Custom Shoulder Neck Rigid Boxes
from $2.50 / unitStarting price per unit, shipping included. Your price depends on quantity, size, material and finishes, and drops as quantity grows. The final price comes with your quote, and it includes shipping. The starting price is for collapsible rigid boxes delivered flat. Assembled setup boxes are priced separately.
It is a two-piece rigid box with a stepped shoulder profile, so the closed box has a distinctive silhouette.
- Custom sizes
- Free design support
- Low minimums
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Quick specs
- Sizes
- Custom, made to your product's dimensions
- Minimum order
- Low MOQ
- Material
- Rigid board
- Thickness
- 800–2000gsm, depending on box size
- Printing
- CMYK or Pantone
- Coating
- Varnish (water-based) or lamination
- Finishes
- Matte, glossy, satin or soft touch; foil stamping, embossing or debossing and spot UV available; window patching available
- Shipping
- Most rigid boxes ship assembled. The collapsible magnetic style folds flat and ships flat
- Available samples
- Structural Sample, Simplified Sample, Pre-Production Sample, Digital Print Proof, Press Proof
- Delivery
- 5–7 working days, plus 4–5 working days for delivery; larger or more complex orders can take longer
- Design support
- Free design support, proofing and 3D preview
Details
Tell us the size, quantity and print requirements for your shoulder neck rigid boxes, and we will send you a quote.
Low MOQ
Custom Sizes
Tell us the size you need and we will quote it.
Design Support
Free artwork and design assistance are included with your quote.
Fast Quotes
We reply to quote requests within 1 business day.
About Shoulder Neck Rigid Boxes
It is a two-piece rigid box with a stepped shoulder profile, so the closed box has a distinctive silhouette.
When to Choose Shoulder Neck Rigid Boxes
A shoulder neck rigid box has two pieces, and its lid sits on a stepped shoulder on the base, so the closed box shows a deliberate step line instead of a flat seam. That detail gives it a distinctive silhouette that is hard to confuse with a plain lid and base box. It takes more work to make than a simple lid and base, so it sits above the simpler two-piece styles on the cost scale.
Choose a shoulder neck over a lift-off lid when you want the box to look finished and tailored in the closed state, rather than casual. Choose it over a hinged flip lid when the lid should come off entirely and the unboxing should feel slow and ceremonial. Choose a hinged or magnetic style instead when quick, repeated access matters more than the look. It is a good fit for premium products that are given as presents.
What to Look for in Shoulder Neck Rigid Boxes
- Step depth. The height of the shoulder sets how the lid sits and how visible the step is. Ask to see the options.
- Lid fit. The lid should slide off with a little resistance and not drop on or lift off by itself. Ask about the fit and about a finger notch.
- Two papers. Ask whether the lid and the base can use different papers or colors, which makes the step line stand out.
- Inside depth. Decide how tall the product is, with any insert, so that the lid still closes cleanly.
- Outer carton. A two-piece box can separate in transit. Plan to ship it in an outer carton.
- Board weight. Rigid board runs from 800 to 2000gsm depending on the size.
Where Shoulder Neck Rigid Boxes Are Used
- Fragrance and perfume. The stepped shoulder suits a bottle presented as a gift.
- Skincare and beauty sets. Premium sets for gifting.
- Premium candles and home goods. Items that go on a shelf as well as in a parcel.
- Watches and corporate gifts. Products where the box is part of the value.
Artwork and Printing Tips
- Plan the lid and the shoulder as separate surfaces. The step line catches the eye, so keep the design clean around it.
- Use a contrast of color between the lid and the base paper to emphasize the step.
- Ask about foil stamping, embossing or spot UV on the lid, and about printing the inside.
- A soft touch finish pairs well with a shoulder neck box, and matte keeps fingerprints away.
- Send artwork with the quote and ask for a proof of the wrap before production.
How Custom Shoulder Neck Rigid Boxes Compares with Other Rigid Box Styles
Not sure this is the right style? Here is what sets the other styles apart.
- Magnetic Closure Rigid Box
A sturdy box with a glued-in tray and a magnetic lid closure that holds the lid shut. Also known as a hinged or flip-top magnetic lock box.
- Match Style Rigid Drawer Box
A two-piece rigid box with a separate lid and a built-in drawer that slides out smoothly.
- Lift-off/Detachable Lid Rigid Box
A two-piece custom rigid box with a separate lid that lifts off, leaving the base partly exposed for a casual look.
- Hinged/Flip Lid Rigid Box
A one-piece rigid box with an attached hinged lid that flips open and closed. Easy to open and available in various styles.
How Ordering Works
- 1
Share Your Requirements
Send us your required or product dimensions, preferred style, required quantity, delivery location, and artwork.
- 2
Review Your Quote
We will prepare pricing based on the selected size, material, printing, finishing, and quantity.
- 3
Approve Dieline & Artwork
Review the layout and artwork before production begins.
- 4
Production and Delivery
After approval, your order moves into production and is shipped to your specified location.
We reply to quote requests within 1 business day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are shoulder neck rigid boxes?
It is a two-piece rigid box with a stepped shoulder profile, so the closed box has a distinctive silhouette.
What is the minimum order quantity for shoulder neck rigid boxes?
The minimum order quantity for shoulder neck rigid boxes at PacksDo is low, and we confirm the exact number in your quote. The price per unit falls as the quantity grows.
How much do shoulder neck rigid boxes cost?
Pricing starts from $2.50 per unit, and prices and quotes include shipping. Your price depends on quantity, size, material, printing and finishes, and falls as quantity grows. The starting price is for collapsible rigid boxes delivered flat. Assembled setup boxes are priced separately. Request a quote for your project.
How long does it take to get shoulder neck rigid boxes?
Production at PacksDo usually takes 5–7 working days. It starts once your artwork is approved and payment is received. Larger or more complex orders can take longer, and we confirm the date in your quote. Delivery usually takes another 4–5 working days, depending on the carrier and your location, so a typical order arrives in about 2 weeks and larger orders take longer. See the turnaround guide.
What is a shoulder neck rigid box?
It is a two-piece rigid box with a stepped shoulder profile, so the closed box has a distinctive silhouette. The lid sits on a step on the base, and the step line is visible when the box is closed.
How tight should the lid of a shoulder neck box fit?
It should slide off with a little resistance and not drop on or fall off by itself. Tell us the feel you want and we confirm what is possible.
Can the lid and base be different colors?
Many brands choose a contrasting lid and base to show off the step. Tell us the colors you want, and we confirm the paper options with your quote.
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