Paperboard
Paperboard is commonly used for folding cartons, retail boxes, cosmetic boxes and lightweight product packaging. It is suitable for clean printing and premium finishing.
Packaging Materials Guide
Choose the right material for custom packaging.
Material selection affects box strength, print quality, finishing, shipping protection, food safety and final packaging cost.
Material Depends On
Every packaging project needs the right stock.
Product weight
Box style
Printing quality
Finishing option
Shipping method
Food-safe requirement
Luxury look
Budget target
Material Options
Common materials used in custom boxes and packaging.
The best material depends on your product weight, brand style, printing needs, finishing choice and delivery market.
Kraft Board
Kraft board gives a natural, eco-friendly and organic packaging look. It is popular for food brands, handmade products, ecommerce packaging and sustainable packaging styles.
Corrugated Stock
Corrugated material is used for mailer boxes, shipping boxes and ecommerce packaging where strength and protection are important.
Rigid Board
Rigid board is used for luxury packaging, gift boxes, premium product boxes, magnetic closure boxes and high-end presentation packaging.
Food-Safe Materials
Food packaging may need food-safe paper, coating, grease resistance, butter paper or suitable board depending on the product and use.
Sticker & Label Stock
Labels and stickers can use paper stock, vinyl, transparent material, matte finish, gloss finish or special adhesive depending on the branding need.
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