Product Overview
Box Structure
This is a glue-free fully collapsible square sleeve rigid box. It can be completely unfolded into a single die-cut flat board. No adhesive is required; it locks into a rigid cube shape simply by folding interlocking flaps manually, perfectly covering square metal tea tins as outer packaging.
Shipping form: Fully flattened sheet, drastically reducing storage & ocean freight volume
Assembly: Die-cut score lines + self-locking tabs, one-second manual folding
Inner fit: Custom inner dimension for square tea cans or rigid inner boxes
Color Variants
3 themed colorways corresponding to different tea types:
Bright green feather print for green tea
Silver-grey feather print for white tea/flavored tea
Burgundy red feather print for black tea
Finishing: High-definition full CMYK feather photography printing with matte lamination for premium texture.
Material & Standard Specifications
| Item | Standard Configuration | Optional Upgrades |
| Base Board | 2.0mm rigid grey chipboard mounted with 157gsm art paper | 2.5mm extra thick chipboard for stronger rigidity |
| Forming Tech | Die-cutting + creasing lines, glue-free interlock foldable structure | Extra locking tabs for tighter closure during long transit |
| Surface Finish | Full CMYK color printing + matte water-based lamination | Hot stamping gold/silver, spot UV, emboss/deboss |
| Inner Fit | Customized opening for square metal tea tins | Resize for square paper boxes, small jars & canisters |
| MOQ | 1000pcs (including die-cut mold & full-color printing) | 1pcs acceptable for pre-production samples |
| Production Lead Time | 15–25 working days upon artwork confirmation | 5 working days rush order available with surcharge |
Core Selling Points
1. Dramatic Logistics Cost Reduction
Shipped as flat sheets, occupying only 1/8 volume of finished assembled boxes. Greatly lowers sea/air freight and warehouse storage cost, ideal for cross-border e-commerce bulk stock.
2. Glue-Free Lock Design, Zero Assembly Labor
No glue or tape needed. Staff can fold and lock the box into a complete cube within seconds, cutting manual packing labor cost significantly.
3. Themed Full-Color Artwork Builds Brand Series Value
Continuous feather pattern wraps the whole box surface. Three differentiated color versions classify tea categories (green/black/blended tea), forming a complete product line visual system for premium tea brand collection launch.
4. Sturdy Rigid Structure for Protection
Chipboard mounted construction keeps the box square and firm after folding, avoiding soft collapse like ordinary corrugated boxes. It protects inner tea tins while delivering high-end gift box appearance.
5. Highly Customizable Flexibility
Size: Custom length/width/height to fit square tins, rectangular containers
Artwork: Replace feather graphics with brand logos, illustrations, product storytelling photos
Craft: Add foil stamping, spot UV, embossing for higher product premium
Shape: Upgrade to rectangular or hexagonal foldable sleeve boxes while keeping glue-free folding function
6. Eco-Friendly & Reusable
100% paper-based without plastic components. End-users can flatten the box for repeated storage after opening, complying with EU & global sustainable packaging regulations.
Application Scenarios
Outer gift sleeve for premium loose leaf tea like Newby canned tea
Retail outer packaging for cross-border e-commerce canned tea, herbal tea & fruit infused tea
Series gift packaging for multi-flavor assorted tea sets
Mini tea can gift boxes for hotel in-room amenities
Sample packaging for tea trade show exhibits
Customization Options
1 Structural Customization
Standard: Square glue-free collapsible sleeve box (current style)
Optional: Rectangular / hexagonal foldable sleeve boxes
Tab adjustment: Optimize flap length to prevent popping open during long-distance shipping
2 Printing & Surface Treatments
Full 4-color offset printing (perfect for gradient & photographic artwork)
Post-press: Gold/silver hot foil, spot UV varnish, texture embossing
Lamination: Default matte anti-fingerprint lamination / glossy lamination
3 Matching Supporting Accessories
Supply full set solution including inner square tin cans, individual tea sachet bags, sealing stickers, product leaflets & export outer cartons.
Sample & Shipping Instruction
Finished boxes are packed flat in reinforced export cartons with edge protectors to avoid crease damage on score lines. Pre-production white blank samples first confirm folding performance; color proof samples verify printing color consistency before mass production.
FAQ
Q: Will the folded box pop open automatically?
We adjust tolerance of interlock tabs and slots for stable locking under normal storage and transit. Extra hidden buckle inserts can be added for long ocean shipment if required.
Q: Will the chipboard crack after repeated folding?
We adopt high-flexibility grey board with precise deep creasing lines. Normal opening & closing won’t cause board fracture, supporting repeated disassembly and storage.
Q: Can I order only one single color instead of the full 3-color set?
Yes, single-color orders are acceptable with the same MOQ requirement.
