Everything about the various materials we use and products we make.
Height of a mailer box greatly impacts the amount of materials required in production. The larger the height, the more material is required, and the more expensive it will be. Here's an illustration on why this is the case.
Flute, or corrugation, is used to strengthen or reinforce the cardboard that's used in your packaging. They typically look like wavy lines which when glued to a paperboard, forms the corrugated board. Fluting in packaging gives your packaging the rigidity and helps withstand any crushing.
We'd suggest using a tool such as Adobe Illustrator to add your artwork to a dieline. Please be sure to follow our dieline design best practices and reference this mailer box orientation guide.
Use these mockups to determine which sides your packaging dimensions refer to (e.g. length, width, height).
100 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
The standard materials for mailer boxes depend on whether you want a white or kraft mailer. White mailers use CCNB paper (clay cloated news back), which is made up of recycled materials, and kraft mailers use kraft paper. More details on materials here.
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous finish. Depending on your design, we may use lamination instead to minimize the appearance of cracks in the paper.
Yes! We can provide a Simplified Sample which is printed but doesn't include finishes (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing. We'll include a dieline for you to add your artwork to once you place an order for a sample.
You can access all standard mailer box dielines here. For other types and custom sized mailer boxes, dielines are provided upon purchase of a sample or a production order.
Mailer boxes are sturdy enough to be sent out as is and are often used as external shipping cartons alone. If your mailer boxes have artwork on the outside of the box, you can consider adding an external envelope or carton, to protect your designs. To use mailers as both branded packaging and shipping boxes, we'd suggest including print on the inside of the box. This way, your customers are greeted with your beautiful brand and artwork while unboxing. The outside of the box can be blank to save on costs, leaving enough room to place shipping labels.
Yes we do! Visit our Shop and select a corrugated folding carton box to get a quote.
Use these mockups to determine which sides your packaging dimensions refer to (e.g. length, width, height).
100 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
SBS paper or kraft paper that's 300gsm.
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous finish.
Yes, this would be more expensive than the other types of folding carton boxes.
Yes! We can provide a Simplified Sample which is printed but doesn't include finishes (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing. We'll include a dieline for you to add your artwork to once you place an order for a sample.
You can access all standard snap lock bottom folding carton box dielines here. For other types and custom sized folding carton boxes, dielines are provided upon purchase of a sample or a production order.
We would highly recommend this as folding carton boxes aren't designed to withstand the wear and tear of shipping. It's best to packaging your folding carton boxes in an external mailer box or shipping carton.
A thick paperboard is properly sized, then folded up and secured to form the base shape of the box. Artwork is printed on a separate, thinner piece of paper, which is then wrapped and laminated over the paperboard.
On top of the standard length, width, and height, let us know the visible neck height when the box is closed.
Use these mockups to determine which sides your packaging dimensions refer to (e.g. length, width, height).
300 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
Kraft rigid boxes use kraft paper and white rigid boxes are made with solid bleached sulphate (SBS) paper. The thickness of the rigid box would depend on the size of the rigid box, which can range anywhere from 600-2000gsm. More information on rigid box thickness here.
Kraft rigid boxes are uncoated, and all other rigid boxes come with a matte or glossy lamination. The standard lamination used is made with thin plastic. To upgrade to eco-friendly lamination, get in touch with us for a custom quote!
We can provide unprinted structural samples to test size & structure, or pre-production samples that include full customization. More information about the sample options here.
Dielines are provided for free upon purchase of an order or sample.
In order from least to most expensive: partial/full cover lid rigid boxes, shoulder and neck rigid boxes, rigid drawer boxes, and magnetic rigid boxes.
We do recommend an external carton for shipping. Rigid boxes shipped on its own or in thin polybags could cause dents on the edges and scratches on the boxes. In order to ensure your premium packaging stays premium until it reaches the hands of your customers, opt for a shipping carton or mailer box.
We can provide paper, cardboard, or foam based inserts. This depends on what you're looking for and the type of product(s) you will need an insert for.
Yes we can! Start a structural design project with us to get the perfect insert design for your products. Learn more here.
In order for paper or cardboard inserts to be sturdy and structurally sound, there must be enough space between each diecut hole and the edge of the box. Here's why.
