Custom Straight Tuck End Boxes

From $0.85 / unit

500 units minimum · 7 days from approved proof

Custom straight tuck end boxes are folding cartons whose top and bottom tuck flaps both hinge from the same panel, so both ends open toward the same side and the front panel reads the same top to bottom. The layout suits cartons with a strong front face, windows or a hang tab.

Top and bottom tucks close in the same direction
Consistent front and back panels
Hang tab and window options
Glued side seam, ships flat

SKU PD-STRAIGHTTUCKENDBOX

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Product Details

Overview & Specifications

What Is a Straight Tuck End Box?

A straight tuck end box, or STE carton, is a paperboard folding carton with a glued side seam and a tuck flap at each end, where both the top and bottom tucks hinge from the same main panel. Because both ends close the same way, the front and back panels stay consistent, which makes artwork, windows and hang tabs simpler to plan.

How the Same-Side Tucks Work

The format works through three features on one blank.

Glued Side Seam

The carton is glued into a flat tube during production and opens into a rectangle when squared up.

Same-Panel Tuck Flaps

Both tuck flaps hinge from the same main panel. Each folds over its end and slides inside the facing panel, so both ends open in the same direction.

Dust Flaps

Side-panel flaps fold under each tuck to close the corners and support the closure.

Anatomy of a Straight Tuck End Box

01
Front Panel
Main display face, uninterrupted by tuck hinges.
02
Back Panel
Carries both tuck flaps.
03
Top and Bottom Tucks
Hinge from the same panel.
04
Dust Flaps
Fold in under each tuck.
05
Glue Flap
Forms the side seam.

Artwork note

With both tucks on the same panel, the top and bottom flaps print in the same orientation, so end-panel text reads consistently when the carton is turned.

Straight Tuck Formats at Packaging Dock

Format	What It Adds	Typically Suited To
Straight tuck end box	Same-side tucks, clean front	Cosmetics, soap, accessories
Hang Tab Tuck Box	Integrated header tab for peg hooks	Products sold on retail peg displays

Application guide

When Is a Straight Tuck End Box the Right Choice?

A straight tuck end box suits retail products where the front panel is the selling face, such as cosmetics, skincare, soap, small accessories and peg-hook items. It is also the structure behind Packaging Dock's hang tab tuck boxes.

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Consistent
Consistent Front Presentation
Both ends open toward the same side, so the front panel carries uninterrupted artwork, a window or a product photo.
02
Platform
Platform for Display Features
Hang tabs, windows and inserts can be added to the same straight tuck structure.
03
Re-Openable
Re-Openable Ends
Both tucks open and re-seat for product access, unless a seal or tear strip is added.
04
Alternative
When Another Format May Fit Better
When a consistent front is not needed, a Reverse Tuck Box closes its ends in opposite directions and can fit efficiently within the blank on many proportions. For a locked bottom, see the Auto Lock Box or Snap Lock Box, and for peel-and-seal ends, the Seal End Box.

Straight Tuck End Box Specifications

Custom straight tuck end boxes are specified around carton dimensions, board grade and caliper, tuck depth, front-panel features such as windows or hang tabs, print coverage and finishes, each cut from a custom dieline around the product.

Specification	Available Configuration
Product Type	Folding carton with same-direction tuck closures
Category	Tuck Boxes
Dimensions	Custom inside L × W × D, built around the product and any insert
Core Construction	Glued side seam, top and bottom tucks hinged from the same panel, dust flaps
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
Inserts	Paperboard, foam/EVA, molded pulp or thermoformed PET/PVC
Add-ons	Hang tab, die-cut window (with or without film), tongue lock, tear strip
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 $0.85 / unit; final price depends on size, board, print, 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 Straight Tuck End Compares to Other Tuck Box Structures

Attribute	Straight Tuck End	Reverse Tuck	Auto Lock	Snap Lock	Seal End
Tuck hinges	Same panel	Opposite panels	Tuck top only	Tuck top only	No tucks; peel-and-seal ends
Front panel	Consistent top to bottom	One end opens to the front	Tuck top, locked base	Tuck top, locked base	Clean, sealed ends
Bottom setup	Tuck in	Tuck in	Opens into place	Fold in sequence	Peel and press
Display features	Hang tab platform	Windows	Windows	Windows	Windows
Best fit	Front-led retail cartons	Everyday re-openable cartons	Fewer bottom setup steps	Hand-locked base, no pre-glue	Closed-until-opened products

What Size Straight Tuck End Box Do You Need?

Quote the carton by inside length × width × depth, where length and width form the opening at the tuck end and depth is the distance between the ends. For a hang tab carton, the tab is added above the top end on the dieline and does not change the inside size.

How Product Size Becomes Carton 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 1–2 mm (1/16 in) so the product slides in
Product to inside depth	Add about 2–3 mm so both tucks seat cleanly
With an insert	Size to the insert's outer dimensions
Inside to outside	Each dimension grows by about two board thicknesses

Paperboard Caliper Reference

Board	Typical Thickness	Typically Suited To
About 14–16 pt	About 0.36–0.41 mm	Small, light retail items
About 18–20 pt	About 0.46–0.51 mm	Cosmetics, soap, hang tab cartons
About 22–24 pt	About 0.56–0.61 mm	Larger cartons and heavier contents
About 26–28 pt	About 0.66–0.71 mm	Large front-led display cartons
E- or F-flute corrugated	About 0.8–1.6 mm	Extra edge strength
B-flute corrugated	About 3 mm	Large or multi-unit cartons

Important: Use these as reference values only. A hang tab carries the carton's full weight on the hook, so board for hanging products is checked against the packed weight on a sample.

