Material guidance
White card paper is a clean base for printed retail cartons
White card paper is often selected when buyers need bright print, clean shelf appearance, and a practical paperboard structure. It is commonly used for folding cartons, sleeves, product cards, and lightweight retail boxes.
Options
Common options
- Different paperboard thicknesses depending on box size, product weight, and shelf needs.
- Coated or uncoated surface choices depending on artwork, finish, and tactile preference.
- Window patching, sleeves, inserts, or hang tabs depending on retail format.
Fit
Compatibility notes
- Often paired with folding cartons, sleeve boxes, and product cards.
- Works with CMYK, Pantone spot colors, offset printing, and sample proofing.
- Can be combined with matte or gloss film, foil, embossing, debossing, and spot UV after sampling.
Cost
Cost and MOQ drivers
- Paperboard grade, thickness, and sheet usage.
- Box size, die-cut complexity, window patching, and assembly needs.
- Print coverage, spot colors, lamination, and finishing steps.
- Quantity, sampling requirements, and export packing method.
Quote
What to prepare for quote
- Product size, weight, and packaging structure.
- Target board thickness if known, or a reference sample.
- Artwork file, color requirements, and finish preference.
- Quantity range, destination country, and expected launch timing.
