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What Is Semi-Custom E-commerce Packaging?

What Is Semi-Custom E-commerce Packaging?

by Dennis Salazar | Apr 14, 2026 | Subscription Boxes, Ecommerce Packaging, DTC Boxes

Creating new direct to consumer packaging can be unexpectedly challenging as well as expensive. In many cases, a cutting die for the shipper box is necessary to be able to produce the exact size required. If a custom designed insert is desired, a separate, custom...
The High Cost of Packaging Cutting Dies

The High Cost of Packaging Cutting Dies

by Dennis Salazar | Mar 25, 2025 | Packaging Solutions, Packaging Design, Information Center

We have noticed this trend building over the last two years, but it has reached a point of being extreme. The cost of cutting dies is determined by the size of the box and the number out configuration. Unfortunately, several recent cutting die orders have cost nearly...
Our Semi-Custom Solution for E-Commerce DTC Boxes 

Our Semi-Custom Solution for E-Commerce DTC Boxes 

by Dennis Salazar | May 7, 2021 | Information Center

Semi custom e-commerce DTC boxes an ideal packaging solution Almost a decade ago at the beginning surge of businesses getting into e-commerce and custom printed boxes, we introduced the term, “semi-custom” branded boxes. Even back then, we recognized that the cost of...

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  • Products
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    • Custom Retail Packaging
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      • Rigid Boxes
    • Custom Mailer Envelopes
      • Unpadded Paper Envelopes
      • Padded Paper Envelopes
      • Custom Rigid Mailers
    • Custom Internal Packaging
      • Die Cut Inserts
      • Cardboard Packaging Dividers and Partitions
      • Interior & Protective Packaging
  • Services
    • Intentional Sustainable Design
    • Structural and Graphic Design
    • Cost Reduction Consultation
    • Ship and Drop Testing
    • Production Overview and QC
  • Industries
    • Candy/Snacks/Food
    • Glass Bottled Sauces and Seasonings
    • Subscription Boxes
    • Gifts/Premiums/Awards
    • Coffee and Tea
    • Beverages and Liquor
    • Toys and Games
    • Crafts and Hobbies
    • Personal Care
    • Apparel and Footwear
    • Baby Gifts and Formula
    • Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals
    • Health and Beauty
    • Pet Products
    • Cookware and Kitchen Products
  • Gallery
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