Custom Knife Boxes & Knife Packaging
A knife is the only product we package that can cut its way out of the box. That sounds dramatic but it is a real problem, and a blade working through a thin panel in transit is both a damaged order and a safety issue. We print a fair amount of knife packaging at ZEE Packaging and everything start from containing the edge properly.
The Edge Has To Be Controlled
Before we talk print or finish, the blade need to be locked down inside the knife box.
- Blade guard or edge sheath on every unit, not optional
- Die cut cradle so the knife sit tight with no travel
- Board or pulp barrier between the edge and the outer wall
- Never let two blade share a well in a set knife box
- Tape or flap closure that stay shut if the carton get dropped
- Corrugated outer whenever knife packaging ship on it own
We have been sent competitor sample where the blade had already sliced the sleeve. It is the first thing we design out.
- Rigid lid and base with insert presentation knife box for chef and gift range
- Corrugated shipper with cradle the everyday knife packaging for ecommerce
- Sleeve over a tray clean look, cheaper than full rigid
- Tuck end folding carton paring, utility and lighter blade
- Window carton shows the blade finish and handle material
- Magnetic book style premium collector knife box
Sizes We Print Often
Every knife box is built to your blade length, but these come up regular:
- 6" x 2.5" x 1" for a paring knife
- 10" x 3" x 1.5" for a santoku or utility
- 14" x 3.5" x 1.5" for an 8 inch chef knife box
- 16" x 4" x 2" for a slicer or bread knife
- 18" x 12" x 2" for a five piece set
- 8" x 3" x 1.5" for a folding pocket knife packaging carton
Measure the full length including handle butt, and tell us the handle depth too because that usually decide the box depth.
Board And Puncture Resistance
Thin board and a sharp edge are a bad pairing.
- B flute corrugated as our baseline for a boxed blade
- Double wall on chef set and heavy bolster knife
- Rigid greyboard 36pt or 48pt for presentation knife packaging
- SBS C1S litho laminated where you want print plus strength
- Kraft board only over an inner tray, never against the blade
- E flute on small paring and folding knife only
Protecting The Finish
Mirror polish and damascus pattern show every mark, so the inside count.
- Anti tarnish or VCI paper layer
- Flocked or foam bed on premium knife box
- Molded pulp cradle for a plastic free option
- Individual well so no two piece touch
- Snug fit, movement is what cause the scratch
What Belongs On The Panel
- Blade length and full length
- Steel type, VG10, X50CrMoV15, damascus and so on
- Handle material, pakkawood, G10 or micarta
- Hardness rating in HRC
- Care instruction and dishwasher warning
- Age restriction notice where the market require it
Our prepress team check every line against the dieline so nothing get trimmed at the edge.
Lower Impact Options
- Recycled corrugated knife box
- Molded pulp cradle instead of foam or flock
- FSC certified board, certificate on request
- Soy based ink through the run
- Paper blade sheath rather than plastic
- Right sized knife packaging so you ship less air
What You Can Expect From Us
- 100 unit minimum on every knife box design
- Free 3D mockup and flat proof before we print
- Free dieline drawn by our own designer
- Urgent turnaround at 5 to 8 business day
- Free shipping worldwide, no hidden cost
- One team from artwork right through to delivery
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you supply the blade sheath as well?
We do, in board or molded pulp. Plastic guard you would normally source, though we size the knife packaging around whichever you use.
Can the blade cut through the carton?
It can if the fit is loose and there is no guard. A sheath plus a snug cradle stop the edge ever touching the wall.
What is the price of a knife box?
Rough estimate is $0.50 to $1.30 per unit for folding carton, $1.20 to $2.90 for corrugated with cradle and $3.00 to $7.50 for rigid presentation at moderate quantity. Insert type and set size move it a lot. Shipping is included in our price. This is estimate only, so ask our team for a exact quote.
Which insert for a five piece set?
A die cut cradle with a separate well per knife. Two blade in one well is how you end up with scratch and chip.
Will a window weaken the box?
Slightly, so we place it away from the blade edge and reinforce around the cut. On a rigid knife box it make no real difference.
Do you handle age restriction wording?
We print whatever the market require and you supply. We do not write the compliance text ourselves.
Is anti tarnish paper needed?
On carbon steel yes, definitely. On stainless it is optional but plenty of brand still include it.
