Custom Straight Tuck End Boxes
Both tuck flaps close on the same side for a clean front panel with no visible seams.
- Clean, seamless front panel
- 14 to 24 pt paperboard
- Windows, hang tabs and inserts
In short
Straight tuck end boxes are folding cartons whose top and bottom flaps both tuck from front to back, leaving the front panel clean with no raw edges showing. 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 straight tuck end boxes
The straight tuck end (STE) is the carton to choose when the front panel is the star. Because both closures fold away to the back, the face of the box stays uninterrupted, which is why cosmetics, premium foods and electronics accessories use it.
We make STE boxes to your product's exact size, on white, kraft or specialty board, with windows, inserts and finishes as needed. Orders start at 10 boxes.
Straight tuck options
Choosing the board
| Board | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SBS paperboard, 14 to 24 pt | Most retail cartons | Bright white for sharp print |
| Kraft paperboard | Natural and eco brands | Brown fiber look; dark inks or white ink |
| Metallic or holographic board | Cosmetics and premium retail | Shine across the whole carton |
What affects the price of straight tuck end boxes
Every box is made to order, so each order is quoted individually. These are the things that move the price most, in order:
- Compared with reverse tuck. STE boxes use slightly more board per sheet than reverse tuck boxes, so they cost a little more.
- Board. Thicker board for heavier products adds cost.
- Finishes and windows. Lamination, foil and windows each add a step.
- Quantity. The unit price falls steeply as quantity rises.
Send your size, quantity and artwork through the quick quote form for a firm price within 24 hours.
Straight tuck or reverse tuck?
On a straight tuck box both flaps tuck toward the back, so the front has no visible cut edges; it looks more premium and costs slightly more. On a reverse tuck box the flaps tuck in opposite directions, which nests more efficiently on the print sheet and costs less. Choose STE when presentation matters most.
Good to know
- Slit locks or friction locks keep the flaps closed
- Best for light to medium products, typically under about a pound
- Ships flat and folds by hand or machine
- Add an auto-lock bottom if the product is heavy
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
What is a straight tuck end box?+
A folding carton where the top and bottom flaps both tuck from the front toward the back, leaving a clean front panel.
Is straight tuck more expensive than reverse tuck?+
Slightly, because it uses the print sheet less efficiently. The difference is small at volume.
Can it hold heavy products?+
For heavier items we recommend an auto-lock bottom or thicker board.
What is the minimum order?+
10 boxes.
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Let's build your straight tuck end boxes.
Tell us what you are packing. You will have a quote, a free dieline and a sample plan within 24 hours.