Custom Roll End Tuck Front Boxes

From $1.45 / unit

500 units minimum · 7 days from approved proof

Custom roll end tuck front boxes are one-piece mailers with double-layer rolled walls and an attached lid that closes toward the front, where its tuck engages the front receiving panel. The front-facing closure gives a re-openable close and a clean front edge, and the box ships flat and folds into shape at packing.

Front tuck that locks into the front panel
Double-layer rolled perimeter walls
One-piece, flat-shipping blank
Inserts and inside print available

SKU PD-ROLLENDTUCKFRONTBOX

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Roll end tuck front box in lavender and cream, shown open with the front tuck flap lifted on a café table.

Product Details

Overview & Specifications

What Is a Roll End Tuck Front Box?

A roll end tuck front box, often shortened to RETF, is a one-piece folding mailer whose walls roll over into a double layer of board and whose attached lid closes toward the front, where its tuck flap engages the front panel. The engagement at the front is the defining feature: the lid is held by the front panel rather than only by friction inside the wall.

How the Front Tuck Locks

The format works through three linked features.

Rolled Front Panel

The front wall is formed from a double layer of board, giving the tuck a stiffer panel to engage.

Lid Tuck and Locking Tabs

The lid reaches the front edge of the box, where its tuck engages the receiving panel. Some dielines add small locking tabs and slots; tab shape, slot position and fit follow the approved dieline and board.

Receiving Front Edge

The closed front reads as one clean edge, with the tuck seated at the front rather than hidden at the top.

Anatomy of a Roll End Tuck Front Box

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Lid
Attached top panel; folds toward the front.
02
Front Tuck
Lid flap that engages the front panel.
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Locking Tabs
Optional tabs and slots, where the dieline includes them.
04
Rolled Walls
Layered, double-thickness walls.
05
Base
Floor that anchors the rolled walls.

Artwork note

The front edge is the first surface the hand touches, so it suits a logo, an "open here" cue or a short message. Keep fine detail clear of the tuck slots and roll lines.

Tuck Front vs Tuck Top

The two attached-lid formats look alike when closed; the difference is where the lid is held.

Attribute	Roll End Tuck Front	Roll End Tuck Top
Where the lid is held	Front tuck engages at the front-facing edge	Tuck-top interaction at the top
Closing feel	Positive seat at the front edge	Friction tuck at the top
Front edge	Clean edge with the tuck at the front	Rolled front wall below the lid
Packaging Dock variants	None listed	All 8 application mailers

Application guide

When Is a Roll End Tuck Front Box the Right Choice?

A roll end tuck front box suits DTC shipments, subscription and sample boxes, apparel and PR kits where the opening point should sit at the front edge and be part of the presentation. It opens and closes repeatedly, so it also works for boxes kept for storage.

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Repeatable
Repeatable Front Close
The front engagement creates a repeatable mechanical close when board and tuck geometry are properly matched.
02
Front
Front Edge as a Brand Surface
The closing action happens at the front, so the front edge and inside lid both become part of the reveal.
03
Same
Same One-Piece Efficiency
Like other roll-end mailers, it ships flat and folds into shape at the bench, with no separate lid.
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Alternative
When Another Format May Fit Better
For Packaging Dock's standard ecommerce mailer, the base of all its application mailers, choose the Roll End Tuck Top Box. For a removable lid, see Roll End Boxes with Lid, and for an interlocking multi-flap closure, the Roll End 3 Flap Lock Box.

Roll End Tuck Front Box Specifications

Custom roll end tuck front boxes are specified around front-tuck geometry, board and flute, inside dimensions, inserts, print coverage and packed weight, with the final lock-tab interaction defined on the approved Packaging Dock dieline for each size.

Specification	Available Configuration
Product Type	One-piece roll-end mailer with front tuck closure
Category	Mailer Boxes
Dimensions	Custom inside L × W × D, built around the product, insert and closure geometry
Core Construction	Single die-cut blank with double-layer rolled walls and an attached lid
Closure	Front tuck per approved dieline; tape or adhesive strip where shipping requires
Board	Corrugated (E-flute, B-flute or other flute by project), white SBS, kraft or recycled paperboard; metallic, holographic, pearlescent or textured cardstock
Board Thickness (quote form)	Paperboard (18–24 pt), E-flute corrugated, B-flute corrugated, or not sure, advise me
Inserts	Paperboard, corrugated, foam/EVA or molded pulp; thermoformed PET/PVC trays also offered for mailers
Print Coverage	Exterior only, exterior + interior lid, or full inside and outside
Print Methods	Offset, digital, UV, screen or flexographic printing; CMYK and Pantone spot colors
Coatings and Finishes	Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, aqueous coating, foil stamping, emboss/deboss, Spot UV and raised 3D UV
Starting Price	From $1.45 / unit; final price depends on size, board, print coverage, inserts, finishes and quantity
Minimum Order	500 units
Standard Production	7 days from approved proof
Rush Production	Available on request
Shipping	Ships flat, USA and worldwide

How Tuck Front Mailers Compare to Other Mailer Structures

All four share rolled walls; the comparison below covers what changes when the lock moves to the front.

