Custom Packaging Boxes with Windows
Across the U.S., we supply custom packaging boxes with die-cut windows that provide product visibility and structural protection. These boxes help products stand out on retail shelves, encourage purchases, and create a more engaging unboxing experience for customers.
Custom Window Box Packaging We Support
Retail packaging lines that promote product transparency, structural soundness, and decorative printing all rely on window packaging. Each style of packaging offers a different presentation while maintaining packaging consistency across multiple product lines.
Kraft Window Boxes
Cardboard Window Boxes
Clear Window Boxes
Window Boxes with Handle
Industries Using Custom Window Box Packaging Solutions
Cosmetics & Beauty
Window boxes are made of SBS paperboard for packaging skin care products, make-up, perfumes, and even custom soap boxes. This paperboard makes highly detailed printing and foiling possible.
Bakery & Confectionery
Boxes with windows used by bakeries to pack cookies, cakes, macarons, and pastries allow consumers to see products without opening the boxes. This is also helpful for attractive countertop displays.
Electronics Accessories
Window cartons are used for packing tiny electronics like chargers, headphones, cables, and other accessories. These also fit standard retail shelf and peg hook displays. The product is visible to consumers for comparison.
Health Foods & Artisan Gifts
Kraft window packaging displays a combination of natural board and transparent display used for natural snacks, tea gift sets, wholesome supplements, and handcrafted gifts. This packaging is used for specialty retail.
Toys & Card Games
Packaging for retail displays of toys, puzzles, and card games is often made of E flute or B flute corrugated board. This ensures visibility of the packed item and protection of the item during transportation and retail display.
Jewelry & Small Gifts
Finding an attractive way to package jewelry collections, keepsakes, and gifts is easier with Window Gift Boxes that offer convenient carrying thanks to built-in plastic handles. These boxes are frequently used for packaging gifts and weddings.
Functional Benefits of Window Box Packaging
1- Product Visibility During Shopping
With a custom window box, customers are able to see the product and packaging before making a purchase. In this way, the die cut window works to both see the product and build confidence for an impulse purchase.
2- Improved Buying Confidence
Shoppers are more confident in a purchase that allows them to see the actual product and understand what the product looks like outside of the packaging. This confidence can help reduce hesitation in purchases of goods.
3- Window Features Across Different Carton Styles
Incorporating window panels is not limited to one packaging style. Panels can be designed in a reverse tuck, gable top, two piece rigid, and a variety of corrugated display boxes, each serving a specific retail or shipping need.
4- Material Selection for Different Products
SBS paperboard tends to be the choice for cosmetics and confections. For a more natural look, Kraft can be used, and for heavier products that require more structural support, a corrugated material can be utilized.
Window Box Construction Options
Kraft Window Box
Kraft window cartons combine a natural look for an environmentally friendly choice with a minimalist design for product presentation. These cartons are popular for artisan products.
Cardboard Window Box
Cardboard window boxes incorporate a durable construction of paperboard or SBS, and are used for a variety of retail products. In this type of folding carton, product visibility and packaging confidence are balanced.
Clear Window Boxes
Clear window boxes use PVC or polythene to create visibility panels while still protecting the product. Window patching secures the transparent film over the die-cut opening.
Window Boxes with Handles
Window boxes with handles can have a plastic handle or a reinforced paperboard handle. These can also have 1, 2, 3, or 4-sided window designs.
Which Materials to Use for Window Box Packaging
1- SBS Paperboard (C1S/C2S)
SBS Paperboard, C1S/C2S, has a smooth surface that can be printed on. This type of paperboard can be used for products where intricate details are important. This type of paperboard is common for packaging cosmetics, candles, candy, and other premium retail products.
2- Kraft Paper
Kraft paper can be brown or white. This paper is common for products where simple packaging can be used. This type of paper is common for packaging electronics, gifts, specialty foods, and health products. This paper is also recyclable.
3- Corrugated Board (E Flute/B Flute)
E and B flute corrugated board can be used when product packaging needs to be a bit stronger. This type of board is common for toys, card games, and other retail products.
4- Window Film Materials
Clear PET, PVC, and polythene are common window materials. Clear PET is widely recyclable, while PVC and polythene depend on local recycling programmes and package construction.
Printing and Decorative Finishing for Custom Window Boxes
Color Printing Systems
The custom boxes with a window can be printed in offset or digital printing and can be printed in full color or with a specific PMS color to match their brand. Offset printing is used when the demand for boxes is high, while digital printing is preferred when the demand is low or for sample packaging.
Surface Enhancement Options
A variety of finishings can be used, including lamination (soft touch or aqueous), UV coating, spot UV, embossing, debossing, and foil stamping in gold, silver, and other metallics. For other branding options, hot foil, cold foil, and silk screen printing can be considered.
Structural Enhancement Features
Window patching is when a clear plastic film is placed over the die-cut window to protect the product. When it comes to design, this can be done for 1-4 sided windows, and handles can be added as a structural feature as well as a QR code for customer interaction.
Production Quantities & Order Methods
For custom window boxes, orders can be placed for any amount. The size of the boxes, the materials, and the finishing changes the required quantity for wholesale. A 3D mock-up of the box in the chosen style and finish is provided prior to mass production for quality control. MOQ offers a shipping promotion for orders meeting a specified amount. Delivery timeframe estimate.
Packaging Workflow Overview
1- Getting a Quote
To help with the design, please provide the dimensions, quantity, and material with print preference.
2- Approval of Design
Approval is needed for the design, including the die line, window placement, and 3D mockup. Requested changes are made prior to approval.
3- Production and Delivery
Production starts with the approval of the artwork. Production time and delivery time vary according to order size, customization and region. Production schedules are impacted by the style of the box, the selections for finish, and the shipping destination.
