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Introduction to 5 commonly used packaging box types
2024-06-24
Still finding the packaging box type? Still thinking about what kind of box shape and product are most suitable for your product? Here are 5 most common box types for your reference
Folding box is the most common type of paper box packaging.
A complete base paper undergoes die-cutting, printing, pasting, folding, and finally forming.
The design structure is relatively simple. Folding boxes can be called the ancestor of paper packaging boxes, and are the most primitive box type.
Suitable for small and lightweight product use (such as toothpaste boxes, beauty, medicine, flower tea, and other product packaging boxes) There are generally two types of bottom structures, one that can be auto-lock , and the other with the same bottom and top structure,The bottom auto-lock has a better load-bearing effect. agricultural products, food, etc. choose the auto-lock bottom structure.
Advantages: The production process is simple, and the printing price is cheap， has a wide range of applications,the box can be folded during transportation to save space and lower transportation costs
mailer box
A mailer box is a packaging product made of corrugated cardboard or paperboard ,Using a piece of original paper to achieve integrated molding through structural design,It is assembled with built-in interlocking flaps and wings, requires no adhesive tape to be assembled and closed. It can safely store and showcase your items.The double layered side edges make it durable and more resistant to transport than other types of paperboard packaging. This way it can be used many times.
In China, due to the shape of the unfolded box likes an airplane, it is also called an airplane box by Chinese people
It mainly used for packaging goods that are not too large and easy to transport, such as clothing, peripherals, jewelry, small appliances, etc.
Advantages: Good compression resistance and convenient folding. This type of box is widely used in the market, from ordinary express packaging to high-end luxury packaging.
Lid and Base box
The lid and base box also called top and bottom box , which are consists of two parts: the cover Lid and the bottom box, which are separated and generally used with a large upper and a small lower buckle. Suitable for use as a boutique gift box, this type of box is generally chosen for products that require precision decoration such as mobile phone boxes, headphone boxes, beauty equipment, jewelry, tea, etc.on the market, which can enhance the packaging quality and product image.it use more paper and have higher costs, so this kind of boxes are generally sold at a higher price.
Advantages: The lid and base box type can enhance the high-end feel of the product, and the up and down opening action can enhance the sense of opening ceremony of the product.
In addition, there are also the following advantages
①. Excellent strength
The box uses high-density cardboard as the load-bearing material, which has good strength and stability. The cardboard has a thick thickness and can be customized, which can meet the packaging requirements of different weight products. In addition, the manufacturing process of the box material uses precision die-cutting and folding technology, ensuring the integrity and stability of its box structure.
②. Good printing effect
The surface of the box cover could coated with high-grade glossy or matte film, providing an excellent printing substrate for the box surface, making the printed patterns bright and vibrant. At the same time, the surface gloss and texture also give people a sense of luxury, making the product more attractive.
③. Exquisite decorative effects
The decoration of the box adopts various decorative materials, such as metal foil, color printing paper, matte paper, leather grain paper, etc., greatly enhancing its decorative effect. At the same time, various processing techniques such as embossing, hot stamping, and reverse UV make the product more textured, forming a high-end effect.
④. Wide range of application scenarios
Lid and base boxes are widely used to package high-end gifts, famous wines, tobacco, cosmetics and other high-end goods. Its exquisite decorative effect and excellent mechanical strength make this type of product more reflect taste and quality. In addition, it can also be used for occasions such as holiday gifts, company annual conference gifts, wedding supplies, etc., enhancing the value and psychological feeling of gifts。
Magnetic box
Magnetic box is a type of box that utilizes magnetic force to achieve the opening and closing of the box cover. It is generally made into a luxurious rigid box with two pairs of internal magnetic plates. Once the box cover is closed, they will be sucked together,
This type of box not only has the protective properties of a regular packaging box, but also has a simpler and more convenient opening and closing method. It is a high-end packaging box, and its advantages of easy opening and closing, beauty, rich patterns and craftsmanship are very obvious in commercial applications. It can improve the grade and brand image of the product and is widely used in high-end marketing activities.
advantage
1. Easy to open and close: The magnetic packaging box uses magnetic connections, eliminating the need for auxiliary tools such as tape like traditional packaging boxes. It can be easily opened with a light push, making it convenient and fast.
2. Aesthetics: The magnetic packaging box has a beautiful appearance, and due to the beautiful texture of its material, it has a strong visual impact, making people easily moved at a glance.
3. Rich patterns and craftsmanship: Magnetic packaging boxes not only have a beautiful appearance, but also have rich patterns and craftsmanship, which can highlight the characteristics of the product and brand culture through various patterns and high-end craftsmanship.
4. Strong protective performance: Compared with traditional packaging boxes, magnetic packaging boxes can better protect goods and prevent them from being affected or damaged during transportation.
The magnetic packaging box is suitable for packaging high-end brands and gifts such as jewelry, cosmetics, watches, perfume, gifts, handicrafts, etc.
Drawer box
The drawer box is a type of box that can pull out “drawer”. It consists of two parts: the shell and the internal structure. The design of the box is similar to a desk drawer, which can be easily opened by pulling. Compared to ordinary boxes, the advantage of drawer boxes is that the pulling action is more ceremonial, making it more convenient to store and remove items. When opened, the products inside are not easy to fall off. This type of box has a double-layer structure, which is more solid and firm.
Advantages:
①Convenient and practical: The design of the drawer box allows items to be easily pulled out, even the innermost items, it greatly improving the convenience of item retrieval. This design is particularly suitable for deep storage areas and can effectively help avoid wasting space.
②Strong Protection: The inner box of the drawer box has protection, which can fully store the product inside. The outer box is not easy to fall off, and has good privacy, playing a role in protecting the items inside the box. At the same time, the outer box can be printed with logos, QR codes, product information, etc. It can also be designed with processes such as window opening, embossing, carving, UV, etc., in order to attract the attention of consumers.
③Beautiful decoration: The outer box can custom design decorative. The packaging box can be decorated and beautified by using processes such as hot stamping and embossing, which is suitable for the outer packaging of products such as jewelry, clothing, cosmetics, etc.
⑤Easy to stack: The drawer storage box can be easily stacked, making it particularly convenient to retrieve items from any drawer. This design maximizes the utilization of storage space and also provides multiple size options, allowing for the selection of appropriate height and other sizes of drawer boxes according to specific needs.
In summary, drawer boxes have been widely used in household and commercial storage due to their advantages of convenience, practicality, strong protection, beautiful decoration, durability, and easy stacking.
