Custom STE Boxes – Straight Tuck End Cardstock Packaging with Logo
Straight Tuck End (STE) boxes are collapsible paperboard boxes designed for effortless assembly, secure closures, and cost-efficient shipping. Ideal for custom cardstock packaging, cosmetics, food, and retail products. Crafted from eco-friendly art paper or rigid cardstock, these foldable carton boxes support full-color printing, logos, and specialty finishes. Reduce shipping costs by 40% with our lightweight yet durable designs. Competitive wholesale pricing from a certified China factory with 10+ years of global export expertise.
Why Choose Gulu Pack for Your STE Boxes
Trusted by global brands, Gulu Pack delivers reliable, high-quality custom STE boxes with flexible service and factory-direct pricing
Competitive Factory Pricing
As a direct manufacturer based in China, we offer custom boxes with logo at highly competitive rates—no middlemen, no hidden costs.
Reliable Support & Proofing Process
We send detailed proofs and even production videos or photos before shipment, ensuring your custom STE boxes match your vision—every time.
Fast, Global Shipping
We have extensive export experience and ship to North America, Europe, and other global markets. Your foldable carton boxes arrive on time and in perfect condition.
Product Features
What Makes Straight Tuck End Boxes Ideal for Custom Packaging?
What is a Straight Tuck End (STE) Box?
A Straight Tuck End (STE) box is a type of folding carton where both the top and bottom flaps tuck in the same direction. Made from lightweight yet durable materials like paperboard, cardstock, or art paper, STE boxes offer a clean, professional appearance and are ideal for custom printing and branding. They are easy to assemble, collapse flat for storage, and are often used for retail display.
Key Features of STE Boxes
Clean front display with no raw edges
Seamless tuck ends that enhance visual appeal
Fully customizable with logos, colors, finishes, and sizes
Supplied flat-packed to save on shipping and storage
Compatible with various finishes like matte/gloss lamination, foil stamping, embossing, or spot UV
These custom collapsible boxes are often ordered wholesale with logos for brands looking to elevate their product presentation while keeping costs low.
Common Applications
STE boxes are commonly used in industries such as:
Skincare and cosmetics (e.g., serum, foundation, lipstick)
Electronics and accessories (e.g., cables, earbuds, chargers)
Food and snacks (e.g., chocolate, tea, granola bars)
Retail gifts and lightweight products (e.g., candles, socks, jewelry)
Their structure provides both visual elegance and functional convenience, making them a top choice for cardstock packaging needs.
STE Box vs. Reverse Tuck End (RTE) Box
While both are popular foldable carton boxes, the main difference lies in how the flaps close:
STE boxes have both the top and bottom flaps tuck in the same direction, offering a cleaner, more premium front face.
Reverse Tuck End (RTE) boxes have opposing tucks—top flap tucks back, and bottom flap tucks forward—often making them slightly more economical but less visually clean.
If your brand prioritizes shelf appeal and luxury presentation, a straight tuck end box is the preferred option.
| Item | Details |
| Box Style | STE box (Straight Tuck End Box) |
| Structure | Foldable top and bottom flaps tucking in the same direction |
| Material Options | – Cardstock (250–400gsm) |
| – Paperboard (white or kraft) | |
| – Art paper laminated over greyboard | |
| Printing | CMYK / PMS offset printing, soy-based inks |
| Surface Finishes | – Matte / Gloss Lamination |
| – Spot UV | |
| – Foil Stamping (gold, silver, etc.) | |
| – Embossing / Debossing | |
| Custom Inserts | Available (cardboard, foam, molded pulp, etc.) |
| Size | Fully customizable sizes based on product dimensions |
| MOQ | 500 units per design |
| Packaging | Flat-packed for shipping efficiency |
| Lead Time | 10–15 days for production; shipping time varies by destination |
| Usage | Retail packaging, cosmetics, electronics, snacks, gifts |
| Certifications | FSC (upon request), recyclable/eco-friendly materials available |
| Logo Options | Custom logos available with various finishes (custom boxes with logo) |
Frequently Asked Questions About STE Boxes
Get quick answers to the most common questions about straight tuck end boxes, materials, customization, and the ordering process.
What is an STE box and how is it different from other folding cartons?
An STE box, or Straight Tuck End box, is a type of folding carton where both the top and bottom flaps tuck in the same direction. Compared to other structures like the Reverse Tuck End (RTE) box, STE boxes offer a cleaner front face, ideal for retail packaging.
Are STE boxes shipped flat or assembled?
All our foldable carton boxes are shipped flat to save space and shipping costs. They’re easy to assemble when you’re ready to pack your products.
What materials are available for STE boxes?
We offer several material options including paperboard, art paper, and cardstock. You can choose based on your product weight, look, and sustainability goals.
Can I print my logo on the STE boxes?
Absolutely! All our custom STE boxes can be printed with your brand logo and full-color graphics. We offer high-quality custom boxes with logo, including advanced finishes like foil stamping, spot UV, and embossing.
Let’s Build Your Custom STE Boxes Together
Ready to elevate your product packaging with high-quality straight tuck end boxes? At Gulu Pack, we make it easy to create fully custom STE boxes that reflect your brand, fit your product perfectly, and impress your customers. With fast production, low MOQs, and worldwide shipping, we’re your trusted partner in foldable carton packaging.
👉 Contact us today for a free quote and design consultation!