Custom Seal End Gable Box

From $0.95 / unit

500 units minimum · 7 days from approved proof

Custom seal end gable boxes pair an integrated carry handle with a peel-and-seal base. Packers open the carton, fold the base panels, peel off the cover and press to seal, then fill from the top and close the gable, with no glue equipment and no bottom panels to interlock.

Peel-and-seal base, strip already applied
Integrated gable handle
Peel, press and seal, no glue equipment
Suitable for repetitive packing

SKU PD-SEALENDGABLEBOX

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Seal end gable box with a folded top handle, shown in lavender, yellow, and cream on a bakery counter.

Product Details

Overview & Specifications

What Is a Seal End Gable Box?

A seal end gable box is a folding paperboard carry carton whose lower panels are sealed with a peel-and-seal adhesive strip to form a closed base, while the sloped upper panels close into a built-in handle. It shares the peel-and-seal closure principle with a Seal End Box, but the gable roof and handle make it a separate structure.

How the Seal End Gable Box Works

The format works through three construction details.

Adhesive Strip Already on the Base

An adhesive strip is applied to the base panels in production and protected by a peel-off cover until packing.

Peel and Press to Seal

At packing, the carton is opened, the base panels are folded in, the cover is peeled off and the panels are pressed together, giving a closed lower end without glue guns or sealing equipment.

Gable Top and Handle

Access is through the top: the roof panels close over the contents and meet at the handle panels, where a die-cut hand opening forms the grip.

Anatomy of a Seal End Gable Box

01
Base Panels
Fold in and seal to form the closed lower end.
02
Adhesive Strip and Cover
Applied in production, peeled at packing.
03
Body Panels
Front, back and side print surfaces.
04
Gable Roof Panels
Sloped top panels that close over the contents.
05
Handle Panels
Meet at the top with a die-cut hand opening.
06
Side Seam
Glued in production.

Artwork note

The strip position on the base is marked on the dieline, and the finish where the strip seals is chosen so it bonds reliably. Branding belongs on the side panels and gable roof.

Seal End Gable vs Seal End Tuck Box at a Glance

Feature	Seal End Gable	Seal End Box
Sealed end	Base only, peel-and-seal at packing	Both ends, peel-and-seal at packing
Top	Gable roof with carry handle	Peel-and-seal end flaps
Access	Through the top	By breaking or opening a sealed end
Typical use	Carry-out food, favors and gifts	Retail cartons on filling lines

Application guide

When Is a Seal End Gable Box the Right Choice?

A seal end gable box suits carry-out packing where a closed, sealed base and a built-in handle work together: catering and food pickups, party favors and gift assortments, bakery and confectionery orders, and retail takeaway packs that replace a shopping bag.

01
Simple
Simple Peel-and-Seal Packing
The strip already on the box removes the need to interlock bottom panels or run glue at packing: fold, peel and press.
02
Defined
Defined Closed Base
The strip sits in the same place on every box, giving a consistent lower closure for contained products. The adhesive improves closure retention but does not make the box leak-proof, hermetic or tamper-proof.
03
Carrying
Carrying and Presentation in One Carton
The same box carries side-panel branding, holds the product and provides a hand-carry handle.
04
Alternative
When Another Format May Fit Better
If a pre-glued base that locks as the carton opens suits the line, compare the Auto Lock Gable Box. Where hand assembly and no glue at the base are preferred, an Interlock Gable Box engages its bottom panels by hand.

Seal End Gable Box Specifications

Custom seal end gable boxes are specified around the sealed lower closure, strip and board compatibility, handle, carton dimensions, packed weight, interior and finishes, with the strip position and hand opening set on a custom dieline for each size.

