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Material

Corrugated, cardboard, kraft

Printing

Full CMYK + Pantone, soy inks

Turnaround

7 business days

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Free shipping included

Custom Shipping Packaging

Your product deserves packaging that does more than just survive the journey. Custom shipping packaging from Teal Packaging protects your goods, reinforces your brand. And creates an unboxing experience customers remember. Whether you're shipping fragile electronics, subscription boxes, apparel. Or artisan goods, we build packaging engineered for the real world of transit.

What Is Custom Shipping Packaging?

Custom shipping packaging refers to boxes, mailers. And protective containers built to your exact specifications. Unlike generic stock boxes, custom shipping packaging is sized precisely for your product, printed with your branding. And constructed from materials chosen for your specific shipping requirements. It reduces dimensional weight charges, cuts down on filler waste, and ensures your product arrives intact.

From corrugated shipping boxes to rigid mailers and padded envelopes, the right packaging solution depends on your product weight, fragility, and brand positioning.

Materials We Use

We source and manufacture custom shipping packaging from industry-standard and premium materials:

  • Single-wall corrugated cardboard for lightweight shipments under 20 lbs
  • Double-wall corrugated cardboard for heavy or fragile items requiring extra crush resistance
  • Triple-wall corrugated for industrial or bulk shipping applications
  • Kraft paper mailers for flat items, documents, and apparel
  • Poly mailers in standard and biodegradable options for water-resistant protection
  • Rigid chipboard for subscription boxes and premium retail shipments
  • Recycled and FSC-certified paper options for brands with sustainability commitments

All corrugated options meet ISTA and ASTM shipping standards, so your packaging passes carrier testing and qualifies for standard shipping rates.

Available Sizes and Configurations

We produce custom shipping packaging in virtually any dimension. Common configurations include:

  • Small parcels: 6x4x2 inches up to 10x8x6 inches
  • Mid-size shipping boxes: 12x9x4 inches to 18x14x8 inches
  • Large freight boxes: 24x18x12 inches and beyond
  • Long tubes and cylindrical mailers for posters, blueprints, and rolled goods
  • Flat mailers from 6x9 inches to 10x13 inches
  • Subscription-style boxes with magnetic closures or tuck-end lids

If your product has unusual dimensions, our structural engineers can design a die-cut solution that fits precisely, eliminating wasted space and reducing the void fill you need.

Printing and Branding Options

Custom shipping packaging is one of the highest-impact branding touchpoints for e-commerce businesses. We offer:

  • Full-color exterior printing with your logo, brand colors, and messaging
  • Inside printing for premium unboxing experiences
  • Spot UV and gloss or matte lamination on rigid boxes
  • One-color and two-color flexo printing for high-volume corrugated orders
  • Digital printing for short runs and variable data requirements

Who Needs Custom Shipping Packaging?

Custom shipping packaging is a smart investment for a wide range of businesses:

  • E-commerce brands shipping direct-to-consumer who want packaging that reflects their brand identity
  • Subscription box companies delivering monthly curated products requiring consistent, branded presentation
  • Food and beverage companies shipping shelf-stable products or meal kits
  • Electronics and tech brands needing crush-resistant corrugated with custom inserts
  • Apparel and fashion labels looking for poly mailers or soft-pack solutions with branding
  • Cosmetics and skincare brands shipping glass or fragile items requiring foam inserts
  • Artisan and handmade goods sellers on Etsy and Shopify wanting professional packaging that elevates perceived value
  • B2B distributors shipping products to retail partners or wholesale accounts

Why Choose Teal Packaging for Custom Shipping Boxes?

There are dozens of packaging suppliers, but few offer the combination of quality, flexibility, and customer service that Teal Packaging provides:

  • Free shipping is included on every Teal order, with delivery details confirmed during quoting.
  • Low minimum order quantities, so startups and small businesses can order exactly what they need
  • Fast turnaround with standard lead times of 7 to 10 business days and rush options available
  • Dedicated packaging consultants who review your specs and flag potential issues before production
  • Free structural prototypes so you can test fit and finish before committing to a full run
  • Competitive pricing with volume discounts starting at 500 units

Pair Custom Shipping Boxes with Mailer Boxes

Many brands use custom shipping packaging as an outer shipper alongside a branded inner box. Our custom mailer boxes are designed to nest inside corrugated shippers while delivering a premium unboxing moment to the end customer. Combining an outer shipping box with an inner mailer box gives you the structural protection of corrugated with the brand presentation of a rigid box.

Request a Quote Today

Getting started is simple. Share your product dimensions, target quantity. And any branding requirements. And our team will send you a quote within 24 hours. With free shipping, low MOQ, and a structural prototyping process that eliminates surprises, Teal Packaging makes custom shipping packaging accessible for businesses at every stage.

Production Checklist

How to Plan Custom Shipping Packaging

Use this page to brief Teal before quoting. The strongest custom shipping 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 shipping 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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Further Reading

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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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