Pricing Guide
By LuxoPacks Factory Team
Separate tooling, samples and logistics so you can see which design decision changes the total; this guide is not a current price list.
This guide explains how factories build a custom gift box quotation. There is no dependable public price for every combination of size, board, insert, finishing, quantity, packing method, and delivery term, so LuxoPacks confirms pricing only after reviewing a written specification.
How to use this guide: Use the comparison below to choose a construction, then prepare the RFQ checklist at the end. The result is a comparable specification rather than a misleading one-number estimate.
Cost Scope by Box Construction
Separate the recurring construction from one-time preparation. Two offers for a “rigid gift box” may differ in insert, board, wrapping, tooling or assembly. Use the structure comparison to identify those differences rather than converting an incomplete offer into an assumed full price.
| Box construction | Cost scope to separate | Sample or packing check |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic rigid box | Board and wrap; magnets; flap and hinge work; insert; finishing | Magnet alignment, flap closure and wrap edges with the product loaded |
| Rigid lid-and-base box | Separate lid and base board; wrap area; fit allowance; inner protection | Lid clearance, removal feel and scuffing between the two parts |
| Sliding drawer box | Tray and sleeve construction; pull tab; liners; fitting work | Sliding fit, stop position and loaded tray movement |
| Corrugated mailer | Flute and liner grade; printing; die cutting; locking tabs; shipping protection | Folded dimensions, closure engagement and the agreed transit-test scope |
| Paper gift bag | Paper grade; print; handles; base reinforcement; assembly | Loaded handling, handle attachment and intended carrying use |
| Collapsible magnetic box | Scoring; corner fixing; magnets; flat packing; destination assembly work | Assembly sequence, panel squareness, actual folded-unit and export-carton dimensions |
This is a construction checklist, not a price list. The six variables below explain how to define the remaining specification and delivery scope.
The 6 Factors That Drive Custom Gift Box Pricing
Box Size
Change one cost driver at a time when requesting alternatives. A smaller internal layout, simpler finish and different insert each affect a different part of the pack. Combining all three changes in one revised quote makes it difficult to identify the saving or judge the lost functionality.
Board Thickness
Board grade and thickness affect rigidity, edge finish, and material usage. Ask each supplier to state the board specification rather than comparing “luxury” labels.
Finishing
Lamination, foil, embossing, spot UV, printing, and interior finishing each add setup or production work. Request one line item per technique.
Printing Colours
Artwork coverage, colour count, Pantone matching, and print process affect setup and production. Include the final artwork or a representative file in the RFQ.
Insert Type
EVA, velvet, molded paper, and folded-card inserts change tooling, assembly, and packing. State the product footprint and protection requirement.
Quantity (MOQ)
Quantity changes setup allocation and material planning. Ask the supplier to confirm feasibility for the exact structure, print, insert and finish; a tier in this guide is not an accepted MOQ.
Finishing Cost Breakdown
Finishing is where many buyers get surprised. Ask the factory to separate one-time tooling, per-unit finishing, and any setup charge for the selected quantity:
| Finishing Technique | Quotation line to request | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Soft-Touch Matte Lamination | Per-unit finishing + setup | State coverage and wrap paper in the RFQ. |
| Gloss Lamination | Per-unit finishing + setup | State coverage and target sheen. |
| Gold Foil Stamping | Tooling + per-unit finishing | State foil colour, coverage, and die reuse. |
| Embossing / Debossing | Tooling + per-unit finishing | Attach artwork and state relief direction. |
| Spot UV | Plate/setup + per-unit finishing | Attach the spot layer or marked artwork. |
| Full-Colour CMYK Offset Print | Plates/setup + per-unit print | State colour profile and print coverage. |
| Interior Print / Foil | Per-unit finishing + setup | Specify interior panel and coverage. |
| Ribbon Pull | Material + assembly line | State ribbon material, width, and attachment point. |
| EVA Foam Insert | Tooling + insert assembly | Provide product footprint and protection needs. |
| Velvet Tray Insert | Tray + covering + assembly | Provide compartments, colour, and fit tolerance. |
One-time tooling fees: Die-cut molds, embossing dies, and printing plates should be listed separately and identified as reusable or project-specific. Ask how they are handled on repeat orders.
Three RFQ Scenarios to Compare
Use the same written specification when comparing factories. These scenarios show how scope changes the quotation; they are not public prices.
Scenario 1 — Entry-Level Premium
Rigid lid and base box, defined finished dimensions, standard board, one exterior finish, one-colour logo, and no insert. Request the tooling, unit, packing, and delivery lines separately.
Scenario 2 — Mid-Range Luxury
Magnetic rigid gift box with a defined board grade, soft-touch wrap, one foil logo, and ribbon pull. Ask the supplier to state magnet specification, assembly, and packing assumptions.
