Teal Packaging is a US manufacturer for eco-friendly custom shipping mailers, offering made-to-order, full-color custom printed mailer boxes and corrugated shipping boxes with FSC-certified and recyclable options. For buyers comparing suppliers, Teal’s useful differentiators are a 50-unit minimum for most products, free design help on every order, and free US shipping. Production is about 7 business days after proof approval, and volume pricing starts from $0.44 per unit. Teal also produces related custom packaging such as product boxes, folding cartons, shopping bags, paper bags, pouches, and drawer boxes.
Questions or ready for a quote? Contact Teal Packaging at info@tealpackaging.com or (224) 546-8325.
Eco-Friendly Packaging: Green Solutions for Responsible Brands 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 10, 2026 · Teal Packaging operates a US facility in West Chicago, Illinois.
Eco-Friendly Packaging: Sustainable Custom Boxes for Responsible Brands
Sustainability is no longer optional in packaging. Consumers actively choose brands that demonstrate environmental responsibility, and 73% of millennials are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging. Teal Packaging makes eco-friendly custom boxes accessible to businesses of every size, from startups ordering 50 units to enterprises ordering 50,000. All our paper stock is FSC-certified, and every print job uses soy-based inks.
Eco-Friendly Materials We Offer
- Kraft Paperboard (300-600gsm): Unbleached, natural brown fiber. 100% recyclable and biodegradable. The most popular choice for eco-conscious brands. Pairs well with minimalist design aesthetics. Browse kraft boxes.
- Recycled Cardboard: Made from 80-100% post-consumer waste. Identical structural strength to virgin board. Available in white or natural brown.
- Corrugated Board (E-flute, B-flute): Lightweight yet protective. Ideal for shipping and e-commerce. FSC-certified options standard. Browse corrugated boxes.
- SBS (Solid Bleached Sulfate): Premium white board for luxury eco packaging. FSC-certified, recyclable, excellent print surface for full-color branding.
- Rigid Chipboard: 1.5-3mm thick boards for premium unboxing. Made from recycled fiber. Browse rigid boxes.
- Compostable Materials: Certified compostable options available for qualifying orders. Breaks down in commercial composting facilities within 90 days.
Sustainable Printing and Finishing
Eco-friendly packaging does not mean plain packaging. We offer the full range of finishing options using sustainable methods:
- Soy-Based Inks: Standard on every print job. Lower VOC emissions than petroleum-based inks, easier to de-ink during recycling.
- Water-Based Coatings: Aqueous coating for gloss or matte finish without petroleum-based solvents. available with recyclable options by specification.
- FSC-Certified Paper: All stock sourced from responsibly managed forests. Chain of custody documentation available on request.
- Minimal Ink Coverage Options: Single-color or two-color printing reduces ink usage by 60-80% compared to full CMYK while maintaining brand impact.
- Debossing and Embossing: Zero-ink branding techniques that create tactile logo impressions without any ink at all.
Pricing for Eco-Friendly Packaging
Sustainable packaging does not have to cost more. Our eco-friendly options start at the same price point as conventional materials:
- Kraft Mailer Boxes: From $0.80/unit (100+ qty). See mailer boxes.
- Recycled Cardboard Boxes: From $0.60/unit (100+ qty).
- Eco Rigid Gift Boxes: From $2.00/unit (100+ qty). See gift boxes.
- Compostable Packaging: From $1.20/unit (500+ qty, minimum for compostable certification).
Low minimum order quantities on standard eco materials. Free shipping is included on every Teal order, with delivery details confirmed during quoting.
Industries Using Eco-Friendly Packaging
Sustainable packaging works across every industry. Our most popular eco categories:
- Beauty and Skincare: Kraft boxes with soy-ink printing for serums, creams, and cosmetics. See cosmetic packaging.
- Food and Beverage: material options available by specification eco packaging for bakeries, coffee brands, and meal kits. See food packaging.
- Candles and Home: Recyclable rigid and kraft boxes for candle brands. See candle boxes.
- Fashion and Apparel: Branded mailer boxes for DTC clothing and accessory brands.
- CBD and Wellness: Compliant eco packaging for supplements and wellness products. See CBD packaging.
- E-commerce and Subscription: Custom mailer boxes designed for the unboxing experience. See mailer boxes.
Certifications and Compliance
- FSC Certification: Forest Stewardship Council chain-of-custody certified. All paper stock from responsibly managed forests.
- Recyclable: Recyclable material options are available by specification. Local recovery rules vary by destination.
- Biodegradable: Kraft and uncoated options break down naturally in landfill conditions.
- Soy Ink Standard: Every print job uses soy-based inks, reducing petroleum dependency.
- material options: eco packaging available for direct material applications.
Certification documentation available on request for brands that need to verify sustainability claims to their customers or retail partners.
How to Order Eco-Friendly Packaging
- Choose your material: Kraft, recycled cardboard, SBS, corrugated, or rigid chipboard.
- Select your finish: Soy-ink printing, water-based coating, embossing, or plain unprinted.
- Submit your design: Send artwork or let our team design for free. Request a quote.
- Approve your proof: Two rounds of revisions included at no charge.
- Receive your order: about 7 business days production, free worldwide shipping.
