Food Pillow Boxes are custom-printed cardstock boxes with a curved pillow shape, made for snack brands, candy shops, and bakeries that want a compact pack for single servings and samples. The curved ends tuck closed without glue, so the box assembles in seconds and holds light treats securely.
The flat-pack profile keeps shipping and storage costs down, the no-glue closure speeds up hand-packing, and an optional clear window shows the product before purchase. A candy maker can pack a small sweet assortment in a window pillow box for a checkout-counter display.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: paperboard or cardstock pillow box
- Weight: 300-400gsm paperboard
- Construction: curved tuck-close ends, no glue required
- Printing: full-color CMYK, inside and outside
- Options: PET window cutout, hang-hole
- FSC option: available on request
Best Used For
- Candy, chocolate, and confection singles
- Snack and sample packs
- Bakery favors and small gift treats
- Retail and checkout-counter displays
Printing & Finishing
Choose matte, gloss, or soft-touch velvet lamination, add spot UV or foil for a retail-ready finish, and cut a PET window so shoppers can see inside. A hang-hole lets the box sit on a peg display.
Why Order from Teal
We are a US-based packaging manufacturer with a 50-unit minimum, free design help, and free US shipping. Standard production runs 7 business days with a 5-day rush option, all in full-color CMYK with an FSC paper option. The free sample kit ships for just $19.99, credited to your first order.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? 50 units for paperboard pillow boxes. Specialty rigid styles start at 100+.
How long is production? 7 business days standard, or 5 days with rush production.
Can I get a sample? Order the free sample kit for $19.99 shipping and we credit it to your first order.
Request a free quote and we'll get back to you within 4 business hours.
How to Order Food Pillow Boxes
Ordering custom food pillow boxes is simple:
- Submit a quote request with your dimensions, quantity, and design references
- Receive quote guidance within one business day
- Send your artwork or work with our design team (free dieline + 2 revision rounds)
- Approve the digital proof and production begins
- Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval; complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days



