Custom Tuck Top Boxes

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom tuck top boxes are folding boxes with a hinged lid that tucks into the front, used for gifts, apparel, cosmetics, food and retail kits. Styles include roll end tuck top, tuck top auto bottom and mailer versions in paperboard, kraft or corrugated, all printed to your design. Send your size, and Vorex replies with pricing.

Hinged lid opens like a gift
Roll end or auto bottom
Kraft, white or corrugated
Printed inside and out

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Tuck top box styles and when to use each

A tuck top box opens from a hinged lid on its largest panel, with a front flap that tucks in to close. That wide opening makes it easy to pack flat or bulky items and gives customers a gift-like reveal. Unlike end-opening cartons, the product is visible as soon as the lid lifts. Custom printed tuck top boxes are common for apparel, cosmetics sets, food gifts and promotional kits.

Three styles cover most needs. Custom roll end tuck top boxes have double-thickness side walls, giving a sturdy feel without glue. Custom tuck top auto bottom boxes use a pre-glued base that pops into place, saving packing time and supporting heavier items. Tuck top mailer boxes use corrugated board so they can ship on their own. Choose SBS for sharp color, kraft for natural appeal, or E-flute for shipping.

Design the lid as the hero panel and use the front tuck flap for a small detail or message. Inside printing turns the open lid into a branded backdrop. If the box sits on retail shelves, put product details on a side or back panel. Our team can prepare your artwork on the dieline, and you approve a digital proof before production.

Popular uses

Clothing and accessory gifts
Cosmetic and skincare sets
Bakery and confectionery gifts
Promotional and event kits
Candle and home goods
Stationery and craft supplies

Specifications

Size	Made to your exact inside dimensions (L × W × H)
Materials	Paperboard (SBS), kraft, corrugated (E, B or double wall), rigid chipboard
Printing	Full colour CMYK, Pantone (PMS) spot colours, inside and outside printing
Finishes	Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing, debossing
Add-ons	Window cut-outs, inserts, handles, custom tissue paper and stickers
Proof	Digital proof on your dieline before production

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Options for custom tuck top boxes

Box styles

Roll end tuck top, tuck top auto bottom and corrugated tuck top mailers, each made to your exact dimensions and product weight.

Materials

SBS paperboard for crisp color, kraft paperboard for a natural look, or E-flute corrugated when the box needs to ship on its own.

Printing

Full-color or spot-color printing on the outside, inside lid and tuck flap, so every surface a customer sees carries your brand.

Finishes

Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination with spot UV, foil stamping or embossing to give the lid a premium, tactile finish.

Inserts and windows

Add die-cut inserts to hold multiple items in place, or a window in the lid to show the product without opening the box.

Eco options

Kraft and paperboard tuck top boxes are widely recyclable where facilities exist. Ask about recycled-content board and water-based inks. Paper inserts can replace foam or plastic trays inside.

How it works

Ordering custom tuck top boxes

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Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Tuck Top Boxes: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

How do you make a tuck box?

A tuck box is die-cut from a flat sheet of paperboard or corrugated, then folded along scored lines so the lid's front flap tucks into the box body. We produce the dieline to your dimensions, print your artwork, and deliver the boxes flat for quick assembly.

What is a roll end tuck top box?

A roll end tuck top box has side walls that fold over on themselves to form a double thickness, locking into the base without glue. It feels sturdy, assembles quickly and is popular for mailers, gift boxes and subscription kits.

What is a tuck top auto bottom box?

It is a tuck top box with a pre-glued bottom that locks into place when the box is opened from flat. It assembles fast and supports heavier items better than a tucked bottom. It is a good fit for candles, jars and food gifts that add weight to the base.

Can tuck top boxes be shipped?

Corrugated tuck top mailers can ship on their own. Paperboard tuck top boxes are usually placed inside a mailer or shipping carton for transit. Tell us how you ship and a specialist will recommend the right material.

How do I get a quote for custom tuck top boxes?

Send your dimensions, quantity, preferred style, material and artwork through the quote form. A Vorex specialist replies with pricing, offers design help, and sends a digital proof before production. Mention any insert, window or interior print so the quote covers the complete box.

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