Custom Candle Boxes
Tuck, window, rigid and tube candle boxes with inserts that keep glass safe in transit.
- Inserts that protect glass jars
- Tuck, window, rigid and tube styles
- Room for scent notes and safety labels
In short
Custom candle boxes are printed boxes for jar, tin and pillar candles, with inserts that keep glass from breaking in transit and space for scent notes and safety labels. Box Sense makes them from 10 boxes, with production in 8–12 business days after proof approval. Shipping is free to any address in the USA.
About our candle boxes
A candle box has two jobs that pull in different directions: it has to sell the scent on a shelf or in an unboxing video, and it has to stop a heavy glass jar from cracking in the mail. We make candle boxes for small-batch makers and established home fragrance brands, sized to your jar and finished to match the feel of your scent.
Every box is made to your vessel's dimensions, with an insert where the candle ships, and printed with your brand. Orders start at 10 boxes, so each new scent or seasonal collection can have its own box.
Candle box styles
Choosing the board
| Board | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SBS paperboard, 18 to 24 pt | Retail candle cartons | Crisp print for scent names and notes |
| Kraft paperboard | Natural soy and handmade candles | Organic look |
| E-flute corrugated | Candles that ship by courier | Cushions heavy glass jars |
| Rigid greyboard | Luxury candles and gift sets | A box customers keep |
What affects the price of candle boxes
Every box is made to order, so each order is quoted individually. These are the things that move the price most, in order:
- Box style. Rigid and tube boxes cost more than tuck cartons and sleeves because they use more board and hand assembly.
- Inserts. A die-cut insert that holds the jar adds material, but is far cheaper than replacing broken candles.
- Board. Corrugated or heavier board for large, heavy jars costs more than standard paperboard.
- Finishes. Foil, embossing and soft-touch lamination each add to the unit price.
- Quantity per scent. One design across all scents (with a sticker or printed scent panel) is cheaper than a separate box for each.
Send your size, quantity and artwork through the quick quote form for a firm price within 24 hours.
Protecting glass in transit
Most broken candles break because the jar moves inside the box. A die-cut insert or a snug inner divider that holds the vessel by its sides and base solves most of it. For candles that ship by courier, corrugated board adds cushioning. Send us your jar dimensions and weight and we size the box and insert around them.
Room for scent and safety information
- Scent name and notes on the front panel
- Burn time, wax type and net weight
- Fire safety warnings; ASTM F2058 is the common US labeling standard for candles
- A blank scent panel or label area so one box design can cover many scents
How ordering works
- Send your specs. Product size, quantity and artwork (or just a logo). A packaging specialist replies with a firm quote within 24 hours.
- Approve the proof. We send a dieline and a 3D proof so you can see the box before it is made.
- Production. 8–12 business days in our own facility, or 5 days on rush.
- Delivery. Boxes ship flat to you anywhere in the USA, free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
Can you make candle boxes that protect glass jars?+
Yes. We size the box to your jar and add a die-cut insert that holds it in place, with corrugated board for candles that ship by courier.
Can one box design work for all my scents?+
Yes. A shared design with a printed or labeled scent panel keeps the cost per box down while each scent stays identifiable.
What is the minimum order for candle boxes?+
10 boxes, so you can launch a new scent or a seasonal collection without overbuying.
Do you make luxury candle boxes?+
Yes. Rigid lift-off and magnetic candle boxes with foil and soft-touch finishes are popular for premium candles and gift sets.
Related products
Kraft Mailer Boxes
PopularCustom Cardboard Boxes
Custom Product Boxes
PopularCustom Kraft Boxes
Let's build your candle boxes.
Tell us what you are packing. You will have a quote, a free dieline and a sample plan within 24 hours.