Simplified Samples
Simplified Samples offer a straightforward, cost-effective way to test your packaging design. They come without any complex features or finishes, allowing for a clear assessment of size and fit. Perfect for verifying your product’s compatibility with its packaging before full-scale production.
What's Included
Included in a Simplified Sample:
- Custom size
- Custom material
- Custom print in Black only
- Textures
- Pantone or white ink or CMYK
- Finishes (e.g. matte, glossy)
- Add-ons (e.g. embossing, debossing, spot UV, foil stamping)
Key Points to be noted:
- Simplified Samples, made using sampling machines, may not have the sharp print quality of our primary production. They might be more challenging to fold and show minor paper imperfections like creases or tears.
- The appearance of Black tone printing can differ between print batches due to variations in equipment, paper, and applied finishes or coatings.
- For precise color needs, opt for Pantone over CMYK, or provide us with a physical item (like an existing box) for color reference. For Pantone or specific color matches, request a Press Proof or Pre-production Sample.
Deliverables
What You’ll Get With every structural sample order, you’ll receive:
- 1 dieline* of the Simplified Sample
- 1 Simplified Sample delivered to your address
*Note: die-lines for inserts are only provided as part of ourstructural design service.
Process & Timeline
Generally, structural samples take 3-5 days to complete and 7-10 days to ship.
1. Specify requirements
Choose the packaging type and define the specs (e.g. size, material).
2. Place order
Place your sample order and make payment in full.
3. Create dieline (2-3 days)
We'll create the dieline for you to add your artwork to.
4. Send artwork
Add your artwork to the dieline and send it back to us for approval.
5. Create sample (4-5 days)
The sample will be printed based on the artwork file you've sent over.
6. Ship sample (7-10 days)
We'll send photos and mail the physical sample to your specified address.
Cost
Structural samples are available for all packaging types.
Cost per Sample
Packaging Type
USD 90+
Packaging sleeves, tissue paper, hang tags, printouts.
USD 159+
Mailer boxes, folding carton boxes, stickers, custom box inserts*, custom box dividers, foldable tray and sleeve boxes, paper bags, cardboard tubes, custom cake boxes, pillow boxes.
*Note: If you supply us with a die-line for the insert, Simplified Samples of Custom Box Inserts are available. If you don’t have a die-line for your insert, we can create it for you as part of our structural design service.
Reimbursement Policy
Place an order for 600 or more units, and your Simplified Sample costs are entirely refundable. When multiple samples for a single product qualify, we’ll refund the most expensive one.
Changes & Modifications
Ensure the specifics of your Simplified Sample are correct before ordering. Once crafted, modifications to the project, especially the artwork, may attract added charges.
Type of Change
Examples
Minor Adjustments (free of extra charges)
- The box lid is stiff, making it hard to open.
- The box doesn't secure properly.
- In the case of inserts, the product either fits too snugly or too loosely.
Major Alterations (extra sample fees apply)
- Switching the packaging style.
- Modifying the size.
- Altering the material.
- Updating the artwork.
Get Started
Continue to Custom Pack boxto customize your packaging, get quotes, and place your order for a sample.