Attribute	Roll End Tuck Front	Roll End Tuck Top	Roll End with Lid	Roll End 3 Flap Lock
Lid	Attached	Attached	Separate	Attached flaps
Lock point	Front-facing edge	Tuck-top interaction	Lid-over-base fit	Three interlocking flaps
Re-opening	Releases and re-seats	Releases and re-tucks	Lifts off and back on	Unlock sequence in reverse
Pieces	One	One	Two	One
Best fit	Front-locking presentation	Everyday ecommerce mailers	Shoebox-style reveal	Deliberate locked opening

What Size Roll End Tuck Front Box Do You Need?

Size from the inside out: measure the packed product or insert, add clearance, and quote the box by inside length × width × depth. The front tuck needs its own depth on the lid flap, so very shallow boxes are checked on the dieline to keep the lock engaged.

How Product Size Becomes Box Size

The figures below are planning references, not fixed manufacturing rules; final allowances depend on product shape, insert, board and flute.

Step	Typical Allowance
Product to inside dimensions	Add about 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4 in) to length and width, 2–5 mm to depth
Insert present	Inside dimensions follow the insert's outer size
Rolled walls	Outside length and width grow by about four board thicknesses
Lid and base	Outside depth grows by about two board thicknesses

Board and Flute Reference

Board	Typical Thickness	Typically Suited To
Paperboard, about 18–24 pt	About 0.45–0.6 mm	Light products or boxes inside an outer shipper
F-flute corrugated	About 0.8 mm	Light items, fine print surface
E-flute corrugated	About 1.1–1.6 mm	Most printed mailers
B-flute corrugated	About 2.5–3.2 mm	Heavier packed weights

Important: Thickness figures are references only. The front tuck must engage reliably at the chosen board, so lock fit, board and flute are confirmed on the dieline and, where it matters, a sample. No fixed crush or drop rating is stated.

If you are unsure, share the product dimensions and weight with the quote request, and the box is sized around them.

Does Box Depth Affect the Front Lock?

Yes. The tuck and its tabs need enough front-panel height to seat; on very shallow mailers the dieline balances tuck length against depth so the lid still locks. Carrier billing also rewards a tight fit: UPS, FedEx and, for parcels over 1 cubic foot, USPS charge by dimensional weight at a 139 divisor.

Customization

Customize Your Roll End Tuck Front Boxes

Roll end tuck front boxes can be configured across front-tuck geometry, board and flute, inside fit, inserts, print coverage and finishes, so the front lock, the inside reveal and the packed product are developed together on one dieline.

Front-Tuck Geometry

Use the approved dieline as the authority for tuck length, tab shape and slot position, so the lid seats as intended at the chosen board. Reference allowances are in the size guide.

Board and Packed Weight

Select board and flute around the packed weight and shipping route; heavier contents need a stiffer board for the front panel to hold the tuck.

Interior Fit

Add paperboard, corrugated, foam/EVA or molded pulp inserts where movement control is required, keeping insert height below the lid's closing path.

Front Edge and Inside Printing

Coordinate artwork with the front edge, tuck area and roll lines, and use inside-lid print to complete the reveal when the lock releases.

Printing and Finishes

Offset, digital, UV, screen or flexographic printing in CMYK and Pantone spot colors can be paired with matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, aqueous coating, foil stamping, emboss/deboss, Spot UV and raised 3D UV, depending on the board.

Sustainability Options

Corrugated and paperboard blanks are fiber-based, and an unlaminated box with paper inserts stays a single fiber material for recycling.

Ordering

How to Order Custom Roll End Tuck Front Boxes

Ordering custom roll end tuck front boxes takes five steps: share the product and requirements, confirm the size, front-tuck geometry and dieline, approve the artwork proof, move into production, and ship flat. Orders start at 500 units, with standard production in 7 days from approved proof after the final specification is confirmed.

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Request a Quote
Share the product, its dimensions and packed weight, quantity, board preference, insert and print coverage. Packaging Dock typically responds to quote requests within 24 hours.
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Confirm the Size and Dieline
Inside dimensions, board and the front-tuck geometry are developed around the product. Packaging Dock then provides a custom dieline marking tuck, tabs, slots and roll lines.
03
Approve the Artwork and Proof
Artwork is prepared on the dieline with free design support available. The proof is reviewed for the front edge, tuck area, roll lines, inside print and finishes before approval.
04
Production
Production begins after the artwork proof and final specification are approved. Standard production is 7 days from approved proof, with rush production available on request.
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Shipping
Finished roll end tuck front boxes ship flat across the USA and worldwide. Transit method, delivery time and shipping cost depend on the destination, order volume and shipment requirements.

