Meal Boxes are custom-printed paperboard cartons for meal-prep brands, caterers, and grab-and-go counters that pack full portions per order. Made to order from folding-carton paperboard and printed in full color, they keep your branding consistent across every meal you send out.
A repeatable, branded box builds recognition with subscribers who unbox the same package week after week, and clean folding construction speeds up portioning on a busy pack line. Full-color CMYK puts your logo, nutrition cues, and program name front and center. Use them for weekly meal-prep subscriptions, catered lunch drops, or single-portion deli sets.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: SBS white or natural kraft paperboard folding carton
- Weight: 300-400gsm paperboard
- Printing: full-color CMYK, print inside and outside
- Finishing: matte or gloss lamination, spot UV, foil, emboss/deboss
- Sustainability: FSC-certified paper option
Best Used For
- Meal-prep and subscription brands shipping weekly portions
- Caterers delivering individual plated meals
- Grab-and-go counters and corporate lunch programs
- Health and fitness brands with a branded meal lineup
Printing & Finishing
Lead with full-color CMYK artwork, then add matte lamination for an understated finish or gloss for more pop. Spot UV highlights a logo or panel, and foil or emboss/deboss adds a premium touch. Printing inside the box gives you space for portion details or a welcome note.
Why Order from Teal
Teal is a US-based custom packaging manufacturer with a 50-unit minimum order (100+ for specialty rigid styles). You get free design help, free US shipping, and full-color CMYK printing on each run. Choose 5-day rush production or standard 7-business-day turnaround, add an FSC-certified paper option, and request a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping, credited to your first order).
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The standard minimum is 50 units. Specialty rigid styles start at 100+.
How long is production? Standard production is 7 business days, with a 5-day rush option available.
Can I get a sample? Yes. Order a 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 Meal Boxes
Ordering custom meal 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
