Vape packaging includes printed boxes for cartridges, disposables, pods, and starter kits. Teal Packaging manufactures custom vape packaging from 50 units (specialty rigid from 100+), with free dieline design, free US shipping, and full-color printing. Production runs from about 7 business days after proof approval, with bulk pricing from $0.44/unit.
Questions or ready for a quote? Contact Teal Packaging at info@tealpackaging.com or (224) 546-8325.
Custom Vape Packaging: Compliant Vape Box Solutions 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 August 2, 2026 · Teal Packaging operates a US facility in West Chicago, Illinois.
Vape packaging sits at the intersection of design, compliance, and brand identity. The market is crowded, regulations are tight, and customers make snap decisions based on how the box looks on a dispensary or smoke shop shelf. Custom vape boxes from Teal Packaging start at $1.75/unit for 100+ pieces, with child-resistant options available.
Types of Vape Products and Their Packaging
- Disposable vapes: Single-use devices. Packaging needs to be compact (typically 2x1x5" or smaller), child-resistant in many states, and eye-catching. Tuck-end or slide box style.
- Cartridges (510 thread): Small glass or ceramic carts. Often packaged in blister packs inside a printed box. Box size: 2.5x1x4" typical.
- Pod systems: Refillable or pre-filled pods. Box holds the device and 1-2 pods. Size: 3x2x5" with die-cut insert.
- Starter kits: Device, charger, spare coils, manual. Larger box with compartmented insert. Size: 5x4x2" or 6x4x2".
- E-liquid bottles: 30ml, 60ml, 120ml bottles. Same construction as tincture boxes but with different material specifications.
Material Specifications
Vape packaging regulations are strict and vary by state and country:
- child-resistant packaging: Required in most US states, all of Canada, and the UK. durability-tested or equivalent testing required.
- Health warnings: Nicotine addiction warnings required on all nicotine-containing products. Size, placement, and wording vary by market.
- No appeal to minors: Many jurisdictions prohibit cartoon characters, candy-like imagery, or bright colors that could attract children. Check your local rules.
- Ingredient disclosure: Full ingredient list, nicotine content (mg/ml), and volume required on package.
- Tax stamps: Some states require tax stamps or serialized tracking codes on each unit.
Materials
- SBS 16-20pt: Standard for vape boxes. Smooth surface for high-quality printing. Most brands use full CMYK with matte or soft-touch lamination.
- Rigid board: For premium devices ($50+ retail). Magnetic closure, foam insert, brand-heavy unboxing experience.
Pricing
- Disposable vape box (2x1x5", tuck-end): $1.75 to $2.90/unit at 200-500 qty; $1.10 to $2.00/unit at 1,000+
- Cartridge box with blister (2.5x1x4"): $2.00 to $3.40/unit at 200-500 qty; $1.35 to $2.50/unit at 1,000+
- Starter kit box (6x4x2", with inserts): $3.00 to $5.50/unit at 200-500 qty; $2.20 to $4.00/unit at 1,000+
- child-resistant mechanism: adds $0.30 to $0.60/unit
Design Approach
The vape market skews young adult (21-35). Bold gradients, metallic finishes, and minimal text work. But compliance text takes up space, so design around it. Our approach: dedicate one full panel to compliance (usually the back) and keep the front, top, and sides purely brand-focused.
Soft-touch lamination is almost standard in vape packaging now. It feels premium, photographs well for social media, and differentiates from cheaper competitors using gloss lamination.
Order Vape Packaging
MOQ 50 units. child-resistant options add 5-7 days. Standard production from about 7 business days (longer for complex or high-volume orders). Request a free quote with 3D mockup.
Vape Packaging Compliance by State
Vape regulations vary significantly by state. Know before you design:
California: Strict warning label requirements. Tobacco retailer warning must cover 30% of front panel. ADDITIONAL state warning required. child-resistant packaging mandatory.
New York: Nicotine warning covering 30% of front panel. Health department registration required. Packaging cannot be marketed to minors.
Texas: No state-specific packaging requirements beyond federal. Standard child-resistant packaging recommended.
Florida: Nicotine warning required. Packaging must not appeal to minors (no cartoons, bright colors). child-resistant recommended.
Colorado: Standard federal requirements. Packaging must not target minors.
Vape Packaging Design Trends
What is working in the market right now:
- Minimalist designs: Clean, bold typography. Less is more.
- Gradient backgrounds: Subtle color gradients (purple-blue, green-teal) that shift as the box moves.
- Metallic accents: Silver or gold foil on a matte background.
- Soft-touch lamination: Feels premium, photographs well.
Order Vape Packaging
MOQ 50 units. Production from about 7 business days (longer for complex or high-volume orders). Get a quote.
How to Spec Vape Packaging for Your Product Line
Start with the device, not the artwork. Measure the unit, allow a little clearance, and pick a structure that matches how it sells: tuck-end cartons for disposables, insert or blister boxes for 510 carts, and rigid setup boxes for premium kits. If you run multiple flavors or strengths, keep one dieline and change only the printed layer. That keeps proofs simple and lets you order per-SKU runs as low as 50 units.
Material choice follows retail context. White SBS at 14-18pt handles most vape packaging jobs with crisp full-color printing, while rigid chipboard (1.5-2.5mm) suits heavier kits. FSC-certified paper and recyclable stocks are available by specification. See our custom vape boxes and vape cartridge boxes for base structures and sizing.
Test Runs Before Full Rollout
Because MOQ starts at 50 units, you can print a short run for a new flavor or a single retail account, confirm how it performs on shelf, then scale the same dieline to bulk pricing from $0.44/unit. Production runs from about 7 business days after proof approval (complex or high-volume jobs take longer), plus 2 to 5 business days for US delivery, with free US shipping on custom orders. Request a quote with your device dimensions for exact per-unit pricing.
