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Material

Corrugated, cardboard, kraft

Printing

Full CMYK + Pantone, soy inks

Turnaround

7 business days

Shipping

Free shipping included

Custom Product Packaging Built Around Your Brand

Custom product packaging is more than a box. It's the first physical interaction a customer has with your brand, and it shapes how they feel about everything inside. At Teal Packaging, we help businesses of all sizes design and order packaging that looks intentional, protects products during transit, and keeps customers coming back.

Whether you're launching a new product line or replacing generic shipping boxes with something that actually represents your brand, we make the process straightforward from start to finish.

Who Needs Custom Product Packaging

The short answer: any business that ships or sells physical products. The specifics vary, but the goal is always the same -- packaging that works as hard as the product inside it.

  • E-commerce brands shipping direct to consumers who want an unboxing experience worth sharing
  • Retail sellers who need shelf-ready packaging that stands out in crowded displays
  • Subscription box companies building monthly experiences around a branded container
  • Food and beverage businesses that need packaging meeting specific material and labeling requirements
  • Cosmetics and skincare brands where packaging quality signals product quality
  • Small businesses and startups testing new products without committing to large minimum orders

There are low minimum order quantities at Teal Packaging. You can order exactly what you need, whether that's 25 units for a product launch or 5,000 for a seasonal push.

Materials We Work With

The right material depends on your product weight, shipping method, and brand positioning. We'll help you match the right board to your needs without overengineering it.

  • Corrugated board (E, B, C flute) -- durable and lightweight, ideal for shipping boxes and mailer styles
  • Cardstock (14pt to 24pt) -- smooth print surface for retail cartons, folding boxes, and presentation packaging
  • Kraft board -- natural brown finish with strong eco-friendly appeal, great for food and lifestyle brands
  • Rigid board (2mm chipboard) -- premium feel with a substantial weight, used for gift boxes and luxury products
  • FSC-certified and recycled content options -- for brands with sustainability commitments

We print with soy-based inks across our product line and offer recyclable and biodegradable options on most materials.

Box Styles and Sizes

We manufacture packaging across a wide range of styles and dimensions. Standard sizes are available for fast turnaround, and fully custom die lines are an option when your product calls for something specific.

Popular styles include:

  • Mailer boxes -- tuck-top closure, double-wall construction, perfect for e-commerce shipping. See our mailer box options.
  • Kraft boxes -- natural finish, versatile sizing, widely used for retail and gifting. Browse kraft box styles.
  • Folding cartons -- retail shelf packaging for food, cosmetics, and consumer goods
  • Display boxes -- counter and point-of-sale packaging designed to move product
  • Rigid boxes -- magnetic or lift-off lid styles for premium and luxury products

If you're not sure which style fits your product, call us at (224) 546-8325 and we'll walk through the options with you.

Customization Options

Full-color CMYK printing is standard across our product line. Beyond the print itself, we offer a range of finishing options that affect how the packaging looks and feels in hand.

  • Matte or gloss lamination for durability and visual polish
  • Soft touch lamination for a velvety tactile finish
  • Spot UV coating -- selective gloss areas on a matte background
  • Foil stamping in gold, silver, or holographic
  • Embossing and debossing for raised or pressed logo details
  • Window patching -- die-cut openings with clear film to show product inside
  • Inside printing for the full unboxing experience

These finishes work across most box styles and materials. Not every finish suits every project, and we'll tell you honestly when something isn't worth the cost for your use case.

Turnaround, Shipping, and Minimums

Standard production runs ship in 7 business days. Rush options are available when the timeline is tighter. We offer free shipping on all orders to the contiguous United States, so the price you see is the price you pay.

There are low minimum order quantities. This matters most to businesses testing a new product or a new packaging design before scaling up. Order a small run, validate it, then increase quantity when you're ready.

For questions about your specific product dimensions, materials, or a quote, reach us directly at (224) 546-8325. Our team is based in Oglesby, IL and responds quickly.

Getting Started

Start with your product dimensions and a general sense of the style you want. If you have existing artwork, we'll work from it. If you need design help, we can connect you with resources to get your files print-ready.

Custom packaging done right doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Teal Packaging keeps the process lean so you can move fast and get packaging that actually reflects your brand.

Production Checklist

How to Plan Custom Product Packaging

Use this page to brief Teal before quoting. The strongest custom product packaging 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 product packaging, materials, lead times, and ordering.

Most standard custom box projects start around 50 units. Specialty structures, regulated categories, and some material choices may start at 100+ units.

Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval. Complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days.

Full-color CMYK, Pantone spot colors, white ink on kraft. Finishes include matte/gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing.

Yes. Free shipping is included on every Teal order. Delivery timeline, carrier/service level, and destination requirements are confirmed during quoting.

FSC-certified paper options, recyclable materials, and soy or water-based ink options are available by specification. See the certifications and materials page for claim scope.

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Plan Sizing and Materials

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

USA

(224) 546-8325
44288 Fremont Blvd,
Fremont, CA 94538, USA

UK

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

UAE

+971 564246684
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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