrugated Cardboard & Premium Rigid Stock |
| Coating | Semi-Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, Matte UV & Spot UV |
| Default Process | Die Cutting, Gluing, Scoring, Perforating |
| Custom Options | Window Cut Out, Gold/Silver Foiling, Embossing, Raised Ink |
| Proof | Digital Proof, 3D Mock-Up |
| Shipping | Shipped FLAT (Free Shipping Across USA & Canada) |
| Help | For further inquiries and Quotes, contact us or email at sales@cratpackaging.com |
Cardboard boxes with handles and lids give wholesale buyers a two-piece box that closes securely and carries easily in one motion. Built for brands that need a box a customer can lift straight off a shelf or counter — gift hampers, bakery trays, subscription kits, and retail take-home packs — these boxes combine a separate fitted lid with a die-cut or rope handle so the product stays protected and presentable from checkout to doorstep. Crat Packaging manufactures them at our own US facility, with free design support, no setup charges, and a low 100-unit minimum order.
Key Features of Our Cardboard Boxes With Handles and Lids
- Separate lift-off lid — a true two-piece construction (base + lid), not a tuck flap, so the box opens and closes cleanly for repeat use.
- Reinforced handle cutouts — die-cut or rope handles rated for the product weight, tested so they don’t tear under load.
- Full custom printing — CMYK and PMS color matching so your logo, brand colors, and product information print edge to edge.
- Premium finishing — matte or gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, and embossing/debossing for a retail-ready look.
- Structural strength — SBS board, corrugated E/B-flute, or kraft stock chosen to match product weight and shipping distance.
- Add-on options — die-cut windows, custom inserts, and ribbon or tissue paper accents for gifting and hamper use.
- Sustainable materials — recyclable SBS and kraft board with eco-friendly, water-based inks available on request.
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Box Style | Two-piece base + lid with cut-out or rope handle (also see our cardboard boxes with handles for handle-only styles and cardboard storage boxes with handles for bulk storage use) |
| Dimensions | Fully custom — small gift-hamper sizes up to large retail carry cartons |
| Material / Stock | SBS board, corrugated E/B-flute, kraft cardboard |
| Thickness | 250–450 gsm depending on load weight |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS spot color, digital or offset |
| Finishing | Matte/gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing/debossing |
| Add-ons | Die-cut window, custom inserts, rope or ribbon handles, hang hole |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days (8-day expedited available) |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
We die-cut every lid-and-base combination to your product’s exact footprint, so buyers packing hampers, bakery boxes, or subscription kits don’t pay for wasted void space.
Materials
Choose SBS board for a smooth, print-ready surface, corrugated board when the box will be shipped, or natural kraft for an eco-forward, rustic look.
Printing and Finishes
Full CMYK or PMS printing, matte or gloss lamination, spot UV highlights, hot-stamped foil, and embossing/debossing are all available with no extra plate charge.
Add-ons
Add a die-cut viewing window, a custom cardboard or foam insert to hold contents in place, and a reinforced rope or die-cut handle rated for your product’s weight.
Industries and Use Cases
Gift and hamper brands, bakeries and food gifting companies, cosmetic and skincare subscription boxes, corporate gifting programs, and e-commerce retailers who want a premium unboxing moment all order cardboard boxes with handles and lids from Crat.
How to Order
- Request a free quote with your box dimensions and quantity.
- Work with our design team at no charge to finalize artwork, handle placement, and finishes.
- Approve your digital or physical proof.
- Production begins — standard turnaround is 10–15 business days, with 8-day expedited service available.
- Your order ships from our US production facility.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging produces every box at our own US facility, so there’s no overseas lead time to plan around. We charge no setup, plate, or die fees, offer free design support on every order, and keep the minimum order at just 100 units. Bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit, depending on size, material, quantity, and finishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between a lid-and-handle box and a regular handle box?
This style has a separate lift-off lid over a base, giving a cleaner presentation for gifting and hampers, while a standard handle box is usually a single tuck-style carton with a cut handle. Both include a reinforced handle for carrying.
Can the handle and lid be custom printed?
Yes. The lid, base, and handle area can all carry full CMYK or PMS printing, your logo, and finishing like foil or spot UV.
What’s the minimum order quantity?
Our minimum order for this box style is 100 units.
How long does production take?
Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days for this box style; expedited production in 8 business days is available on request.
Do you charge setup or die-cut fees?
No. Plate and die-cut charges are free on every order, and our design team helps you finalize artwork at no extra cost.
What materials work best for heavier products?
For heavier hamper or gift-set contents, we recommend corrugated E/B-flute board for the base with an SBS lid for a clean printed surface.
Ready to package your product in a box that carries as well as it presents? Get a free quote from Crat Packaging today.
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