Custom Paper Take Out Boxes

Custom paper take out boxes are lightweight, food-safe cartons that carry hot or cold meals while putting your brand on every order. Paper packaging feels clean, modern and green in a way plastic never will, and a printed carton turns a simple takeaway into brand recognition. At Apexio Packaging, we make custom paper take out boxes in the USA from kraft and white food-grade paper with grease-resistant liners. With zero MOQ, free design, a free 3D mockup and free US shipping, you can order one sample or a full bulk run and get the same food-safe, on-brand carton. Get your free quote and free 3D design proof today – email sales@apexiopackaging.com or call +1 (855) 466-6990.

What Are Paper Take Out Boxes?

Paper take out boxes are foldable, food-grade cartons made from kraft or white paperboard for takeaway and delivery. They arrive flat or pre-glued, fold up fast, and lock shut with a tab or tuck top, while a grease-resistant or poly lining keeps oil and moisture inside. Lightweight yet sturdy, they suit fried food, noodles, sides and salads, and their smooth panels print sharply for branding. Kitchens often pair them with a folding pail like our custom Chinese takeout boxes.

Which Businesses Use Paper Take Out Boxes

Paper cartons suit any food business that wants lightweight, eco-friendly, printable takeaway packaging. Restaurants and cafes use them for everyday takeaway, bakeries and dessert shops box pastries and cookies, and delivery brands like the low weight that keeps courier costs down. Food trucks value fast folding at the window, and health-focused concepts choose kraft to signal clean eating. With zero MOQ, a new outlet can trial one printed design first.

Paper Carton Sizes and Portions

Cartons are cut to any capacity; the chart maps common ounce sizes to portions and dimensions.

Capacity (oz)	Dims (L x W x H)	Fits	Common use
16 oz	4.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 in	Snacks, sides	Small carton
26 oz	5.5 x 4 x 3 in	Single meals	Standard box
46 oz	7 x 5 x 3.5 in	Mains, noodles	Large box
64 oz	8 x 6 x 3.5 in	Family or combo meals	Family box
Window box	6 x 6 x 3 in	Salads, desserts	Display box

These are starting points, not limits. We size every carton around your portion, add compartments or a window on request, and cut custom dimensions, so food sits snug and the tab still locks shut.

Food-Grade Papers and Materials

Paper cartons use white or kraft food-grade paperboard, each paired with a grease or moisture barrier.

Material / paper	Weight	Barrier	Best for
White food-grade paperboard	14-18pt (250-350 gsm)	Grease-resistant or PE	Premium printed cartons
Natural kraft paper	14-18pt (250-350 gsm)	Grease-resistant or PLA	Eco cartons
Recycled paperboard	14-18pt (250-350 gsm)	PLA	Sustainable brands
Poly-coated paper	14-16pt (250-300 gsm)	PE moisture barrier	Wet and hot food

White paperboard prints the sharpest, kraft gives a natural, recyclable look, and a poly or PLA lining handles wet, hot dishes. All papers are food-safe, and FSC-certified stock is available, so we match the paper and barrier to your menu free.

Printing Options: Offset and Digital

We print paper cartons by two methods, chosen by run size, artwork and deadline.

Printing method	Best for	Main strength
Offset printing	Larger runs, brand-colour consistency	Sharpest detail, steady colour at scale
Digital printing	Short runs, samples, seasonal menus	No plates, fast and affordable

Offset printing uses plates for the crispest logo and steady colour across a large run, while digital printing skips plates for fast, affordable short runs and seasonal menus. Soy-based inks suit eco lines, and we recommend the better route free.

Colour Options: CMYK, PMS and RGB

Paper cartons print in CMYK and match exact Pantone (PMS) brand colours, while RGB stays for on-screen design.

Colour system	Use it for	Note
CMYK	Full-colour art, photos, gradients	Standard four-colour print
PMS (Pantone)	Exact logo and brand colours	Identical shade on every reprint
RGB	On-screen design and previews	Convert to CMYK before printing

CMYK reproduces full-colour menu art, while Pantone (PMS) matching locks a signature colour so every reprint stays consistent. Kraft shifts colours slightly, so we confirm on your proof. Our CMYK, PMS and RGB colour guide explains it simply.

Finishes and Food-Safe Coatings

Finishes set the look while coatings block grease and moisture inside the carton.

Finish / coating	Effect	Best for
Matte or gloss lamination	Sets surface feel and colour pop	Retail cartons
Grease-resistant coating	Blocks oil soak-through	Fried and oily food
PE food-safe lining	Leak and moisture barrier	Hot, wet dishes
Uncoated kraft	Natural, eco appearance	Organic brands
Spot UV or foil stamping	Gloss or metallic logo accent	Premium branding

Most cartons pair a light lamination or kraft finish with a grease-resistant barrier so oil stays put. Uncoated kraft keeps eco lines recyclable, while a foil or spot-UV logo lifts premium menus.

Windows, Handles and Add-Ons

Add-ons make the carton easier to assemble, carry, vent and display.

Option	What it does	Best for
Pre-glued foldable base	Fast one-motion assembly	High-volume service
Locking tab or tuck top	Seals the carton shut	Delivery orders
Steam vent holes	Releases steam, stops sogginess	Hot fried food
Window cut-out	Shows the food inside	Salads and desserts
Leak-resistant lining	Prevents sauce spills	Saucy dishes

A pre-glued base speeds up busy service, while a locking tab keeps the carton sealed. A window suits salads and desserts, much like our custom takeaway cake boxes, and vents stop fried food steaming soggy. Ready to build yours? Get a free quote and a free 3D proof now – email sales@apexiopackaging.com or call +1 (855) 466-6990.

Food Safety and Grease Resistance

Every paper take out box is food-grade and barrier-lined so hot, oily and saucy meals stay contained. Our paper is food-contact rated for direct food use, in line with FDA food-contact guidance, with grease-resistant or PE liners matched to the dish. Kraft and recycled options are recyclable or compostable for eco menus, and we confirm microwave suitability where the paper and coating allow it, so the carton protects the meal without soaking through.

Paper Take Out Boxes Across the USA

We produce and ship paper cartons free to food businesses nationwide. A Seattle cafe may want kraft cartons for pastries, while a Miami deli chooses white boxes with a window for salads. Apexio Packaging serves California, Texas, Florida, New York and Washington, plus Houston, Chicago, Denver and Atlanta, with free nationwide shipping on every order.

Wholesale Paper Cartons: Zero MOQ and Lead Time

Ordering wholesale paper cartons stays simple, with zero MOQ, free design and free US shipping. Test a single carton, then scale to bulk for daily service and lower per-unit pricing. Standard production runs about 5-7 business days after proof approval, with a RUSH option. For a fuller menu, pair cartons with our custom food boxes. Order now with zero MOQ and free US shipping – get your free quote today.

Our Quality Review Before Production

We review every carton for food safety, fit, print, coating and fold before it ships. We check portion fit, fold and tab strength, print registration, colour accuracy and barrier coverage, confirming the carton holds hot, oily food through delivery. Brands that switch from plain paper to printed cartons report stronger recall and fewer greasy leaks.

Order Custom Paper Take Out Boxes Today

Give your takeaway a carton that works and sells. Start with zero risk: no minimums, free design, a free 3D mockup and free US shipping. Send us your dish and logo, and our team builds food-safe paper cartons that resist grease, fold fast and brand every order. Get your free quote and free design proof now – email sales@apexiopackaging.com or call +1 (855) 466-6990.