At a glance, custom tea boxes should help shoppers distinguish tea type, origin, flavor, caffeine level, count, and steeping instructions. The carton also keeps the retail pack organized and protects printed panels from routine scuffing and corner wear, while the sealed inner packaging handles aroma, moisture, light, and direct food contact.
Custom Tea Boxes
Custom printed tea boxes for tea bags, pyramid sachets, loose-leaf pouches, matcha, herbal blends, and gift sets. Size the carton to your inner pack, preview it in 3D, get instant pricing, and order from 100 units
From 100 Units
Sustainable Options
Instant Quotes
3D Design Preview
Organize Varieties, Guide the Brew
For wrapped tea bags, sealed sachets, or loose-leaf tea already packed in a sealed inner pouch, a folding carton provides the printable outer retail structure without replacing the primary barrier. With Dylign, you can configure a custom size, review artwork in 3D, see the landed unit price, and order a production sample while count, envelope thickness, tags or strings, pouch seams, board, finish, closure behavior, and filled appearance are confirmed during setup.
Tea box Moments
Wrapped tea bags
Keep envelope counts orderly and brewing directions easy to scan
Pyramid sachets
Fit taller sachets without crowding tags or strings
Loose-leaf pouches
Frame sealed inner pouches with premium outer presentation
Matcha packets
Organize sealed portions while clarifying preparation and origin
Variety samplers
Separate flavor families through a clear retail hierarchy
Herbal blends
Show ingredients and botanical stories without visual overload
Material Options
Material Guide
White (SBS)
18 pt SBS
A high-grade, bright-white paperboard made from bleached virgin fiber, delivering crisp, vivid print quality and reliable structure for everyday packaging. Ideal for retail goods, cosmetics, and lightweight items needing a clean, polished look.
Kraft
18 pt Kraft
Uncoated, plastic-free kraft board with a naturally soft, earthy look. Ideal for eco-friendly brands going for an authentic, raw vibe.
Finish Guide
Gloss Lamination
Gloss plastic film lamination that enhances color vibrancy and adds a smooth, high-shine protective layer.
Matte Lamination
Matte plastic film lamination with a smooth, non-reflective finish. Reduces glare while adding surface protection and a clean, refined look.
Soft Touch Lamination
Soft-touch plastic film lamination with a velvety, ultra-matte texture. Adds a premium tactile feel and elevated finish.
Which Material Is Right for You
Not sure where to start? Think about what matters most: print quality, durability, or recyclability. The table compares your three options.
Best for:Premium retailVivid artworkMaximum durability
Board options:Standard (18 pt SBS)Premium (20 pt SBS)
Surface treatment:Plastic film lamination
Finishes:Matte / Gloss / Soft Touch
Color:WhiteFull-color printing
Durability:★★★★
Moisture resistance:★★★★
Scuff resistance:★★★★
Recyclability:Check locally
Structure:SBS paperboard + plastic film
White · Classic
White · Recyclable
Kraft
Best for
Premium retailVivid artworkMaximum durability
Premium retail
Vivid artwork
Maximum durabilityEco-forward brandsEasy recyclabilityEveryday use
Eco-forward brands
Easy recyclability
Everyday useNatural brandsOrganic productsRaw, natural look
Natural brands
Organic products
Raw, natural lookBoard options
Standard (18 pt SBS)
Premium (20 pt SBS)
Standard (18 pt SBS)
Premium (20 pt SBS)
Standard (18 pt Kraft)
Premium (20 pt Kraft)
Surface treatment
Plastic film lamination
Varnish, no plastic film
Uncoated, no plastic film
Finishes
Matte / Gloss / Soft Touch
Matte Varnish / Gloss Varnish
Natural Matte
Color
WhiteFull-color printing
Full-color printingWhiteFull-color printing
Natural Kraft
Durability
Moisture resistance
Scuff resistance
Recyclability
Check locally
Widely Recyclable
Widely RecyclableWidely Recyclable
Structure
SBS paperboard + plastic film
SBS paperboard + varnish
Natural kraft paperboard
Recyclability follows How2Recycle and FTC Green Guides: uncoated and varnished board is widely recyclable when clean and dry, while plastic-film-laminated board carries a Check Locally label. Foil, metallization, soft-touch lamination, plastic windows, and heavy specialty coatings can reduce or complicate paper recycling.
Choose your board by tea positioning
Premium origin lines
Premium origin ranges gain vivid color, smooth hand feel, and stronger scuff resistance from film, but recycling access needs to be checked locally.
Use White · Classic
Durability:★★★★
Structure:SBS 18pt + Plastic film
Everyday tea bags
Everyday tea-bag ranges get clean white print and a widely recyclable route, with less film-like scuff and light-moisture resistance.
Use White · Recyclable
Durability:★★★
Structure:SBS 18pt + Varnish
Natural herbal blends
Natural herbal blends gain warm paper texture and a widely recyclable board, but dense ingredient and steeping copy needs stronger contrast.
Use Kraft
Durability:★★★
Structure:Kraft board + Varnish
Finishing Effects
Premium surface treatments to make your design stand out, all in our 3D Design Tool.
Window
Spot UV
Hot Foil
Emboss
Metallic Effect
How It Works
Design in 3D
Customize your packaging and see your design come to life.
See Your Landed Cost
View your total landed cost instantly, with no hidden fees.
Approve Every Detail
Review and approve your digital proof before production.
Order a Sample
Check your packaging in person before full production.
Place Your Order
Confirm your order and let us handle production and delivery.
Our Commitment
24h Review
Once your design is ready in our 3D tool or uploaded, you get confirmation within 24 hours.
7d Sample
Your production-press sample is made in 7 business days and rushed to your door.
12d Production
Once approved, your bulk order is produced in 12 business days, then ships at the speed you choose.
From Proof to Box in 15 Days
Not ready to commit to a bulk run yet? Before tooling, volume pricing, and a full production schedule, one sample lets you confirm print, structure, and how the product actually sits inside.
DAY 1–7
Sample production
Your approved proof moves into production.
DAY 8
QC & Sample photography
10 photos delivered around Day 10, ready for listings, ads, and AI mockups.
DAY 9–15
Express delivery
Your sample arrives by express courier.
Got questions? We've got answers.
Can I size custom tea boxes for my tea bags, sachets, or pouch?
Yes. Size the carton around the actual primary pack rather than tea count alone. Share the sachet or pouch dimensions, quantity, arrangement, tags or strings, and shelf orientation so the finished box fits the complete pack-out.
Does a tea box keep loose-leaf tea fresh?
The Folding Carton is secondary packaging, while freshness protection should come from a sealed inner pouch or individually wrapped sachets. Use the carton for structure, branding, and retail presentation while the inner pack protects against air, moisture, light, and odors.
What information should I print on a custom tea box?
Plan space for the tea name and type, origin, flavor, net weight or sachet count, ingredients, brewing time and temperature, barcode, and other required product information. Keep the front panel clear so shoppers can compare varieties quickly.
Can I use the same box size for different tea varieties?
Often, yes — if the primary pack dimensions, arrangement, and count stay the same. Different artwork can distinguish blends or flavors, but changes in sachet count, pouch size, or pack-out should be checked for fit before production.
Can I test my tea box before placing a larger order?
Yes. Order a production sample to check dimensions, board feel, print, finish, closure, inner-pack fit, and filled appearance before moving to a larger run.
What is the minimum order for custom tea boxes?
Orders start from 100 units per specification. A specification combines the selected size, material, and artwork, so different box sizes or designs may each have their own minimum.
One sample can save you thousands
SAMPLE COST
$70
PRODUCTION ERROR
$7,000
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