Structural Samples
Structural samples are plain, unprinted prototypes of your packaging. They are the best choice when you want to assess the dimensions and structure of your packaging to make sure it’s a perfect fit for your products.
What's Included
Here’s what’s included in our structural sample service:
- Customized size
- Tailored material
- Paper Textures
- Printing
- Finishes (e.g. matte, glossy)
- Add-ons (e.g. embossing, debossing, spot UV, foil stamping)
*Note: Our structure samples are made on production machinery and the sizes and structure are precisely what you’ll receive.
Deliverables
What You Get With every structural sample, you’ll receive:
- 1 die-line* of the structural sample
- 1-5 structural samples sent directly to your address
*Note: die-lines for inserts are also available with an additional cost.
Process & Timeline
Generally, structural samples take 3-5 days to complete and 7-10 days to ship.
Specify requirements
Choose the packaging type and define the specs (e.g. size, material).
Place order
Place your sample order and make payment in full.
Create sample (3-5 days)
The sample will be created based on the agreed upon specifications.
Ship sample (7-10 days)
We'll mail the physical sample to your specified address
Cost
Structural samples are available for all packaging types.
Cost per Sample
Packaging Type
USD 50
Packaging sleeves, tissue paper, hang tags, printouts.
USD 80+
Mailer boxes, folding carton boxes, stickers, custom box inserts*, foldable tray and sleeve boxes, paper bags, custom cake boxes, pillow boxes, shipping boxes etc
USD 99+
Rigid boxes, magnetic rigid boxes, shoe boxes
*Note: For box inserts, you need a die-line, if you don’t have one refer to support on live chat.
Reimbursement Policy
Order 500 or more pieces, and your Structural Sample cost is fully refunded. For multiple eligible samples per product, we’ll refund the costliest one. However, if you are a startup business ask support for a favour.
Revisions & Redesigns
Please make sure the details of your sample are correct before ordering a structural sample. Once crafted, changes to the project may incur added fees.
Change Category
Examples
Minor Adjustments (no extra charges)
- The box lid is stiff and hard to open.
- The box doesn't seal correctly.
- For inserts, the product fits too snugly or too loosely.
Major Alterations (extra sample fees apply)
- Switching the packaging style.
- Modifying the size.
- Changing the material
Get Started
Continue to Custom Pack Box to customize your packaging, get quotes, and place your order for a sample. Order a sample over live chat.