Recycled Cardboard Shipping Boxes
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Recycled Cardboard Shipping Boxes combine durability with professional branding to keep your shipments safe and on-brand. Free design support and fast turnaround available. Get your free quote today!
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UNLIMITED CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
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.
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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 |
Recycled cardboard shipping boxes let e-commerce and wholesale brands ship orders in a durable corrugated carton made entirely from post-consumer recycled fiber, without compromising on crush resistance or branding space. Crat Packaging manufactures custom recycled cardboard shipping boxes in our own US facility, with free design support and a low minimum order.
Key Features
- 100% recycled corrugated fiber — post-consumer recycled board with no virgin pulp content.
- Freight-rated strength — E-flute or B-flute construction, with double-wall options for heavier shipments.
- Full-color exterior branding — CMYK printing turns every shipment into an unboxing moment.
- Dimensional-weight friendly — custom-fit sizing reduces shipping costs versus oversized stock boxes.
- Certified sustainable sourcing — FSC-eligible recycled stock available for brands with sustainability claims to back up.
- Self-locking or tape-closure options — faster packing-line assembly.
- Free die-cut and plate setup — no tooling charges on any order size.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Box Style | Regular slotted shipping carton, related to our rectangle shipping boxes and recycled corrugated boxes |
| Sizes Available | Fully custom, built to your product’s exact dimensions |
| Material | 100% recycled corrugated E/B flute board |
| Thickness | 200–275 ECT (single wall), 275–350 ECT (double wall) |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS spot color, digital or offset |
| Finishing | Matte lamination on branded panels |
| Add-ons | Tear strip, tape closure, void-fill insert |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days (8 business days expedited) |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
We size boxes to your exact product dimensions rather than a generic template, cutting both material waste and dimensional-weight shipping costs.
Materials
All board is sourced from post-consumer recycled fiber, with FSC-eligible options for brands that need to document their sustainability claims.
Printing & Finishes
Full CMYK printing covers branding and shipping labels, and matte lamination adds a finished look to visible exterior panels.
Industries & Use Cases
E-commerce brands, subscription-box companies, and wholesale distributors that market a sustainability commitment use this packaging as their primary fulfillment carton, backing that promise with genuinely recycled material.
How to Order
- Request a free quote with your product dimensions and quantity.
- Our design team builds your branded layout at no charge.
- Approve your proof before production begins.
- Production starts with no plate or setup fees.
- Delivery in 10–15 business days, or 8 days expedited.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging produces recycled cardboard shipping boxes in our own US facility, with free design support, no plate or die-cut charges, and a 100-unit minimum order. Bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit, depending on size, material, quantity, and finishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order?
Our minimum order is 100 units, so growing e-commerce brands can order sustainable packaging without a huge commitment.
Is the board 100% recycled?
Yes. Our recycled corrugated board is made from post-consumer recycled fiber, and FSC-eligible stock is available on request.
Does recycled board hold up in shipping?
Yes. We rate the flute and wall thickness to your product’s weight, so recycled board performs comparably to standard corrugated for most shipments.
Can I still brand the exterior?
Yes. Full CMYK printing is available across every panel.
How long does production take?
Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days from proof approval, with an 8-business-day expedited option.
Ready to ship sustainably without sacrificing durability? Get a free quote from Crat Packaging today.
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