Sample note: A pre-production sample can be arranged to confirm the front lock, fit and print before the full production run.

Uses

What Are Roll End Tuck Front Boxes Used For?

Roll end tuck front boxes are used for DTC ecommerce shipments, subscription and sample boxes, apparel and lifestyle goods, and PR and promotional kits, where a front-locking lid and a clean front edge add to the unboxing.

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DTC Ecommerce Shipments
A corrugated tuck front can ship as the parcel, with the front edge printed as the first branded touchpoint. More formats are covered under Ecommerce Packaging.
02
Subscription and Sample Boxes
A lid that locks and re-opens suits boxes customers open, close and keep between deliveries. More formats are covered under Campaign Packaging.
03
Apparel and Lifestyle Goods
Shallow sizes hold folded garments, accessories and boxed goods. More formats are covered under Apparel & Fashion Packaging.
04
PR and Promotional Kits
The front release and printed inside lid stage the reveal for influencer and press mailers. More formats are covered under PR & Promotions Packaging.

Structures

Explore Other Mailer Box Structures

Roll end tuck front boxes are one of four core mailer box structures. Compare the other formats below, or explore the complete Mailer Boxes range.

Roll End Tuck Top Boxes

Rolled walls with an attached lid that tucks shut at the top; the base structure for Packaging Dock's application mailers.

Roll End Boxes with Lid

A separate lid fits over a rolled-wall base for a full-lid, shoebox-style reveal.

Roll End 3 Flap Lock Box

Three flaps interlock over rolled walls for a more involved one-piece closure.

FAQ

Roll End Tuck Front Box FAQs

What is a roll end tuck front box?

A roll end tuck front box is a one-piece mailer with double-layer rolled walls and an attached lid whose tuck locks into the front panel when the box closes.

What does RETF stand for?

RETF stands for roll end tuck front: rolled walls ("roll end") and a lid tuck that closes at the front ("tuck front").

Is a roll end tuck front the same as a roll end tuck top?

No, at Packaging Dock they are separate structures. The tuck front engages at the front-facing edge, while the Roll End Tuck Top Box closes through a tuck-top interaction. Other suppliers sometimes use the names interchangeably.

Does the front tuck make the box more secure?

Not by default. Closure behavior depends on the final board, dimensions and tuck geometry, so it is judged from the finished construction rather than assumed.

Is a front tuck tamper-evident?

No. The front tuck is a re-openable mechanical closure. Tamper evidence needs a separate feature, such as a tear strip or a seal label.

Can it ship without tape?

Not automatically. Whether tape or an adhesive strip is needed depends on the packed product, weight and carrier requirements.

Can the lid be opened and closed repeatedly?

Yes, in normal handling. The front tuck can be released and re-seated, so the box can be reused for storage or returns; wear depends on board, coating and number of openings.

Which board should I choose?

E-flute corrugated suits most printed mailers, B-flute suits heavier packed weights, and paperboard suits light items or boxes packed inside a shipper.

Can foil or embossing be used near the front?

Yes, where the placement stays clear of the tuck, slots, folds and score lines, so the closure still works.

Can inserts be added?

Yes. Paperboard, corrugated, foam/EVA and molded pulp inserts can position or cushion the product, provided they sit below the lid's closing path.

Can the inside be printed?

Yes. Exterior + interior lid and full inside and outside print options are available, where the chosen board and print method support them.

What size tuck front box do I need?

Start from the packed product plus about 3–6 mm on length and width and 2–5 mm on depth, or from the insert if there is one. The size guide covers board thickness too.

What is the minimum order for custom roll end tuck front boxes?

The minimum order is 500 units, and higher volumes are quoted on the agreed specification.

How long does production take?

Standard production is 7 days from approved proof once the final specification is confirmed, and rush production is available on request. Complex inserts or finishes may extend the schedule.

How much do custom roll end tuck front boxes cost?

Pricing starts from $1.45 per unit. Unit price depends on size, board and flute, print coverage, inserts, finishes and quantity, and is confirmed in the quote. Quote requests typically receive a response within 24 hours.

Can I get a sample before ordering?

Yes. Complimentary sample kits ship within two business days; the customer covers shipping. A pre-production sample can also be made to test the front lock.

Where do you ship custom roll end tuck front boxes?

Orders ship flat across the USA and worldwide. Transit method, delivery time and shipping cost depend on the destination, order volume and shipment requirements.

What artwork file formats can I submit?

The quote form accepts PDF, JPG, PNG, WEBP, TIFF, AI, EPS and PSD files, up to 3 files at 8 MB each. A custom dieline marking the tuck and roll lines is provided, with free design support.