Custom packaging and boxes

There are two basic options for ordering printed packaging:

• Custom Packaging
  Custom packaging products that are manufactured to order including custom printing, special finishes, and custom sizes and features.
• Semi-Custom Packaging
  Custom printing on products that are already made (in-stock products) using ink printing, foil hot-stamping, or digital printing.

Custom Packaging involves printing on a base material (paper, plastic, fabric, paperboard, etc.) and then converting the material(s) into the final packaging product, like a bag or box. This method of creating Custom Packaging allows for advanced printing processes and unique sizes, shapes, and details on your packaging products. Custom Packaging is very efficient and allows larger volume orders to be printed quickly.

Custom Packaging products can be printed from edge to edge with full color graphic designs. This can include printing on the sides, bottom, or interior of a packaging product. Printing processes can include ink printing, hot-stamping, embossing and debossing, special finishes and laminations, UV varnish, and much more. Custom Packaging can also include choosing specialty features, inserts, bag handles, and other unique details for your products.

Most Custom Packaging orders ship from overseas and can take several weeks to ship after they are manufactured.

Custom packaging is a great choice when you:

• Need large quantities of packaging
• Need custom sizes, finishes, materials, colors, or features for your packaging
• Need full-color advanced printing or printing on all sides and/or the interior of your packaging
• Want a lower per unit price when ordering large quantities

The cost for customizing your packaging depends upon the quantities, artwork, materials, product style and printing methods you request. Because each project is unique, they are quoted individually based on all of these factors.

Our packaging consultants will guide you through the entire process including your pricing and quantity options.

The typical final project invoice will be for 1) the actual quantity produced of the product (they are subject to overrun and underrun quantities) 2) shipping costs, if any, and 3) on new or revised orders, artwork, printing plates and possibly cutting dies.

The minimum quantities for custom packaging vary based on the type of product, the printing techniques used, deadlines, and other factors. Our product gallery pages have estimated minimum quantities on each page to help you plan your project.

The reason for minimum quantities is because each custom printed project takes a certain amount of time and materials to complete, and manufacturing facilities must make decisions based on their overall production capacity. Minimum quantities are required to help prevent waste and optimize efficiency.

The time from ordering your custom printed packaging to delivery varies based on the type of printing and customizing being done. Always discuss your project details with your packaging consultant for the most accurate lead time information.

• Semi-Custom Printed Packaging usually takes 2-4 weeks after approval. Reorders may require less time depending on production schedules
• Domestic production usually takes 3 weeks to 8 weeks after all artwork and prototype approvals.
• Imported products (Custom Packaging) usually take 8-14 weeks depending on the product and using ocean freight for shipping.

Please note that typical lead times are subject to change, especially during the holiday season. It’s best to plan ahead!