Custom folding cartons printed with your brand
MDN Impresores is a custom folding carton manufacturer in Mexico City. We design and offset print custom boxes for brands, retailers and companies, producing folding cartons in paperboard and cardboard with your logo, from design and prepress through die cutting, gluing and finishing.
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What is a folding carton?
A folding carton is a paperboard or cardboard package that is printed on a press sheet, cut with a die (the exact outline of the box) and folded to assemble. It ships flat, takes up little room in your warehouse and sets up in seconds.
It is the most versatile package for presenting a product at retail, shipping it to your customer or turning a corporate gift into something people remember.
- Cosmetics
- Dry foods
- Online store products
- Corporate gifts
- Pharmacy
- Accessories
What types of boxes do we make?
Each style is adapted to the dimensions of your product.
- Tuck end carton
- The classic product box that closes at both ends, ideal for retail shelves.
- Auto bottom box
- Sets up in a single motion and holds heavier products.
- Gift box with handle
- Carries without a bag and works for kits, desserts and gifts.
- Shipping box
- Sturdier board so your product arrives in good condition.
Which materials and finishes do we offer?
We recommend a material based on the weight of your product and the image you want to project.
| Material | Ideal for | Finishes you can request |
|---|---|---|
| SBS paperboard | Product cartons with full color printing | Varnish, matte or gloss lamination, foil stamping |
| Kraft paperboard | A natural, handcrafted look | One or two color printing, custom die |
| Micro flute corrugated | Shipping and heavier products | Full color exterior printing, die cutting and gluing |
What do I need for a quote?
With this information we give you a price and lead time. If something is missing, we work it out together.
- Dimensions. Length, width and height in centimeters, or the product that goes inside.
- Quantity. An approximate number is enough for the first quote.
- Material. If you are not sure, tell us what it is for and we will recommend one.
- Inks and finishes. How many colors it uses and whether you want a special finish.
- Design. Your file in PDF or AI, or the idea so we can design it.
How we produce your custom folding cartons
Every order goes through the same five stages, with the same team from start to finish.
Design
We create your packaging from scratch or adapt the file you already have.
Prepress
We check dimensions, colors, bleeds and the die line before printing.
Offset printing
We print on press sheets of paper, paperboard or cardboard.
Finishing
We cut, fold, glue and assemble every piece.
Delivery
We pack your order and coordinate delivery with you.
Questions about custom folding cartons
What is the difference between a folding carton and a rigid box?
A folding carton is made from paperboard or thin cardboard, ships flat and you assemble it. A rigid box is made from thick board wrapped in printed paper, arrives assembled and gives a premium presentation. Learn more about rigid boxes.
Can you make boxes to fit my product?
Yes. Every box is produced to the dimensions you need. In prepress we design the die line for your product and review it with you before printing.
Do you design the box?
Yes. We can design the complete package or prepare the file you already have in prepress.
What is the minimum order?
It depends on the box type, the material and the finishes. We include it in your quote along with the price per piece.
Get a quote for your folding cartons
Send us your product dimensions and the quantity you need.