How Much Does Packaging Cost?

Custom packaging costs range from $0.50 to $3.00 per unit depending upon factors such as size, quantity, and material. Custom packaging is in high demand as businesses grow. 

They know the benefits of packaging in custom boxes and bags to enhance branding. For custom printed packaging, the cost varies based on design complexity and printing methods.

In this guide, you will get the exact packaging cost based on material, size, and style and which factors affect the custom packaging cost.

Factors that affect custom packaging cost 

We have some factors that influence the cost of personalized packaging. There are two factors that influence the price of custom boxes and bags. Let’s discuss the internal and external factors.

Custom packaging cost on the basis of size 

The prices of custom packaging depend upon size. Mylar bags are made from kraft, PLA, and other materials. The packaging costs according to custom boxes are as follows.

Custom Boxes sizes 

• Size of Small box (5x5x5.75 inches): $0.50 – $0.65 per box
• Size of Medium box (6x4x1.5 inches): $0.40 – $0.55 per box
• Large packaging cost box(16.5x12x5 inches): $2.00 – $2.70 per box

Custom size Bags

• Small (8×11+2 inches): $0.40 – $0.55 per bag
• Medium (10×12+2 inches): $0.45 – $0.60 per bag
• Large (14×19+2 inches): $0.55 – $0.75 per bag

Custom packaging cost on the basis of styles

Many people would like to know how much does the cost of packaging is? The prices of custom packaging on the basis of style are as follows:

Custom Boxes

• Mailer boxes: $1.50 – $5 per box
• Display boxes: $2 – $10 per box
• Tuck Top Boxes: $2 – $8 per box

Custom Bags

• Zipper Bags: $0.50 – $3 per bag
• Child Resistant Bags: $1 – $5 per bag
• Gusset Bags: $0.75 – $4 per bag

Custom packaging cost on the basis of  material

Custom boxes use different materials such as cardboard, rigid, and kraft paper. We have different prices based on the material, which are given below:

Custom Boxes

• Cardboard boxes: $0.50 – $2 per box
• Kraft boxes: $0.50 – $2 per box
• Corrugated boxes: $2 – $3 per box
• Rigid Set-Up Boxes: $4 – $5 per box

Custom Bags

• Paper Bags: $0.50 – $2 per bag
• Kraft Paper Bags: $0.50 – $2 per bag
• Reusable Bags: $1 – $3 per bag

How order quantities affect the Packaging cost per unit 

These are the few points that affect the packaging cost per unit, which are as follows:

• As the quantity increases, the cost per unit also increases. If you purchase something in bulk, the price is reduced.
• If you purchase products in bulk, you will receive a discount based on the quantity. The more you order, the lower the price will be get.
• The more the order quantity, the less the total inventory cost. This includes setup cost and holding cost.

External factors that are influencing the packaging cost

We have three major external factors that help determine the price of custom packaging. Let’s discuss them.

Custom Packaging With Add-Ons

Custom boxes 

Cardboard boxes cost $0.56–$0.96 per unit and have a volume of over 100. Corrugated boxes cost $2.30–$4.40 per unit and have a volume of over 1000. Rigid boxes cost $4.00–$7.00 per unit and have a volume of over 1000.

Add-ons for Custom Boxes:

• Die cuts = $0.10 to $0.50
• Windows = $0.15 to $0.75
• Foil stamping =  $0.20 to $1.00
• Embossing = $0.15 to $0.75
• Custom Coatings = $0.10 – $0.50 per unit

Custom Bags:

• Mylar bags: $0.25 – $1.00 per unit (for volumes over 1,000)

Add-ons for Custom Bags:

• Die Cuts: $0.05 – $0.25 per unit, depending on complexity
• Handles: $0.10 – $0.50 per unit, depending on material
• Foil Stamping: $0.15 – $0.75 per unit, depending on coverage
• Custom printing: $0.15 – $0.75 per unit, depending on number of colors