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Custom boxes for small business: budget-friendly, no minimum order. Ideal for startups, Etsy sellers, and growing brands.

$0.56

7 to 15-BUSINESS DAYS
Free Design Support
Best and Competitive Pricing
HIGH QUALITY OFFSET PRINTING
LOW MINIMUMS ORDERS
Create Your Perfect Box with
UNLIMITED CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
Offset Printing
Offset Printing

A printing technique employing a plate to transfer designs onto paper. Ideal for extensive print jobs.

Digital Print
Digital Printing

Plate-free digital printing transfers designs electronically, cost-effective for short runs.

Screen Printing Machine
Screen Printing

Screen printing is a method using a mesh screen and stencil to transfer ink onto a substrate.

UV Printing
UV Printing

Quick-drying printing technique utilizing ultraviolet lights for ink curing, yielding a glossy finish.

Water base Ink
Water-based Inks

Consisting of water-based pigments, Ensures top-notch color output with a 100% eco-friendly profile.

fluorescent color ink
Fluorescent Inks

Fluorescent inks are vibrant, UV-reactive pigments that emit vivid colors under ultraviolet light.

Pantone
Pantone

Generate pure colors using specific ink formulas to consistently & precisely reproduce color in printing.

Panton Colors
Pantone Metallic

Produce metallic colors through precise ink formulations to replicate color in printing.

1 Side Coated Card
SBS C1S

Premium bleached white paperboard, specially coated on one side to enhance printing & finishing.

2 Side Coated Card
SBS C2S

Bleached white paperboard, coated on both sides to achieve superior printing quality and finishes.

textured paper
Textured

Top-notch textured paper, perfect for adding a touch of style when wrapping up durable boxes.

Gold Metallic Paper
Metallic Paper

A unique paper material showcasing a shiny or matte metallic laminated surface.

white kraft
White Kraft

Bleached kraft paper crafted from a blend of new and recycled pulp, coated on both sides for optimal printing.

Brown Kraft
Natural Brown Kraft

Kraft paper produced from a combination of new and recycled paper pulp, with coating on both sides for printing purposes.

Black Kraft
Black Kraft

Kraft paper dyed black, manufactured from a blend of new and recycled pulp, and coated on both sides for printing applications.

Grey Chipboard
Grey Chipboard

Crafted from recycled grey chipboard cardboard, also known as uncoated recycled paperboard, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.

holographic paper
Holographic

Unique paper material showcasing a holographic laminated surface in either glossy or matte finish.

White Duplex Board
White Duplex Chipboard

Grey chipboard, one-sided white cardboard with a smooth, printable surface, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.

Gloss Lamination
Gloss Lamination

Gloss lamination enhances visual appeal by applying a shiny finish, and protecting printed materials.

Matte Lamination
Matte Lamination

Matte lamination offers a non-reflective finish, providing elegant appearance to printed materials.

Soft Touch Lamination
Soft Touch Lamination

Made with a smooth lamination that feels like touching a peach, can choose between a satin or matte.

spot gloss uv
Spot UV

A UV coating is applied to a specific area and then cured using ultraviolet light to make it sturdy.

Varnish
Varnish

A transparent coating is applied using the CMYK printing technique, and it comes in gloss, satin, or matte.

uv printing
UV Coating

A fast-drying coating that undergoes curing through ultraviolet light is offered in both gloss and matte.

Embossing on Box
Embossing

In a printing method, dies are pressed onto the back of the material to create a raised motif.

Debossing on box
Debossing

A printing technique that involves pressing dies onto the front of the material to create a raised motif.

Gold Foil Boxes
Hot Foil Stamping

In foil relief printing, foil is transferred at high temperatures, often employing multiple colors.

Window Patching
Window Patching

Craft a die-cut shape with a plastic film layer, revealing a window to showcase the product inside.

How does the process work
Getting to Know the Process in Crat Packaging
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We recommend the ideal material and add-ons like lamination, foiling, embossing UV, etc.

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Artwork Design For Print

Get Free Design Support with your box 3d Renders or Send Your Design File for Printing.

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Effortless Printing & Shipping

Upon design approval, we’ll print and conduct quality checks before shipping the boxes to you.

Technical Specifications

DimensionsAvailable in Custom Sizes
PrintingCMYK, Pantone Color, Full Color & No Printing
Paper StockEco-Friendly Kraft, Corrugated Cardboard & Premium Rigid Stock
CoatingSemi-Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, Matte UV & Spot UV
Default ProcessDie Cutting, Gluing, Scoring, Perforating
Custom OptionsWindow Cut Out, Gold/Silver Foiling, Embossing, Raised Ink
ProofDigital Proof, 3D Mock-Up
ShippingShipped FLAT (Free Shipping Across USA & Canada)
HelpFor further inquiries and Quotes, contact us or email at sales@cratpackaging.com
Learn More About Custom Boxes for Small Business

Custom boxes for small business from Crat Packaging give growing brands professional, budget-friendly packaging with no minimum order, so startups can order exactly what they need.

Small Business Box Specifications

Box StyleMailer, tuck-end, or subscription-style box
MaterialCorrugated cardboard or kraft stock
AssemblyFlat-ship, easy self-assembly
Best ForStartups, home-based brands, small retailers
Print OptionsFull-color or single-color stamp printing
Order Volume/MOQNo minimum order required
ShippingFast nationwide shipping from US facilities

Built for Growing Brands

Small businesses don’t need to buy thousands of boxes to look professional. Low-quantity custom runs let new brands test packaging designs before scaling up.

Who Buys This Packaging

Etsy sellers, home-based bakeries, subscription box startups, and independent retailers all order small-batch custom boxes to build a branded customer experience from day one.

Eco-Friendly Budget Packaging

Recyclable kraft and corrugated stock keep costs low while staying sustainable. A 2025 McKinsey survey found over 60% of U.S. consumers pick green packaging when they have the choice, which matters even more for small brands competing on trust.

Affordable Print Options

Single-color stamp printing keeps costs down for early orders, while full-color digital printing is available once a brand is ready to scale its packaging spend.

Low Minimums, Fast Turnaround

No minimum order quantity means small businesses can order 50 boxes as easily as 5,000, without warehousing extra inventory they can’t use.

Why Order From Crat Packaging

  • Free design support for small business branding
  • No minimum order quantity on any run
  • Budget-friendly kraft and corrugated options
  • Fast US-based production and shipping
  • Scalable print options as your brand grows
  • Dedicated support for startups and small teams

How to Order Small-Batch Boxes

  1. Share your product size and order quantity
  2. Choose material and print level
  3. Approve a free digital proof
  4. Receive your custom boxes on schedule

Looking for other options? Compare with our Custom Boxes For Packaging hub or Affordable Mailer Boxes for budget shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a small quantity as a new business?
Yes, there is no minimum order quantity, so you can order exactly what you need.

How is this different from Custom Boxes For Packaging?
This page focuses on low-cost, low-minimum options for startups, while the general page covers all packaging needs and volumes.

What’s the most affordable print option?
Single-color stamp printing offers the lowest per-unit cost for early orders.

Are these boxes recyclable?
Yes, kraft and corrugated cardboard options are both fully recyclable.

Can I reorder with the same design later?
Yes, we save your proof and specs for easy reordering as your business grows.

How long does production take?
Most orders ship within standard production timelines after proof approval; contact us for current lead times.

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