Custom Candle Shipping Boxes

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom candle shipping boxes are corrugated mailers and shipping boxes with inserts that candle brands use to send jar, tin and pillar candles through the mail without breakage. Options include E-flute mailers, B-flute shipping boxes, single and multi-candle inserts and printed interiors. Send your candle sizes and order mix and a specialist replies with pricing.

Inserts stop jar movement
Corrugated strength for parcels
Printed inside and out
Single or multi-candle builds

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How to ship candles without broken glass

Glass candle jars break when they move inside a parcel, and wax can scuff or melt if a box sits in a hot truck. Custom candle shipping boxes are made to the size of your jar and include an insert that holds it still, so impacts are absorbed by the corrugated walls rather than the glass. A box sized for your order mix also cuts down on void fill and wasted space.

E-flute corrugated mailers are a popular choice for one or two candles, as they are strong and still print well. Larger orders or heavy vessels may need B-flute or double wall boxes. Inserts can be die-cut corrugated, paperboard or molded paper, made with cut-outs for each jar. Custom cardboard candle boxes in kraft keep a natural look, while white board shows bright colors.

Candle shipping boxes are often the first thing a customer sees, so print your logo outside and a thank-you message or care card inside the lid. Keep the outside simple if you want discretion for gifts. If you sell through wholesale, plain or one-color candle shipping boxes for retailers can sit alongside fully printed mailers for direct orders. Either way, a digital proof shows the layout before production.

Popular uses

Direct-to-customer candle orders
Multi-candle bundles and sets
Candle subscription shipments
Wholesale cartons for stockists
Gift orders sent to recipients
Holiday rush shipping

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 candle shipping boxes

Box styles

Tuck-front mailers, regular slotted shipping boxes and roll-end boxes, made to your candle size and the number of candles per order.

Corrugated grades

E-flute for one or two candles with sharp print, B-flute or double wall for heavier jars and larger multi-candle shipments.

Inserts

Die-cut corrugated, paperboard or molded paper inserts with cut-outs for each jar, so candles cannot move or knock together in transit.

Printing

Print your logo outside and a thank-you message, care guide or pattern inside the lid, in CMYK or spot colors on white or kraft board.

Finishes

Matte or gloss coatings protect printed mailers from scuffs during parcel handling, and spot colors keep large brand areas consistent from one order to the next.

Eco options

Kraft corrugated with paper or molded fiber inserts gives a mostly paper package that customers can recycle more simply than plastic fill.

How it works

Ordering custom candle shipping 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 Candle Shipping Boxes: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

How do you package candles for shipping?

Put the candle's lid on, place the jar in an insert that holds it still, and use a corrugated box with little empty space. Avoid loose fill alone for glass. We make mailers and inserts to your jar sizes so each candle stays in place.

What box is strongest for shipping candles?

Corrugated board is the usual choice. E-flute suits one or two candles, while B-flute or double wall corrugated adds strength for heavier jars or larger orders. Tell us your candle weights and counts and a specialist will recommend a build.

Can one shipping box hold different candle sizes?

Yes. An insert can be designed with cut-outs for different jars, or you can choose a few box sizes that cover your common order mixes. Share your candle range and typical orders, and we plan sizes around them.

Can I print inside my candle shipping boxes?

Yes. Inside printing is a popular choice for a thank-you message, burn care tips or a pattern that shows when the lid opens. Our design help can lay it out on the box template before you approve the proof.

Do you sell candle shipping boxes wholesale?

Yes. We produce larger runs for candle brands and fulfillment teams. Request a quote with your box sizes, insert needs and quantities, and a specialist replies with pricing, options for printing and a plan for your digital proof.

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