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Custom SBS Paperboard Packaging Boxes for Premium Brand Presentation and Product Protection

Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS) paperboard is the gold standard in custom packaging. Known for its ultra-white surface, exceptional printing capabilities, and reliable strength, SBS ensures your packaging looks and performs at its very best. Whether you need elegant folding cartons, sturdy sleeves, or food-safe containers, SBS adapts flawlessly to every product requirement. At Custom Boxes Inc., we specialize in transforming this premium material into fully customized solutions tailored to your brand’s needs. From cosmetics to food, pharmaceuticals to retail, SBS paperboard packaging enhances shelf appeal, protects your product, and communicates true brand value. With free design support and fast shipping, our SBS solutions give your business the competitive edge it deserves.

  • High-grade print surface
  • FDA food-safe board
  • Strong customizable thickness
  • Eco-friendly recyclable material
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Why SBS Paperboard Packaging Dominates the Industry

In the competitive landscape of custom packaging, very few materials can match the reputation and versatility of SBS paperboard (Solid Bleached Sulfate). Manufactured from virgin hardwood fibers, SBS offers an ultra-white, smooth surface that enables premium-quality printing, vibrant color reproduction, and the flexibility to support countless packaging structures. Unlike recycled or mixed boards, SBS provides consistency that brands trust when their packaging must communicate luxury, safety, and performance.

This makes SBS paperboard the go-to choice across industries: cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, electronics, nutraceuticals, and high-end retail packaging. Its adaptability ensures that whether you require a simple folding carton or a high-strength multi-layered solution, SBS delivers.

Material Strength and Specifications

SBS is available in a wide range of calipers (measured in points or GSM), typically from 14pt to 24pt (approximately 270–500 GSM). This flexibility allows businesses to choose the exact thickness required for their product type.

  • Lightweight SBS (14–16pt): Ideal for small cosmetic cartons, pharmaceutical packaging, and lightweight retail items.
  • Mid-weight SBS (18–20pt): Perfect for standard food cartons, bakery boxes, and over-the-counter retail products.
  • Heavy SBS (22–24pt): Used in luxury packaging, electronics cartons, and applications demanding greater rigidity.

The material also performs exceptionally in folding endurance, creasing, and die-cutting, which means structural designs are clean, precise, and reliable for high-speed automated packaging lines.

Print and Branding Excellence

One of the most significant advantages of SBS is its unrivaled print surface. The pure white board absorbs ink evenly, producing high-definition graphics, crisp text, and accurate brand colors. Brands that rely on Pantone® matching, metallic foils, or embossed logos achieve flawless results.

Printing methods include:

  • Offset Printing: For high-volume, photo-realistic imagery.
  • Digital Printing: For short runs and variable data.
  • Flexographic Printing: Efficient for large-scale production with consistent coverage.

With SBS, packaging becomes more than a container—it becomes a brand storyteller on the shelf.

Finishes and Protective Coatings

To extend both durability and appeal, SBS paperboard accepts a full range of finishes:

  • Aqueous Coating: Environmentally friendly and food-safe.
  • UV Coating: High-gloss or matte, scratch-resistant.
  • Soft-Touch Laminate: Premium tactile experience, ideal for luxury goods.
  • Foil Stamping & Embossing: Adds elegance and sophistication.
  • Grease & Moisture Resistance: Essential for food, bakery, and frozen goods.

These finishes enhance visual impact while protecting the packaging during shipping, handling, and storage.

Food Safety and FDA Approval

Unlike many boards, SBS is FDA-approved for direct food contact. This makes it an ideal choice for:

  • Ice cream cartons
  • Bakery boxes
  • Dairy packaging
  • Frozen food containers
  • Candy and confectionery cartons

Its ability to withstand refrigeration and freezing without warping ensures product integrity from factory to consumer.

Eco-Friendly Packaging with SBS

Sustainability is no longer optional—it’s essential. SBS paperboard, when sourced responsibly, is available with FSC® certification and is 100% recyclable. Many mills now offer SBS with partial post-consumer recycled content while maintaining premium quality. Additionally, aqueous coatings and soy-based inks make SBS packaging even more environmentally friendly.

Brands that prioritize eco-conscious packaging find SBS to be the perfect balance of sustainability and performance.

