Custom boxes that start at 50 units
Professional branded packaging should not require a warehouse-sized minimum order. Digital printing lets small businesses, Etsy sellers, and Shopify brands get custom boxes from 50 units, with a free 3D mockup before you commit to a single unit.
Packaging built for brands that are still growing
Big minimums, plate fees, and opaque pricing are the reason most small brands settle for plain boxes. We removed those barriers.
50-unit minimums on most styles
You do not need to order 500 boxes to get professional branded packaging. Most of our box styles start at 50 units, so you can test a design before scaling.
Digital printing for short runs
Digital printing has no plate fees and no setup charges. That makes small-run orders of 50 to 300 units cost-effective in a way that traditional offset printing is not.
Free 3D mockup with every quote
Before you commit to a single unit, you see a photorealistic 3D render of your branded box. If it does not look right, we revise it. No cost, no pressure.
Sample first, scale second
Order a physical sample of your exact spec before the production run. Hold the material, check the print, confirm the fit. The sample fee credits toward your first order.
No hidden setup fees
We quote the full cost up front: material, print, finishing, and shipping. There are no surprise plate fees or dieline charges on digital print orders.
Ships to all 50 US states
Whether you are based in Brooklyn or Bozeman, your order ships direct to your door or your fulfillment center. We deliver to all 50 states.
Two formats most small brands start with
You do not need to choose from a catalog of hundreds. Most small DTC brands start with one of these two formats and grow from there.
Most popular for DTC
$Kraft Mailer Boxes
From 50 units
Natural kraft finish with full-color inside or outside print. Ships flat, assembles in seconds, and holds up in transit. The go-to for Etsy and Shopify brands.
Best unboxing experience
$$Custom Mailer Boxes
From 50 units
White or coated board with full-color print inside and out. The classic e-commerce unboxing box. Tuck-end closure, no tape needed, shareable on social.
From quote to custom box in four steps
No industry jargon, no confusing portals. Tell us what you need, we build a free mockup, you approve, we ship.
Tell us what you need
Fill out the quote form below with your box style, size, quantity, and any artwork notes. No design files required to start.
Get a free 3D mockup in 48hr
We review your specs and come back within 48 business hours with a detailed quote and a photorealistic 3D mockup of your branded box.
Request a physical sample (optional)
Want to hold it before committing? We produce a physical sample to your exact spec. The sample fee credits toward your first production order.
Approve and we produce
Once you approve the mockup and specs, we go to production. Most digital print runs ship within 7 to 15 business days of artwork approval.
Real production quality from the first unit
No prototype gap. Your 50-unit order looks like 5,000.
The safeguards that protect a small budget
We know the risk feels higher when you are a small brand. A bad production run can cost you weeks and real money. That is why we built a process specifically designed to derisk the decision at every stage.
Free 3D mockup before you commit
See your branded box in full photorealistic 3D before approving production.
48-hour quote response
Every quote request is reviewed by a human specialist and answered within 48 business hours.
Physical sample option
Order a real sample of your exact spec. The sample fee credits toward your first order.
50-unit minimum on most styles
Start small, validate your packaging, then scale. No pressure to over-commit on your first order.
FSC-certified and FDA food-safe options
Material options for food brands, candle makers, beauty brands, and eco-conscious sellers.
Serving US brands since 2018
Over six years of production experience with brands at every stage from first launch to national retail.
Resources for your first custom packaging order
Everything you need to make an informed decision, from materials to e-commerce industry specifics.
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Box Style
Kraft Boxes
Natural kraft with full-color print. The budget-friendly sustainable choice.
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Industry Guide
E-Commerce Packaging
Packaging built for DTC shipping: unboxing experience, transit protection, return rate.
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Blog
Packaging for Etsy Sellers
How independent makers choose packaging that looks professional without breaking the budget.
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Blog
Minimum Order Quantities
What MOQ means, how it affects price per unit, and how to pick the right quantity for your stage.
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Tell us what you need
Fill out the form and we will respond within 48 business hours with a quote and a free 3D mockup of your branded box.
- Free 3D mockup
- 48hr quote response
- From 50 units
- Sample fee credited
- All 50 US states
- Serving US brands since 2018
Small run? Mention your quantity in the product description and ask about digital printing. We will confirm the most cost-effective method for your volume. No minimum is too small to ask about.
Prefer to start with a physical sample? Request a sample here or email us at packaging@metasysltd.com
Questions small businesses ask us most
Straightforward answers to the questions that come up before a first order.
What is the minimum order for custom small business packaging?
Most box styles start at 50 units. Some specialty styles such as rigid boxes have a 100-unit minimum. Digital printing makes short runs of 50 to 200 units cost-effective for small businesses.
Can I get a sample before ordering 50 boxes?
Yes. We offer physical samples produced to your exact spec before you commit to a production run. The sample fee credits in full toward your first production order.
How long does it take to get custom boxes?
We respond to every quote request within 48 business hours with a quote and a free 3D mockup. Production for digital print short runs typically takes 7 to 15 business days after artwork approval.
Do you work with Etsy sellers and Shopify stores?
Yes. Many of our clients are independent DTC brands, Etsy sellers, and Shopify store owners. We understand that small runs need to be cost-effective, which is why we offer digital printing from 50 units with no plate fees.
Do I need my own artwork or a designer?
Our design team can build the dieline and create a 3D mockup from your brand assets: logo, colors, and tagline. You do not need to be a designer. We handle the technical file preparation included in your quote.
What printing methods do you offer for small runs?
We offer digital printing (ideal for 50 to 300 units, no plate fees), offset printing (best for 500-plus units with Pantone accuracy), and flexo printing for corrugated stock. We recommend the right method based on your quantity and budget.
Have a question not answered here? Browse our full FAQ or contact us directly.
Your brand deserves a box that reflects the work inside it.
Start with a free sample to hold the quality in your hands, or go straight to a quote. Either way you get a free 3D mockup and a 48-hour response from a real packaging specialist, not a chatbot.
- Free 3D mockup
- 48hr quote response
- Ships all 50 states
- From 50 units