Printed Mailer Boxes

Printed mailer boxes are corrugated shipping boxes carrying any kind of print — from a single-color logo stamp to full CMYK artwork across every panel — and the right printing approach depends on your budget, order size, and how much branding you actually need. This page covers the full range of printing options Crat Packaging offers on mailer boxes, from light one-color runs to complete custom branding, so you can pick the method that fits before committing to a spec. Crat Packaging prints mailer boxes at its own US facility with MOQs starting at 100 units and free setup on every printing method.

Why Choose Our Printed Mailer Boxes

• Every printing method available — one-color, two-color, full CMYK, digital, or offset, so you’re not locked into full custom branding if you don’t need it.
• Digital printing for smaller runs — no plate setup, fast turnaround, ideal for testing a design or smaller reorders.
• Offset printing for volume — the most consistent color matching at higher print quantities.
• PMS spot color matching — exact brand-color accuracy run after run when color consistency matters.
• Inside-and-outside printing — print the exterior for shipping impact and the interior lid for a branded reveal.
• Corrugated strength underneath the print — every printed mailer box is built on E-flute or B-flute corrugated cardboard, not a lightweight stock carton.
• Free setup on every method — no plate or die charges whether you choose a simple one-color stamp or full custom artwork.

Specifications

Attribute	Details
Box Style	Corrugated folding mailer with printed artwork; see also custom printed mailer boxes or corrugated mailer boxes
Dimensions	Fully custom; typical range 4″ x 4″ x 2″ to 20″ x 16″ x 8″
Material	E-flute or B-flute corrugated cardboard, kraft or white liner
Printing Methods	Digital (small/repeat runs) or offset (high-volume color consistency)
Color Options	One-color, two-color, full CMYK, PMS spot color matching
Finishing	Matte or gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing/debossing
Add-ons	Window cutouts, corrugated or foam inserts
Minimum Order	100 units
Turnaround	10–15 business days standard; 8 business days expedited
Setup / Plate / Die Charges	Free

Customization Options

Choosing a Print Level

A single-color logo stamp keeps costs down and works well for straightforward branding needs. Two-color printing adds contrast for a logo plus a tagline or accent detail. Full CMYK covers the entire box in photo-quality artwork and is the standard choice for brands that want the box itself to be part of the unboxing experience.

Digital vs. Offset Printing

Digital printing skips plate setup entirely, making it the faster and more cost-effective route for smaller or repeat orders. Offset printing uses printing plates and holds the tightest color consistency across large volume runs — the better call once you’re ordering in the thousands.

Print Placement

Print the exterior for shelf and courier visibility, or add interior printing on the lid or walls for a branded surprise the customer only sees once the box is opened.

Finishing

Matte or gloss lamination, spot UV on logos, foil stamping, and embossing/debossing all layer on top of any printing method for a more premium finish.

Industries & Use Cases

E-commerce sellers at every stage use printed mailer boxes, from a startup running a first small digital-print batch to an established brand ordering offset runs by the thousands. Retail and subscription box companies use full CMYK printing to make the shipping box double as a marketing touchpoint. Corporate gifting and events teams often choose a simpler one- or two-color print for logo-forward kits, while food, beauty, and supplement brands typically move to full-color, inside-and-outside printing once packaging becomes part of their brand identity.

How to Order

1. Tell us your product dimensions, target quantity, and how much printing you want — from a simple logo stamp to full custom artwork.
2. We’ll recommend digital or offset printing based on your order volume.
3. Our design team builds a free dieline and digital proof before production.
4. Approve the proof and production runs 10–15 business days standard, or 8 days expedited.
5. Boxes ship flat-packed and ready to assemble.

Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging

Crat Packaging prints mailer boxes at our own US facility across every method — digital, offset, one-color to full CMYK — so you’re never paying for more printing than you actually need. There are no setup, plate, or die-cut charges on any print method, design support is free, and the minimum order is 100 units. Bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit, depending on size, material, quantity, and finishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between printed mailer boxes and custom printed mailer boxes?

“Printed” covers the full range of printing methods, from a simple one-color logo stamp to full custom branding. “Custom printed” specifically means full CMYK artwork designed around your brand — a subset of what’s covered here.

Do I need full-color printing, or can I do just a logo?

Either works. A one- or two-color logo print keeps costs lower and suits straightforward branding needs; full CMYK makes sense once you want the box itself to carry your full brand look.

Digital or offset — which should I choose?

Digital suits smaller or repeat orders with no plate setup cost. Offset delivers the most consistent color at higher volumes and is the better choice once you’re ordering in the thousands.

Is there an extra charge for more colors?

Full CMYK printing covers unlimited colors at no added cost. Simpler one- or two-color print jobs are typically priced lower per unit since less ink coverage is used.

Can the inside of the box be printed too?

Yes. Interior printing on the lid or walls is a popular way to add a branded surprise that only appears once the box is opened — mention it at the quote stage.

What’s the minimum order quantity?

Our minimum order is 100 units with no setup, plate, or die-cut charges added to your quote.

Not sure how much printing your mailer box needs? Get a free quote from Crat Packaging and we’ll help you spec it.