Minimums starting from 300 units per size or design when ordered with the outer box. Standalone box inserts start with an MOQ of 500 units.
We use Polyethylene foam (PE Foam) which can come in a standard black or white color. If you're looking for another color, please get in touch with us!
Depending on your products and the final structural design, these can be SBS paper or a corrugated material.
Dielines are provided as a deliverable of our structural design service.
Great! Send your dieline file over of the insert and we'll provide a quote for you based on this dieline. Note that if you'd like us to produce the insert according to your dieline, we cannot guarantee your products will fit in the insert and associated box unless we run structural tests with your products. If you'd like us to test your products with your insert design, you can purchase a structural sample of the insert.
Assuming the same materials for the insert are the same as the box's material, the price of an insert is around 45-50% of the box. Please note that this is just an estimation and the price is subject to change. The final price of inserts will be determined once we've created a structural design, which is where we'll know the optimal type and amount of materials to use.
Minimums start from 300 units when dividers are ordered with the outer box. Standalone dividers start with an MOQ of 500 units.
This would depend on the total amount of materials required to create the box partitions you're looking for. The unit price per box divider or set of partitions can range anywhere from 30% to 60% of the price of a single box. Please note that this is just an estimation and the price is subject to change. The final price of dividers will be determined once we've created a structural design, which is where we'll know the optimal type and amount of materials to use.
This would depend on the function of the dividers and your products. We suggest corrugated dividers if your products are heavy, fragile, and will be shipped. Non-corrugated dividers are best for lightweight and non-fragile items. Let us know your use case and we can recommend the ideal material for you!
In addition to the specs of the outer box, we'll need to see a rough sketch/mockup of the compartments you're looking to create, which includes the total number of compartments, number of rows/columns, etc.
Use PackMojo Pro to input your box and insert specifications and submit a quote request. Our team will review your requirements and get back to you with an estimated quote. You can then consider proceeding with a structural design service where we'll design the perfect insert structure that fits your products.
As long as we have the final insert dieline (either through our structural design service or by sending us your existing one), you can purchase a sample of the insert. More info on sample options here.
Use these mockups to determine which sides your packaging dimensions refer to (e.g. length, width, height).
300 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
SBS paper or kraft paper that's 300gsm.
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous finish.
We do recommend an external carton such as mailer boxes for shipping both the foldable tray and sleeve box or rigid drawer box. You want to ensure your tray and sleeve box doesn't get crushed during transit, and for rigid drawer boxes, you want to protect the box from scratches and dents.
Prices scale up depending on how many sides of the box you want printed (outside or inside). There will be a cost for printing on one side (e.g. outside of the tray and sleeve, or inside of the tray and sleeve), and the cost increases if both the outside and inside of the tray and sleeve is printed.
Yes! We can provide a Simplified Sample which is printed but doesn't include finishes (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing. We'll include a dieline for you to add your artwork to once you place an order for a sample. For rigid drawer boxes, please visit the rigid box page for more information.
Yes you can! You can order standalone packaging sleeves with an MOQ starting at 500 units.
Use these mockups to determine which sides your packaging dimensions refer to (e.g. length, width, height).
Clay Coated News Back (CCNB) paper or kraft paper that's 300-400gsm.
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous finish for display boxes.
This is recommended as your counter display boxes aren't made with thick materials. Since these boxes are meant for display, you should protect them in an outer carton like a mailer box when being shipped.
Yes, we can! Simply submit your enquiry here. Please include pictures of the style of display box you are looking for so that we have the best understanding of your requirements.
Yes! We can provide a Simplified Sample which is printed but doesn't include finishes (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing. Note that you will first need to send us a production-ready dieline from you with your artwork on it. If you don't have one, we can provide a display box dieline as part of our structural design services.
300 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
Stickers and labels are 100gsm thick. If you'd like us to use a thicker material (e.g. 200gsm), let us know!
We can support sizes up to 10" (25.4cm). If you want a larger size, get in touch with us and we'll see if it's possible!
Yes you can! We can provide Simplified Sample of your sticker. These are printed stickers, but don't include any finishes on them (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing.
