Custom Packaging Sleeves
Custom packaging sleeves, which are commonly referred to as belly band packaging, present an excellent opportunity to enhance the branding of your custom boxes and products. By wrapping these sleeves around unprinted boxes or individual products, you can effectively make your brand more prominent without incurring significant costs. Explore our handpicked selection of sleeve packaging examples for some inspiration.
Premium Sleeves at Affordable Prices
Custom size & print
Packaging sleeves offer complete flexibility when it comes to size and design. These sleeves can be wrapped around products of any shape or size, making them an ideal choice for showcasing seasonal offerings by wrapping them around existing products or boxes. Thanks to their customizable features, you can tailor the sleeves to your exact requirements and create a distinctive visual impact for your products.
Cost-effective branded packaging
Combine printed packaging sleeves with unprinted boxes to achieve a cost-effective yet customized packaging solution. This is particularly useful if you have a stock of generic branded boxes that you want to personalize in a unique way. By pairing sleeves with plain boxes, you can create a distinctively branded experience without having to invest in fully printed boxes. This approach offers a versatile and flexible packaging solution that can help your products stand out from the competition.
MOQ from 500 units
Minimums starting from 500 units per size or design.
Available in 3 Standard Styles
Choose from 3 different styles of packaging sleeves to best meet your packaging needs.
PACKAGING SLEEVES
Pre-glued Sleeves
If you're looking for an effortless way to customize your packaging, pre-glued packaging sleeves are an excellent option. These sleeves are designed to slide over custom boxes or wrap individual items such as containers, making them ideal for same-sized products.
In this case, we offer pre-glued packaging sleeves measuring 10" x 6" x 3", which can be printed on one side and ordered in quantities ranging from 500 to 2000 units. By opting for these sleeves, you can add a touch of branding to your products quickly and easily, without any fuss or mess.
Starting from 500 units
PACKAGING SLEEVES
Custom Sleeves with Adhesive
For a hassle-free packaging solution, consider using sleeves with adhesive strips. These sleeves are designed to wrap and seal easily around your custom boxes or products, regardless of their size or shape. Our adhesive sleeves come in two options: with score lines for easy folding, or without score lines for maximum flexibility.
In this case, we offer adhesive sleeves measuring 12" x 2", which can be printed on one side and ordered in quantities ranging from 500 to 2000 units. With these sleeves, you can streamline your packaging process and ensure that your products are consistently presented in a professional and branded manner.
Starting from 500 units
PACKAGING SLEEVES
Custom Sleeves (Flat)
Make your packaging truly unique with custom-printed packaging sleeves. With these sleeves, you can choose how you want to wrap and seal them around your products or boxes, making them ideal for different-sized and shaped items. Our sleeves are available with score lines for easy folding, or without score lines for maximum flexibility.
In this case, we offer custom-printed sleeves measuring 5" x 1", which can be printed on one side and ordered in quantities ranging from 500 to 2000 units. By opting for custom-printed sleeves, you can add a touch of personality and branding to your packaging, creating a memorable experience for your customers.
Starting from 500 units
Technical Specs: Packaging Sleeves
An overview of the standard customizations available for custom sleeves.
Materials
Our custom sleeves are made from high-quality paper that meets a standard thickness of 300-400gsm. These materials are eco-friendly, containing at least 50% post-consumer content sourced from recycled waste. By choosing our custom sleeves, you can not only enhance the branding of your packaging but also demonstrate your commitment to sustainability. Our eco-friendly materials help reduce waste and minimize the environmental impact of your packaging, without compromising on quality or durability.
White
Looking for paper that provides exceptional print quality? Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS) paper is an excellent choice. This high-quality material is renowned for its ability to produce crisp, vibrant, and detailed prints. Choose SBS paper if you want to make a lasting impression on your customers with packaging that showcases the finest details of your design.
Brown Kraft
If you’re looking for a packaging material that is perfect for black or white printing, unbleached brown paper is an excellent option. This type of paper provides a natural, organic look and feel that complements minimalist designs with simple color schemes. Choose unbleached brown paper if you want to create a down-to-earth packaging solution that is both stylish and eco-friendly.
To ensure that our packaging is as eco-friendly as possible, we use soy-based ink for all our printing needs. This type of ink not only produces brighter and more vibrant colors but is also a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based inks. By choosing soy-based ink, you can rest assured that your packaging solution is not only visually striking but also environmentally responsible.
Compare CMYK & Pantone
CMYK
When it comes to printing, the CMYK color system is a popular and cost-effective choice. This color model is widely used in the printing industry because it is capable of producing a broad spectrum of colors by mixing just four ink colors – cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. Choose CMYK if you want a high-quality printing solution that is both affordable and versatile.
Pantone
If you’re looking for a printing solution that delivers precise and consistent brand colors, consider using the Pantone Matching System (PMS). This system is specifically designed to ensure that your colors are printed accurately, making it an excellent choice for brands that require color consistency across different media. While PMS printing may be more expensive than CMYK printing, it offers superior color accuracy and is an ideal choice for high-end products that demand the utmost attention to detail.
