If you are running a business where your product needs to be packaged for transport and storage, you will need to put some thought into what type of packaging you want to use. Certain types of packaging will be better suited for certain products. In order to make an educated decision about what you are going to do for your business, we have chosen to highlight some of the most useful and widely used packaging designs.
Paperboard Boxes
A popular choice for many product packaging for its customizable options from materials, shapes, style & printing while keeping costs low. It is also lightweight but durable and can be cut into any types of structure allowing a wide range of flexibility for designing. Paperboard come in different grades allowing different types of packaging requirements from SBS paperboard to environmentally friendly material such as Kraft.
Corrugated Boxes
Corrugated material is extremely durable, and versatile. It can be easily die cut and printed for custom product packaging and point-of-purchase displays. Subscription (or mailer) boxes typically use corrugated material to keep products from getting damaged during shipping but still maintain the design and sophistication of the structure to attract customers. Corrugated boxes are fully customizable like paperboard except have a higher degree of durability.
Bottle & Cap Packaging
Bottle and cap packaging is popular and widely used for cosmetic cream, pharmaceuticals, liquids and other smaller products. This design can get very pricey especially considering the additional packaging for the bottle in order for it to be retail & wholesale ready. Luckily, small plastic & glass bottles can be an affordable option at a bulk.
Poly (Plastic) Bags
Among one of the most cost-effective packaging option is the poly bag (or plastic pouch bag). Made out of plastic film material, it is commonly used for food, chemical, flower & magazine packaging. Poly bags have also become a common & popular choice for product packaging as it is very easy to produce. It can be fully customized and provide extra protection to the products through its locking features.
