Types of Boxes

A tour of the physical containers that store, ship, and protect our stuff—from humble cardboard to rugged field cases.

• Aluminum Cases

  Lightweight metal protection for instruments, drones, and electronics. Impact- and corrosion-resistant; often lockable and airline-friendly.
• Apparel Boxes

  Flat, wide paperboard boxes sized for clothing and textiles. Clean presentation; commonly used for retail and gift-giving.
• Auto-Lock / Crash-Lock Bottom Boxes

  Pop into shape in seconds—no tape for the base. Fast packing for e-commerce and retail replenishment lines.
• Bakery Boxes (Cake, Cupcake, Donut, Pie)

  Food-safe paperboard with tuck or windowed lids; sized for delicate pastries and layered cakes. Designed for quick assembly and clean presentation.
• Bin Boxes (Shelf / Part Organizers)

  Open-top corrugated bins that live on shelves. Ideal for small parts, SKUs, and back-of-house organization.
• Bottle Carriers & Wine Boxes

  Reinforced cartons with dividers or handles for single or multiple bottles; protects glass and prevents clinking disasters.
• Candy Boxes

  Small decorative cartons (often with windows or inserts) sized for truffles, caramels, and confections.
• Cardboard Boxes

  The everyday workhorse—lightweight, recyclable, and budget-friendly for general packing, moving, and short-haul storage.
• Chipboard Boxes

  Slim paperboard cartons for retail packaging and favors. Print-friendly surfaces; best with an outer shipper for transit.
• Coolers

  Boxes intended for keeping drinks cool. These can be great carrying cases. They are protective, and insulated. They come in a large range of sizes. A six-pack cooler is great for cameras. Not as nice as a dedicated camera case, but can be 1/4 the price or less. Also less likely to get stolen.
• Corrugated Boxes

  Fluted paper sandwiched between liners for crush resistance. The backbone of shipping: stackable, strong, and versatile.
• Display Boxes

  Packaging that doubles as a stage—clear windows or cutouts to showcase the product while protecting it on the shelf.
• Double-Wall & Heavy-Duty Boxes

  Extra layers of corrugation for heavier or fragile loads, longer trips, and tall stacking in warehouses.
• Favor Boxes

  Small, decorative take-home packages for events and weddings—endless shapes from mini gables to pillow and cube styles.
• Folding Cartons (Paperboard)

  Retail-friendly cartons (think cereal or cosmetics). Ship flat, assemble fast, and print beautifully.
• Food Containers & Meal Boxes

  From takeout clamshells to pizza and deli boxes—made to keep food intact and appetizing during the journey.
• Gable Boxes

  One-piece folding cartons with a roof-like handle. Great for lunches, favors, and grab-and-go retail packaging.
• Gift Boxes

  From simple tuck-tops to luxe rigid sets—presentation-first packaging for retail, gifting, and unboxing experiences.
• Glassware / Divider Boxes

  Reinforced cartons with cells to separate fragile items (glasses, bottles, labware). Cushioning + no-clink transport.
• Jewelry Boxes

  Small rigid or paperboard set-ups with inserts or pads. Protects delicate items while elevating the reveal.
• Kraft Packaging

  Unbleached brown paperboard and corrugated—eco-leaning, strong, and perfectly understated for earthy brands.
• Literature Mailers / Bookfolds

  Self-locking corrugated styles that wrap snugly around books, catalogs, and flat goods for edge protection.
• Luggage & Travel Cases

  Portable protection—hardshell suitcases, trunks, and flight cases. Essentially boxes with passports.
• Magnetic Closure Boxes

  Premium rigid boxes with hidden magnets for a crisp, reusable snap-shut experience.
• Mailer Boxes

  Self-closing corrugated designs for direct-to-door shipments—durable enough to skip an outer shipper.
• Mailing Tubes

  Cylindrical fiber or plastic tubes for posters, blueprints, and artwork. Excellent edge and corner protection.
• Molded EVA / Neoprene Cases

  Semi-rigid shells for cameras, drives, and accessories. Lightweight, scuff-resistant, and space-efficient.
• Multilayer Packaging (Food)

  Items like Tetrapak, SIG, Elopak which produce multilayer packaging for liquids, like milk. Common in Europe, more common for kids lunchboxes in the US.
• Moving Boxes

  Corrugated shipping workhorses sized for household goods—often with handles, labels, and double-wall options.
• Pillow Boxes

  Curved, fold-flat cartons that puff into shape—great for favors, small gifts, and accessories.
• Plastic Boxes (Clear)

  Transparent PVC/PET boxes for display-first packaging. Show the product while keeping dust and fingers out.
• Plastic Totes & Bins

  Rigid, reusable storage with snap lids or latches. Ideal for garages, warehouses, and humid environments.
• Rigid Set-Up Boxes

  Premium, non-collapsible walls (phone boxes, jewelry). Great presentation; sturdy enough for reuse.
• Rugged Protective Cases (Pelican-style)

  Waterproof, dustproof, crush-resistant shells with pressure valves and foam interiors—built for field use.
• Shipping & Mailing Boxes

  General-purpose corrugated shippers in endless sizes—standard RSCs, cube boxes, long boxes, file boxes, and more.
• Telescoping / Two-Piece Boxes

  Base + lid that slide together for adjustable height and stronger edges—handy for posters, artwork, and gear.
• Tins & Small Metal Boxes

  Decorative yet tough—common for cookies, tea, mints, and keepsakes. Vintage tins never go out of style.
• Window Boxes

  Display-forward cartons with a clear panel. Let customers see the good stuff while keeping it protected.
• Wooden Boxes & Crates

  Durable and reusable; great for tools, wine, instruments, and industrial freight. Often forklift-friendly and stackable.