Magnetic Closure Gift Boxes: Buying Guide
A magnetic closure box succeeds or fails on a two-second interaction: the panel should close with a clean, repeatable snap.
At a glance
- Wrapped greyboard shell with concealed magnets
- Jig-aligned placement for consistent closure
- Core thickness matched to magnet grade
- Ribbon pull or thumb notch options
Overview
A magnetic closure box succeeds or fails on a two-second interaction: the panel should close with a clean, repeatable snap. That feel is engineered, not accidental - it comes from magnet grade, placement, board thickness and wrap tension.
Our export desk can expand any point here into a written specification for your project.
Construction
A wrapped greyboard shell carries concealed magnets in the flap and body, aligned on a jig so every unit closes on the same line. Board thickness determines both the perceived weight and how deeply the magnets must be seated.
- Wrapped greyboard shell with concealed magnets
- Jig-aligned placement for consistent closure
- Core thickness matched to magnet grade
- Ribbon pull or thumb notch options
A short technical call usually resolves this faster than a long email thread.
Specification Details
Declare magnet strength, ribbon length and colour, insert material, inside printing and any foil or emboss on the flap. A collapsible version uses adhesive corners and ships flat, cutting cube substantially for ecommerce programmes.
- Magnet grade and placement tolerance
- Ribbon, notch or hidden pull options
- EVA, pulp or card inserts
- Collapsible flat-pack construction
A short technical call usually resolves this faster than a long email thread.
Costs and Minimums
Typical MOQ is 500 pieces; cost is driven by hand assembly, magnet components and any additional finishing pass. Ask for a quote that separates the collapsible and assembled versions so the freight saving is visible.
- Entry MOQ around 500 pieces
- Hand-assembly labour in the unit cost
- Separate quotes for collapsible and assembled
- Closure cycle testing on the sample
Our export desk can expand any point here into a written specification for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How strong should the magnet be?
- Strong enough to hold the flap closed in transit but easy to open; we set and test it on the approved sample.
- Can magnetic boxes ship flat?
- Yes, collapsible versions with adhesive corners ship flat and assemble in seconds.
- Do magnets affect air freight?
- Weak magnetic fields are generally acceptable, but declare them to your forwarder and follow the carrier's rules.
Ready to specify your packaging?
Send your artwork, target size and quantity. Our engineering team replies with a structural suggestion, an FOB price and a sampling plan within one working day.
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