Custom Slope Top Reverse Tuck End
Angling the top panel does something a flat carton cannot. The face tilts toward the shopper, so branding reads properly on a low shelf rather than disappearing from view. It also looks distinctive among a row of square boxes. We produce a lot of slope top reverse tuck end work at ZEE Packaging and the angled face is what makes it worth the extra tooling.
The Angle Faces The Shopper
A slope top reverse tuck end tilts toward the eye.
- The top panel slopes rather than sitting flat
- Branding reads properly from a standing position
- It works particularly well on lower shelves
- The shape stands out among square cartons
- The angled face gives a distinct printed surface
- It still uses a standard reverse tuck closure
Most brands choosing a slope top reverse tuck end want visibility on a shelf below eye level.
Angled Cutting Costs A Little More
The shape brings production considerations.
- A custom shaped die is needed rather than a standard one
- That tooling is charged once, not per order
- Angled score lines need precise alignment
- The tuck flap must suit the sloped panel
- Nesting is less efficient, so board waste rises
- It does not stack as neatly as a flat topped carton
- Standard slope top reverse tuck end the everyday build
- With a tongue lock resisting accidental opening
- Window version showing product through the sloped face
- With a hang tab for peg display
- With a die cut insert holding contents steady
- Deep format for taller products
Sizes We Print Regular
Every slope top reverse tuck end carton is built to your product, though these run often:
- 3" x 2" x 5" for a standard retail item
- 4" x 3" x 6" for a larger product
- 2" x 2" x 4" for a small format
- 5" x 3" x 7" for a mid size item
- 6" x 4" x 8" for a bulkier product
- 2.5" x 2" x 4" for a compact carton
Board And Print
- SBS C1S at 18pt to 24pt for retail applications
- CCNB and duplex where a grey back is acceptable
- Kraft board for a natural or artisan position
- Matte, gloss and soft touch lamination
- Foil, spot UV and deboss on the sloped face
- Food grade certified stock where required
The sloped panel is the surface that sells. It faces the shopper directly, so we would put the strongest branding there rather than on the front.
Materials Worth Choosing
- Recycled board grades, widely available here
- FSC certified stock, certificate available on request
- Soy based ink through the whole run
- No glue on the closure, keeping recycling simple
- Aqueous coating rather than plastic lamination
- Right sizing so no board is wasted per carton
How Your Order Runs Here
- 100 unit minimum, so a small brand can test the shape
- Free 3D mockup and flat proof before anything prints
- Free dieline drawn by our own designer
- Physical sample on request to check the angle and fold
- Urgent turnaround at 5 to 8 business days
- Free shipping worldwide with nothing hidden
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the shaped tooling expensive?
Less than most people assume, and charged once. Across a few hundred cartons it barely moves the price.
Does it stack on a shelf?
Less neatly than a flat top. Retailers usually display these single height, which suits the format anyway.
Will the angled folds crease cleanly?
With correct scoring, yes. Angled scores need more precision, which is why we sample shaped dies first.
Where should the branding go?
On the sloped panel. It faces the shopper directly and is seen before the front face on a low shelf.
Will the tuck still hold?
Yes, it works exactly as a standard reverse tuck. Only the top geometry differs.
Can we add a window?
Yes, usually on the sloped face. It shows the product at the angle shoppers view from.
How much is a slope top reverse tuck end box?
Rough estimate is $0.20 to $0.60 per unit plain, $0.32 to $0.85 with print and $0.50 to $1.30 with finishing at moderate quantity. Tooling is a small one off. Shipping is included in our price. This is estimate only, so ask our team for a exact quote.