Coating
To safeguard your printed designs from scratches and scuffs, we offer a protective coating that is applied after printing. This coating acts as a barrier against wear and tear, ensuring that your packaging looks as good as new even after repeated use. Choose this option if you want to enhance the durability of your packaging and protect your designs from everyday wear and tear.
Compare varnish & lamination
Lamination
We offer a plastic coating option that provides an extra layer of protection for your designs, shielding them from cracks and tears. However, it’s important to note that this option is not the most eco-friendly. While it does provide enhanced durability, it does so at the expense of environmental impact. Consider this option if you prioritize durability over eco-friendliness, but keep in mind that we also offer a range of more sustainable coating options that provide excellent protection without compromising the environment.
Varnish
This is a statement that describes an eco-friendly water-based coating used for packaging that doesn’t provide the same level of protection as lamination. Here’s one way to say it differently:
We offer an eco-friendly water-based coating option for our packaging that is a more sustainable alternative to lamination. However, it’s important to note that this coating doesn’t provide the same level of protection as lamination.
Finishes
Make your packaging stand out with a range of finish options that add that extra touch of elegance and sophistication. Our finish options are designed to complement your packaging and provide a cohesive look and feel that elevates your brand. Choose from a variety of finishes including gloss, matte, soft touch, and more, to achieve the perfect look for your product. Whether you're going for a sleek and modern design or a more classic and refined aesthetic, our finish options will help you create the perfect packaging solution.
Compare finishes
Matte
If you’re looking for a sophisticated and refined finish for your packaging, our soft touch option is the perfect choice. Soft touch adds a luxurious feel to your packaging, with a smooth and non-reflective finish that exudes elegance and style. This finish provides an overall softer look, with a velvety texture that feels great to the touch. Choose soft touch for a finish that truly stands out and adds that extra touch of sophistication to your packaging.
Satin
For a finish that strikes the perfect balance between matte and glossy, our satin finish is an excellent choice. With a semi-shiny appearance, this finish adds just the right amount of sheen to your packaging, creating a subtle yet eye-catching effect. Satin finish is perfect for packaging that requires a sophisticated and polished look without being too reflective. It offers a versatile option that complements a wide range of design aesthetics, making it a popular choice among our customers. Choose satin finish to achieve that perfect in-between look that strikes the right balance for your packaging.
Glossy
For a finish that exudes a high-gloss, shiny look and feel, our gloss finish is the perfect option. With its reflective properties, this finish adds a luxurious and polished touch to your packaging, making it stand out on the shelf. The gloss finish is particularly effective for designs with vibrant colors and bold graphics, as it enhances the brightness and contrast of your artwork. It is important to note that gloss finish is more prone to fingerprints due to its reflective nature. However, if you’re looking for a finish that truly makes a statement, gloss is the way to go.
Soft touch
If you’re looking for a finish that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your packaging, our velvet finish is an excellent option. This finish looks like a matte finish, but has a soft, velvety feel to the touch, creating a unique tactile experience for the consumer. The velvet finish adds a layer of depth and richness to your designs, making it ideal for luxury products or those with intricate designs. The subtle sheen of the velvet finish also adds a hint of shine to your packaging, without being too reflective. Choose the velvet finish for a high-end look and feel that will make your products stand out on the shelf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check out our help center.
What is the minimum order quantity for rigid boxes?
300 units. The MOQ is based on every unique box (e.g. size, design).
Where is your packaging produced?
Chisinau, Moldova. East Europe.
How long does production take?
Production typically takes 12-16 days, and 16-20 days for larger volume orders.
How long does shipping take?
Determined individually for each order
What size should pre-glued sleeves be to ensure it can slide over my box?
To ensure a proper fit for your custom sleeves, we generally recommend adding approximately 1.5-2mm to the width and height of your products or boxes. This guideline helps to account for any variations in size and shape, ensuring that the sleeves fit snugly and securely. By following these size guidelines, you can minimize the risk of the sleeves slipping or coming loose during transit, protecting your products and enhancing their presentation.
Can I purchase a sample before placing an order?
We can provide unprinted structural samples to test size & structure, or pre-production samples that include full customization.
Can you provide me with a dieline?
Dielines are provided for free upon purchase of an order or sample.
What format should I provide my artwork to you in?
Please send us your artwork in a dieline file (PDF or AI format) that can be edited in Adobe Illustrator. Please keep the dieline as a separate layer in your AI file, and be sure to follow all of these dieline design tips to ensure your artwork file is production-ready.
Custom Sleeve Ordering Process
A simple, 6-step process to getting custom packaging sleeves.
1. Get a quote
Go to the platform and configure your sleeves to get a quote.
2. Purchase a sample (optional)
Get a sample of your sleeves to test size and quality before starting a bulk order.
3. Place your order
Choose your preferred shipping method and place your order on our platform.
4. Upload artwork
Add your artwork to the dieline template we’ll create for you upon placing your order.
5. Start production
Once your artwork is approved, we’ll start production, which typically takes 12-16 days.
6. Ship packaging
After passing quality assurance, we’ll ship your packaging to your specified location(s).
Still need some help?
Email us at info@boxeurobox.com. We typically respond within 12-24 hours