Scenario 3 — Full Luxury Treatment
Magnetic rigid gift box with multi-surface finishing, interior branding, a fitted velvet insert, and ribbon. Request a sample approval gate because each added operation affects fit and assembly.
How Quantity Affects Price: MOQ Tiers Explained
Quantity changes setup allocation and material planning. Compare the same specification at several tiers, and ask the supplier to show what changes in tooling, packing, and delivery terms.
| Quantity | What to compare | RFQ checkpoint |
|---|---|---|
| 100 pcs | Setup allocation and sample approval | Confirm MOQ and tooling treatment |
| 300 pcs | Material planning and packing format | Confirm lead time and carton assumptions |
| 500 pcs | Unit economics and assembly | Request a complete landed-cost comparison |
| 1,000 pcs | Production scheduling | Confirm inspection and split-shipment options |
| 2,000+ pcs | Repeatability and storage | Confirm capacity and reorder terms |
For a new design, choose the quantity that matches your testing and inventory plan. The comparison tiers above do not establish a minimum order for a product. Confirm the exact construction and supplier acceptance at each tier.
What Is Not Included in Box Prices
Do not assume these lines are included or excluded: ask the supplier to identify their treatment in the written quotation.
- Freight / shipping: Compare carton dimensions, packed quantity, mode, destination, and Incoterm. Ask for the assumptions behind any freight estimate.
- Import duties: Confirm the HS classification and destination-country rules with your broker; duties are not universal.
- Samples: Ask whether a physical sample, tooling, courier, and sample revisions are itemised separately.
- Inspection and packing: Confirm inspection scope, inner packing, master-carton marks, and pallet requirements before approval.
How to Get an Accurate Quote
Once the cost components are clear, use the same-specification supplier comparison guide and blank quote comparison worksheet (CSV). The file contains fields and calculation instructions, not prices. For transport-sensitive projects, compare the collapsible magnetic format.
To get a precise price from a China manufacturer, provide the following in your first message:
- Box type — magnetic, lid and base, mailer, drawer, etc.
- Outer dimensions — length × width × height with units; label product, usable interior and closed exterior separately
- Board thickness — 1.5mm, 2mm, or 2.5mm (or ask for recommendation)
- Quantity — your target order quantity
- Finishing — foil colour, lamination type, print requirements
- Insert — none / foam / velvet tray / paper tray
- Logo file — PDF or AI vector file preferred
Check the measurement basis and material choices, then email your RFQ brief to info@luxopacks.com or send it through WhatsApp. Include destination, delivery term and target date so production and logistics can be reviewed together.
Get a Factory-Direct Price for Your Gift Boxes
Send us your box size, quantity, logo, insert, finishing, packing, destination, and target date. We’ll review the brief and prepare an itemised quotation; confirm the appropriate sample or mockup route in the reply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a custom magnetic gift box cost in China?
There is no reliable one-size-fits-all price for a custom magnetic gift box. The factory quote depends on finished dimensions, board and wrap materials, insert, closure, finishing, order quantity, packing method, and delivery terms. Send those specifications in an RFQ for a comparable quotation.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom gift boxes from China?
MOQ depends on the structure, materials, print process, insert and finish. The quantities in this guide are RFQ comparison scenarios, not a company-wide minimum. Ask the supplier to confirm feasibility and any changed specification for each requested tier.
Does adding gold foil significantly increase cost?
Gold foil cost depends on coverage, die size, number of colours, substrate, and quantity. Ask the factory to separate one-time tooling from the per-unit finishing line so different quotations can be compared fairly.
Are there hidden costs when ordering from China?
Ask for separate lines for freight, duties, samples, tooling, inspection, packing, and any courier or pallet requirements. A transparent factory will state which assumptions are included and which remain for the buyer to confirm.
How do I get the best price on custom gift boxes?
To control total cost, keep the written specification stable, compare the same quantity and Incoterm, avoid unnecessary finishing changes, and ask whether tooling can be reused on repeat batches. The best choice depends on your inventory and presentation requirements.
How do I get an accurate price quote for custom gift boxes?
Provide the box type, finished dimensions, board and wrap materials, insert, closure, quantity, logo artwork, finishing requirements, packing method, destination, and target delivery date. LuxoPacks can then review the specification and return a project-specific quotation.
LuxoPacks is a factory-direct custom gift boxes manufacturer in Dongguan, Guangdong, China. We produce magnetic gift boxes, rigid lid and base boxes, mailer boxes, drawer boxes and luxury paper bags to the agreed project specification. Contact us to confirm feasibility, MOQ and quotation scope.
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Put this guide into practice
Keep the baseline quote and each alternative on the same cost sheet. Mark what changes in the sample and what remains excluded so a saving can be evaluated against the product’s actual requirements.