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

Which Way Should the Front Face?

Choose the panel that will face the shopper before the dieline is drawn: the tucks hinge from the back, so the front stays clear. On shelf, the carton reads as one continuous front face.

Customization

Customize Your Straight Tuck End Boxes

Straight tuck end boxes can be configured across dimensions, board, tuck depth, front-panel features, inserts, print coverage and finishes, so the front face, the ends and any hang tab work together as one retail display.

Tuck Flap Depth

Set flap depth around carton width so both ends close and stay closed. Reference allowances are in the size guide.

Front-Panel Presentation

Plan the main artwork, window or product photo on the panel without tuck hinges.

Hang Tab and Windows

Add a hang tab for peg-hook display, as on the Hang Tab Tuck Box, or a die-cut window with or without film.

Board and Insert Fit

Choose board and inserts around product weight and size, including the load on a hang tab.

Printing and Finishes

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

Sustainability Options

Kraft or recycled paperboard with aqueous coating gives a fiber-based configuration, and an open die-cut window avoids a plastic film. Final recyclability depends on the inks, coatings, adhesives and local facilities.

Ordering

How to Order Custom Straight Tuck End Boxes

Ordering custom straight tuck end boxes takes five steps: share the product and requirements, confirm the size, front panel 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 weight, quantity, and whether it needs a hang tab or window. Packaging Dock typically responds to quote requests within 24 hours.
02
Confirm the Size and Dieline
Inside dimensions, front panel, board and tuck depth are developed around the product. Packaging Dock then provides a custom dieline with tucks, dust flaps and any hang tab.
03
Approve the Artwork and Proof
Artwork is prepared on the dieline with free design support available. The proof is reviewed for front-panel layout, end orientation, score lines 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 straight tuck end 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 fit, front-panel layout and any hang tab before the full production run.

Uses

What Are Straight Tuck End Boxes Used For?

Straight tuck end boxes are used for cosmetics and skincare, soap and personal care, small retail accessories and peg-hook products, wherever a consistent front face matters on shelf.

01
Cosmetics and Skincare
Tubes, serums and small bottles face out with an uninterrupted front panel or window. More formats are covered under Cosmetics & Skincare Packaging.
02
Soap and Personal Care
Individual bars and personal-care items carry full-panel branding. More formats are covered under Soap Packaging.
03
Small Retail Accessories
Tools, cables and consumer accessories fit compact cartons with inserts where needed. More formats are covered under Retail Packaging.
04
Peg-Hook Products
A hang tab turns the carton into a peg display. More formats are covered under Hang Tab Boxes.

Structures

Explore Other Tuck Box Structures

Straight tuck end boxes are one of five core tuck box structures. Compare the other formats below, or explore the complete Tuck Boxes range.

Custom reverse tuck box in matte black with gold wheat emblem, shown upright and flattened/unfolded on a pink stool.

Reverse Tuck Boxes

Top and bottom tucks close in opposite directions for an everyday re-openable carton.

Auto Lock Box

A pre-glued bottom forms as the carton is opened, under a tuck top.

Snap Lock Box

Bottom flaps fold in sequence and interlock into a hand-locked base.

Seal End Boxes

Peel-and-seal end flaps stay closed until the carton is opened.

FAQ

Straight Tuck End Box FAQs

What is a straight tuck end box?

A straight tuck end box is a paperboard folding carton with a glued side seam and tuck flaps at both ends that hinge from the same panel, so both ends open toward the same side.

What is the difference between straight tuck end and reverse tuck?

Straight tuck end hinges both tucks from the same panel; a Reverse Tuck Box hinges them from opposite panels, so the ends close in opposite directions.

Why choose straight tuck end over reverse tuck?

Choose it when a consistent front panel, a window or a hang tab is part of the retail display.

Is a straight tuck end box a lock-bottom box?

No. It closes with tucks at both ends. The Auto Lock Box and Snap Lock Box use locked bottoms.

Can a hang tab be added?

Yes. Hang Tab Boxes use a straight tuck end configuration with an integrated header tab for peg hooks.

Can it be used for cologne and lipstick cartons?

Yes. Cologne Boxes and Custom Lipstick Boxes can use straight tuck end construction, among other tuck structures.

Can a window be added?

Yes, where the front panel and board support it, with or without a clear film.

Can the box be resealed after opening?

A standard tuck can be re-inserted, but any adhesive, seal label or tear strip changes that.

What board thickness should I choose?

As a guide, about 14–16 pt suits small light items, 18–20 pt suits most retail cartons, 22–28 pt or E/F-flute corrugated suits larger or heavier products, and B-flute corrugated suits large multi-unit cartons.

How do I measure for a straight tuck end box?

Quote inside length × width × depth, where length and width form the opening at the tuck end. The size guide lists allowances.

Are straight tuck end boxes good for shipping?

They are retail cartons. For parcel shipping, they usually travel inside a shipper or mailer box.

What is the minimum order for custom straight tuck end 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. Windows or hang tabs may add sampling time.

How much do custom straight tuck end boxes cost?

Pricing starts from $0.85 per unit. Unit price depends on size, board, print coverage, add-ons, 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 front panel and fit.

Where do you ship custom straight tuck end 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 front panel marked is provided, with free design support.