Custom rigid boxes are bespoke packaging solutions crafted to meet specific requirements and preferences. These boxes are characterized by their sturdy and durable construction, typically made from high-quality materials such as paperboard or cardboard. Unlike standard packaging options, custom rigid boxes can be tailored in terms of size, shape, design, and finish to perfectly complement the enclosed product and reflect the brand's identity. They are commonly used for luxury items, including cosmetics, electronics, and gourmet foods, as they offer superior protection and a premium presentation.

BUT, custom rigid boxes may not be the best option for your business due to the following reasons:

1. Oversized Packaging

Ensuring that luxury cosmetic rigid boxes are proportionate to the size of the enclosed product is crucial. Oversized packaging can misrepresent the product's dimensions and quality, potentially resulting in customer dissatisfaction and negative feedback. Selecting the appropriate size and shape of the box is paramount to guaranteeing customer satisfaction and fostering a positive unboxing experience.

2. Lack of Differentiation

Creating distinctive and unique luxury cosmetic rigid boxes is imperative for setting your brand apart from competitors. Conducting thorough market research and leveraging the insights of your design team can facilitate the development of packaging designs that capture attention and resonate with your target audience.

3. Insufficient Protection

Luxury cosmetic rigid boxes that are designed to hold bottles containing liquids may require a grease barrier to prevent leaks. Depending on where the boxes will be displayed, companies should consider using waterproof coatings to ensure that the products remain protected from the elements.

4. Not Child-Friendly or Pet-Friendly

When targeting adult clients of various ages with luxury cosmetic rigid boxes, it is important to include instructions for human and pet parents. The packaging should clearly state whether the contents include choke hazards or hazardous substances to ensure the safety of both the products and the consumers.

5.Elements Leading to Elevated Costs

Luxury cosmetic rigid boxes typically command a higher price point compared to other packaging options, averaging between $4 to $5 per unit. This cost surpasses that of fully printed and labeled corrugated boxes, which often fall under the $2 to $3 range, as well as folding carton boxes, which can be obtained for under $1. The elevated expense of luxury cosmetic rigid boxes stems from their thicker and more specialized construction, alongside increased shipment fees. Nonetheless, as discussed in preceding sections, the advantages they offer, including the enhancement of a product's visual and tactile allure, render them a valuable investment for premium brands.

6. Materials

Luxury cosmetic rigid boxes are typically made using more expensive chipboard, which is thicker than regular, foldable carton packaging. They come in a variety of colors, including white and black, with natural chipboard being the cheapest option. The choice of paper and finish for the wrap also affects the final price. Full finish luxury cosmetic rigid boxes cost more as they require more paper to cover the chipboard. When it comes to finishes, metallic, neon, and other specialty inks are more expensive than regular ink. Naturally, larger surfaces will entail more materials, and any labels, magnetic strips, or ribbon pulls needed also add to the total expense.

7.Construction

When it comes to luxury cosmetic rigid boxes, the cost of tooling covers the use of custom-made tools required to produce each box, including dies for cutting the shape, foil stamping, and embossing or debossing, as well as print cylinders, print plates, and molds. The fee for tooling increases if your box has a unique shape or features various parts and involves many colors and other printing techniques. Inserts for luxury cosmetic rigid boxes may also require separate cutting dies and molds.

Reputable manufacturers of luxury cosmetic rigid boxes use special machines to fold parts of the box, paste their sides, and cover them with wrap. However, manual labor may be required for intricate packaging or the inclusion of inserts, which can be made of tissue, cardboard, foam, or plastic.

8.Volume

Custom packaging projects with low volume are generally more expensive than those with high volume, as the packaging industry follows economies of scale.

9.Transport

Luxury cosmetic rigid boxes are generally not collapsible, which means they do not ship flat and require higher shipment fees. Additionally, the cost of fuel can impact the amount that businesses have to pay for courier or third-party delivery services.

10.Storage Space

Since luxury cosmetic rigid boxes arrive pre-assembled in their final form, they require ample storage space. Companies that use these boxes may want to consider working with a packaging company that offers managed inventory services to keep an agreed-upon level of stock and ship on a just-in-time basis or as needed. Additionally, businesses can survey their warehouse for any unused space to accommodate the storage of these boxes.

KAVA Custom Packaging

We have more than 28 years experience in the custom packaging industry. From folding boxed to rigid boxes, we have a wide range of packaging options. We believe in a personalized approach and ensure that you get the best deal of it by offering competitive rates, excellent quality, minimum ordering options, and good customer service. If you would like to know more, please contact us.