Specification	Available Configuration
Product Type	Folding gable carton with sealed lower closure
Category	Gable Boxes
Dimensions	Custom base length × width × body height, built around the product, load and handle
Core Construction	Glued side seam, base panels with a peel-and-seal adhesive strip and peel-off cover
Top Closure	Integrated gable handle and top closure
Board	White SBS, kraft or recycled paperboard; corrugated board; metallic, holographic, pearlescent or textured cardstock
Board Caliper	Paperboard from about 14 pt to 28 pt, or E-, F- or B-flute corrugated; matched to the product and packed weight
Interior	Optional liner, paperboard, corrugated or molded pulp insert, or divider according to use
Windows	Die-cut window with clear film, or open die-cut window
Print Coverage	Exterior only, exterior + interior, or full inside and outside
Print Methods	Offset, digital, UV or screen printing; CMYK and Pantone spot colors
Coatings and Finishes	Matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, aqueous or grease-resistant coating, foil stamping, emboss/deboss, Spot UV and raised 3D UV
Starting Price	From $0.95 / unit; final price depends on size, board, print, finishes and quantity
Minimum Order	500 units
Standard Production	7 days from approved proof
Production Check	Strip, board, panel geometry, handle and packed-load suitability confirmed from the final specification
Rush Production	Available on request
Shipping	Ships flat, USA and worldwide

How Seal End Gable Compares to Other Gable Box Structures

Attribute	Seal End Gable	Auto Lock Gable	Interlock Gable
Base	Panels sealed with a peel-and-seal strip	Pre-glued, locks on opening	Panels folded and engaged by hand
Base steps at packing	Fold, peel cover, press	Open and square	Fold in sequence
Adhesive at the base	Peel-and-seal strip, applied in production	Pre-glued in production	None
Top	Gable handle	Gable handle	Gable handle
Best fit	Sealed base without glue equipment	Repeated packing, fewer base steps	Hand assembly, no pre-glue

What Size Seal End Gable Box Do You Need?

Quote by inside base length × width × body height. Length and width set the sealed base footprint, and body height runs to where the roof begins; the gable roof and handle sit above that and are drawn on the dieline together with the strip position.

There is no fixed size list: any practical size is built to order, across the full board range below.

How Product Size Becomes Box Size

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

Step	Typical Allowance
Product to inside length and width	Add about 2–3 mm (1/8 in) for top filling
Product to body height	Add about 3–5 mm so contents clear the roof fold
With a liner or tray	Size to the liner or tray's outer dimensions
Several items	Size to the packed layout

Paperboard Caliper Reference

Board	Typical Thickness	Typically Suited To
About 14–16 pt	About 0.36–0.41 mm	Small favors and samples
About 18–20 pt	About 0.46–0.51 mm	Wrapped candy and light gifts
About 22–24 pt	About 0.56–0.61 mm	Bakery orders and gift sets
About 26–28 pt	About 0.66–0.71 mm	Larger boxes and fuller packs
E- or F-flute corrugated	About 0.8–1.6 mm	Added stiffness at larger sizes
B-flute corrugated	About 3 mm	Large catering and multi-item boxes

Important: These are reference figures. Carrying capacity depends on board, handle, seal, dimensions and packed load, so no weight rating is published without testing the finished box.

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

Planning the Strip Position on the Base

The adhesive strip and the panel overlap it seals against are set on the dieline, with board and finish chosen so the seals reliably. The sample confirms the seal with the packed product before the run.

Customization

Customize Your Seal End Gable Boxes

Seal end gable boxes can be configured across dimensions, board and adhesive, handle proportions, interior and food handling, windows, print coverage and finishes, with the strip position and hand opening kept production-safe.

Strip and Board Combination

Select the board, finish and strip together so the sealed base suits the packed product and handling. Reference allowances are in the size guide.

Handle and Box Proportions

Balance box height, the hand opening and product weight for practical carrying. For extra attention to the handle, compare Reinforced Handle Gable Boxes.

Food or Grease Management

Use a liner, inner container or grease-resistant coating where food contact or grease resistance is needed, rather than relying on the sealed base alone. See Food Gable Boxes for food-led designs.

Windows

Add a die-cut window, with or without clear film, where it keeps clear of the strip position and handle; see Gable Boxes with Window for window-led designs.

Branding and Finishes

Offset, digital, UV or screen printing in CMYK and Pantone spot colors works with matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination, aqueous or grease-resistant coating, foil stamping, emboss/deboss, Spot UV and raised 3D UV on the side panels and roof, keeping the strip position and fold zones clear.

Sustainability Options

Kraft or recycled board with aqueous coating and paperboard dividers is a fiber-based configuration that may simplify the material mix; the adhesive strip, inks, coatings and any window film affect local recyclability. See Kraft Gable Boxes for natural kraft designs.

