Custom Printed Folding Cartons

Custom printed folding cartons, also called cardstock boxes, for retail products and branded gift packaging. Choose tuck-end, pillow or auto-lock structures with custom sizes, printing and finishes. Compare pricing for 1,000 / 3,000 / 5,000 units. Starting MOQ: 500 units, subject to specifications.

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Choose from our most versatile and functional folding carton box styles—each fully customizable to fit your product, brand, and packaging goals.

Pillow Boxes

Sleek and stylish pillow boxes crafted from sturdy cardstock—perfect for retail and gift packaging. Custom prints and finishes available.

Straight Tuck End (STE) Box

Easy-to-assemble STE folding cartons with neat edges—ideal for cosmetics and lightweight products. Custom sizes & branding.

Reverse Tuck Boxes

Cost-effective reverse tuck end boxes for efficient packaging. Great for small items and skincare product packaging.

Auto Lock Bottom Box

An auto-lock bottom can simplify carton assembly. Confirm the board, bottom structure and load capacity using the actual product and a sample. For parcel delivery, assess a separate protective shipping box.

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Why Choose Gulu Pack as Your Folding Carton Manufacturer

Define a clear packaging specification before comparing suppliers. Gulupack can discuss structure, artwork and quantity options around your product and delivery requirements.

Compare Price at Your Order Quantity

Quote 1,000, 3,000 and 5,000 units with the same size, board, artwork and finishes. Ask which setup, tooling, sampling and delivery costs are included.

Match the Carton to Your Product

Confirm dimensions, product weight, board, closure and printing together. Structural fit and assembly should be reviewed with the product before approving the sample.

Review Proofs & Production Details

Confirm the dieline, artwork, sample requirements and approval steps with our team. Sample costs, schedules and inspection expectations are agreed for your project.

Cardstock Box Materials, Artwork & Samples

Use the questions below to clarify materials, artwork and sample requirements before you approve a folding carton project.

What materials do you use for your folding cartons?

Confirm the cardstock or paperboard grade, weight, thickness and surface with the quotation. Selection should reflect your product weight, structure, printing and finish. Tell us about any material certification requirements and request the relevant documents for review.

Can I fully customize the size and design of the folding cartons?

Share the required dimensions, structure, printed sides and finishes with your brief. We will assess the design around your product and provide a dieline for the agreed structure. Confirm all measurements and artwork before approving production.

Do you offer samples or proofs before mass production?

Discuss digital proofs and physical samples before approving production. Confirm the sample type, charges, tooling and timing in the quote, then review fit, assembly, printing and finish against the agreed specification.

Where is Gulupack based, and what should I confirm before ordering?

Gulupack is based in Guangzhou, China. For a volume order, confirm the production scope, material specification, approval steps and delivery plan with our team. Request company and ISO 9001 documentation relevant to your supplier review.

Plan Your Cardstock Box Production Order

Share your product or internal box dimensions, product weight, preferred structure and quantity per design. Add the printed sides, finishes, delivery country and required arrival date. We can assess your specifications and prepare a quotation for 1,000+ cardstock boxes, with other quantity options on request.

Buying guide for volume orders

Build a Clear Specification for 1,000+ Cardstock Boxes

Custom cardstock boxes, also called folding cartons, need to fit the product and work with your packing process. Give purchasing and design teams one agreed specification before you compare prices or approve artwork.

Specification	What to confirm
Product & dimensions	Product type, weight and length × width × height, including the unit. State whether dimensions refer to the product, internal carton or external carton.
Structure & closure	Straight tuck end, reverse tuck end, auto-lock bottom, pillow or another structure. Review opening, closing, loading and assembly with the actual product.
Cardstock & surface	Request the paperboard grade, weight and thickness specification. Confirm the surface, print appearance and any required material documentation before approval.
Printing & finishes	Artwork version, printed sides, colors, coating, foil, embossing and window requirements, if any. Confirm which features are included in the quote.
Quantity per version	Separate each size and design. Request matched 1,000 / 3,000 / 5,000-unit quotations when comparing order quantities.
Packing & delivery	Flat or pre-assembled packing, where applicable; delivery country, postal code and required arrival date. Request the packed carton size, weight and shipping terms.

Choose a Structure Around Your Packing Process

Tuck-End Cartons

Straight and reverse tuck-end designs use folding tuck closures. Compare the opening direction, flap fit and product-loading method before choosing a structure.

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Auto-Lock & Pillow Boxes

An auto-lock bottom can simplify assembly; confirm the base and board around the actual product weight. Pillow boxes create a curved profile, so review usable space and fit with a sample.

Retail cartons should be assessed separately from the protective packaging needed for parcel shipping.

Compare the Same Carton at Each Quantity

Keep the size, board, structure, artwork, finishes and packing method consistent across 1,000, 3,000 and 5,000 units. Identify any separate setup, tooling, sample and shipping charges.

Use the MOQ and quotation guide to compare the total order cost as well as the unit price. Confirm whether the quoted quantity refers to one version or several different designs.

Plan Assembly & Arrival Together

Confirm how the cartons will arrive and how your team will assemble and fill them. Check the closure, insert needs and handling with your product.

Include your required arrival date in the brief. Use the packaging delivery guide to plan the production and shipping schedule around the approved specifications and delivery method.

Before Approving a Production Run

Confirm the structure and measurements: agree the box specification and quantity for each size and design.
Prepare artwork on the agreed dieline: check printed sides, artwork position, text and finishes with the design team.
Review proofs and samples: confirm fit, assembly, print and surface appearance. Use the sample approval checklist and agree sample type, charges and timing before proceeding.
Approve the production and delivery brief: record the final specification, packing method, inspection expectations and schedule.

Bulk Cardstock Box Ordering FAQs

What is the MOQ for custom cardstock boxes?

Our starting MOQ is 500 units. The final minimum depends on the structure, size, print and finish requirements. List each design and size separately so the minimum and quotation can be confirmed for every version.

Can I request pricing for 1,000, 3,000 and 5,000 units?

Yes. Request all three quantities with the same specification. Include your delivery country and postal code, and ask for box costs and any separate charges so you can compare the total project.

Can several designs share one MOQ?

Do not assume a combined total meets the minimum for each version. Provide the quantities for every size and artwork design; setup, tooling and minimums are assessed for the actual production plan.

Will the cartons ship flat, and can they be used as shipping boxes?

Many folding carton structures can be delivered flat, but the packing format should be confirmed for the chosen design. A retail cardstock carton is not automatically suitable for parcel transit. Assess protection and any outer shipping box with your product and delivery process.

When should I choose a rigid gift box instead?

Consider a rigid gift box when your brief prioritizes a sturdy presentation structure or a particular gift-set format. Compare product support, insert needs, assembly, storage and shipping volume. Explore custom rigid gift boxes.

Planning 1,000+ Custom Printed Cardstock Boxes?

Send your dimensions, product weight, structure, artwork requirements and quantity per design. Add the delivery country, postal code and required arrival date for a more useful quotation.

Request Cardstock Box Volume Pricing

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Need a sleeve around an existing product or box?

An open-ended paper sleeve or belly band can add printed branding while leaving part of the product visible. Choose the band width, wrap direction and seam position around the actual assembled item.

Explore custom packaging sleeves and paper belly bands · Compare folding cartons and rigid boxes · Prepare carton artwork

Need a folding carton with a carrying handle?

Explore custom printed gable boxes for a peaked top, integrated handle and project-specific review of usable space, packed weight and assembly. The carrying box and any parcel shipping outer should be planned separately.

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