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Top And Bottom Boxes combine strength and style, helping your brand stand out on any shelf or doorstep. Custom branding and eco-friendly stock options available. Order in bulk today and lock in wholesale pricing!
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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 |
Top and bottom boxes from Crat Packaging give brands a classic two-piece packaging style — a separate lid and base that slide together for a clean, premium unboxing experience. Common for gift sets, apparel, and premium retail products, this two-piece construction offers a sturdier, more refined presentation than a one-piece folding carton. Made at our own US production facility with low minimum order quantities and free design support, this two-piece packaging is priced for a first small run or an ongoing product line.
Key Features of Our Top and Bottom Boxes
- Two-piece construction — a separate lid and base for a clean, rigid, gift-ready presentation.
- Sturdy build — rigid board or heavy-duty corrugated construction that holds its shape and protects contents.
- Premium unboxing feel — a lid that lifts cleanly off the base, without tabs or tuck flaps to tear.
- Full customization — CMYK and Pantone-matched printing, matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch coating, foil stamping, embossing/debossing.
- Insert-ready — foam, cardboard, or fabric inserts can be added to cradle multiple items.
- Free setup, plates, and dies — no tooling charges on any order size.
- Low MOQ — order from 50 units for rigid construction, or 100 units for corrugated.
- Fast turnaround — standard production in 10–15 business days, with an 8-business-day expedited option.
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Box Style | Two-piece lid-and-base construction (also called telescoping or top-bottom box) |
| Dimensions | Fully custom, built to your product |
| Material / Stock | Rigid chipboard wrapped in specialty paper, or heavy-duty E/B-flute corrugated |
| Thickness / GSM | 1.5mm–2mm rigid board, or 32ECT–44ECT corrugated depending on load |
| Printing | CMYK, PMS spot color matching, digital or offset |
| Finishing | Matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch coating, foil stamping, embossing/debossing |
| Add-Ons | Foam or cardboard insert, ribbon pull tab, window cut-out |
| Minimum Order | 50 units (rigid) or 100 units (corrugated) per size and design |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days standard; 8 business days expedited |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
These two-piece boxes are built fully custom to your product, from small jewelry and cosmetic sets up to apparel and multi-item gift sets, so the lid and base fit with no rattle or excess void space.
Materials
Rigid chipboard wrapped in specialty paper gives the most premium, high-end feel for gift and luxury retail products. Heavy-duty corrugated construction is a sturdier, more economical option for shipping-focused product lines.
Printing & Finishes
Full CMYK coverage or Pantone-matched spot colors, matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch coating, foil stamping, and embossed or debossed branding on the lid.
Add-Ons
Foam or cardboard inserts cradle multiple items in a fixed layout, a ribbon pull tab makes lid removal easier on deep boxes, and a window cut-out can preview the contents.
Industries & Use Cases
This box style is ordered by gift and luxury retail brands, apparel and footwear companies, cosmetics and jewelry brands, and subscription or corporate gifting programs that want a premium unboxing moment rather than a standard folding carton.
How to Order
- Request a quote — send your product dimensions, quantity, and any artwork you already have.
- Free design support — our team builds or refines your dieline and layout at no charge.
- Proof approval — review a flat view and 3D mockup before production starts; physical samples are available on request.
- Production — standard runs take 10–15 business days; expedited production is available in 8 business days.
- Delivery — finished boxes ship to your address ready for packing.
Minimum order is 50 units for rigid construction or 100 units for corrugated, per size and design.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging manufactures two-piece lid-and-base boxes at our own US production facility, so every order is made in-house rather than brokered through a third party. We don’t charge setup, plate, or die fees on any order, our design team builds your layout for free, and bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit depending on size, material, quantity, and finish. Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days, with an 8-business-day expedited option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between a top and bottom box and a folding carton?
It uses two separate pieces — a lid and a base — that slide together, giving a cleaner, more rigid feel than a one-piece folding carton with tuck flaps.
What’s the minimum order for this box style?
Our minimum order is 50 units for rigid construction or 100 units for corrugated, per size and design.
Can I get an insert to hold multiple items?
Yes. Foam, cardboard, or fabric inserts can be built to cradle multiple items in a fixed layout inside the box.
What materials are available?
Rigid chipboard wrapped in specialty paper gives the most premium look, while heavy-duty corrugated board is a sturdier, more economical option for shipping-focused products.
Do you charge for plates, dies, or setup?
No. Setup, plate, and die-cut charges are free on every order, regardless of quantity.
How long does production take?
Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days after you approve your proof, with an 8-business-day expedited option.
Can I add a window to preview the contents?
Yes. A die-cut window can be added to the lid so customers see the product before opening the box.
Ready to package your product in a two-piece lid-and-base box? Get a free quote from a Crat Packaging specialist today.
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