Guide to Plastic Boxes for Packaging, Shipping and Storage

Choose plastic packaging boxes for retail

For retail packaging, plastic boxes can lend an air of sophistication while providing protection to food and other products. If your products are beautiful enough to sell themselves, clear plastic packaging boxes may be your best bet. Frosted plastic boxes can also add appeal to your product line.

I recommend: Paper Mart Packaging Store and U.S. Box Corp. carry large selections of plastic packaging boxes in dozens of styles and sizes. Additional plastic box suppliers can be found in the listings at Business.com.

Choose specialty or novelty plastic packaging boxes

Specialty plastic boxes can help your products stand out on store shelves. Plastic boxes with holiday themes or unusual shapes may make your goods more memorable.

I recommend: Find an array of novelty plastic packaging boxes and decorative plastic boxes at U.S. Box Corp. or at The Box Depot.

Look for durable plastic storage boxes and plastic shipping boxes

If you need to store or ship bulky or weighty items, choose heavy-duty plastic storage boxes and plastic shipping boxes. Sturdy plastic boxes are less likely to tear or rip and can help prevent injuries to employees who are moving or stacking boxes.

I recommend: You can find a great selection of heavy-duty, stackable plastic storage boxes and plastic shipping boxes at Global Industrial or at Anytime Products. Find more plastic box vendors at Business.com.

Use plastic boxes to tote equipment

If your business requires you to be on the road and you have to carry tools or equipment that need protection, consider plastic boxes or plastic cases as a tote. A sturdy plastic shell and foam interior can provide the protection your equipment needs.

I recommend: The Plastic Forming Co. and Plasticase offer a variety of plastic boxes and plastic cases that can be custom designed to work with your tools or equipment.