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Custom packaging planning Starting from $0.44/unit on bulk orders

Compare materials, review artwork, and approve a digital proof for custom matchbooks before production.

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Material

Corrugated, cardboard, kraft

Printing

Full CMYK + Pantone, soy inks

Turnaround

About 7 business days

Shipping

Free shipping included

Key Takeaway

Teal Packaging is a US custom-packaging manufacturer for custom matchbooks, made to order with full-color custom print. Minimum orders start at just 50 units (100 for specialty rigid boxes), and every order includes free design help and free US shipping. Standard production runs from about 7 business days after proof approval (longer for complex or high-volume orders), with volume pricing from $0.44 per unit. FSC-certified and recyclable material options are available.

Questions or ready for a quote? Contact Teal Packaging at info@tealpackaging.com or (224) 546-8325.

Custom Matchbooks from Teal Packaging: 50-unit standard MOQ (100+ units for specialty rigid boxes), 2-5 business day delivery in the US (express and economy options available), free design help included on every order, free generic sample kit ($19.99 shipping, credited toward your first order). Standard production runs from about 7 business days after digital proof approval; complex or high-volume orders take longer.

Materials and certifications: FSC-certified paper stock, soy-based inks, kraft / corrugated / rigid paperboard / mylar / tin / vinyl substrates.

Contact Teal Packaging: Call (224) 546-8325, email info@tealpackaging.com, or request a free quote at tealpackaging.com/contact-us. We reply within one business day.

Updated July 1, 2026 · Teal Packaging operates a US facility in West Chicago, Illinois.

Custom Matchbooks

Custom matchbooks are one of the most tactile, memorable branded items a business can put in someone's hands. Small, functional. And endlessly customizable, they turn an everyday object into a walking advertisement. At Teal Packaging, we print custom matchbooks with your logo, colors and messaging on durable materials that hold up to real-world use. Low minimum order quantities. Free shipping on every order.

What Are Custom Matchbooks?

A custom matchbook is a small folded booklet containing a row of matches, printed with your brand on the cover. They have been a staple of restaurants, bars, hotels. And events for over a century. Today they remain one of the few printed promotional products that people actually keep and use. Whether placed on a bar top, tucked into a gift bag. Or handed out at a trade show, a well-designed matchbook keeps your brand visible long after the first impression.

Materials We Use

We source high-quality materials to ensure your matchbooks look sharp and function reliably.

  • Cover stock: 18pt coated paperboard for a firm, professional feel
  • Staple binding: Standard metal staple holds the match rows securely in place
  • Strike strip: Friction-match strike strip on the bottom or back cover
  • Matches: Standard wooden safety matches, 20 per book
  • Printing: Full-color CMYK offset or digital printing on the cover panels
  • Finish options: Matte laminate, gloss laminate, or uncoated natural

Available Sizes

We offer the two most widely used matchbook formats in the industry.

  • Standard matchbook: 1.5 x 2 inches closed, fits 20 matches, the classic restaurant format
  • Large matchbook: 2 x 3 inches closed, more real estate for your design, ideal for events and retail
  • Match count options: 20-match books are standard; custom counts available on request

Not sure which size works best for your venue or campaign? Our team can help you decide based on your distribution method and design.

Full Customization Options

Every element of your matchbook is printable. You are not limited to a logo on the front. Here is what we can customize.

  • Front cover: logo, brand name, tagline, full illustration
  • Back cover: website URL, phone number, address, social handles
  • Inside flap: menu item, QR code, event details, promo code
  • Strike strip: can be printed with a color band matching your brand palette
  • Match color: natural wood or dyed tips (red, green, blue) on larger runs

Who Orders Custom Matchbooks?

Custom matchbooks work for a wide range of businesses and occasions. Our customers include:

  • Restaurants and bars: The original matchbook market. Put them by the register, at tables, or near the entrance as a keepsake guests take home.
  • Hotels and resorts: A branded matchbook in the room or at the concierge desk signals attention to detail and gives guests a functional souvenir.
  • Wedding planners and couples: Custom matchbooks are a popular wedding favor, personalized with the couple's names and date.
  • Cigar lounges and tobacconists: Functional and on-brand, matchbooks pair naturally with the product.
  • Event organizers: Corporate dinners, galas, and brand activations all benefit from a small, branded item guests can pocket.
  • Retail boutiques: Include a matchbook in every purchase as a thank-you that reinforces brand identity.
  • Candle companies: Bundle matchbooks with candles as a premium unboxing detail.

