A custom cigarette box is a small printed paperboard pack built to the exact length, diameter and count of the cigarettes inside, whether they are tobacco, hemp or herbal. TBPB makes them with no minimum order, and our price-beat guarantee means a written quote for the same specs gets beaten.
Size the pack to the cigarette, not to a template
The most common mistake with cigarette packs is copying a standard 20-count template without checking the product. Cigarette lengths differ, and a king size and a 100s cigarette are roughly 15 mm apart. Even a few millimeters of slack at the end means filters rub against the lid and tobacco shakes loose. Measure the cigarette length and diameter, then decide how the sticks are arranged: two rows, a staggered stack, or a single row for a short pack. Send those measurements with the count and we build the carton around them, with about one eighth of an inch of clearance per side as a starting point that we adjust to the board.
Hinged lid, slide or tuck
A hinged lid with a flip-top is the familiar pack. It opens one-handed, closes with a satisfying snap and gives you a large lid for logo and warning panels. A slide pack, with an inner tray that pushes out of an outer sleeve, feels more deliberate and suits a premium or limited release. A simple tuck end carton costs less to produce and works well for a hemp cigarette or herbal blend sold in a shelf display. For stock held on a counter, a cigarette display box holds several packs, and the cigarette carton groups packs for wholesale.
Warnings, labelling and what we can print
Cigarette packaging is among the most regulated in retail. Health warnings, their size and placement, ingredient or tax information and age statements are set by the market you sell into, and the rules change. We do not write that copy or certify that a pack complies. You supply the required text and artwork, have your own regulatory adviser approve it, and we print it where the dieline allows, leaving the panel space those warnings need. Plan the panel layout before you design the front, because the warning often claims a large share of the pack.
Board, print and finish
Hinged-lid and slide packs are normally built from folding carton paperboard around 16 to 24 pt, coated on the print side. Printing is CMYK or Pantone-matched. Matte coating gives a calm, modern look, gloss increases color saturation, and soft-touch lamination adds a velvety feel that handles well. Foil stamping and embossing work for brand marks, though fine detail needs strong, simple artwork to reproduce cleanly. Paperboard does not hold moisture the way a film or foil liner does, so tell us if the product needs a separate moisture-protective wrap.
- Hinged lid, slide pack or tuck end structures
- King size, 100s or custom lengths, and any pack count
- Paperboard 16 to 24 pt with a coated print surface
- CMYK and Pantone printing, matte, gloss or soft-touch finish
- Foil, embossing and spot UV on logos
When another pack is the better choice
Selling a child-safe format for cannabis rolls or hemp? Look at child resistant cigarette boxes, though the certified closure itself is something you source. For cigars, a custom cigar box is built for larger, rounder product.
Next step: send the cigarette length, diameter and pack count with your quantity, even if it is one, and TBPB draws the dieline and quotes it.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for custom cigarette boxes?
There is no minimum order. You can order one custom cigarette box or ten thousand. The price-beat guarantee covers every size of order: bring a written quote for the same specs and TBPB beats it.
How do I size a custom cigarette box?
Measure the cigarette length and diameter, then choose the count and arrangement, such as two rows or a staggered stack. Send those numbers and TBPB draws the dieline with clearance for a clean close. King size and 100s need different lengths, so do not reuse one template.
Can you print health warnings on the box?
We print any warnings and required text that you supply, and we leave the panel space they need. We do not write compliance copy or confirm that a layout meets your market rules, so have your own regulatory adviser approve the artwork before it goes to print.
Which style opens best for single-hand use: hinged lid or slide?
A hinged lid with a flip-top opens one-handed and snaps shut, so it suits everyday packs. A slide pack takes two hands and feels more deliberate, which fits premium or limited editions. Tell us who buys it and we will suggest one.
Can I use these boxes for hemp or herbal cigarettes?
Yes, the structure is the same as for any cigarette of that size. Labelling rules for hemp and herbal products vary by state and product type, so confirm what your pack must carry with your own regulatory adviser before design is final.
Do the boxes protect against moisture?
Paperboard alone does not seal in moisture. If the cigarettes need a barrier, pack them in a separate wrap or liner and use the box for presentation and protection from crushing. Tell us the storage needs when you request a quote.
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