Box Inserts

Custom Printed Packaging Inserts

At 7D Packaging, our custom box inserts, also referred to as packaging inserts or inlays, ensure your products remain secure within the box. These inserts, made of paper, cardboard, or foam, not only protect your items but also enhance the unboxing experience by presenting them beautifully. Whether you have multiple items in one box or need to position products precisely, our custom inserts are the perfect solution. Plus, you can fully customize each insert with your branding! Explore our box insert guidelines or get inspired with our selection of ideas for box inserts.

A Premium Brand Experience

Custom size & print
Fully customizable

Customize your paper and cardboard inserts with full print and designs that pair beautifully with your boxes.

Sturdy and durable
Sturdy and secure

Custom box inserts are tailored to the precise size of your products, keeping them secure in transit while giving your customers a truly elevated unboxing experience.

High quality & affordable
High quality & affordable

Printed with offset printers that yield sharp and vivid outcomes, without the breaking the bank.

Technical Specs: Custom Box Inserts

With custom box inserts, there’s no ‘one size fits all’ solution. The structure of an insert is tailored to accommodate the size, weight, and position of each product, ensuring optimal security. Here are some examples of common paper or cardboard based insert structures.

Box Insert (no backing)

Box Insert (no backing) copy
Most commonly used for products that can sit directly at the base of the box and don’t need to be elevated. These types of inserts are also ideal for products of the same size.

Box Insert (with backing)

Box Insert (with backing) copy
Most commonly used for products of similar size that either need to be elevated to fit securely in the insert, or need extra support.

Transform Your Packaging with Custom Box Insert Designs

Get inspired by how brands use custom box inserts to deliver incredible brand experiences.

Technical Specs: Custom Box Inserts

An overview of the standard customizations available for custom box inserts.
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Corrugated Materials

Box inserts that are corrugated (the wavy lines in cardboard) are stronger and ensure the insert is sturdy. Corrugated inserts are typically used for heavier items, fragile items, or items that will be shipped and need extra cushioning/protection.

E-flute
Most commonly used option and has a flute thickness of 1.2-2mm.
B-flute
Ideal for large boxes and heavy items, with a flute thickness of 2.5-3mm.
cotton

Non-corrugated Materials

Box inserts that are paper based and not corrugated are typically used for lightweight, non-fragile items. These paper based inserts used a standard thickness of 300-400gsm, and contain at least 50% post-consumer content (recycled waste).

White Paper
Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS) paper that yields high quality print.
Brown Kraft Paper
Unbleached brown paper that is ideal for only black or white print.
paint-palette

Print

All packaging is printed with soy-based ink, which is eco-friendly and produces much brighter and vibrant colors.

CMYK
CMYK is the most popular and cost effective color system used in print.
Pantone
For accurate brand colors to be printed and is more expensive than CMYK.
paint-brush

Coating

Coating is added to your printed designs to protect it from scratches and scuffs.

Varnish
An eco-friendly water-based coating but doesn’t protect as well as lamination.
Lamination
A plastic coated layer that protects your designs from cracks and tears, but not eco-friendly.
sparkle

Finishes

Top off your packaging with a finish option that completes your package.

Matte
Smooth and non-reflective, overall softer look.
Glossy
Shiny and reflective, more prone to fingerprints.

Get Your Questions Answered

Our production typically takes 12-16 business days, extending to 16-21 days for larger volume orders.

Shipping times vary based on your chosen shipping channel. Air freight options range from 7-21 business days, while ocean freight options range from 26-71 business days. If you need expedited packaging, consider splitting your shipment between air and ocean freight.

Absolutely! Our in-house expert team is here to create a new design from scratch or revamp your existing one.

Our production spans across the globe, relying on a reliable supply chain and production houses to meet your needs. Our packaging is manufactured through our trusted network of suppliers and shipped directly to your doorstep.

We cater to all order sizes, supporting small businesses with small quantities and backing large enterprises with bulk orders. Our flexible production capabilities ensure we can meet the needs of every customer, regardless of size.

Yes, we offer various sample options for testing sizes, verifying colors, and artwork.

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