1000 units. The MOQ is based on every unique sticker (e.g. size, design).
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous (varnish) finish. Other finishes such as lamination or soft touch will cost more.
Use these mockups to determine which sides your packaging dimensions refer to (e.g. length, width, height).
500 units. The MOQ is based on every unique sleeve (e.g. size, design).
SBS paper, kraft paper, or cardstock that's 300gsm. If you'd like a different material or thickness, get in touch!
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous finish. No finishes are added to kraft paper.
Yes! We can provide a Simplified Sample which is printed but doesn't include finishes (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing. We'll include a dieline for you to add your artwork to once you place an order for a sample.
Generally, we recommend adding around 1.5-2mm to the width of the sleeves, and around 1.5-2mm to the height (size guidelines here).
Production typically takes 12-14 days. Larger volume orders may take longer, but get in touch with us first! Shipping time is dependent on the shipping method you choose.
1000 units. The MOQ is based on every unique tube (e.g. size, design).
500 units for paper bags with rope or ribbon handles, and 2000 units for twisted handle paper bags. The MOQ is based on every unique bag (e.g. size, design).
At the moment, PackMojo does not provide FSC materials for packaging. Please note that your company needs to be FSC certified to be able to label your packaging as FSC certified. This is part of the Chain of Custody requirements as set out by FSC. Learn more here.
Yes! All paper based materials are made with at least 50% post-consumer content, and we use soy-based ink for all print. Learn more about our sustainability practices here.
Note: if your packaging requires lamination, it will be less eco-friendly since lamination is made with a layer of thin plastic. It will however still be recyclable, with some limitations.
Post-consumer content or post-consumer recycled content is all the waste and materials left over once it's been used by the end consumer. These materials are taken from landfills and can be used in the production of other packaging.
Primary packaging is the packaging that comes into direct contact with your product (e.g. plastic bag for cereal) and secondary packaging is the outer packaging that stores your primary packaging (e.g. cereal box).
A void filler is the additional material that that's used to fill the empty space inside your packaging. Void fillers help keep your product in place, prevent it from being shifted around during transit, and also protects your products from breaking.
Due to the material nature of kraft paper, we have to use twice the amount of ink for each color and run the printing process twice to ensure the ink that's being printed is absorbed.
Flute, or corrugation, is used to strengthen or reinforce the cardboard that's used in your packaging. They typically look like wavy lines which when glued to a paperboard, forms the corrugated board. Fluting in packaging gives your packaging the rigidity and helps withstand any crushing.
Bioplastic packaging is made of plastics that are sourced from plants or other biological material and biodegradable plastic is made of petroleum-based materials.
Coated paper is paper that is coated with an agent, typically clay and in some cases pigments, which helps the paper look brighter and smoother. Uncoated paper, on the other hand, does not contain any agent or pigments, meaning that there's nothing to fill in the gaps and pores in the paper fibers.
Utility packaging serves only a single purpose and that is to ship your products. A standard brown shipping carton or an envelope would be considered utility packaging. While you can add your logo to utility packaging, the main purpose is to facilitate shipping.
Branded packaging places emphasis on the quality, look, and feel of the packaging. It is the canvas for your brand to showcase your values, mission and align your brand with your products. It can also hold information about the products, ingredients, and other information. This type of packaging is also an important marketing tool and adds value to your unboxing experience.
Biodegradable packaging decomposes in the presence of microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, and sunlight over a period of time that is not fixed. Compostable packaging decomposes under the same conditions usually within a period of 90 days.
Download the dielines here for our standard mailer box and folding carton box sizes.
300 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
SBS paper or kraft paper that's 300gsm. When the 2 piece product box is folded together, some parts will be 600gsm (300gsm back to back).
Our standard finishes include a matte or glossy aqueous finish.
Yes! We can provide a Simplified Sample which is printed but doesn't include finishes (e.g. matte/glossy) nor add-ons such as foil stamping or embossing. We'll include a dieline for you to add your artwork to once you place an order for a sample. For two piece rigid boxes, please visit the rigid box page for more information.
While these can be sturdy, we do recommend shipping them in an external carton such as mailer boxes to ensure your foldable two piece box doesn't get crushed during transit.