Plain Cardboard Boxes

Plain cardboard boxes are unprinted, economical boxes for shipping, storage, moving, and fulfillment - sized to your product and cut from natural kraft or corrugated board with no branding. They are the no-frills workhorse for any business that ships or stores at volume and cares about cost and steady supply. Packaging Vista makes plain cardboard boxes in any size with no die, plate, or setup fees, a 100-box minimum, free design and dieline, an 8 to 10 business-day turnaround, and free US shipping. Want them printed with your logo? See our custom cardboard boxes.

What are plain cardboard boxes?

Plain cardboard boxes are blank, unprinted boxes made from paperboard or corrugated board, used for shipping, storage, moving, and kitting where branding is not needed. They cost less than printed boxes because they skip the print and proofing stage, and they ship flat to keep freight low. "Cardboard" covers two materials - thin paperboard for light boxes and fluted corrugated for sturdy shipping boxes - and we make both plain. New to them? Read our plain cardboard boxes guide on sizes, uses, and buying in bulk.

Plain does not mean off-the-shelf

Even unprinted, a plain cardboard box should fit what you ship. We cut plain boxes to your exact dimensions in the style you need - regular slotted shippers, mailers, and tuck cartons - so you get a box sized to your product instead of forcing it into a stock size that wastes space and void fill. Because there are no die or setup fees, a custom plain size costs nothing extra in tooling.

Single-wall or double-wall

We match the board to your contents - single-wall corrugated for everyday retail and ecommerce, double-wall for heavier or fragile goods that need more crush resistance through the carrier network. Not sure which to pick? Our paperboard vs corrugated guide breaks it down, and our packaging materials page covers the stocks.

When you are ready to brand them

The same box can be printed when you want branding. Print your logo and full-color design with custom cardboard boxes, or step up to branded mailer boxes and corrugated shipping boxes. Plain now, branded later - your dieline stays on file either way.

Pricing, minimums, and turnaround

Plain cardboard boxes are among the most economical we make - kraft and corrugated ship flat and skip the print proof, so they often move even faster than printed runs. There are no die, plate, or setup fees, the minimum is 100 boxes, and standard production runs 8 to 10 business days after proof approval, with rush available. Every order includes a free dieline and free US shipping. Request a free quote with your size and quantity for exact pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are plain cardboard boxes used for?

Shipping, storage, moving, fulfillment, and kitting - anywhere you need a sturdy, economical box without branding. They are the standard for ecommerce shippers, warehouses, and movers.

Can I get plain cardboard boxes in a custom size?

Yes. We cut plain, unprinted boxes to your exact dimensions with no die or setup fees, so a custom size costs nothing extra in tooling - you get a box sized to your product instead of a stock size that wastes space.

What is the difference between plain cardboard and corrugated?

"Cardboard" is a general term. Thin paperboard suits light boxes; corrugated has a fluted middle layer for shipping strength. We make plain boxes in both and recommend the right one for your use.

Are plain cardboard boxes recyclable?

Yes. Plain kraft and corrugated board are curbside recyclable and available with recycled content, so a plain box is also an easy sustainability choice.

What is the minimum order for plain cardboard boxes?

The minimum is just 100 boxes, with no die, plate, or setup fees, so you can order a custom plain size without committing to overseas-scale quantities.