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Didn't expect much honestly, but the box quality blew me away. Sturdy, great print, and customers even asked where I got it. Shipping took a little longer than I hoped, but worth the wait.
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Enhance the way customers experience your products with Custom Tray and Sleeve Boxes. Featuring a sliding tray enclosed by a printed outer sleeve, these boxes offer a sleek, premium presentation while keeping products safe during storage and shipping. They’re a perfect packaging solution for cosmetics, electronics, apparel accessories, candles, chocolates, gift items, and other luxury retail products.
At Hive Custom Boxes, we manufacture custom tray and sleeve boxes using eco-friendly Kraft, cardboard, and rigid paperboard that are durable, recyclable, and designed for sustainable packaging. Our printed drawer boxes are fully customizable with your logo, artwork, colors, and premium finishing options, helping you create packaging that reflects your brand while delivering a memorable unboxing experience.
Looking for elegant packaging that protects your products and elevates your brand? Contact Hive Custom Boxes today for a free quote and customize your Tray and Sleeve Boxes.
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| Product name | Custom Tray and Sleeve Boxes |
|---|---|
| Box style | Two-piece design — an inner tray (drawer) that slides into an outer sleeve |
| Structure | Tray base plus a wrap-around sleeve; folding carton or rigid chipboard build |
| Opening | Slide the tray out of the sleeve to reveal the contents; optional thumb-notch |
| Product fit | Cosmetics, electronics, confectionery, gifts, and premium retail items |
| Dimensions | All Custom Sizes & Shapes |
| Wall type | Single wall, or rigid for a premium build |
| Material | Folding carton (paperboard), kraft, or paper-wrapped chipboard for rigid |
| Assembly | Ships flat; tray and sleeve fold up (or arrive pre-formed for rigid) |
| Printing | Litho or digital — CMYK, Pantone (PMS), up to full color |
| Finishing options | Gloss/matte lamination, soft-touch, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing/debossing |
| Coating | Aqueous, varnish, or none |
| Special features | Thumb-notch, die-cut window on sleeve, inner platform, ribbon pull, contrasting tray vs. sleeve |
| Add-ons | Custom inserts, tissue wrap, ribbon, foam/pulp holders |
| Eco options | Recyclable board, water-based coatings, compostable board, soy inks |
| Order Quantity | 100 – 500,000 units |
| Turnaround time | 7–10 business days, Rush |
| Tooling | One-time custom die and print plate setup |
| Material | Description | Weight (gsm) | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBS (C1S / C2S) | Premium solid bleached board with a smooth white surface | 300–450 gsm | Retail and premium tray-and-sleeve boxes |
| Kraft paperboard | Natural brown board, recyclable and eco-friendly look | 350–450 gsm | Organic, natural, and artisan brands |
| CCNB (clay-coated news back) | Coated front, gray back; economical | 350–450 gsm | Cost-sensitive retail and general use |
| Recycled paperboard | Made from post-consumer content | 350–450 gsm | Eco-focused, budget-friendly runs |
| Rigid greyboard (chipboard core) | Stiff inner board wrapped in printed paper for a premium drawer-style box | 800–1200 gsm | Luxury gifts, cosmetics, and electronics |
| Specialty/textured board | Linen, felt, or pearl-finish stock for an elevated look | 250–350 gsm | High-end gift and keepsake boxes |
Every stock, print method, and finish below can be applied to your magnetic closure rigid boxes. Not sure what suits your product? Ask and we will recommend a spec.
Got a question? Take a look at our FAQs about the custom packaging process. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us through live chat, one of our online forms, or give us a call at 1 (800) 725-9660 to speak with a custom box packaging expert now.
Paul and the whole team at HiveCustomBoxes have been extremely helpful and patient with my first order (of many!) with them. Thank you guys for your patience, competitive pricing, and all-around quality.
Logan was super helpful from beginning to end. I was really impressed with his customer service and how fast we were able to get these created.
10 out of 10! Kelly was so helpful and responsive. We had a very quick turnaround time for these custom printed boxes, and Kelly was able to get the mock-up, quote, and boxes shipped to us a day early. Very impressed!
Hive Custom Boxes is a great company. They go out of their way, they’re friendly, they’re quick, and they make a quality product. They are everything a business could ask for and more.
The Hive Custom Boxes team is beyond recognition! They make boxes at competitive prices, and Hive knows how to burst boxes! I got my boxes delivered right on time! I’d for sure recommend them!
Working with Hive Custom Boxes has been beyond exceptional! We’ve had nothing but exceptional, competitive pricing from Hive; attentive Hive customer service; and far exceeding the standard of work in the custom packaging industry. Hive Custom Boxes is our new “go to” custom packaging company!
I only have good things to say about Hive Custom Boxes! Customer service really knows how to burst boxes! Alexis took care of everything for me and really deserves a shout out! I will definitely be recommending them! I am really looking forward to continuing to work with them in the future.
Hive Custom Boxes made the whole experience easy. The website is simple to navigate, and the pricing is hard to beat. Great quality for the cost — I’ll definitely be back!
Got a question? Take a look at our FAQs about the custom packaging process. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us through live chat, one of our online forms, or give us a call at 1 (800) 725-9660 to speak with a custom box packaging expert now.
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