Printing on paper tubes requires different design specs than flat packaging. The curved surface, seam position, and color behavior on paper all affect the final result. Here’s what you need to know before submitting artwork.
Artwork Setup for Round Tubes
- Flat width = diameter × π + seam overlap (5–8mm)
- Keep logos, barcodes, and key text away from the seam area
- CMYK color mode, 300dpi minimum, 3–5mm bleed
Paper Stock and Color
White board stock gives the most accurate color reproduction. Kraft paper adds a warm, natural tone. For high-saturation designs, a white base layer before full-color printing is recommended.
Special Finishes
Hot stamping and spot UV work well on tubes but must avoid the seam. Embossing is applied flat before rolling — request a physical sample to verify final appearance on the curved surface.
Proofing
Always request a structural proof (white sample) before a color proof. This verifies dimensions, seam placement, and lid fit before committing to print costs.
Typical first-order budget: NT$20,000+ (varies by spec).
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Structure Selection Comparison
The table below summarizes common structure types, ideal use cases, and MOQ reminders:
| Structure Type | Ideal For | MOQ Reminder |
|---|---|---|
| Folding Carton / Flat Bag | Mass retail, mainstream volume | 500 units+ |
| Rigid Box / Top-Bottom / Handle Bag | Premium brands, gift boxes | 100-300 units+ |
| Drawer Box / Custom Structure | Multi-SKU sets, subscription boxes | 300 units+, higher tooling cost |
| Cylinder / Paper Can / 3D Bag | Cream, fragrance, gift items | 200 units+, requires specialist |
Material & Surface Finishing Comparison
Material determines the structural strength, texture, and cost. The comparison below covers common options:
| Material Type | Ideal For | Cost Note |
|---|---|---|
| C2S Art Paper 280-350 gsm | Mid-to-premium mainstream | Stable supply, most cost-friendly |
| Fine Art / Imported Paper 200-280 gsm | Premium brands, limited editions | Color matching requires sample, longer lead time |
| FSC Certified / Recycled Paper | ESG sustainable brand positioning | Certification fee, 500 units+ |
| Special Finishing (Foil / Spot UV / Embossing) | Premium gift boxes, brand flagship | Sample required, stacking processes add cost |
When This Guide Doesn’t Fit Your Project
This guide covers most starter brands and flexible inventory scenarios, but the following are not the right fit — consider alternative suppliers or materials to avoid procurement delays or budget overruns:
- Single SKU annual volume stable above 50,000 units (direct mass production unit cost is lower; small-batch sourcing is not cost-effective)
- Long-term reorders with unchanged specs (no need to resample for evergreen products; the proposal flow is overkill)
- Pure glass / plastic bottles / metal canister sourcing (paper packaging factory MOQ doesn’t fit; find material-specific specialists)
- Pure accessory sourcing (cards, stickers, manuals, corrugated cartons) — use accessory-specific channels
- 45+ day cross-border ocean freight (paper is moisture-sensitive; consider metal / plastic containers or special treatment)
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