A Header Card is a printed paperboard topper that staples or folds over a poly bag or blister so your product hangs cleanly on a retail peg - custom-printed in full-color CMYK for brands moving accessories, hardware, and small consumer goods. It gives a baggable item real shelf presence without a full box.
Because the card carries your branding, barcode, and hang hole in one piece, you get a low-cost format that still reads as a finished retail product. A spot UV logo or foil accent makes the top strip pop on a crowded peg wall, which is why header cards work well for phone accessories, jewelry, fasteners, and craft kits sold by the unit.
Header Card Materials & Specifications
- Material: SBS white or natural kraft paperboard folding stock
- Weight: 300-400gsm paperboard
- Printing: full-color CMYK, one or both sides
- Construction: fold-over or single-panel card with punched hang hole
- Finishing: matte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination; spot UV; foil; emboss
- FSC option: available on request
Best Used For
- Phone and tech accessories bagged for peg display
- Jewelry, hair accessories, and small fashion items
- Hardware, fasteners, and craft components
- Sample packs and promotional bag toppers
Printing & Finishing
Add matte or soft-touch lamination for a premium hand feel, spot UV to highlight a logo, or foil and emboss to make the header strip stand out at eye level. Print the back panel with usage details or a QR code at no change to the format.
Why Order from Teal
Teal is a US-based custom packaging manufacturer with a 50-unit minimum (100+ only for specialty rigid). You get free design help, free US shipping, and full-color CMYK printing on every run. Standard production runs from about 7 business days, with a 5-day rush when you need it sooner, plus an FSC paper option. Order a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping, credited to your first order), and expect a quote within 4 business hours.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The standard minimum is 50 units. Only specialty rigid formats require 100 or more.
How long is production? Standard production runs from about 7 business days, with a 5-day rush option available.
Can I get a sample? Yes. A free sample kit ships for just $19.99, credited to your first order.
Is the paperboard recyclable? Yes, and an FSC-certified paper option is available.
Request a free quote and we'll get back to you within 4 business hours.
How to Order Header Card
Ordering custom header card 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 runs from about 7 business days after proof approval; complex or high-volume orders take longer
