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Small Tuck Top Mailer Boxes use an integrated lid to close a compact folding carton around your product. The right dimensions depend on the complete packed contents, including any wrap, insert or leaflet. Share those measurements and how you plan to use the box so its size, board and delivery requirements can be discussed for your quote.
Specification confirmed with your quote.
Specification confirmed with your quote.
Specification confirmed with your quote.
Specification confirmed with your quote.
A small tuck top mailer box can provide a compact format for a product, sample or small set. Its integrated lid folds over the opening and tucks into the carton. The name describes the construction and intended presentation, but it does not establish a standard size or guarantee that a box will suit a particular delivery service. The dimensions, board and packed contents all need to be confirmed for the order.
Start by measuring the item that will actually be packed. Include a cap, closure, protective wrap, insert or printed leaflet if any of these will be inside the box. Measure the product at its widest points, then describe how it should sit in the carton. If it is a set, list every component and its dimensions. This gives us a clearer basis for discussing internal clearance and the final carton size.
A compact box can leave less room for packing tolerance, so explain how the product will be inserted and removed. If an insert is required, include its intended layout and material in the brief. The insert changes the usable internal space and should be considered together with the carton rather than added after the box dimensions are agreed.
The exterior panels can be planned for a logo, colour block, product details or other artwork. On a small format, consider which information is essential and whether the type will remain readable at the final print size. Ask about available print coverage, finishes and any inside printing, then check the artwork proof for panel orientation and legibility.
If the box will be shipped, describe the full delivery context. A small format alone does not indicate how well a carton will protect the contents in transit. Explain whether it will be placed inside another parcel, what protective packaging will be used and how it will be handled. Ask us to confirm whether the proposed board and construction suit the intended use; do not assume a tuck top mailer is tested for every postal or courier route.
Small cartons may be used across several products, but product size and packed contents can vary. If you want a shared appearance for a range, list the different products and confirm whether one box specification can accommodate them. For measuring guidance, read How to Measure Your Product for Custom Tuck Boxes. For artwork file preparation, see Preparing Print-Ready Artwork for Your Packaging.
Box style
Tuck top mailer
Sizes
Boxes are made to your product’s dimensions, so share the length, width and depth with your quote request.
Material / board
Several board options are available, and we will recommend a suitable board and thickness for your product.
Board thickness
Several board options are available, and we will recommend a suitable board and thickness for your product.
Printing
Full-colour (CMYK) printing is available, and we can confirm inside printing and panel coverage for your design.
Finishes / coatings
Finishing options include matt finish, foiling, spot UV, embossing and debossing, depending on the board and design.
Add-ons
Inserts or protective components: available on request, depending on your product and box style
Minimum order
Minimum order quantity is 50 boxes.
Turnaround
Typical turnaround is 12 to 15 working days, with delivery across the UK.
Proof
Send your artwork or a reference with your quote request, and we will confirm the artwork, dieline and approval steps for your order.
Final specifications are confirmed with your quote and artwork proof.
The box can be specified around small products or sets. Provide measurements for the complete packed item rather than relying on a general “small” label.
The lid is part of the carton construction. Consider how the contents fit below it and whether an insert affects closure.
Prioritise essential brand and product information on available panels. Check the final-size artwork proof for readability.
A compact box may be considered for a sample or grouped products, subject to layout and dimensions. List all components in your brief.
Provide route and packing details if the box will be shipped. Confirm any protective requirements with us.
Small Tuck Top Mailer Boxes use an integrated lid that folds over and tucks into the carton. Their size should be based on the packed item and any internal components. The mailer format does not by itself guarantee postal suitability, so discuss the delivery route and protective packaging. Browse Tuck Top Mailer Boxes or read How to Measure Your Product for Custom Tuck Boxes.
A compact box may hold a product sample and a small information card. Include both items in the measurements and confirm how they should sit.
Accessories can vary in shape and fragility. Describe the item and any protective wrap or insert needed before specifying the carton.
A smaller box can be considered for an individual item included in a larger order. Confirm how it fits with the rest of the packed products.
If the carton will travel to customers, explain the full packing and delivery context and confirm the proposed specification for that use.
Provide product measurements, packed contents, quantity and delivery use.
Send your artwork or a reference with your quote request, and we will confirm the artwork, dieline and approval steps for your order.
Typical turnaround is 12 to 15 working days, with delivery across the UK.
Typical turnaround is 12 to 15 working days, with delivery across the UK.
Tell us what will go inside the box, its complete dimensions and quantity. Include any insert, wrap, leaflet or artwork requirements, and explain whether the carton will be shipped by itself or inside another parcel. We’ll use those details to discuss a suitable specification.
“Small” is a product description, not a standard internal measurement. The available size and custom sizing process must be confirmed. Provide the packed product’s dimensions and ask for the proposed internal measurements.
Share your product details and request a quote for packaging made to your specification.
