Custom cigar packaging is usually a printed box, sleeve or tube that holds individual cigars or a bundle and carries the brand. A printed carton or rigid box does the branding job well. It does not by itself hold humidity, so cigars that need to stay fresh for months still depend on a humidor, cellophane or a sealed inner wrap. TBPB prints cigar packaging with no minimum order.
Reviewed by the TBPB packaging team, October 2026.
| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | None |
| Common formats | Folding carton, rigid box, sleeve, tube |
| What printed board does | Branding, shelf presence, protection from knocks |
| What it does not do | Control humidity on its own |
| Labeling | Warnings and legal copy are the brand’s responsibility |
What formats work for cigars?
| Format | Best for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Folding carton | Single cigars or small packs; retail | Not airtight; short-term display |
| Rigid box | Gift sets, limited editions, premium boxes of several | Heavier, higher cost |
| Sleeve over a tray | Brands that want a reveal on opening | Two parts to pack |
| Tube | Single premium cigars | Round shape ships differently from a box |
See the cigar boxes we make, the cigarette box range for similar formats, and the tube packaging options.
How do I size a cigar box?
- Measure the cigar’s length and ring gauge. Ring gauge is the diameter in 64ths of an inch, so a 50 ring gauge is 50/64 of an inch, about 0.78 inches.
- Decide how many go in one box and how they sit: side by side, stacked or in rows.
- Add clearance for the wrapper so the cigars do not scrape going in or out.
- Add depth for any divider or tray.
Worked example: a robusto, about 5 inches long with a 50 ring gauge. A pack of five laid side by side needs an inside width of about 5 x 0.78 = 3.9 inches plus clearance, so roughly 4.25 inches, with an inside length of about 5.5 inches and a depth of about 0.9 inches. We confirm the numbers on the dieline.
What about freshness?
Printed paperboard and corrugated are not a humidity barrier. The usual practice for keeping cigars fresh is a humidor, or a sealed wrapper or cellophane around each cigar, with the printed box as the outer layer. If you sell cigars that need long shelf life, ask your cigar maker about the inner wrap and design the box around it. We can leave room for it. We do not make humidors.
What goes on the box?
Brand, line, vitola or size, band and logo, and any required warnings and legal text. Tobacco labeling rules are strict, and they are the brand’s responsibility. We print the artwork you supply. Check the rules that apply to your product and market, and have your compliance contact review the file before it goes to print.
Which finish suits a cigar brand?
Dark, matte stocks with a restrained logo are common. Foil and embossing are also common on premium lines, and you should ask us to confirm them for your spec, as availability depends on the board and run size. A clean, quiet box tends to look more expensive than a loud one.
How to order
Send the cigar dimensions, how many go in a box, the style and a quantity, even if it is one box. We return a dieline and a quote. Design help, samples and shipping are free. If you have a written quote from another supplier for the same specs, our price-beat guarantee means we beat it. Request a quote here.
Questions buyers ask
Is there a minimum order for cigar boxes?
No. Order one box to check the fit with the real cigars, or thousands for a launch.
Does a cardboard cigar box keep cigars fresh?
Not on its own. Printed board is not a humidity barrier. Use a humidor or a sealed inner wrap, and use the printed box as the outer layer.
How do I size a box for cigars?
Measure the length and ring gauge, decide how many go in and how they sit, then add clearance. Send us the numbers and we confirm the dimensions on the dieline.
Who is responsible for the warnings and legal copy?
The brand. We print the artwork you supply. Check the rules for your product and market and have the file reviewed before printing.
What formats are available?
Folding cartons, rigid boxes, sleeves and tubes. Ask us to confirm a specific format and finish for your spec.
How do I get a quote?
Send the cigar dimensions, quantity and style through the quote form. We return a dieline and a price, and we beat any written quote for the same specs.
