For custom printed folding carton production, subject to the agreed specification.
UK folding carton packaging
Custom printedfolding cartonsfor UK brands.
Bespoke folding carton boxes, printed cardboard packaging and paperboard product cartons—developed around the product, the packing process and the next production run.
MOQ 500 units7–10 working days after approvalMade to your dimensions
What is a custom printed folding carton?
A folding carton is a lightweight paperboard pack that is printed, cut, creased, folded and glued before being supplied flat or pre-glued for packing. It is the familiar format behind many cosmetic boxes, supplement cartons, candle boxes, food sleeves and retail product packages.
The right carton is not selected by appearance alone. Product dimensions, weight, closure, packing method, board, print coverage and finishing sequence all influence how the finished box performs. Folding Cartons Co. brings those decisions into one controlled UK packaging brief.
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STE
Straight
tuck end
A clean retail carton with both tuck closures folding in the same direction. Strong front presentation, straightforward packing.
Closing systemSame-direction tuck closures
Often used forCosmetics · wellness · retail
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01B / Production baseline
Custom folding carton production from 500 units.
Our minimum order quantity for custom printed folding cartons is 500 units. Typical production lead time is 7–10 working days once the structure, artwork, paperboard and finishes are approved.
Start a production brief ↗Starts after final artwork and specification approval. Delivery time is separate.
02 / Print finishesLight changes
Light changes
the surface.
Move across six finishing options to see how reflected light, depth and texture can create hierarchy on printed carton board.
Move the light
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Reflective metallic detailHot foil
Useful for
Logos, borders and details intended to catch and return light.
Plan the finish sequence ↗03 / MaterialsThe board is part
The board is part
of the design.
Compare paperboard families by surface, recycled content, stiffness and print character. Final caliper and grade are specified to the carton size and product weight.
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Folding box board
Multi-layer paperboard with a smooth print surface and useful stiffness-to-weight performance.
- Character
- Clean, bright, versatile
- Often considered for
- Beauty, supplements, food and retail
04 / IndustriesOne format does not
One format does not
fit every market.
Product weight, information density, retail environment and customer expectations change the carton brief. Start with the market.
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Beauty & cosmetics
Create distinctive shelf presence without losing consistency across fast-moving SKUs.
↗ 02Supplements
Fit required information into a compact carton while protecting hierarchy and legibility.
↗ 03Healthcare
Make critical information easy to find while controlling artwork and structure across repeats.
↗ 04Home fragrance
Protect heavier, fragile products while delivering a premium presentation moment.
↗ 05Food & drink
Combine appetite appeal, clear information and material suitability in one efficient pack.
↗ 06Retail products
Balance protection, shelf impact and cost across an evolving product range.
↗05 / Specification, made visibleMake the decisions
Make the decisions
before the run.
Structure, board and finish are easier to approve when they are handled as one system. We turn the product dimensions and packing method into a clear specification route before production.
Start with your product details ↗
No dieline yet?
Start with the product length, width, depth and weight. The closest structural route can be narrowed from there.
Need to confirm fit?
Ask for a plain structural prototype before committing print and finish to the production specification.
Artwork already prepared?
Include the filename and finish notes in the brief so the artwork check starts with useful context.
06 / A clearer route to priceFrom product details
From product details
to a production-ready brief.
You do not need a finished dieline to begin. A useful first enquiry takes around two minutes and gives the packaging team enough context to ask better questions.
- 01Share the product
Dimensions, weight and quantity
Tell us what goes inside, the approximate size, how it is packed and the run quantity.
- 02Shape the specification
Structure, board and finish
Select a preferred carton or ask for a recommendation. Add window, foil, emboss or material notes.
- 03Confirm before production
Artwork check and approval
Review the dieline and, where needed, approve a physical prototype before the production clock begins.
500unit minimum7–10working days after approvalUKcampaign support
07 / Project briefTell us what
Tell us what
the carton must do.
The most useful quote begins with the product, dimensions and quantity. If board, finish or structure are undecided, leave them to the specification review.
- 01No dieline required to start
- 02Finish and add-on guidance included
- 03Prototype route available where needed
What is the minimum order quantity for printed folding cartons?
Our minimum order quantity for custom printed folding cartons starts at 500 units. The final production route still depends on carton size, board, print coverage and finishing requirements.
Can you produce small runs of custom printed cartons?
Yes. Short production runs start from 500 units for custom printed folding cartons. Samples and structural prototypes are available separately when fit, board or finish needs to be checked before production.
How long do custom folding cartons take?
Typical production lead time is 7–10 working days after the carton structure, artwork, board and finishes are approved. Sampling, unusually complex finishes and delivery are additional where required.
Do you deliver folding cartons across the UK?
The UK campaign is designed around UK enquiries and delivery. Final delivery method and cost depend on the packed volume, quantity and destination.