Folding Packaging Boxes
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General-purpose folding packaging boxes for any product category, with flexible structure, material, and print options.
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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.
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 |
Folding packaging boxes cover the widest range of use cases in our lineup, a general-purpose flat-shipped carton suited to almost any product category from food to electronics to retail goods. Crat Packaging builds these boxes to your dimensions, board weight, and print spec, whatever your industry.
Folding Packaging Boxes Specifications
| Box Style | Tuck end, auto-bottom, seal end, and custom structures |
|---|---|
| Material | SBS paperboard, kraft, or corrugated-lined stock, 14pt-24pt |
| Assembly | Ships flat; folds and locks by hand or on production lines |
| Best For | Any packaged product: food, cosmetics, electronics, retail |
| Print Options | Offset or digital CMYK, foil, embossing, spot UV, lamination |
| Order Volume/MOQ | Custom runs from as low as 100 units |
| Shipping | Flat-packed on pallets for efficient nationwide freight |
One Format, Nearly Any Product
Where some of our packaging pages target a single industry, this page covers the broad category: any business that needs a flat-shipped, fold-and-lock carton regardless of what goes inside. If you are not sure which specific box style fits your product, this is the right starting point.
Who Buys General-Purpose Packaging
New brands exploring their first packaging order, multi-category retailers, and businesses launching a product outside our other specialized categories all start here. We help identify the right structure, material, and finish for your specific item during the quoting process.
Material and Structural Flexibility
Because use cases vary so widely, we offer board weights from lightweight 14pt for small retail items up to 24pt or corrugated-lined stock for heavier or bulkier products, with structural options including windows, inserts, and custom closures.
Eco-Friendly General Packaging
A 2025 McKinsey survey found that over 60% of U.S. consumers pick green packaging when they have the choice. Whatever product you are packaging, our recyclable, FSC-certified paperboard helps meet that demand across any industry.
Related Folding Box Formats
For carton-industry terminology and specs, see our Folding Carton Boxes page. For full design and print service, see Folding Carton Packaging. For general construction basics, see Folding Boxes.
Why Order From Crat Packaging
- Flexible structure and material options for any product
- In-house design guidance if you are unsure of specs
- Low minimums for first-time and growing brands
- Full-color offset and digital printing available
- Recyclable, FSC-certified board stock on request
- Free samples before your full production run
How to Order
- Tell us about your product and packaging goals
- Our team recommends a structure, material, and finish
- Approve a physical sample before full production
- We print, finish, and ship flat-packed boxes to you
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m not sure what box style I need. Can you help?
Yes, our team reviews your product and recommends the right structure, material, and finish during the quoting process.
What industries do you serve with this format?
We serve virtually any industry, including food, cosmetics, electronics, apparel, and general retail goods.
How is this different from your other folding box pages?
Our other pages target specific industries or use cases. This page is the general starting point for any product category.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Custom runs start at low minimums, practical for first orders and ongoing reorders alike.
Can this packaging be recycled?
Yes, standard paperboard and kraft stock are curbside recyclable, with FSC-certified options available.
How long does production take?
Turnaround runs from design approval to shipment, with rush options available for tight timelines.
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