3 Common Types of Boxes

1. Folding Cartons

Folding cartons (also called paperboard cartons, or paperboard boxes) are some of the most common types of boxes that you will see at retail stores. Think of a typical cereal box – this is a folding carton.

2. Rigid Boxes

Rigid boxes (also called set-up boxes) are sturdier and do not fold or collapse as folding cartons do. They are often, but not always, used for higher-end products where perceived value is important. They are also used when the product within is heavy and in need of extra support. An iPhone box, is an example of a rigid box.

3. Corrugated Boxes

Corrugated boxes (also called corrugated board, corrugated fiberboard or combined board) are what you would commonly refer to as brown cardboard boxes that you would, for example, use to pack your belongings in when you move to a new house.

To sum it all up:

The majority of consumer products will use all or most of the above mentioned types of boxes for a single product as it travels from manufacturer to store shelves.

These 3 common types of boxes are all made of paper pulp of varying thicknesses.

1. Folding Cartons (also called Paperboard Boxes, Paperboard Cartons ) (example: cereal box)

2. Rigid Boxes (also called Set-Up Boxes) (example: iPhone Box, Jewelry Box)

3. Corrugated Boxes (also called Corrugated Fiberboard, Shipper Boxes, Cardboard Boxes) Used in both shipping and retail environments.