Custom Four Corner Tray with Lid
Sometimes you want the lid to come away completely rather than staying attached. A separate lid lifts off, gets set aside, and leaves a clean tray beneath with nothing folded over the edge. For display and for gifting, that reveal works better than a hinged or tucked top. We produce a lot of four corner tray with lid work at ZEE Packaging and the two piece build has its own advantages.
A Lid That Comes Away
A four corner tray with lid separates into two clean parts.
- The lid lifts off entirely rather than folding back
- Nothing sits over the tray edge once opened
- The reveal shows the whole contents at once
- Both parts use locked corners for rigidity
- Neither half needs glue or tape to hold shape
- The tray displays cleanly with the lid removed
Most operators choosing a four corner tray with lid want the presentation of a lift off rather than a tuck.
Both Halves Have To Agree
Two separate parts need to fit each other.
- Too tight and the lid binds going on
- Too loose and it lifts off in transit
- Board caliper on both parts affects the fit
- Lamination adds thickness, changing the tolerance
- Overlap depth decides how secure the closure feels
- We sample both halves together rather than separately
- Full depth lid covering the whole tray beneath
- Shallow lid showing the printed tray sides
- Window lid showing product through a die cut
- Telescoping version adjusting to content height
- Deep tray format for taller products
- Food grade version for bakery and catering use
Sizes We Print Regular
Every four corner tray with lid is built to your product, though these run often:
- 10" x 7" x 3" for a standard format
- 12" x 9" x 4" for a larger unit
- 8" x 8" x 5" for a cake or bakery box
- 8" x 6" x 2" for compact items
- 14" x 10" x 4" for a bulk tray
- 6" x 4" x 2" for small products
Send us the loaded height, since the lid is sized against the filled tray rather than the empty one.
Board And Print
- SBS C1S at 18pt to 24pt for retail formats
- E flute corrugated for lighter shipping applications
- B flute where the tray carries real weight
- Kraft board for a natural or bakery position
- Litho laminated corrugated for full color print
- Food grade certified stock where food is involved
Printing the tray sides is worth considering. With a shallow lid those sides stay visible, and most people leave them plain without thinking about it.
Materials Worth Choosing
- Recycled board and corrugated, standard in these grades
- FSC certified stock, certificate available on request
- Soy based ink through the whole run
- No adhesive at all in either half
- Aqueous coating rather than plastic lamination
- Right sizing so no board is wasted per set
What Happens On Your Order
- 100 unit minimum, so a small brand can test the format
- Free 3D mockup and flat proof before anything prints
- Free dieline drawn by our own designer
- Physical sample on request to check the fit between halves
- Urgent turnaround at 5 to 8 business days
- Free shipping worldwide with nothing hidden
Frequently Asked Questions
Why a separate lid rather than attached?
Because it comes away completely, which presents better. An attached lid folds back and sits over the edge.
Will the lid come off in transit?
Not at the right tolerance, though a band or sticker adds security for anything carried loose.
Does it need glue?
No. Corners lock mechanically on both halves, so nothing is bonded anywhere.
Full depth or shallow lid?
Full depth protects better. Shallow shows the printed tray sides, which helps on display.
Can it hold a cake?
Yes, in food grade stock with the right head clearance. It is a very common bakery build.
Do both parts ship flat?
Yes, and both fold in a few seconds. Storage stays minimal for the pair.
How much is a four corner tray with lid?
Rough estimate is $0.55 to $1.40 per set in plain board, $0.90 to $2.20 with print and $1.60 to $3.60 for litho laminated at moderate quantity. Size moves it. Shipping is included in our price. This is estimate only, so ask our team for a exact quote.
