Question 1

What is custom box packaging?

Accepted Answer

Custom box packaging is packaging manufactured to your exact dimensions, board specification and printed artwork, rather than bought as a stock size. It reduces void fill and freight cost while turning the box into a branded surface.

Question 2

What does low MOQ mean for custom packaging?

Accepted Answer

Low MOQ means a low minimum order quantity — the smallest number of units a manufacturer will produce in one run. Get Custom Box offers a low MOQ starting at 50 custom printed boxes, so brands can order small quantity runs without committing to wholesale volumes.

Question 3

What is the minimum order for custom boxes?

Accepted Answer

Get Custom Box starts at 50 units for most custom printed boxes, and 50 units for plain die-cut shippers. Our low MOQ and digital printing make these short runs affordable.

Question 4

How much do custom printed boxes cost?

Accepted Answer

Unit price depends on size, board, print coverage, finishing and quantity. As a guide, printed mailers commonly land between $0.70 and $2.40 per unit, with pricing improving sharply above 1,000 units. Every quote is itemised.

Question 5

How long does production take?

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Standard production is 8 – 12 business days after artwork approval. A rush lane delivers in about 5 business days for launch deadlines.

Question 6

Do you charge for design work?

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No. Dieline creation, structural advice, print-checks and up to unlimited artwork revisions before approval are included free.

Question 7

Do you ship internationally?

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Yes. We ship worldwide, direct to your warehouse or 3PL, with landed lead times confirmed on the quote.

Question 8

Custom boxes vs stock boxes — which is better?

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Stock boxes are cheaper per unit and available immediately, but need void fill and carry no branding. Custom boxes cost more per unit yet usually reduce total cost through lower dimensional weight, fewer damages and free marketing on every parcel.

Question 9

Can I get a sample before ordering?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We produce a printed digital sample of your artwork so you can verify fit, strength and colour before full production.

Question 10

Is Get Custom Box a manufacturer or a reseller?

Accepted Answer

We are a manufacturer. Structural design, printing, die-cutting, foiling, gluing and quality inspection all happen under our control, which is why we can offer a low MOQ without compromising on quality.

Question 11

Can I order custom boxes with low MOQ for a product launch?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our low MOQ of 50 boxes is designed for product launches, capsule drops and small-batch tests. You get fully custom printed packaging without a wholesale minimum, then scale up once the design is proven.

Question 12

What file format should artwork be supplied in?

Accepted Answer

Vector PDF or AI at 100% scale with 3mm bleed, outlined fonts and CMYK or named Pantone colours. We will print-check it free and flag anything that will not reproduce.

Question 13

Can you store tooling for repeat orders?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dies and print plates are stored and reused at no charge on reorders, which lowers your repeat unit price.

Question 14

Do you offer wholesale custom boxes pricing?

Accepted Answer

Volume pricing begins around 1,000 units and improves again at 5,000 and 10,000. Call-off delivery schedules are available so you do not warehouse everything at once.

Question 15

Why is low MOQ important for small brands?

Accepted Answer

A low minimum order quantity means you can launch or test custom printed packaging with a small cash outlay instead of buying wholesale volumes upfront. It lowers risk, frees up cash flow, and lets you refine your design before scaling.

Question 16

Can I get low MOQ custom boxes for a Kickstarter or pre-order launch?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our low MOQ of 50 boxes is well suited to crowdfunding fulfilment and pre-order launches, where you only want to produce what has been committed.

Question 17

Does low MOQ mean lower quality?

Accepted Answer

No. Low MOQ runs go through the same printing, die-cutting and quality inspection as wholesale orders. Digital printing is what makes small quantity runs economical without cutting corners on board or finish.

Question 18

What are custom boxes?

Accepted Answer

Custom boxes are packaging manufactured to your exact interior dimensions, board specification and printed artwork, rather than bought as a generic stock size. They eliminate void fill, lower dimensional-weight charges, and turn every parcel into a branded surface.

Question 19

Can I order custom boxes in small quantities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our low MOQ starts at 50 custom printed boxes (50 for plain die-cut shippers), powered by digital printing with no plate costs, so small quantity orders are economical.

Question 20

Can I put my logo on custom boxes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We print logos in CMYK, PMS spot colours or foil stamping, on one panel or across all six, including inside print. Adding your logo is the single highest-ROI branding decision most brands make.

Question 21

What materials are available for custom boxes?

Accepted Answer

Kraft board, SBS white paperboard, E/B/C-flute corrugated, double and triple-wall corrugated, rigid chipboard, and food-grade liners. We recommend the right material from your product weight, fragility and shelf context.

Question 22

What is the best packaging for ecommerce?

Accepted Answer

A right-sized roll-end mailer box with a fitted insert is the best default for single eCommerce parcels; a corrugated shipper is best for heavier or multi-item orders. Right-sizing cuts dimensional weight and inserts cut damage rates.

Question 23

What are the best custom boxes for small businesses?

Accepted Answer

For small businesses, a low MOQ mailer or folding carton in the right size with full-colour digital print is the best starting point — affordable at 50 units, scalable to wholesale, and reusable on the same tooling.

Question 24

How do I order custom packaging?

Accepted Answer

Send your product dimensions, quantity and artwork — or describe the product and we specify it. You receive an itemised quote within one business day, approve a free dieline and proof, then we manufacture and deliver.

Question 25

Do you offer custom packaging for startups?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our low MOQ of 50 units, free design support and digital printing are built for startups — launch with a small run, refine from real feedback, then scale to wholesale without changing supplier.

Question 26

What is the difference between mailer boxes and shipping boxes?

Accepted Answer

A mailer box is a one-piece self-locking corrugated box for branded parcels; a shipping box is a taped corrugated carton rated by ECT/burst strength for heavier freight. Mailers favour presentation, shippers favour load strength.

Question 27

Do you offer sustainable packaging?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer recyclable kraft board, recycled-content paperboard, compostable PLA-lined board, soy inks and plastic-free options, and we advise on honest eco claims you can print on the pack.

Question 28

How do I design my custom boxes?

Accepted Answer

We provide a free dieline for your exact size and style. Build artwork inside it with 3mm bleed, content in the safe zone, CMYK or Pantone colours and outlined fonts — or have our design team build it from your brand assets at no charge.

Question 29

What printing options are available?

Accepted Answer

Digital printing for short runs under ~750 units, offset lithography for volume and exact Pantone matching, flexographic printing for corrugated shippers, and litho-lamination for retail-quality print on a corrugated box.

Question 30

Do you ship nationwide?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are a US-based manufacturer shipping nationwide and worldwide, direct to your warehouse or 3PL, with landed lead times confirmed on the quote.

Question 31

What is the fastest turnaround time?

Accepted Answer

Our rush production lane delivers in about 5 business days after artwork approval, for launch deadlines. Standard production is 8–12 business days.

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