A tissue box is a carton that holds a folded tissue stack and presents an opening for dispensing. Custom tissue boxes have to fit the tissue product, support the opening, sit in the intended storage position, and leave enough printable surface for the brand message. CPL's catalog describes travel packs, standard rectangular formats, and larger family formats. The final size should come from the actual tissue product, not a generic label.
Start with the stack. Sheet size, fold pattern, fill level, opening shape, and refill method all affect the outer box. A box that fits the first few tissues may become difficult to use when the stack settles or the opening does not line up with the fold. Confirm those details before artwork is locked.
How do I choose among tissue box sizes?
Choose a tissue box size from the tissue stack, dispensing opening, storage position, and the amount of product the package must hold.
| Catalog direction | Useful when | Check before proof |
|---|---|---|
| Travel pack | The package needs a compact carrying format | The tissue stack opens cleanly and fits the carrying position |
| Standard rectangular format | The box sits on a shelf, counter, or tabletop | The top opening and visible panels face the intended direction |
| Larger family format | The package holds more of the intended tissue quantity | The structure stays stable around the larger stack and opening |
Tissue box sizes refer to more than length and width. Height, fold pattern, fill level, and the opening can change the way the box dispenses. Send the actual tissue dimensions or a measured product description, then review the loaded structure in the proof.
Which material works for a custom tissue box?
Use cardboard for a printed structure, Kraft paper for a natural paper appearance, or rigid stock for a firmer feel.
Cardboard supports a printed retail presentation and folds into the required carton shape. Kraft paper changes the surface character and can make the package read as a paper-first product. Rigid stock gives the box more body, which can suit a package that stays in one place. The material choice should follow handling, storage, opening design, and the intended visual direction.
Which finish fits a printed tissue box?
Matte, gloss, soft-touch coating, embossing, and foil stamping each change the way a printed tissue box looks and feels.
| Finish | Surface behavior | Proof check |
|---|---|---|
| Matte | Reduces surface reflection | Small type and the opening remain easy to read |
| Gloss | Increases reflection and color brightness | Important panels stay readable under direct light |
| Soft-touch coating | Changes the hand feel | The surface suits the way the box will be handled |
| Embossing | Raises selected artwork or detail | The raised area lands on the intended panel |
| Foil stamping | Adds a metallic accent | The foil has enough contrast with the base artwork |
Keep the dispensing area in the finish discussion. A strong surface treatment should not make the opening harder to find or the top harder to handle.
How does the dispensing opening affect tissue box packaging?
The dispensing opening has to match the tissue fold, stack position, and way the user reaches for the next sheet.
A die-cut opening creates a defined access point. A perforated top can create a tear-away access panel. Either approach needs enough clear space around the opening for the user to understand where to pull. If the package is refillable, show how the user reaches the interior and whether the box keeps its shape after refilling.
Which printed tissue box details belong in the proof?
The tissue box proof should show the product format, stack or fill description, opening, storage position, panel priorities, material, and finish direction.
- Actual tissue sheet or stack information.
- Opening shape and placement.
- Visible branding panels and reading order.
- Material and finish direction.
- Refill or access instructions, if the package uses them.
Check bleed at the cut edge and keep type away from scores, folds, and the dispensing opening. RGB artwork can shift when converted for press, and low-resolution logos will remain soft in print. The digital proof is where those issues belong.
Which CPL product page should I use for a branded tissue box?
Start with the custom tissue boxes product page for the tissue-specific brief, then use other product references only for a particular comparison.
The shoe box packaging page can help compare printed panel planning across another retail carton. The embossed tin box page is a reference for tactile branding and raised detail. If the tissue product needs internal organization, review custom foam box inserts as a separate interior option.
What are the order terms for custom tissue boxes?
Custom tissue boxes have a 100-unit MOQ, pricing from $0.49 per unit at volume, quoted to spec, and production typically 8 to 10 business days after proof approval, plus delivery.
Free design support and free US shipping are available. Order the $19.99 sample kit to compare board and surface direction before approving a proof. For a broader branded packaging project, use custom packaging for small business. The sample kit is credited toward the first order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right tissue box size?
Choose the tissue box size from the actual sheet or stack, fold pattern, dispensing opening, fill level, and storage position. Travel packs, standard rectangular formats, and larger family formats solve different use cases. Confirm the final dimensions from the tissue product and review the loaded opening in the digital proof.
What materials are available for custom tissue boxes?
Custom tissue box material directions include cardboard, Kraft paper, and rigid stock. Cardboard supports printed structure, Kraft creates a natural paper appearance, and rigid stock gives the package a firmer feel. The right direction depends on handling, storage, opening design, and the visual character required for the printed tissue box.
Can tissue boxes be printed inside and outside?
Tissue box artwork can be planned across the package surfaces, but the exact coverage should be confirmed during design and proof review. Identify which panels carry the logo, product information, pattern, or interior message. The proof should also show how the opening and printed panels align when the box is assembled.
Which finishes can be used on a branded tissue box?
Branded tissue box finishes can include matte, gloss, soft-touch coating, embossing, and foil stamping. Matte reduces reflection, gloss increases surface reflection, soft-touch changes hand feel, embossing raises selected detail, and foil adds a metallic accent. Review the finish with the artwork and dispensing opening before approval.
What is the MOQ for custom tissue boxes?
Custom tissue boxes have a 100-unit MOQ. Pricing is from $0.49 per unit at volume, quoted to spec. Production is typically 8 to 10 business days after proof approval, plus delivery. Free design support and free US shipping are available, and the $19.99 sample kit is credited toward the first order.
