Many brands and merchants are unclear about the services offered in custom packaging , often encountering difficulties. JS Packaging, with years of experience in custom packaging , focuses on creating customized packaging solutions for various brands. Today, we’ll break down the elements of custom packaging services to help you accurately control every step of the customization process and easily complete your packaging customization needs.
Products and Packaging
The product determines the packaging box type , so when customizing packaging, you must first provide the manufacturer with your product information. Providing a sample is ideal, as it allows the factory to fully understand your product and recommend the most suitable packaging for your product and brand. If a sample cannot be provided, detailed product information such as dimensions, weight, material, intended use, and target audience can be provided. If you have a preferred box type, please let us know. The following are six common packaging box types:
- Folding Box: A standard export box type that can be completely flattened , reducing warehousing and transportation costs. Available in various styles to suit different processes and materials, it is sturdy and durable. Suitable products: e-commerce products, clothing , perfumes , cosmetics, and skincare products.
- Top and Bottom Box: Composed of a top lid and a bottom, it is easy to open and close, has good sealing properties, and is suitable for products such as high-end cosmetics, jewelry, gifts, watches, and health products. It is often made of coated paper or specialty paper, and can be enhanced with hot stamping and UV coating processes to elevate its quality.
- Drawer Box : Also known as a pull-out box , it consists of an outer box and an inner box. The inner box can be pulled out and opened, providing both protection and a sense of occasion. Suitable products: cosmetics, perfumes, electronic products, luxury goods, etc.
- Irregularly Shaped Boxes: Non-standard box shapes customized to the product’s form , such as round, triangular, and heart-shaped. These offer high recognizability and excellent display effects. Suitable products include: holiday gift boxes, tea , wine bottles, and handicrafts . Customization costs are higher, with higher minimum order quantities; suitable for products with strong branding and personalization needs.
- Book-shaped box: Also known as a book case, it opens and closes like a book, offering a strong sense of ceremony and display, and provides excellent sealing. Suitable products: Personal care products, cosmetics, jewelry, furniture decorations , souvenirs, etc. It can also have an internal layered storage structure, suitable for multi-piece sets.
- Double-Door Box: Composed of two doors, left and right, it offers a panoramic view of the product upon opening, creating a strong visual impact and a high-end feel. Suitable products: luxury gift boxes, holiday gift sets, beauty and skincare products , electronic products, home décor, etc. Due to its relatively complex structure and higher material and processing costs, it is suitable for mid-to-high-end brands to enhance the added value of their products .
Materials and Craftsmanship
Materials and manufacturing processes are the core variables in the cost of customized packaging; different choices of materials and processes can result in price differences of several times .
In terms of materials : The type of packaging material determines the basic cost. Common packaging materials include paper : coated paper, corrugated paper, kraft paper, and specialty paper . Ordinary corrugated paper has the lowest cost and is suitable for general e-commerce packaging; kraft paper is completely biodegradable and moderately priced, suitable for environmentally friendly brand packaging; coated paper has high color fidelity and is suitable for packaging with certain quality requirements; specialty paper is the most expensive, but it has its own texture and is completely biodegradable, suitable for high-end gift box customization. In addition, parameters such as the thickness, weight, and purity of the material also affect the cost. For example, the flute type of corrugated paper ( A-flute, B-flute, C-flute) has different load-bearing capacity and costs , and the final price needs to be calculated based on specific circumstances.
In terms of processing techniques : The complexity of the process determines the processing cost. Common packaging processing techniques include lamination, hot stamping, four-color printing, UV printing, and embossing. You can choose according to your needs : Four-color printing has the lowest cost and is suitable for general packaging that requires rich colors and has a large minimum order quantity ; Lamination is moderately priced and can improve the wear resistance and waterproof performance of the packaging surface, suitable for packaging with basic protective requirements; UV printing is slightly more expensive than lamination, with high color saturation and a glossy finish, suitable for packaging that needs to highlight the texture of the pattern; Embossing is more expensive and can create a three-dimensional texture without ink, suitable for brand packaging that emphasizes tactile feel and quality; Hot stamping is the most expensive, with a strong metallic texture, suitable for high-end gift boxes and luxury brand logos. However , the specific price of each process still needs to be determined based on the rendering, because the processing cost will vary depending on the lamination material, the area of the process , the color, and the complexity. A professional salesperson will calculate the final price for you.
Additional materials
Additional materials refer to auxiliary materials added in addition to the main packaging to meet requirements such as protection, aesthetics, and functionality. Common additional materials include: cushioning and protective materials such as pearl cotton, bubble wrap, foam, pulp, and EVA lining ; carrying materials such as five-strand rope, paper tape, ribbon, and belt; and labeling materials such as labels, hang tags, anti-counterfeiting marks, and instruction manuals . The cost of cushioning and protective materials varies considerably. For example, EVA lining costs 2-3 times more than ordinary foam, while biodegradable pulp is more expensive than pearl cotton, but it meets export environmental protection requirements and is the preferred choice for European and American customers.
Customized services
JS Packaging is a manufacturer providing one-stop customized packaging services. Our services include: Design Services : We can modify the layout and design the structure according to your needs . Prototyping Services : We provide white samples, printed samples, and bulk samples. White samples are made using basic materials and their main purpose is to confirm the size, structure, opening and closing methods, and load-bearing capacity of the packaging; they do not affect the appearance . Printed samples are usually 2-4 times the price of white samples and their main purpose is to confirm the printing color reproduction and whether the layout meets expectations . Bulk samples are the most expensive, but the effect is completely consistent with the final delivered bulk product ; their main purpose is for final acceptance and confirmation . After-sales Service: If there are problems such as material discrepancies or workmanship defects in the bulk packaging , we will provide corresponding solutions according to the severity of the problem, including free reprints, remanufacturing, and partial returns and exchanges. If customers have additional order needs, we provide a convenient supplementary order channel. There is no need to repeatedly communicate the basic customization requirements; you only need to confirm the supplementary order quantity and delivery time for rapid production scheduling.
JS Packaging’s services are not only designed to help you achieve perfect packaging, but also to become your trusted partner, making every collaboration worry-free and enjoyable!
Transportation and Logistics
Located in the Baoyunda Logistics Park in Xixiang, Bao’an District, Shenzhen, China, JS Packaging enjoys a significant advantage in transportation and logistics. We can quickly connect with various transportation channels, including express delivery, full truckload shipping, sea freight, and air freight, significantly shortening the transportation preparation cycle . We also have logistics partners with whom we have collaborated for over ten years, ensuring efficient delivery and comprehensive after-sales support . JS Packaging always considers every detail from the customer ‘s perspective . We deeply understand that packaging is not only the outer garment of a product but also an extension of brand value. Therefore, we are willing to leverage our professional industry experience, rigorous service attitude, and unique logistics advantages to help you meet the demands of different markets .
Conclusion:
Having learned about the cost details of the above custom packaging , if you need custom packaging, you can visit the JS Packaging website. We have deep expertise in the custom packaging field and are familiar with the compliance standards and logistics requirements of the global market. We not only help you control quality but also ensure that every penny you spend is well spent. We use high-quality, cost-effective packaging to help your brand go global and seize market opportunities!