Cardboard Candy Boxes
Great
366 reviews on
Trustpilot
Delight your customers with cardboard candy boxes, crafted for freshness, durability, and eye-catching branding. Choose your size and finish to match your product line. Request your free quote and fast turnaround now!
$0.74
UNLIMITED CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
A printing technique employing a plate to transfer designs onto paper. Ideal for extensive print jobs.
Plate-free digital printing transfers designs electronically, cost-effective for short runs.
Screen printing is a method using a mesh screen and stencil to transfer ink onto a substrate.
Quick-drying printing technique utilizing ultraviolet lights for ink curing, yielding a glossy finish.
Consisting of water-based pigments, Ensures top-notch color output with a 100% eco-friendly profile.
Fluorescent inks are vibrant, UV-reactive pigments that emit vivid colors under ultraviolet light.
Generate pure colors using specific ink formulas to consistently & precisely reproduce color in printing.
Produce metallic colors through precise ink formulations to replicate color in printing.
Premium bleached white paperboard, specially coated on one side to enhance printing & finishing.
Bleached white paperboard, coated on both sides to achieve superior printing quality and finishes.
Top-notch textured paper, perfect for adding a touch of style when wrapping up durable boxes.
A unique paper material showcasing a shiny or matte metallic laminated surface.
Bleached kraft paper crafted from a blend of new and recycled pulp, coated on both sides for optimal printing.
Kraft paper produced from a combination of new and recycled paper pulp, with coating on both sides for printing purposes.
Kraft paper dyed black, manufactured from a blend of new and recycled pulp, and coated on both sides for printing applications.
Crafted from recycled grey chipboard cardboard, also known as uncoated recycled paperboard, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.
Unique paper material showcasing a holographic laminated surface in either glossy or matte finish.
Grey chipboard, one-sided white cardboard with a smooth, printable surface, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.
Gloss lamination enhances visual appeal by applying a shiny finish, and protecting printed materials.
Matte lamination offers a non-reflective finish, providing elegant appearance to printed materials.
Made with a smooth lamination that feels like touching a peach, can choose between a satin or matte.
A UV coating is applied to a specific area and then cured using ultraviolet light to make it sturdy.
A transparent coating is applied using the CMYK printing technique, and it comes in gloss, satin, or matte.
A fast-drying coating that undergoes curing through ultraviolet light is offered in both gloss and matte.
In a printing method, dies are pressed onto the back of the material to create a raised motif.
A printing technique that involves pressing dies onto the front of the material to create a raised motif.
In foil relief printing, foil is transferred at high temperatures, often employing multiple colors.
Craft a die-cut shape with a plastic film layer, revealing a window to showcase the product inside.
We recommend the ideal material and add-ons like lamination, foiling, embossing UV, etc.
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 candy boxes keep bulk and individually packed candy fresh, tamper-evident, and easy for customers to grab off a shelf or checkout counter. From fudge and taffy to gourmet chocolate assortments, candy needs food-safe packaging that seals well and prints brightly enough to compete for attention next to impulse-buy displays. Crat Packaging manufactures custom cardboard candy boxes at our own US facility, with free design support and a low 100-unit minimum order.
Key Features of Our Cardboard Candy Boxes
- Food-safe board — FDA-compliant paperboard suitable for direct or near-direct candy contact.
- Bright, full-color printing — CMYK printing built for shelf-standout colors and flavor labeling.
- Secure closures — auto-lock bottoms, tuck-end flaps, and tamper-evident seal options.
- Window options — die-cut clear windows that show off colorful candy without opening the box.
- Insert compatibility — divided cardboard or corrugated inserts that keep assorted candy pieces separated and stable.
- Multiple stock choices — SBS, kraft, and corrugated board sized for anything from single-serve to gift assortments.
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Box Style | Auto-lock bottom, straight tuck end, reverse tuck end, window box |
| Dimensions | Custom sized from single-serve favors to gift assortments |
| Material / Stock | Food-safe SBS board, kraft cardboard, corrugated board |
| Thickness | 250–400 gsm |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS spot color, digital or offset |
| Finishing | Matte/gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing/debossing |
| Add-ons | Die-cut window, divided inserts, hang hole |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days (8-day expedited available) |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
From small individual-favor candy boxes to larger multi-piece gift assortments, every die line is cut to your exact candy count and portion size.
Materials
Food-safe SBS board is standard for direct candy contact; kraft cardboard suits an artisanal or natural confectionery brand; corrugated board adds strength for shipped candy gift boxes.
Printing and Finishes
Full CMYK printing for bright, shelf-competitive colors, PMS matching for consistent brand color across a candy line, foil stamping and spot UV for a premium gift-box look, and matte or gloss lamination for durability.
Add-ons
Die-cut windows to display colorful candy pieces, divided inserts to keep assorted flavors separated and undamaged, and hang holes for peg-hook checkout display.
Industries and Use Cases
Candy shops and confectioners, chocolatiers, bakeries selling packaged sweets, gift and holiday retailers, and wedding or event favor companies all order custom cardboard candy boxes from Crat for retail shelves and gift assortments.
How to Order
- Request a free quote with your candy count, box dimensions, and order quantity.
- Our design team helps finalize artwork, window placement, and insert layout at no charge.
- Approve your digital or physical proof.
- Production runs 10–15 business days, with 8-day expedited service available.
- Your candy boxes ship from our US production facility.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging produces every candy box at our own US facility, using food-safe materials, with no setup, plate, or die charges, free design support, and a low 100-unit minimum order. Bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit, depending on size, material, quantity, and finishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the board food-safe for candy?
Yes. We use FDA-compliant paperboard suitable for candy packaging, with food-safe coatings available where contact is direct.
Can you add a window to show the candy?
Yes, we die-cut clear windows into candy boxes so customers can see the product before buying.
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; an 8-day expedited option is available.
Can you include dividers for assorted candy?
Yes, we offer divided cardboard or corrugated inserts that keep multiple candy flavors or pieces separated and stable.
Do you charge extra for die-cutting a new box shape?
No, plate and die-cut charges are free on every order, including custom candy box shapes.
Give your candy packaging that sells as well as it protects — get a free quote from Crat Packaging today.
Shop with Confidence
