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Flat pack cardboard boxes built from properly matched corrugated flute profiles for dependable shipping and storage strength.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 |
Corrugated cardboard is the workhorse material behind most flat pack packaging, and getting the flute and liner right determines whether a box protects its contents or falls apart in transit. Crat Packaging manufactures flat pack cardboard boxes engineered to your exact flute profile, so strength is built in from the material up.
Cardboard Box Specifications
| Box Style | Auto-lock bottom or tuck-top, custom die-cut shapes |
| Material | Corrugated cardboard, single-wall B, C, or E flute |
| Assembly | Tool-free fold-and-lock construction |
| Best For | General shipping, storage, and everyday packing needs |
| Print Options | Flexo, offset, or digital print in up to 6 colors |
| Order Volume/MOQ | From small test runs to full truckload orders |
| Shipping | Flat-nested for efficient freight |
Why Flute Profile Matters
B-flute suits retail-facing boxes needing crisp printing, C-flute balances strength and thickness for general use, and E-flute gives a thin, precise fold ideal for smaller boxes. We help match the right flute to your product weight and handling needs.
The Standard for Reliable Packing
Corrugated cardboard remains the default material for good reason: it’s strong for its weight, widely recyclable, and cost-effective at scale, making it the natural base material for most flat pack applications.
Who Relies on Cardboard Construction
Warehouses, manufacturers, and retailers moving physical product day to day depend on cardboard’s balance of strength, weight, and cost more than any specialty material.
Built to Handle Real Transit Stress
Corrugated flutes create air pockets that absorb shock and resist crushing under stacked weight, which is exactly what a box needs during loading, transit, and warehouse handling.
A Genuinely Recyclable Material
Cardboard is among the most widely recycled packaging materials in the US, and a 2025 McKinsey survey found that over 60% of U.S. consumers pick green packaging when they have the choice, making cardboard construction an easy sustainability win.
Custom Print on Corrugated Stock
Flexographic printing handles simple branding efficiently at volume, while offset or digital printing delivers sharper detail for retail-facing boxes, similar to our custom corrugated boxes line.
Why Order From Crat Packaging
- Flute profile matched to your product’s weight
- US-based corrugating and print capabilities
- Custom sizing rather than one-size-fits-all stock
- Competitive pricing at production volume
- Structural testing available before full runs
- Responsive account support throughout
How to Order
- Share product weight and dimensions
- Get a flute and material recommendation
- Approve a structural sample
- Receive your flat-shipped cardboard order
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this compare to flat pack cardboard boxes with lids?
This page covers standard single-piece cardboard construction; the lidded version adds a separate lid piece for repeated opening.
What flute should I choose?
It depends on weight and handling; C-flute suits most general shipping while E-flute suits smaller, lighter items.
Is cardboard strong enough for heavy items?
Yes, with the right flute and wall count, corrugated cardboard handles a wide range of product weights.
Is corrugated cardboard recyclable?
Yes, it’s one of the most widely recycled packaging materials available.
Can I get custom sizes rather than stock dimensions?
Yes, we engineer custom dimensions to fit your specific product.
What print methods are available?
Flexographic, offset, and digital printing, chosen based on detail level and order volume.
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