Articles & Resources

What actually happens after you request a custom packaging sample, how long it takes, what it costs, and what to check for before placing a full order.

A plain-language look at recyclable, biodegradable, and compostable packaging materials, what the labels actually mean, and how to pick real sustainability over marketing claims.

A breakdown of foil stamping, embossing, and debossing for custom packaging, how each finish works, and how to decide which one fits your brand and budget.

What minimum order quantities actually mean for custom packaging, why they exist, and how small and growing brands can work with or around them.

A practical guide to choosing between tuck end, two-piece, lock bottom, and other custom box styles based on your product's shape, weight, and unboxing experience.

See the packaging trends defining 2026 - from sustainable materials to made-in-USA manufacturing - and how your brand can get ahead of them.

Eco-friendly custom printed boxes… sustainable, stylish, and designed to make your brand (and the planet) look good. Proudly made in the USA.

Short-run custom printed boxes = low minimums, quick turnarounds, and packaging with serious shelf swagger. Proudly made in the USA.

Tired of bland packaging? Learn how to design custom printed boxes that turn heads, boost sales, and make your competitors jealous.

Ditch the plain and forgettable. Custom printed boxes grab attention, wow customers, and turn browsers into buyers. YBS Packaging makes it happen