Straight Tuck End boxes are folding cartons in SBS or kraft paperboard where both the top and bottom flaps tuck in from the same side, keeping the back panel clean and the closures hidden from the front. They are made for brands that want tidy retail packaging that opens and closes by hand.
The matching tuck direction keeps the rear panel uncluttered, so your barcode, instructions, or secondary messaging sit neatly out of the buyer's line of sight. With no glue or tape needed at closing, these cartons ship flat and assemble fast, which makes them a practical choice for cosmetics, supplements, and small electronics on a shelf.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: SBS white or kraft paperboard folding carton
- Weight: 300-400gsm paperboard
- Construction: straight tuck end, top and bottom flaps tuck from the same side
- Printing: full-color CMYK, inside and outside
- Finishing: matte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination, spot UV, foil, emboss/deboss, window cutout with PET film
- FSC: FSC-certified paper available on request
Best Used For
- Cosmetics and skincare in retail boxes
- Supplements, vitamins, and wellness products
- Small electronics and accessories
- Front-facing shelf displays where the back panel stays clean
Printing & Finishing
Velvet soft-touch lamination gives a premium hand-feel, while gloss or matte sets the overall finish. Add spot UV or foil to highlight a logo, emboss for raised texture, or specify a window cutout with PET film to show the product inside.
Why Order from Teal
Teal is a US-based custom packaging manufacturer with a 50-unit standard minimum (100+ for specialty rigid). Free design help and free US shipping come with every order, alongside full-color CMYK printing and an optional FSC-certified stock. Pick 5-day rush or 7-business-day standard production, get a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping, credited to your first order), and receive a quote within 4 business hours.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The standard minimum is 50 units. Straight Tuck End folding cartons start at 50; only specialty rigid styles require 100+.
How long is production? Standard production is 7 business days, with a 5-day rush option available.
Can I get a sample? Yes. The free sample kit ships for just $19.99, credited to your first order.
Request a free quote and we'll get back to you within 4 business hours.
How to Order Straight Tuck End
Ordering custom straight tuck end 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
