Question 1

What is the minimum order for subscription boxes?

Accepted Answer

250 units per design. Most subscription brands order 1-3 months of inventory per run to optimize unit pricing. Digital printing supports runs as low as 50 units for market testing.

Question 2

Can I change the box design every month?

Accepted Answer

Yes — with digital printing, you can rotate seasonal artwork with zero plate or tooling fees. Just submit new artwork files. With flexo or litho printing, new plates cost $300-$800 per design change, so most brands rotate quarterly rather than monthly.

Question 3

How do I optimize my box size for shipping costs?

Accepted Answer

Calculate dimensional weight: L x W x H divided by 139 for UPS/FedEx. Choose the smallest box that fits your largest regular product combination with 0.5 inches of clearance. We help you calculate DIM weight during the design phase to avoid overpaying.

Question 4

What is the cost per unit for subscription boxes?

Accepted Answer

$0.75-$3.50 per unit for corrugated mailers depending on size, print method, and volume. At 1,000 units/month, a mid-range box with full-color printing and paper inserts runs about $2.48 per unit all-in.

Question 5

Do you offer sustainable subscription packaging?

Accepted Answer

Yes — our standard corrugated is FSC-certified and recyclable. We offer 80%+ post-consumer waste recycled board, paper honeycomb inserts instead of plastic, and soy-based inks. Full mono-material construction means the entire box goes in one recycling stream.

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