Packaging Structures Possible with SBS Paperboard

The versatility of SBS allows it to be engineered into virtually any packaging style, including:

  • Straight Tuck & Reverse Tuck Folding Cartons
  • Sleeve Packaging
  • Slipcases and Outer Shells
  • Mailer Cartons for E-commerce
  • Custom Die-Cut Windows
  • Partitions & Inserts
  • Luxury Folding Cartons with Magnetic Closures

Its adaptability makes it equally effective for retail shelves, subscription boxes, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce packaging.

Applications Across Industries

  • Cosmetics & Skincare: Premium boxes with embossing, foil, and UV spot coating.
  • Pharmaceuticals: Tamper-resistant, precise folding cartons with compliance labeling.
  • Food & Beverage: Frozen food cartons, bakery packaging, candy boxes.
  • Electronics: Protective folding cartons with inserts for gadgets and accessories.
  • Luxury Retail: High-end rigid-style cartons, sleeves, and specialty finishes.

SBS adapts to any brand vision, whether sleek minimalism or bold, colorful storytelling.

Why Choose Custom Boxes Inc. for SBS Packaging

While many companies offer SBS packaging, Custom Boxes Inc. goes beyond. Our expertise lies in understanding not just the material—but your brand’s story, product requirements, and target market.

We provide:

  • Free structural design & 3D mockups.
  • Ultra-fast turnaround with free shipping in USA & Canada.
  • Competitive pricing with low MOQs to support startups and enterprises alike.
  • Strict color-matching systems to ensure your packaging looks identical across every run.
  • Sustainable solutions with recyclable coatings and eco inks.

With over a decade of experience, we know how to craft packaging that wins both shelf presence and customer loyalty.

Let’s Build Your Premium SBS Packaging Today

Your products deserve packaging that reflects their quality, safety, and value. At Custom Boxes Inc., we transform SBS paperboard into packaging that captures attention, protects your product, and strengthens your brand presence.

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What Customers Say About Us

Trusted by businesses across industries.

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“Exceptional Print Quality Packaging” We switched to SBS paperboard packaging from Custom Boxes Inc., and the results have been phenomenal. The print clarity, material strength, and finish exceeded expectations. Our skincare line now looks premium and consistent across all retail outlets. Their design team helped us perfect everything at no additional cost.
Sarah J. PureGlow Skincare
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“Reliable Food-Grade Packaging” Our bakery products require FDA-approved food packaging, and Custom Boxes Inc. delivered exactly that. The SBS paperboard cartons are sturdy, grease-resistant, and look fantastic on shelves. Customers often compliment our packaging, which has boosted sales. The best part is their fast delivery with zero compromise on quality.
Daniel K. Sweet Cravings Bakery
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“Custom Packaging Partner” As an e-commerce brand, we needed durable yet attractive cartons. Custom Boxes Inc. provided SBS paperboard solutions that balanced strength, design, and affordability. Their free design support and low MOQs helped us launch faster than expected. Highly recommend them to any brand serious about its packaging.
Emily R. LuxeBox Essentials
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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to Help You Order with Confidence

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SBS is a virgin-fiber paperboard with a smooth, ultra-white surface, excellent printability, and FDA food safety approval. It delivers both strength and premium brand presentation.

Yes. SBS is fully recyclable, biodegradable, and available with FSC® certification. Combined with eco-friendly coatings and inks, it’s an excellent sustainable choice.

Absolutely. SBS maintains structural integrity in cold storage and is widely used for ice cream, frozen foods, and dairy packaging.

Custom Boxes Inc. offers full customization—sizes, shapes, finishes, embossing, foiling, inserts, and coatings—to match your exact product and brand needs.

We offer flexible low MOQs, making SBS packaging accessible for startups and large-scale enterprises alike.

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About Custom Boxes Inc

Custom Boxes Inc is a leading manufacturer and supplier of custom packaging boxes tailored for every product and industry. From startups to global brands, we empower businesses across the USA with cost-effective, high-quality, fully personalized packaging solutions — crafted with precision, delivered with speed. Whether you need eco-friendly cardboard boxes, rigid luxury boxes, or branded retail-ready display packaging — we've got you covered with endless customization options, low MOQs, and lightning-fast turnarounds.