Reverse Tuck End Box
from $0.40 / 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.
Reverse Tuck End (RTE) folding cartons are made from paperboard and suit an array of products, including food, cosmetics and small household items.
- Custom sizes
- Free design support
- Low minimums
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Quick specs
- Sizes
- Custom, made to your product's dimensions
- Minimum order
- 50 units
- Material
- Paperboard (white SBS or brown kraft); E-flute corrugation can be added
- Thickness
- 300–400gsm, 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
- Options
- 21 closures and features, including window cutout, hang tab and locking dust flap
- Shipping
- Ships flat
- Assembly level
- Some assembly required
- Product protection potential
- Normal (high with added corrugation)
- Suitable as shipping box
- No, additional shipping carton strongly recommended
- Printing technology
- Offset (litho) printing; digital printing is available on request for small runs
- Support for inserts & dividers
- Custom Box Inserts, Custom Box Dividers, Custom Box Partitions
- 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
- Free dieline templates
- Tuck End Boxes dielines
Details
The RTE carton design has a tuck-in flap at the top and at the bottom, hinged from opposite panels, so the two flaps fold in opposite directions. That reverse direction gives the carton its name, "Reverse Tuck End."
One of the primary advantages of RTE cartons is their flexibility. They can be produced in various sizes, shapes, and colors to suit the specific packaging needs of different products.
Explore our folding cartons to find the right match.
Measurements
To ensure a perfect fit, understanding tuck box measurements is key. Here's a breakdown of what each dimension refers to when you view the box head-on:
- Length: Measured from one side of the box to the other.
- Width: Measured from the front of the box to the back.
- Height: Measured from the top of the box to the bottom.
How Reverse Tuck End Box Compares with Other Tuck Box Styles
Not sure this is the right style? Here is what sets the other styles apart.
- Straight Tuck End Box
This is a common box closure with flaps on the top and bottom that tuck inwards in the same direction to close the box. It's easy to assemble and open, making it a popular choice for various packaging needs.
- Auto Lock Bottom Box
Also known as crash lock base boxes, has pre-glued bottom that folds flat for storage and pops up into shape for use. The top closure can be designed in various styles, such as a tuck top or a fold-over top.
- Snap Lock Bottom Box
This style has a bottom closure with interlocking tabs. The tabs snap together for a secure assembly without glue or tape. Snap lock bottom boxes suit heavier items.
- Seal End Box
The seal end box has dust flaps and two other overlapping flaps for added protection. It suits products that need extra care against dust and damage.
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 is a reverse tuck end (RTE) box?
A reverse tuck end box is a paperboard carton with a tuck-in flap at the top and at the bottom, hinged from opposite panels so that the two flaps fold in opposite directions. That reverse direction gives the box its name.
What is the difference between a reverse tuck end and a straight tuck end box?
A reverse tuck end box is similar to a straight tuck end box, but its top and bottom flaps fold in opposite directions.
What are reverse tuck end boxes used for?
Reverse tuck end cartons are used for a range of products, including food, cosmetics and small household items. They can be produced in various sizes, shapes and colors to suit the product.
Do reverse tuck end boxes ship flat?
Yes. Reverse tuck end boxes ship flat and need some assembly when they arrive.
Can reverse tuck end boxes be used as shipping boxes?
No. Reverse tuck end boxes are paperboard cartons made to hold and present the product, so an additional shipping carton is strongly recommended for transit.
Is there a free dieline template for reverse tuck end boxes?
Yes. We have a free Reverse Tuck End Box dieline template: enter your size and download a real-size PDF, SVG or DXF with the cut and crease lines. It is a starting point for your artwork layout. After you request a quote, we confirm the final dieline with you.
What is the minimum order quantity for reverse tuck end boxes?
The minimum order quantity for reverse tuck end boxes at PacksDo is 50 units. The price per unit falls as the quantity grows.
How much do reverse tuck end boxes cost?
Pricing starts from $0.40 per unit, and prices and quotes include shipping. Your price depends on quantity, size, material, printing and finishes, and falls as quantity grows. Request a quote for your project.
How long does it take to get reverse tuck end 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.
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