Corrugated box types start with the RSC box (Regular Slotted Container) — the workhorse taped shipper for ecommerce — and extend to custom logo boxes, brand boxes with full exterior print, and cardboard box white programs for vibrant CMYK on bleached board.
This guide explains when to customize cardboard box dimensions, how brand boxes differ from stock shippers, and MOQ tiers for launch vs scale.
Corrugated box types at a glance
| Type | Closure | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSC (Regular Slotted Container) | Tape top/bottom | Bulk shipping, heavy goods | Flexo / digital |
| FOL (Full Overlap) | Overlapping flaps | Extra strength | Flexo / digital |
| Mailer box (self-locking) | Tuck / crash-lock | DTC unboxing | Full CMYK |
| RET / roll-end | Roll ends | Flat goods, documents | Logo / full bleed |
| White corrugated mailer | Self-locking, white liner | Photography-heavy brands | Full CMYK |
Browse corrugated shipping boxes and mailer boxes.
RSC box vs mailer box
An RSC box is optimized for warehouse packing and carrier stacking — flaps are taped shut, and interior void fill or inserts protect product.
Brand boxes in mailer format prioritize:
- Tool-free assembly at fulfillment
- Exterior logo panels for doorstep branding
- Interior print for onboarding
Read mailer box vs shipping box for channel-specific guidance.
Customize cardboard box dimensions
To customize cardboard box specs:
- Measure product + padding (L×W×H)
- Choose single-wall vs double-wall based on weight
- Document dimensions in the box size calculator
- Specify print coverage — logo zone vs full bleed
Custom logo boxes should leave carrier label clearance on one side panel when using third-party shipping platforms.
White cardboard box and kraft contrast
Cardboard box white (bleached liner or SBS folding carton) reproduces gradients and skin-tone photography better than kraft.
| Board | Look | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Kraft corrugated | Natural, eco narrative | Artisan, sustainable DTC |
| White corrugated | Bright CMYK | Beauty, apparel, premium CPG |
| White SBS folding carton | Retail shelf polish | Product cartons inside shippers |
Compare materials in the custom packaging materials guide.
Corrugated Box Types — MOQ and Quote Path
| Tier | Quantity | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | 50–250 | Logo mailer |
| Growth | 250–1,000 | RSC + mailer size family |
| Scale | 1,000+ | Pallet-packed RSC programs |
Request a free quote with dimensions, weight, and print spec — or order samples to validate color on white vs kraft before production.