Custom Black Paper Tube Packaging

Technical specifications

Category	Spec
Core thickness	1.2–2.5 mm rigid paperboard
Wrap papers	Black dyed / black kraft / flood-black on white (128–200 gsm)
Liners	Aluminum foil / glassine / PE (as required)
Tolerances	Tube ±1.5 mm; lid fit tuned per wrap
Finishes	Soft-touch, anti-scuff, foil, emboss/deboss, spot UV
Printing	White ink, CMYK + Pantone accents
Barcodes	Quiet zone ≥ 2.5 mm, matte surface
Packing	Nested/stacked in master cartons; edge/corner protection

What it is & where it’s used

Black paper tube packaging (also called black cardboard tubes, black round paper box, or black cylinder packaging) is a rigid paper cylinder defined by ID × height × core thickness. It elevates cosmetics, candles, tea/coffee, snacks, apparel accessories, and premium gifts while keeping branding consistent across retail and e-commerce. For campaigns, multi-size families (S/M/L) share dielines to shorten approvals.

How to choose structure & size

Decide the unboxing, then lock the numbers. Pick a structure that matches the reveal and protection level, then set internal diameter and height to your product and insert.

Structure	Unboxing style	Best for	Notes
Telescopic (tube + lid)	Classic two-piece	Most SKUs	Cost-effective, easy to scale
Shoulder–neck rigid tube	Premium reveal	Fragrance, skincare, gifting	Tight lid fit, highest perceived value
Slip lid / rolled edge	Quick open	Gift sets, confectionery	Lower cost, fast cycles
Straight-wall vs spiral-wound	Clean lines vs max strength	Cosmetics vs heavier jars	Both are rigid; choose by look vs load

Sizing rules of thumb

• Internal diameter (ID): product Ø + 0.5–2.0 mm clearance
• Height: product H + 3–8 mm headspace (include liner/insert)
• Core thickness: 1.2–2.5 mm (thicker = higher crush resistance)
• Tolerances: tube ±1.5 mm; lid fit tuned to wrap thickness

Materials & sustainability

Start with mono-material paper; add barrier only when function demands it.

• Wraps: black dyed paper, black kraft, or white wrap flood-printed black (128–200 gsm)
• Cores: spiral-wound or straight-wound paperboard (FSC options)
• Liners (as needed): foil for aroma/moisture, glassine for food-contact friendliness, PE only where mandated
• Windows/Reveal: plastic-free die-cuts or cellulose windows
• Recyclability: all-paper tubes and black paper tube boxes recover easily; metal lids are curbside-recyclable in most markets

Printing & finishes (how to look premium on black)

Lock the color strategy before finishing.

• White ink underlay for high-contrast logos and copy; or white base + CMYK + Pantone accents
• Foil (gold/silver/colored) with emboss/deboss for tactile tiering
• Soft-touch + anti-scuff to keep dark wraps clean during handling
• Spot UV only on non-barcode zones; maintain quiet zones ≥ 2.5 mm
• Barcodes/QR: use matte panels; invert to light-on-dark or add a light patch for reliable scans

Inserts & protection (retail & DTC)

Match the insert to product weight and route risk before upgrading to foams.

• Paperboard disc/collar to lock bottle shoulders or candle vessels
• Corrugated nest for crush absorption in parcel networks
• Molded pulp for eco look and multi-cavity sets
• Foam (EVA/PE) only for premium display or fragile finishes; flocked options available
• DTC pairing: tubes load into black tube packaging with lid + corrugated mailer with tear-strip and matte label zones

Compliance & food-contact

We implement your RSL/food-contact requirements and labeling.

• Food contact (tea/coffee/snacks): compliant liners + water-based inks/adhesives
• Cosmetics: INCI/capacity/batch coding; magnets kept clear of barcode areas (if used)
• Documentation: spec sheet, material declarations, and pack photos with each lot

MOQ, sampling & lead time

• MOQ: typically 1,000–3,000 per size
• Sampling: 5–7 days (white dummy + wrapped sample; finish/foil proofs as needed)
• Production: 10–18 days after approvals (finish stack dependent)
• Trade terms: FOB/CIF/DDP; mixed-SKU pallets with maps and photos

Why POZI

• Color-safe blacks with soft-touch/anti-scuff recipes proven in transit
• Engineered lid fit and controlled crush strength for retail and DTC
• Reusable dielines across size families; faster approvals, lower risk
• Documented QC: dimensions, lid friction/fit, wrap adhesion, finish rub tests
• Sustainability options: FSC papers, mono-material designs, plastic-free reveals

FAQ

1) Can you print white on black?
Yes—direct white ink or white base + CMYK for fine detail.

2) Will soft-touch scratch?
We apply anti-scuff blends and pack with interleaves; outer cartons include edge protection.

3) Do I need a liner for food?
Choose foil for aroma/moisture, glassine for general food contact. If no barrier is required, go mono-material for easier recycling.

4) Paper or metal lids?
Metal offers durability; all-paper keeps a unified look and improves recyclability. We can quote both.

5) Can tubes ship without outer boxes?
For retail replenishment, often yes. For DTC, pair tubes with a corrugated mailer to pass parcel drops.

6) What do you need to quote?
ID × height × core thickness or product dimensions/weight, structure, wrap/finish, liner/insert, quantity tiers, delivery window, and Incoterms.

Buyer’s checklist

• ID × height × core thickness (or product Ø/height/weight)
• Structure: telescopic / shoulder–neck / slip lid / rolled edge
• Wrap & finish: black kraft or dyed; soft-touch, anti-scuff, foil, emboss, spot UV
• Liner & insert: foil, glassine, PE, or none; paperboard/corrugated/pulp/foam
• Quantity tiers & delivery window; Incoterms; any compliance marks

Request Dielines & a 24-Hour Quote

Send your dimensions and finish stack today—receive dielines, pricing tiers, and a dated sampling plan within one business day.