| Type | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material Options | Corrugated cardboard, kraft board, SBS paperboard, chipboard, recycled fiberboard |
| Printing Methods | CMYK, PMS, digital printing, offset printing, screen printing, UV spot printing |
| Finishes | Gloss, matte, soft-touch lamination, anti-scratch coating, aqueous coating |
| Custom Shapes | Die-cut to any shape: circular, triangular, hexagon, product silhouette, abstract geometries |
| Logo Application | Foil stamping (gold, silver, holographic), embossing, debossing, raised UV |
| Box Styles | Two-piece, hinged lid, tuck top, mailer, auto-lock bottom, magnetic closure |
| Colour Options | Full-color CMYK, spot Pantone colors, custom gradients, white ink on kraft |
| Size Range | Fully customizable; available from small gift-sized (3″x3″) to large retail packaging (24″x18″) |
| Minimum Order Quantity | Starts from 100 units; MOQ may vary depending on structure and print complexity |
| Quantity Options | Available in low-run digital batches or large offset runs up to 100,000+ |
| Eco-Friendly Options | Recycled cardboard, biodegradable inks, water-based coatings, compostable lamination |
| Window Features | Die-cut windows with PET, PVC, or biodegradable PLA film; clear or frosted view panels |
| Structural Enhancements | Reinforced walls, inserts, partitions, magnetic closures, handle cutouts |
| Use Case | Retail, gift packaging, product launches, promotional kits, subscription boxes |
| Delivery Format | Shipped flat-packed for assembly or pre-assembled upon request |
| Lead Time | Standard production time: 7–12 business days after design approval |
Custom Shaped Cardboard Boxes
Using custom shaped cardboard boxes means your products stay attractive, well-protected and people remember your brand. You can choose from star, heart and hexagon-shaped boxes or design totally new shapes to fit your product’s shape. They help your item be more visible to customers, look attractive and stay in their memories. The Product Boxes UK is known for making distinctive custom cardboard boxes that are, at the same time, both attractive and strong. Made from hard corrugated or cardboard, our boxes keep items safe during the shipping and handling process.
Your custom options include die-cuts, created inserts, custom embossing, foiling and full-colour printing to suit your brand’s look. Cosmetics, gift items, confectionery, tech accessories and promotional goods all use these boxes to communicate the brand’s idea. No matter what you are launching, our different shape cardboard boxes make sure your brand stays in your customers’ minds. Contact us to ensure that your packaging looks exactly as you want it.
Q. What materials are used to make Custom Shaped Cardboard Boxes?
A. Custom Shaped Cardboard Boxes are made using high-quality materials such as corrugated cardboard, kraft paper, chipboard, and SBS (solid bleached sulfate) paperboard for durability and structural integrity.
Q. Can I get any shape or die-cut design for my cardboard boxes?
A. Yes, boxes can be die-cut into any custom shape including geometric, product-contoured, or themed silhouettes tailored to your brand or promotional needs.
Q. Are these boxes strong enough to protect fragile items?
A. Absolutely. With options like corrugated fluting and reinforced edges, these boxes can be designed to securely protect fragile and heavy items during storage or shipping.
Q. Can I print my brand logo and custom artwork on the boxes?
A. Yes, you can fully customize the boxes with your logo, color scheme, and artwork using offset, digital, UV spot, or foil stamping techniques.
Q. Do you offer eco-friendly or recyclable versions of these boxes?
A. Yes, we offer sustainable options including recycled cardboard, biodegradable kraft paper, soy-based inks, and compostable coatings.
Q. What finishing options are available for these boxes?
A. Finishing options include matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch coating, embossing, debossing, and metallic foil accents to enhance visual appeal and texture.
Q. Can these boxes include special features like windows or magnetic closures?
A. Yes, options like die-cut windows with PET/PVC film, magnetic lids, auto-lock bottoms, and inserts can be added for presentation and functionality.
Q. What is the minimum order quantity for custom shaped boxes?
A. The minimum order quantity generally starts at 100 units, depending on shape complexity and printing requirements.
Q. Do the boxes ship flat or pre-assembled?
A. Most boxes are delivered flat-packed for efficient shipping, though pre-assembled packaging can be arranged upon request.
Q. How long does it take to produce and deliver custom shaped cardboard boxes?
A. Standard production time is 7–12 business days after artwork approval. Delivery time varies depending on order volume and shipping destination.
Related Products
Corrugated
A fluted box material is created to enhance the strength of the boxes for shipment purposes.
Cardboard
Light in weight and easy to print cardstock material that would be molded into any shape and style.
Kraft
Slightly brown paper-like thin material for packaging created by wood pulp and heaving eco-friendly nature.
Rigid
A thick cardboard box that is high in strength but also luxurious in presentation.
Holographic
An impressive as well as laminated paperboard that emulates a 3d look to colors.
Offset Print
High-quality and low-cost printing option that transfers the image to the box surface in a good resolution.
Digital Print
Digital printing techniques do not require any sort of printing plate as it transfers the image to the surface of the box easily without a plate.
UV Print
Safeguard the printed area from fading and make them more attractive.
Pantone
Utilization of a universally accepted color-matching system for printing the boxes.
Hot Foil Stamping
Print the foil detail by using the hot dies on the surface of the packaging boxes.
Cold Foil Stamping
It is a removable foil stamp that is applied without pressing any hot die or pressure on the boxes.
Blind Embossing
Create the raised area on the box surface by applying the pressure, not the inks.
Blind Debossing
Just like the craving on the box created by using letter plates or letter presses.
Registered Embossing
Create both the texture as well as the depth and endow a 3d effect to the area of the box.
Combination Embossing
Both the design as well as foiling is utilised at the same time to create a more appealing presentation.
Window Patching
Create a plain see-through cut in the box that is covered with a see-through plastic sheet.
Aqueous Coating
Provide tear-free impact to the packaging with a clear and fast-drying water-based coating at the time of printing.
UV Coating
Add protection against the damaging impact of UV sun rays by applying the UV coating to the packaging.
Spot Gloss UV
Annex the glossy effect on the specific areas of the packaging through spot coating.
Soft Touch Coating
Use the soft touch coating to make the darker and dull areas of the packaging velvety and smooth.
Varnish
Provides protection as well as perfect presentation to the printing part of boxes.
Lamination
A very thin plastic film is pasted in the boxes to make them more durable and long-lasting.
Anti-Scratch Lamination
This thin film of plastic is used to endow the scuff as well as scratch resistance to the boxes.