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Give your business the professional packaging it deserves with Pillow Boxes, custom-built for durability and brand impact. Custom sizes, finishes, and branding available with quick production. Order in bulk today and lock in wholesale pricing!
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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.
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.
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Gloss lamination enhances visual appeal by applying a shiny finish, and protecting printed materials.
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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.
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 |
Pillow boxes are the curved, crease-fold cartons that have become a go-to for retail, gifting, and favor packaging because they open flat, fold into a soft pillow shape, and put branding front and center. Crat Packaging manufactures pillow boxes at our own US facility, so wholesale buyers get low minimums, free design support, and no setup or plate charges on any size run.
Key Features of Our Pillow Boxes
- Curved-edge pillow silhouette that stands out from square retail boxes
- Available in kraft, white, or full-color printed stock
- Flat-shipped and easy to hand-fold at packing stations, no glue needed
- Full CMYK, PMS, offset, or digital printing for branded runs
- Matte or gloss lamination, spot UV, and foil stamping finishes
- Optional clear window, ribbon, or hang tag for gift presentation
- Low 100-unit minimum with free design support on every order
Specifications
| Box Style | Curved pillow-shape carton, self-locking tabs, no glue required (handle and window variants available) |
| Sizes Available | From 2″ mini favor sizes up to 10″+ retail sizes, fully custom |
| Material | 300-400gsm SBS paperboard or kraft stock |
| Thickness | 12pt-18pt board depending on size and use |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS spot colors, offset or digital |
| Finishing | Matte/gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing |
| Add-ons | Clear window, hang hole, ribbon slot, tear notch |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10-15 business days standard, 8 business days expedited |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
Pillow boxes range from small 2″-3″ favor sizes for candy and jewelry up to 8″-10″ retail sizes for apparel and gift sets, all built to your exact dimensions.
Materials
Choose bright white or printed SBS board for a premium retail look, or natural kraft for an eco-friendly, rustic feel.
Printing & Finishes
Full CMYK printing, PMS spot color matching, matte or gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, and embossing are all available.
Add-ons
Popular add-ons include a clear window, a hang hole for peg-hook retail display, a ribbon slot, and a tear notch for easy opening.
Industries & Use Cases
Pillow boxes are used across retail packaging, gift and favor packaging, jewelry and accessories, candles, soaps and cosmetics, bakery treats, and e-commerce brands that want a distinctive unboxing shape instead of a standard square carton.
How to Order
- Request a free quote with your size, quantity, and finish preferences.
- Get free design support and a digital proof from our team.
- Approve the proof, no plate or die charges, ever.
- We produce your order at our US facility in 10-15 business days.
- Your order ships out, ready for retail or fulfillment.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging runs its own production facility in the USA, so every order, including pillow boxes, is made in-house from scratch. There are no setup, plate, or die-cut charges, design support is free, and minimum orders start at 100 units. Bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit, depending on size, material, quantity, and finish, with standard turnaround of 10-15 business days (8 business days expedited).
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I put in a pillow box?
Pillow boxes work well for jewelry, candles, soap, candy, small apparel, gift cards, and any lightweight retail or favor item that benefits from a soft, curved-edge presentation.
Do pillow boxes need glue to assemble?
No. Our pillow boxes use self-locking tabs, so they fold flat for storage and pop together by hand without glue or tape.
Can I get pillow boxes with a window or handle?
Yes, we offer dedicated window and handle styles alongside the standard pillow box, so you can match the format to how the product will be displayed or carried.
What is the minimum order for custom pillow boxes?
The minimum order is 100 units, with bulk pricing starting from around $0.75 per unit depending on size, material, and finish.
How long does it take to get custom pillow boxes?
Standard turnaround is 10-15 business days, with an 8 business day expedited option for time-sensitive launches.
Ready to package your product in a pillow box? Get a Free Quote or talk to a packaging specialist today.
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