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Flat cardboard boxes with a thin, low-profile depth for apparel, posters, media, and other flat retail goods.
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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.
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Generate pure colors using specific ink formulas to consistently & precisely reproduce color in printing.
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Premium bleached white paperboard, specially coated on one side to enhance printing & finishing.
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Top-notch textured paper, perfect for adding a touch of style when wrapping up durable boxes.
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Bleached kraft paper crafted from a blend of new and recycled pulp, coated on both sides for optimal printing.
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Unique paper material showcasing a holographic laminated surface in either glossy or matte finish.
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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.
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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 |
Flat cardboard boxes use a thin, low-profile construction built for products that are wide or long but not deep, giving apparel, media, and flat goods a snug protective fit without wasted interior space.
Flat Cardboard Boxes Specifications
| Box Style | Low-profile, thin-depth telescoping or tuck-end carton |
| Material | Single-wall corrugated or SBS paperboard, kraft or white liner |
| Assembly | Pre-formed or flat-shipped, folds and locks by hand |
| Best For | Apparel, posters, photo prints, media, flat retail goods |
| Print Options | Full-color CMYK, matte or gloss finish, one-color kraft print |
| Order Volume/MOQ | Low minimums for new brands, bulk pricing at production scale |
| Shipping | Flat-packed cartons ship nationwide from US facilities |
Built for a Thin Profile
Not every product needs a deep box. This style is built with a shallow, low-profile depth so wide or long flat items fit snugly without excess interior space that lets contents shift or bend in transit.
Who Buys This Style
Apparel brands shipping folded garments, poster and print sellers, media and record companies, and any retailer packaging flat goods choose this profile specifically for the snug, low-depth fit.
Eco-Friendly Options
A 2025 McKinsey survey found that over 60% of U.S. consumers pick green packaging when they have the choice, and recyclable single-wall corrugated and SBS paperboard options are available in this thin-profile format.
Format and Print Options
Full-color CMYK printing and matte or gloss finishes support retail-ready branding, while a one-color kraft print option keeps costs down for internal shipping and fulfillment use.
Practical Advantages
The shallow depth reduces void fill needs, keeps flat contents from shifting or creasing, and the low profile stacks efficiently in storage compared to a standard deep box.
Why Order From Crat Packaging
- Direct manufacturing with no middleman markup
- Precise low-profile sizing to match flat product dimensions
- In-house full-color printing and premium finishes
- US-based production and support
- Free design proof before any print run
- Low minimums for new brands testing a design
How to Order
- Share your product dimensions, depth, and quantity
- Review a free digital proof
- Approve artwork and confirm timeline
- Receive flat-packed cartons ready to fold and fill
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a flat product for this box style?
Folded apparel, posters, photo prints, media, and other wide or long items that don’t need much interior depth all fit this profile well.
Is this the same as a ship-flat, self-assembling box?
No, this style focuses on a thin, low-profile depth for flat products; a separate flat-pack assembly style is used for boxes that ship disassembled for later folding.
Can I get full-color printing on this style?
Yes, full-color CMYK printing and matte or gloss finishes are available for retail-ready branding.
Does a shallow depth reduce shipping costs?
Yes, the reduced void fill and compact profile can lower dimensional weight and packing material costs.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Low minimums are available for new brands, with better pricing at production scale.
Are recyclable materials available?
Yes, recyclable single-wall corrugated and SBS paperboard options are available in this profile.
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