Custom Retail Packaging
Retail Packaging Built for the Shelf
Custom retail packaging is the packaging your product is sold in, on a shelf, a peg hook or a counter. We make boxes, sleeves, hang tags, stickers and bags, printed with your brand. Pick the pieces that suit how your product is displayed, then request a quote.
- Low minimums
- Free design support
- 5–7 working days production
- Quotes include shipping
Boxes for the shelf
Each box type links to its own page with sizes, materials, printing and finishes. The price shown is the starting price per unit.
Tuck Boxes
Paperboard boxes with tuck-in flaps for secure closures. They ship flat and suit cosmetics, electronics and retail goods.
Pillow Boxes
A one-piece paperboard carton whose curved end panels interlock to close it, in many cases without tape or adhesive.
Display Boxes
Eye-catching boxes for store shelves, counters and trade shows that put your product front and center.
Rigid Boxes
Rigid board wrapped in printed paper, ideal for high-end products and gift boxes.
Tray & Sleeve Boxes
Drawer-style packaging with a slide-open unboxing experience. A foldable tray slides out of its sleeve to present the product.
Not sure which box type fits? Read our guide to choosing the right box for your product, from measuring to testing a sample. Or browse all box types.
What makes retail packaging different
Say what it is at a glance. A retail pack sits next to other brands. Put the product name and the main benefit where a shopper looks first, and keep the detail for the sides and the back.
Decide how it will be displayed first. A pack that stands on a shelf needs a steady base, a pack that hangs needs a hang tab, and a pack at the checkout may suit a counter display box. The answer changes the box type, so settle it first.
Carry the information a pack needs. Ingredients, instructions, warnings and a barcode are your responsibility as the brand. Tell us what must appear and we place it on the dieline, and you approve the artwork before production starts.
Size the box to the product. Check the fit with a sample before a full run. The free dieline templates and the measuring guide help you get the size right.
Which retail packaging should I choose?
Start with where and how the product will be displayed.
A box that stands out on a shelf
Tuck boxes can be printed with textures and finishes. A folding carton is a single layer of paperboard, a good fit for lightweight retail items.
A pack that hangs on a peg hook
Tuck boxes can be made with a hang tab, a hanger or a side hang tab. Hang tags attach to apparel, jars, candles and electronics.
A counter or floor display
Countertop display boxes are made for checkouts, and freestanding displays suit larger retail spaces. They are made from corrugated or paperboard.
A lightweight product in a small box
Both suit lightweight items. A pillow box closes without tape or adhesive in many cases, and tuck boxes ship flat.
A gift or favor pack
A pillow box wraps a small gift, a gable box has a peaked roof and a carry handle, and a rigid box is the gift box for a high-end product.
A premium, high-end product
Rigid boxes come with magnetic closures, in drawer styles and more. A tray and sleeve box gives a slide-open reveal.
A bag to carry the purchase
Paper bags are printed in your size, paper stock and handle style, for retail stores, boutiques and events.
Shipping to customers who order online
A shelf pack is not built for a delivery. Mailer boxes and shipping boxes are corrugated, and tuck boxes can also be made with corrugated materials for added strength.
Planning packaging for the shelf?
Tell us what you sell, where it will be displayed, its size and how many you need, and we will recommend a pack. You can also order a Standard Sample Kit ($50, shipping included) to see and feel packaging samples first. Rigid boxes, and boxes that ship assembled, may not be in the kit: ask us about rigid samples.
Extras and finishes for the pack
These items from PacksDo are printed with your brand and go with the box.
Packaging Sleeves
Cardboard sleeves, often called belly bands, add branding and an extra layer of security, and can refresh an existing box.
Hang Tags
Hang tags carry details such as price, care instructions and product information. Choose flat or folded styles.
Stickers & Labels
Custom stickers and labels add information and brand recognition. Choose from die cut, kiss cut, roll and sheet styles.
Paper Bags
Printed carrier bags in your size, paper stock and handle style: rope, ribbon, twisted, die-cut, flat or handleless.
Finishes for the shelf
Finishes change how a pack looks and feels in the hand. These are the surface finishes we offer.
- MatteA smooth, non-reflective surface with a softer look.
- GlossyGlossy and reflective. This surface tends to highlight fingerprints more.
- SatinSemi-glossy, a balance between a matte and a glossy look.
- Soft touchLooks like matte, with a velvet-like feel to the touch.
Add-on finishes
Foil stamping, embossing or debossing and spot UV are available on boxes, sleeves, cards, hang tags and paper bags, and window patching on boxes. Ask for them in your quote.
- Foil stamping
- Embossing or debossing
- Spot UV
- Window patching
Need something else?
A pack for a shelf is not always the pack for a delivery, a premium gift or an influencer mailer. These pages cover those jobs.
Free dieline templates
Type the size of your box and download a real-size dieline (PDF, SVG or DXF), free and with no sign-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is custom retail packaging?
Custom retail packaging is the box, sleeve, tag or bag your product is sold in, made to fit it and printed with your brand. It has to catch the eye on a shelf, a peg hook or a counter, and carry the information a shopper needs. We make it as paperboard boxes, rigid boxes, display boxes, sleeves, hang tags, stickers and paper bags.
Which box is best for a retail shelf?
For lightweight products, tuck boxes, pillow boxes and folding cartons are the usual choices, and display boxes suit counters and trade shows. Rigid boxes suit high-end products and gift boxes. The guide above matches common needs to a box type, and we confirm the best fit when you request a quote.
Can retail packaging hang on a peg hook?
Yes. Tuck boxes can be made with a hang tab, a hanger or a side hang tab. Hang tags attach to apparel, jars, candles and electronics. Tell us how the product will be displayed and we confirm the best option with your quote.
What are the minimum order quantities and prices?
Rigid boxes start from 50 units. Tuck boxes, pillow boxes, display boxes, gable boxes, folding cartons and packaging sleeves start from 100 units. Stickers and labels, hang tags and cards start from 500 units, and paper bags start from 500 units. Each page shows a starting price per unit, and the final price depends on the size, quantity, material, printing and finishes. Quotes include shipping.
Can you put our barcode and required text on the pack?
Yes. Tell us what must appear on the pack, such as ingredients, instructions, warnings or a barcode, and we place it on the dieline. What must legally appear on your pack is your responsibility as the brand. We offer free design support, and you can also download a free dieline template to plan your artwork.
Can I order a sample before a full order?
Yes. The Standard Sample Kit holds different packaging samples, mostly chosen to match your niche or packaging type, so you can see the materials, printing details and construction up close. You can also order a structural sample, an unprinted prototype that shows the size and form of your box. The kit may not include rigid boxes or boxes that ship assembled: ask us about rigid samples. See the samples page for every sample type.
How long does it take to get retail packaging?
Production usually takes 5–7 working days, and 16–21 working days for larger orders. It starts once your artwork is approved and payment is received. 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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Packaging by Industry
See which boxes suit what you sell.
- Cosmetic Packaging BoxesBoxes for lipstick, perfume, cream and other beauty products.
- Candle Packaging BoxesBoxes and tubes for jar, pillar and tealight candles.
- Soap PackagingSleeves, boxes and gift sets for bars, from handmade to retail.
- Apparel BoxesMailers, gift boxes and tags for clothing brands.
- Jewelry BoxesRigid and paperboard boxes for rings, necklaces and watches.
- Bakery BoxesBoxes for cakes, cookies, pastries and takeaway bakes.
- Candy & Chocolate BoxesBoxes for bars, truffles, gummies and gift sets.
- E-commerce & Subscription BoxesPrinted mailers and shipping boxes for online brands.
Ready to start your packaging project?
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