The chipboard is not as heavy as rigid stock, and it’s not as flimsy as simple folding cartons. It’s in a helpful middle ground, stiff enough to maintain its shape but light enough to stay within shipping costs. Custom Boxes constructed out of chipboard can be a useful solution for brands looking for more presence than a folding carton, but not looking to spend the money for full rigid construction.
What are Custom Chipboard boxes?
Chipboard boxes from Empress Packaging are made from a mid-weight paperboard, which is sufficiently sturdy to maintain a clean fold, yet not as dense or expensive as true rigid board, and adequate for typical handling. Custom Cardboard Boxes and chipboard are often confused, though chipboard generally is smoother and more finished to print and is lighter than full corrugated construction.
Benefits for Businesses
Packaging Solutions by Empress Packaging based on chipboard offer a mid-range packaging option between cardboard and higher-quality rigid packaging, without compromising on cost or appearance. The smooth surface of custom printed boxes on chipboard holds colour and detail well; it’s easy to print on, whereas a rougher corrugated box may not have the same quality. The weight saving in shipping, when compared to rigid alternatives, is the benefit that makes chipboard so cost-saving. There are Eco-Friendly Packaging options available due to the use of recyclable chipboard. The box is more than just a folding carton, and it’s less costly than full rigid packaging, making the customer experience better.
Features & Specifications
Material: standard chipboard to thicker SBS coated stock for a more upscale finish. The GSM value is usually in the region of 300-400, which is sufficient to provide structure without the inclusion of superfluous weight and cost. Printing is available in full CMYK for detailed branding or Pantone matching for exact colour consistency. There is no template for sizes; they are all custom-based on the actual dimensions of the product. Finishing options include matte, gloss, soft-touch, and foil accents. There’s no MOQ in a Custom Box Supplier relationship, so MOQs are scalable to the size of your business.
Applications of It in Industry
Cosmetic brands use chipboard for middle-range products, which require a higher level of structure than a folding carton, but less than rigid presentation. Retail brands use chipboard for shelf-ready packaging that maintains its shape during normal handling. Subscription boxes are produced using chipboard construction for a deliberate unboxing experience, minus the stiff stock cost. Gift and specialty brands employ it for products in the space just below the Luxury Packaging Boxes category. Chipboard is used for food and beverage boxes that require moderate box strength and clean print detail for retail boxes.
The different ways of selecting the most appropriate chipboard box.
Empress Packaging makes sure the weight of the board is compatible with the product’s weight and fragility; otherwise, you’ll end up with a saggy or crushed corner. Don’t rush to select the one you like best; compare chipboard with both cardboard and rigid types, depending on your product and what you want to present it in. One frequent error is picking a chipboard simply due to the fact that it is less expensive, but you have to be sure it will meet your shipping requirements. One is to avoid doing a physical sample prior to a full production run.
Why not opt for an Empress Packaging ?
Empress Packaging as a direct custom box manufacturer, the price is not reseller markup; it’s the actual production cost. The quality is uniform in each batch. Custom Boxes wholesale rates and Packaging Boxes Wholesale rates increase or decrease according to the orders. Domestic USA production assures fast delivery. Chipboard, Kraft Boxes, Rigid Boxes, and Corrugated Boxes are all produced on the same production line under the same Custom Packaging Solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between a chipboard and the regular boxboard or rigid boxes?
A: Fittingly, chipboard falls somewhere in between with cleaner print quality than cardboard and lower construction costs than rigid.
Q: Do they have a minimum order?
A: No, you order what you need.
Q: Is it possible to use high-quality finishes such as foil and embossing on a chipboard?
A: Yes, most high-quality finishes can be applied to the smooth surface of a chipboard.
Q: Are there heavy or delicate items that can be used on a chipboard?
A: Board weight is adjustable, but if items are heavy or fragile, then rigid or corrugated construction should be used.
You can get a Free Quote.
If your product is valued at a certain price, it needs to be packaged accordingly without any excess expenditure. To get your free quote today, call Empress Packaging (888) 900-7629 or send an email to query@empresspackaging.com.