Ordering

How to Order Custom Seal End Gable Boxes

Ordering custom seal end gable boxes takes five steps: share the product and requirements, confirm the size, sealed base, handle 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.

01
Request a Quote
Share the product, its dimensions and packed weight, quantity, whether it is food, and any liner, window or finish preferences. Packaging Dock typically responds to quote requests within 24 hours.
02
Confirm the Size and Dieline
Inside dimensions, board, strip position and handle are developed around the product. Packaging Dock then provides a custom dieline marking the adhesive strip, roof panels and hand opening.
03
Approve the Artwork and Proof
Artwork is prepared on the dieline with free design support available. The proof is reviewed for panel layout, strip position, roof artwork 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.
05
Shipping
Finished seal end gable 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 seal, the handle with the packed product, and the print before the full production run.

Uses

What Are Seal End Gable Boxes Used For?

Seal end gable boxes are used for catering and food pickup, party favors and gift assortments, bakery and confectionery orders, and retail takeaway packs, wherever a sealed base and a carry handle are packed repeatedly.

01
Catering and Food Pickup
Contained food packs where a peel-and-seal base and built-in handle support repetitive takeaway packing. More formats are covered under Food & Beverage Packaging and Food Gable Boxes.
02
Party Favors and Gift Assortments
Small sets that benefit from a carry-ready shape and a defined bottom. More formats are covered under Life Moments Packaging.
03
Bakery and Confectionery Orders
Wrapped or contained bakery and confectionery products, with the appropriate food-contact system. More formats are covered under Bakery Packaging and Food Gable Boxes.
04
Retail Takeaway Packs
Small purchased items where a branded box replaces a secondary shopping bag. More formats are covered under Retail Packaging.

Structures

Explore Other Gable Box Structures

Seal end gable boxes are one of three core gable box structures. Compare the other formats below, or explore the complete Gable Boxes range, including window, kraft, favor and food variants.

Auto Lock Gable Boxes

A pre-glued base locks as the carton opens, under the gable handle.

Gable boxes in yellow, teal, and lavender with a folded top handle, shown closed on a bakery counter.

Interlock Gable Box

Bottom panels fold and engage by hand under the gable handle.

FAQ

Seal End Gable Box FAQs

What is a seal end gable box?

A seal end gable box is a paperboard carry carton whose base panels seal with a peel-and-seal adhesive strip, with an integrated handle formed by the top panels.

Is a seal end gable box the same as a seal end tuck box?

No. Both use peel-and-seal strips, but a Seal End Box is a retail carton sealed at both ends with no handle; the gable version seals only its base and has a carry handle.

How is it different from an auto lock gable box?

An Auto Lock Gable Box base is pre-glued so its panels lock as the carton opens; the seal end gable base is folded and sealed with a peel-and-seal strip at packing.

Is the sealed base leak-proof?

No. Liquid or grease management needs a suitable liner, coating or inner container.

Can the base be reopened?

The sealed base is not intended to reopen. Access is through the top.

Is it tamper-evident?

Not by default. The sealed base is not a tamper-evident feature, and the top closes at the handle.

Does a sealed base guarantee a certain carrying weight?

No. Carrying performance depends on board, handle, seal, dimensions and packed load, and is checked on a sample.

Can it be used for food?

Yes, for contained or wrapped food, with a liner, inner container or grease-resistant coating where needed. Food-contact materials are confirmed per project.

Do seal end gable boxes ship flat?

Yes. They ship flat with the adhesive strip already applied under its cover, and are opened and sealed before filling.

What board should I choose?

As a guide, about 14–20 pt suits favors and small gifts, 22–24 pt suits bakery and food pickups, 26–28 pt suits fuller packs, and E-, F- or B-flute corrugated suits larger catering boxes.

Can a window be added?

Yes. A die-cut window, with or without film, can be placed away from the strip position and handle.

What is the minimum order for custom seal end gable boxes?

The minimum order is 500 units, with larger runs priced against the confirmed 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. A new strip and board pairing may need a sample first.

How much do custom seal end gable boxes cost?

Pricing starts from $0.95 per unit. The final price depends on size, board, print coverage, liners, windows, finishes and quantity. 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 confirm the seal and handle.

Where do you ship custom seal end gable 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 with the strip position and hand opening marked is provided, with free design support.