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Corrugated Box Supplier for Mailer and Shipping Packaging

Start with the mailer structure that matches fulfillment handling, opening experience, storage, and insert needs before sending a custom mailer box RFQ.

Mailer Box Product Routes

Six mailer box structures, from kraft mailers to insert-ready boxes

A mailer box is a shipping pack and a brand surface at the same time. Board colour, print route, opening feature, storage form and insert need are the choices that separate the six structures below.

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Product examples

Mailer structures shown before sampling

Handle, flat-pack and insert-ready mailers are shown below so closure, fold and insert fit can be compared before your own sample is made.

White tear strip mailer box handle and opening detail

Handle Mailer Boxes

Mailer boxes with handle, locking tab, opening strip, or closure structure when functional approval matters.

Stacked corrugated mailer blanks for storage and fulfillment planning

Flat-pack Mailer Blanks

Flat-packed mailer blanks for efficient storage, assembly, and fulfillment workflow planning.

Product fit custom paperboard tray insert set

Insert-ready Mailer Boxes

Mailer boxes planned with inserts, dividers, or product-fit layouts for safer delivery and cleaner unboxing.

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Customizable Range

What changes a mailer box price: size, board, closure, print and packing

Mailer box pricing changes with inside size, corrugated board, self-locking structure, tear strip, handle, inside print, insert fit, fulfillment method, and destination.

Fit and size

Inside L x W x H, product size, filler need, and packing count.

Send product dimensions and product weight. This controls mailer size, board choice, and insert route.

Input: product size plus box target
Board and surface

Kraft, white, printed board, and corrugated strength.

Mailer board runs E-flute, B-flute, or EB double-wall corrugated, kraft 250–450 gsm, with flute matched to product weight and shipping route. Board choice affects shipping protection, print result, and customer-facing feel.

Input: board surface and strength target
Closure route

Self-locking tab, tear strip, zipper opening, handle, and return function.

Closure details affect tooling, assembly, opening feel, and sample approval.

Input: closure style or reference mailer
Fulfillment

Flat pack, pre-fold, carton packing, warehouse workflow, and destination.

Fulfillment requirements can change packing method, labor, and export coordination.

Input: fulfillment route and destination
BoardE-flute, B-flute, and EB double-wall corrugated; kraft board 250–450 gsm. Flute matched to product weight and shipping route.
PrintingCMYK offset (litho-laminated) or Pantone / PMS spot color; inside print available.
FinishesMatte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination; spot UV; gold or silver foil stamping; emboss / deboss.
MOQ200 pcs project-level; exact minimum confirmed per structure.
Sample~7 working days after the dieline is locked; sample fee USD 4–20 by structure and finish.
Bulk lead time15–30 working days after you approve specs, artwork, and sample.
Price driversOrder quantity first, then print and finishing (about USD 0.7 per printed side; print plate from ~USD 50), then material, then structure and size.
Trade termsT/T, FOB, EXW, CFR, CIF, DDP · export from Xiamen.
Track recordPaper packaging maker since 2006; ~180-person, 3000 m² factory in Xiamen; about 60% repeat buyers; exported to 60+ countries.
Certifications and auditsFSC Mix, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, amfori BSCI: certificate scans shown in the factory proof section.

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Solutions

Mailer boxes for ecommerce, beauty and gift programs

Choose the program the mailer belongs to; it decides which of structure, artwork, insert fit and export packing gets approved first.

Factory Gallery

How mailer boxes are checked in our Xiamen factory, and the certificates behind them

ZHY Packing has operated since 2006 from a 3,000 m² site in Xiamen. Confirm the exact production route and proof scope for the quoted product.

The frames below follow dieline and board choice, sample, print and packing checks through to bulk approval. If the pack carries a retail barcode or shipping label, where codes and labels sit is decided at dieline stage.

Every certificate here is on file with its number. Open a scan to check it.

FAQ

Mailer box questions on structure, board, inserts, MOQ and samples

Certificate Scans

Five certificate scans are available for supplier review.

FSC Mix, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, amfori BSCI and ISO 8317 are shown as document scans. Tell us which of them your market requires and we send the scans that apply.

What is the difference between a mailer box and a shipping carton?

A mailer box usually has a self-locking structure and customer-facing unboxing surface, while a shipping carton is mainly built for bulk transport and stacking.

Can mailer boxes include a tear strip or zipper opening?

Yes. Tear-strip and zipper mailer options can be reviewed when the box size, board, closure, and opening direction are confirmed.

Should inserts be quoted with mailer boxes?

Yes when product movement, presentation, accessory count, or damage risk affects the final layout. Inserts should be approved with the mailer sample.

Can mailer boxes have inside print?

Yes. Inside print, messages, color panels, and branded unboxing details can be reviewed when the dieline and artwork are available.

What MOQ and lead time apply?

MOQ starts from 200 pcs for practical custom projects. Samples typically take about 7 days after confirmed specs, and production typically takes 15–30 working days after approval. See what the 200 pcs minimum applies to and what moves sample and production lead time.

Are custom mailer boxes worth it for a small brand?

They are worth considering when the box is part of the customer experience, a subscription, PR sendout, or repeat DTC shipment. For very early validation, a stock mailer plus label may be enough before custom print.

Can a mailer box ship directly without an outer carton?

Often yes for light to medium DTC goods, but it depends on product weight, fragility, carrier handling, and whether surface scuffs are acceptable. Fragile or premium goods may still need an outer carton or insert.

What size should I send for a custom mailer box?

Send the internal L x W x H needed for the product and insert, not just the outside of an existing box. Also send product weight, quantity, print coverage, sample need, and destination. The six inputs a packaging quote needs are listed on one page.

Which options create a better unboxing experience?

Inside print, tear strip, branded insert, tissue fit, spot UV, foil, and a clean tuck closure can improve unboxing. Keep the first sample focused so the structure and color are approved before adding more effects.

Can I start with a low pilot run for custom mailers?

Yes, but the unit price will usually be higher because setup and sample costs are spread over fewer pieces. Use the pilot to validate size, fit, print, and customer response before a larger run.

How long has ZHY Packing operated in Xiamen?

ZHY Packing has operated since 2006 from a 3,000 m² site in Xiamen. Confirm the exact production route and proof scope for the quoted product.

Which production route applies to this order?

The quotation should identify the route for the selected structure, material, finish and quantity rather than treating the full supply range as one production claim.

What proof can I review before bulk production?

Ask for the approved sample, artwork or dieline revision, relevant inspection points and packing reference for the quoted product.

How are MOQ and production timing confirmed?

MOQ and timing are confirmed for the selected structure, material, artwork, finish, quantity, sample route and current schedule.

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Next Step

Send your mailer box size for a quote

Send mailer type, internal size, product size, board direction, closure need, print requirement, insert need, quantity, sample need, and destination. If the fit is still unclear, send the product photo and fulfillment route first.