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Cardboard Carry Out Boxes 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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UNLIMITED CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
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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 carry out boxes are made for one specific job: getting hot, cold, or freshly prepared food from a restaurant counter to a customer’s table or car without leaking, sagging, or going soggy. Whether you run a restaurant, bakery, food truck, or catering business, a reliable carry-out box has to hold its shape under weight, resist grease, and keep food at the right temperature a little longer. Crat Packaging manufactures custom cardboard carry out boxes at our own US facility, with free design support and a low 100-unit minimum order.
Key Features of Our Cardboard Carry Out Boxes
- Grease-resistant coating — a food-safe barrier that stops oil and sauce from soaking through the board.
- Leak-resistant construction — locking tabs and folded seams that hold liquids and sauces without seeping.
- Ventilation options — die-cut vents that let steam escape so fried and hot food doesn’t turn soggy in transit.
- Full custom printing — CMYK branding for restaurant logos, menu items, and social handles.
- Reinforced handles — carry handles rated for hot, heavier meal loads.
- Food-grade materials — FDA-compliant board approved for direct food contact.
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Box Style | Auto-lock bottom, gable-top carry-out, tray-style carry-out |
| Dimensions | Custom sized for single meals up to multi-portion catering orders |
| Material / Stock | Food-grade grease-resistant SBS board, corrugated board for larger orders |
| Thickness | 300–400 gsm |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS spot color, digital or offset |
| Finishing | Grease-resistant coating, matte finish |
| Add-ons | Ventilation holes, reinforced handles, locking closure tabs |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days (8-day expedited available) |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
Single-meal, family-size, and catering-tray dimensions are all die-cut to order so food fits securely without shifting.
Materials
Grease-resistant SBS board is standard for hot food; corrugated board adds strength for larger catering carry-out orders and multi-box deliveries.
Printing and Finishes
Full CMYK printing for restaurant branding, menu callouts, and reorder information; food-grade coating that keeps grease and moisture from soaking through the exterior print.
Add-ons
Ventilation holes to release steam and prevent sogginess, reinforced handle cutouts for heavier orders, and locking tabs that keep the box closed during delivery.
Industries and Use Cases
Restaurants and quick-service chains, bakeries and cafes, food trucks, and catering and event food services all order this takeout packaging from Crat for dine-away, delivery, and takeout orders.
How to Order
- Request a free quote with your menu portion sizes and order quantity.
- Our design team helps finalize branding, ventilation placement, and closure style at no charge.
- Approve your digital or physical proof.
- Production runs 10–15 business days, with 8-day expedited service available.
- Your carry out boxes ship from our US production facility.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging produces every takeout box at our own US facility using food-grade 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
Are the boxes grease-resistant?
Yes, our carry out boxes use a food-safe grease-resistant coating that stops oil and sauce from soaking through the board.
Will fried food stay crispy in transit?
We can add die-cut ventilation holes that let steam escape, which helps keep fried and hot food from going soggy.
What’s the minimum order quantity?
Our minimum order for this carry-out box style is 100 units.
How long does production take?
Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days for these boxes; an 8-day expedited option is available.
Is the board food-safe?
Yes, we use FDA-compliant, food-grade board approved for direct food contact.
Can you print our menu logo and social handles?
Yes, full CMYK printing lets you include your logo, tagline, and social media handles on every box.
Give your food service a carry-out box built for the road — get a free quote from Crat Packaging today.
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