General FAQS
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) depends on the type of packaging box and printing method. Below are the MOQs for some common Packprince cardboard boxes for your reference:
●Rigid box MOQ: 500pcs
●Folding Carton & Cardstock Box MOQ: 1000pcs
●Plastic Blister Box MOQ: 2000pcs.
For specific product and customization needs, please get in touch with our product experts for details.
Generally speaking, our product production cycle averages 30-35 working days, depending on the order quantity and the complexity of the production. We also support partial deliveries.
Yes. You can choose to order a sample for verification, or when placing a bulk order, we will first confirm the essential customization details and pricing with you. After that, a bulk sample will be produced.
Once you have reviewed and approved the sample, we will proceed with full production.
Yes, we can provide you with a free white sample. You can also choose to download a digital printing sample or an offset ink sample to check the color and quality of the packaging box.
PackPrince provides a comprehensive range of packaging solutions designed to meet diverse product, branding, and budget requirements. Our offerings include multiple material options and a wide selection of box styles.
Materials Available:
●Rigid Box/Cardboard Box/Coated Paper Box
●Folding Carton Box/Cardstock Box
●Corrugated Box
Box Styles:
●Folding Magnetic Box
●Drawer Box
●Magnetic Box
●Flip Lid Box
●Fake Book Box
●Lid and Base Box / 2 Pieces Box
●Mailer Box
●Lid and Base Box With Shoulder
●Tube Box
●Suitcase Box
●Other Shape Box(Heart Shape/Star Shape…)
If you don’t see the packaging style you’re looking for—or if you’re unsure which option best fits your product—our packaging specialists are ready to help you choose the perfect solution.
Absolutely. We offer a range of eco-friendly packaging solutions, including recyclable, biodegradable, and FSC-certified cardboard boxes.
Our packaging specialists can provide professional guidance to help you choose the most sustainable option for your products while maintaining quality and brand appeal.
Of course! You can attach reference images and documents, and our product specialists and engineers will communicate with you to create a personalized structure.
We recommend providing your artwork in Adobe Illustrator (.AI) format. This ensures the highest print quality and allows us to prepare your design accurately for production.
Product Knowledge
Yes, absolutely. You can customize the printing surfaces. Whether you need full-color printing, spot colors, patterns, or branded messaging on the inside, our production team will review your artwork and ensure the final printed result matches your vision.
If you have specific design effects in mind—such as reverse printing, spot UV, metallic foil, or specialty finishes—we can also accommodate those to enhance the overall presentation of your packaging.
Digital printing is used for small run box making, offset printing is used for mass order production. And usually offset printing sample has better and more accurate colors than digital printing.
Your logo can be printed with CMYK or Pantone. Gold foil, embossing/debossing, spot UV, silk printing and so on can be used to highlight your logo as well.
Usually we use 1~3mm rigid greyboard to make rigid box, 2mm is the most common used thickness.
Yes. Please make sure all text is converted to outlines (Create Outlines) before sending the file.
This prevents any unexpected font changes or layout shifts during the printing process, especially if we don’t have the same fonts installed.
Packing & Shipping
Air shipping, sea shipping and train shipping can be used to ship your boxes. DDP( door to door including tax paid) can be also supported for you if you are a small business. You just need to sit home and wait for the boxes to arrive.
We will pack the boxes with strong 5 layers K=K corrugated cartons, and protective corners will be installed on the carton. For magnetic foldable box and heavy boxes, double outer cartons will be used to secure the box shipment.
That depends on the situation. If they are all in the same packaging, they can be shipped together. If multiple packaging options are needed, or if you need to ship in bulk urgently, they will be shipped separately.
Yes, we can accommodate shipping to multiple destinations. Whether you need your products delivered to different stores, warehouses, or directly to customers, we can arrange split shipments according to your requirements.
Please provide the full list of addresses, along with the quantity for each location, so our logistics team can prepare an accurate shipping plan and ensure timely delivery.
Yes, our product specialists will promptly notify you of any changes to your order, and you will receive a shipping notification after production is complete.
Order & Payment
Here are some factors that may influence packaging prices:
● Size (Larger packaging requires more material)
● Quantity (Larger order quantities result in lower unit prices)
● Material (Higher quality materials are more expensive)
● Color (Using the PMS-Pantone® Matching System increases costs)
● Surface Finish (Complex surface finishes are more expensive)
● Box Structure
● Additional Accessories
White mock-up sample is free. Digital printing sample costs around 80USD, and offset printing sample costs around 300USD. The final sample cost will depend on your box customization after checking.
Yes
1. CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
Printing Method: CMYK is based on a four-color printing process, using four basic colors to achieve other colors through mixing. CMYK typically offers a very rich color gamut, suitable for most printed materials.
Cost: Relatively low because it uses standard four-color printing and is common on most printing presses, suitable for mass production.
Suitable Scenarios: Primarily used for color printing, such as packaging boxes, brochures, posters, etc.
2. PMS (Pantone® Matching System)
Printing Method: PMS uses dedicated inks for color matching. Each Pantone color has a unique code, ensuring precise color consistency, suitable for brands requiring strict color management.
Cost: Generally higher because each Pantone color requires individually formulated inks, meaning more work and materials are needed during the printing process. For complex designs (especially those using multiple Pantone colors), the price will be even higher.
Applicable Scenarios: Commonly used in high-end brand packaging, luxury goods, logo design, and corporate branding where precise color reproduction is required.
Reasons for Price Differences:
Ink Costs: PMS requires dedicated inks for each color, while CMYK only requires four basic inks, making PMS ink costs higher.
Printing Process: PMS printing requires separate printing plates and equipment for color matching, increasing printing time and costs. CMYK printing simplifies the process by mixing four colors.
Accuracy: PMS offers higher color accuracy and consistency, which is especially important for brand colors, hence the higher price.
CMYK is suitable for projects with tight budgets and acceptable color variations, with a relatively lower price. PMS is suitable for high-end projects with high requirements for color consistency and accuracy, and is more expensive.
We accept bank wire transfer (T/T) and Alibaba Trade Assurance orders.
Alibaba accepts Visa, Mastercard, TT, PayPal, PayPal_BNPL, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Pix, OXXO, Billie, Online Transfer, and other payment methods.
If you wish to use other payment methods not listed above, please contact our dedicated product specialist for further discussion.
Typically, full payment is required. For larger orders, a 30% deposit can be paid upfront, with the remaining balance due before shipment.
For bulk orders, you may also discuss customized payment terms with our product specialists to find a solution that works best for your needs.
All quotations are provided in US dollars (USD) by default. Payments in other currencies can be made via bank T/T transfer or through the Alibaba platform, which supports a wide range of currencies for your convenience.
Yes. We provide volume-based discounts—the larger the order, the greater the savings. Please consult our product specialists for detailed pricing, and they will help you select the most suitable packaging options and pricing strategy for your business needs.