Folding Cartons

Custom Folding Cartons

Custom printed paperboard folding cartons for beauty, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and retail merchandise. 14pt-24pt SBS, low 100-unit MOQ, free 3D proofs, and free US shipping.

8-10 Day Turnaround

Free U.S. Shipping

Free 3D Proof

Low 100 MOQ

Folding cartons represent the cornerstone of modern retail packaging. Found in luxury cosmetic displays, boutique pharmacy shelves, gourmet food aisles, and retail stores nationwide, our custom folding cartons combine lightweight material efficiency with photorealistic brand presentation. Engineered from premium Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS) paperboard and unbleached natural kraft, our cartons fold flat for cost-effective shipping and erect quickly during retail assembly and automated packing lines.

Paperboard Calipers & Structural Substrates

We stock virgin and recycled paperboard substrates engineered for crisp creasing, clean die-cuts, and superior structural snap:

16pt & 18pt SBS Paperboard: The gold standard for retail beauty, cosmetic skincare jars, dropper bottles, and perfume cartons. Delivers a bright white 90+ GE brightness clay-coated surface for vibrant CMYK offset printing.
24pt Heavyweight SBS: Extra-rigid board providing enhanced shelf rigidity for heavier bottles, vitamins, supplements, and hardware.
Natural Kraft Paperboard (SUS / CUK): 100% unbleached wood fiber paperboard with high tear resistance, ideal for organic soap packaging, artisan goods, and eco-conscious brands.
Metallic Foil Board: Mirror silver, gold, and holographic laminated paperboards for eye-catching reflective luxury presentation.

Structural Styles & Closure Configurations

Choose from industry-standard structural die-cuts optimized for manual packing or high-speed automated packaging machinery:

Straight Tuck End (STE): Both top and bottom flaps tuck in from the same front face, presenting a clean, seamless display face.
Reverse Tuck End (RTE): Top flap tucks backward while the bottom flap tucks forward, maximizing sheet layout efficiency and reducing unit cost.
Auto-Lock Bottom (Crash Lock): Bottom flaps pre-glued to pop automatically into shape upon opening, slashing fulfillment assembly time by 60%.
Snap-Lock (1-2-3) Bottom: Interlocking bottom panels engineered for heavier products requiring reinforced bottom support.

Embellishments & Sensory Coatings

Distinguish your brand on crowded retail shelves with high-end decorative finishing options: tactile soft-touch velvet lamination, high-gloss UV contrast, metallic hot foil stamping in gold, rose gold, or silver, multi-level 3D embossing, and die-cut clear PET viewing windows.

Material Corrugated / Cardstock / Kraft / Rigid / BuxBoard

Available Sizes Fully custom — engineered to your product's dimensions

Printing Offset, digital, and flexo; up to 6 colors plus PMS matching

Finishing Matte, gloss, soft-touch, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing

Minimum Order 100 units (250 for rigid styles)

Turnaround 8-10 business days after artwork approval

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between folding cartons and corrugated boxes?

Folding cartons are manufactured from single-ply paperboard (14pt to 24pt caliper) and are primarily used for primary retail packaging (such as cosmetic boxes, medicine boxes, and perfume cartons). Corrugated boxes feature fluted interior arches between linerboards and are used for heavier shipping protection and mailers.

What is the minimum order quantity for custom folding cartons?

Our MOQ begins at only 100 units, making it easy for small businesses to test new retail packaging designs without high minimum run commitments.

Which closure style is best for fast fulfillment?

Auto-lock bottom (crash-lock) folding cartons are the fastest to assemble. The bottom panels are pre-glued in our plant and snap into locked position instantly when the sides are squeezed.

Can I add a clear plastic window to my folding carton?

Yes. We offer custom die-cut viewing windows patched with clear eco-friendly PET plastic film so customers can inspect your product while keeping it protected.

Are your folding cartons FDA compliant for food and cosmetics?

Yes. We utilize food-grade virgin paperboards and low-migration non-toxic soy and vegetable-based inks suitable for secondary cosmetic and food contact packaging.

Do you charge extra for custom dieline templates?

No. We generate custom CAD dieline vector templates (.AI and .PDF) customized to your product dimensions free of charge.

What is the production turnaround time?

Standard manufacturing turnaround is 8 to 10 business days following artwork proof sign-off, with free US ground shipping arriving in 2 to 5 business days.

Can I get inside printing on a folding carton?

Yes. We offer C2S (coated two sides) paperboard that supports full-color interior printing for surprise brand messages, unboxing instructions, or certification logos.

Budget Estimator

Est. only

Quantity

Size (in) L × W × H

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Material

Printing

Finish

Estimated Total

$175.11 – $198.88

$1.75 – $1.99 / unit

Volume Pricing

100–249 units

$1.40 – $1.59/unit

250–499 units

$0.95 – $1.08/unit

500–999 units

$0.68 – $0.77/unit

1000–4999 units

$0.42 – $0.48/unit

5000+ units

$0.24 – $0.27/unit

Estimated wholesale range for budgeting only, not a guaranteed or binding quote. Final pricing depends on exact dimensions, material, print method, finishing, tooling, and freight and is confirmed in a written quote.