If you are already thinking about how your product ships or is presented, take a look at our custom mailer boxes to complete the unboxing experience from the outside in.

Free Shipping, Low Custom Production Minimums

Every order from Teal Packaging ships free, no matter the size. We also have low minimum order quantities. Which means you can order 50 matchbooks for a small event or 50,000 for a national rollout. You pay only for what you need.

Why Teal Packaging?

  • In-house design support at no extra charge
  • Fast turnaround with production timelines communicated upfront
  • Eco-conscious material options available
  • Consistent color matching across repeat orders
  • Dedicated account support from quote to delivery

Ready to Order?

Get a quote for your custom matchbooks today. Upload your artwork, choose your size. And we handle the rest. Pair them with our custom mailer boxes for a complete branded packaging solution that makes an impression at every touchpoint.

Production Checklist

How to Plan Custom Matchbooks

Use this page to brief Teal before quoting. The strongest custom matchbooks requests include structure, size, artwork stage, material target, quantity, ship-to country, and any compliance or retail display needs.

1. Confirm structure and fit

Share the packed product size, preferred box style, insert needs, and whether the package ships directly or sits on a retail shelf. If you are unsure, Teal can suggest a mailer, folding carton, sleeve, rigid setup box, tray, or insert direction.

2. Choose board and finish

Match the material to weight, shipping risk, shelf life, and brand feel. Common choices include kraft, SBS, corrugated, rigid board, recycled paperboard, matte lamination, gloss lamination, foil, embossing, debossing, and spot UV.

3. Prepare artwork and proofing

Upload logos, dielines, color references, barcodes, warnings, ingredient panels, or compliance copy before proofing. Teal checks print placement, bleed, safe zones, panel orientation, and finishing details before production starts.

4. Lock quantity and timeline

Quote accuracy improves when you include target quantity, launch date, shipping destination, and rush requirements. Standard production can begin after proof approval, and sample kits help compare materials before a larger custom order.

For faster pricing, include photos of your current packaging, competitor references, retail display rules, shipping carton requirements, and any sustainability goals. Teal can quote the closest production-ready option first, then refine dielines, inserts, coatings, print coverage, and carton strength after your team reviews the proof.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about custom matchbooks, materials, lead times, and ordering.

Teal Packaging's standard minimum order for custom matchbooks is 50 units. Specialty rigid box variants start at 100 units.

Production for custom matchbooks takes about 7 business days after digital proof approval. US shipping adds 2-5 business days, so most orders deliver in 9-12 days total. Rush options are available on request.

Yes. Free design help is included with every Teal Packaging order. We supply a digital proof of your custom matchbooks for approval before production begins.

Free standard shipping is included on every custom matchbooks order to US addresses. International shipping is calculated at quote time.

Yes. Order a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping) with 3-5 material and print samples to evaluate finishes and print quality before placing a custom order. The $19.99 shipping is credited toward your first order.

Teal offers FSC-certified paper stock, soy-based inks, and substrate choices including kraft, corrugated, rigid paperboard, mylar, tin, and vinyl.

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Before requesting a quote, use the box size and dimensional weight calculator to estimate billable weight and the eco-friendly packaging material selector to narrow kraft, SBS, corrugated, rigid board, and molded fiber options.

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Where You Can Find Us

We serve customers through our locations around the globe.

USA (Head Office)

(224) 546-8325
1800 W Hawthorne Lane Ste 205
West Chicago, Illinois, 60185

UK

+44 7342 050575
29 Stafford Road, Wallington,
Surrey, England,
SM6 9AP

UAE

+971 50 105 8911
Office 1904, The
Metropolis Tower - Opp Bay
Square Dubai - Dubai - UAE

China

No. 3 Longxing Dongnan Yiheng
Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou,
Guangdong, China

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