Gable boxes are the ones with a built-in carry handle at the top. You have seen them at bakeries, delis, and gift shops. The handle folds up from the box walls, no separate ribbon or bag needed. Custom gable boxes from Teal Packaging start at $1.10/unit for orders of 200+.
Where Gable Boxes Get Used
Anywhere a customer needs to carry the product out of a store. The built-in handle makes gable boxes a functional replacement for bags in many situations:
- Bakeries and restaurants: Cupcakes, pastries, fried chicken, deli sandwiches. Gable boxes in food-grade white or kraft board.
- Party favors and events: Wedding favors, birthday party gifts, corporate event giveaways. Often custom-printed with event details.
- Retail gift packaging: Candles, bath products, small gift sets. The box IS the gift wrap.
- Kids products: Toys, craft kits, snack boxes. The handle makes it easy for small hands to carry.
- Farmers markets: Honey, jams, produce bundles. Kraft gable boxes with a window to show the product inside.
Sizes and Specs
Standard gable box dimensions (LxWxH excluding handle):
- Small: 4x2.5x4.5" (party favors, small gifts, sample packs)
- Medium: 6x4x4" (cupcakes, cookies, bath product sets)
- Large: 8x5x5" (larger food items, gift baskets, restaurant takeout)
- Jumbo: 9x6x6" (big gift sets, multiple food items)
Handle height adds 2-3" above the box. Custom sizes available at any dimensions.
Materials
- White SBS (16-20pt): Bright, smooth surface. Best print quality. FDA-compliant for food contact.
- Kraft (18-24pt): Natural rustic look. Popular for organic food brands and farmers market vendors. Also FDA-compliant.
- Corrugated (E-flute): For heavier contents that need more structural support. Less common for gable boxes but available.
Pricing
- Small (4x2.5x4.5"): $1.10 to $1.90/unit at 200-500 qty; $0.70 to $1.20/unit at 1,000+
- Medium (6x4x4"): $1.40 to $2.40/unit at 200-500 qty; $0.90 to $1.60/unit at 1,000+
- Large (8x5x5"): $1.80 to $3.00/unit at 200-500 qty; $1.15 to $2.10/unit at 1,000+
Window cutout adds $0.10 to $0.20 per unit. Food-safe coating (grease-resistant) adds $0.05 to $0.10 per unit.
Food Safety
All our gable boxes for food use are printed with FDA-compliant, food-safe inks. Grease-resistant coatings available for fried foods and baked goods. If you are packaging hot food, specify this when ordering so we use a heat-resistant adhesive on the handle assembly.
Order Gable Boxes
MOQ 100 units (custom printed) or 50 units (plain stock in white or kraft). Standard production 15-20 business days. Plain stock ships in 5-7 days. Free shipping to US, Canada, UK, Australia, and Ireland. Request a free quote.
Gable Box Sizing for Food Applications
Food-grade gable boxes need to handle weight and maintain structural integrity:
Bakery items (cupcakes, cookies): Account for the weight of frosting, fillings, and decorative elements. Use 18pt+ SBS with grease-resistant coating. Standard sizes: 4x4x4" (4-count), 6x4x4" (6-count), 8x6x4" (12-count).
Fried foods (chicken, nuggets): Grease-resistant coating is mandatory. Ventilation holes recommended for hot items. Standard: 6x4x3" (individual), 8x6x4" (family-size).
Deli items: Often need to hold liquid or semi-liquid items. Moisture-resistant coating. Compartmentalized inserts for multiple item types.
Food Safety Certifications
All our food-grade packaging meets FDA requirements:
- FDA-compliant inks: No harmful chemicals that could migrate into food.
- Grease-resistant coatings: Prevents oil/grease from soaking through.
- Moisture barriers: For items with high moisture content.
- Temperature-rated adhesives: Performs in both refrigerated and ambient conditions.
Order Gable Boxes
MOQ 100 units (custom) or 50 units (plain stock). Production 15-20 business days. Get a quote.