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Handle Boxes combine sturdy construction with fully customizable branding to help your products stand out. Free design support and fast turnaround available. Get your free quote today!
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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 |
Handle boxes add a die-cut or attached carrying handle to a standard folding carton, making the box easy to carry away by hand — popular for gift bundles, bakery and takeout packaging, and retail bags-in-a-box. Crat Packaging manufactures handle boxes at our own US facility in SBS or corrugated stock.
Key Features
- Built-in carrying handle — die-cut cutout or an attached rope/ribbon handle.
- Sturdy folding carton or corrugated construction for the weight of your product.
- Custom printing across every panel.
- Retail and gift-ready presentation without a separate bag.
- Free design support and die setup.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Box Style | Lid-and-base or tray box with die-cut or attached handle |
| Material | SBS folding carton or corrugated board |
| Dimensions | Custom, to your product spec |
| Printing | Full CMYK or PMS spot color |
| Finishing | Matte/gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping |
| Add-ons | Die-cut handle, rope handle, ribbon handle |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10-15 business days (8-day expedited) |
| Setup / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Handle Style
Choose a die-cut cutout handle built directly into the box wall, or an attached rope or ribbon handle for a more premium gift presentation.
Printing and Finish
Full CMYK or PMS spot-color printing, plus matte/gloss lamination, spot UV and foil stamping finishes.
Industries & Use Cases
Bakeries and food service brands, gift and hamper companies, retail stores selling bagged goods, and event favor programs all use handle boxes to make products easy to carry without a separate shopping bag.
How to Order
- Send your product size and handle style preference for a free quote.
- Get a free design proof.
- Approve to start production.
- Boxes ship in 10-15 business days.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
We produce every box in-house with no die charges, free design support, a 100-unit MOQ and bulk pricing from around $0.75 per unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What handle styles are available?
A die-cut cutout handle built into the box wall, or an attached rope or ribbon handle for a more premium look.
Can these replace a shopping bag?
Yes, many retail and bakery brands use handle boxes specifically to avoid a separate bag.
What’s the minimum order?
100 units, with volume pricing at higher quantities.
What materials are available?
SBS folding carton for a lighter, premium look or corrugated board for heavier products.
How fast is production?
10-15 business days standard, 8 days expedited.
Ready to make it easy to carry? Get a free quote and free design support from our US team.
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