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Product Sleeves and Belly Bands

Custom-printed product sleeve with colourful printing and gloss finish
Custom-printed product sleeve with colourful printing and gloss finish Full-colour printed sleeves with custom size, suitable for frozen products Custom sized belly band with multi colour printing and gloss finish, ideal and for branded packaging
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What are product sleeves?

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A box sleeve is a cost-effective packaging solution that is often used in place of or in conjunction with product boxes. It can function as either primary packaging when used to encase the product or as secondary packaging when it is slid over a closed product box. Product sleeves provide additional space for branding and informational content and enhance the unboxing experience. A thoughtfully designed product sleeve improves the visual appeal and makes a lasting impression on consumers.


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What are belly bands and are they different from product sleeves?

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A belly band is a type of product sleeve. These bands typically wrap around the middle of products and product boxes. Belly bands perform dual functions by keeping the products secure while providing additional branding space. The terms, packaging sleeves and belly bands, are often used interchangeably. The main difference is that while belly bands cover only a portion of the product, leaving the sides visible, product sleeves fully encase the product and cover all sides completely. Additionally, belly bands generally do not have any creases or fold lines as they are often used to wrap softer products like clothing or blankets.


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What benefits do sleeves offer compared to product boxes?

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Compared to regular product boxes, sleeves and belly bands are more versatile and provide unique benefits including:

  • Enhanced product visibility: Sleeves allow consumers to see the item clearly while effectively displaying branding information.
  • Cost-Efficiency: Sleeves and belly bands are manufactured using reduced amounts of cardstock or paper material leading to significantly lower production and shipping costs.
  • Versatile Branding Solution: Adding product sleeves can provide a convenient and cheap way to refresh existing product packaging for seasonal or holiday promotions.

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What are some examples of typical uses for sleeves and belly bands?

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Cardboard sleeves are incredibly versatile and suitable for packaging a wide range of products, including food containers, soaps, books, electronics, candles, cosmetics, apparel, and various other retail items. Sleeves come in handy for deploying multiple packaging finishes while maintaining a consistent look for the primary packaging design.


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Are product sleeves able to incorporate perforations, adhesive closures, or tear strips?

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Yes, sleeves can incorporate perforations, adhesive closures, or tear strips. These features can help enhance overall packaging by making it easier for customers to open it while also providing additional security and protection for the contents inside. In particular, perforation lines allow for easy tearing, adhesive closures offer resealability, and tear strips facilitate quick access to enclosed products.


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How can I determine the right size for product sleeves?

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To achieve the best fit for your product or box, it is important to provide accurate external measurements of the box length, width, and height. In addition, you will need to decide on how much of the box area do you want to cover with the sleeve. Once you share these dimensions with us, our team can assist in finalizing the sleeve dimensions to ensure a snug yet easily removable sleeve fit.


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What materials are used for manufacturing cardboard sleeves?

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You have the option to select from a wide range of materials, including kraft card, premium white cardstock, corrugated board, and textured or uncoated cards. These material choices are offered in various thicknesses to align with your project specifications. You can also opt for custom shapes and features such as foil stamping, embossing, and metallic inks to give your products a competitive edge.


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What form are product sleeves delivered in?

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Product sleeves come pre-creased. You can choose pre-glued sleeves for immediate use or those with self-adhesive tape for easy assembly. We also offer interlocking sleeves that are pre-creased and shipped flat. These sleeve ends are closed with the help of interlocking tabs that eliminate the need for glue or adhesive tape.

Material White: SBS (C1S), SBS (C2S), Uncoated Stock, Textured Stock
Brown: Natural Brown Kraft Card Stock
White Front Colored Back: CCNB (Grey Back), CCKB (Kraft Back)
Material Thickness Cardstock Thickness: 300 gsm, 350 gsm, 450 gsm, 600 gsm, Custom
Finishing Types Lamination: Gloss, Matte, Sandy Matte, Soft Touch, Pattern
Coating: Gloss AQ, Satin, Varnish, Spot UV, Flood UV
Features Foil Stamping
Embossing
Debossing
Die Cutting
Metallic Inks
Custom Size
Other Options Window Cutouts
Ribbons and Handles
Scoring and Gluing
Custom Perforation
SKU# RP-023

Custom Packaging Sleeves

From providing additional branding space to offering functional benefits such as product protection and evidence of tampering, custom-printed product sleeves and belly bands can help enhance product presentation and grab consumer attention. Product sleeves are ideal for items that either can be sold without any packaging or come in their own generic packaging. Soaps, fruits in plastic containers, pre-packaged cookies, tool sets, and clothing items are just some of the many products that are often packaged and branded using custom belly bands to elevate product presentation, improve brand visibility, and engage consumers on a deeper level.

How do Product Sleeves Work?

Custom packaging sleeves are typically shipped flat with a self-adhesive double-sided tape on one end of each sleeve. In order to apply the belly bands or sleeves to a product, the bands are wrapped around the underlying product packaging and the two sleeve ends are then sealed together with the help of the double-sided tape. Product sleeves can be made in custom sizes using a wide variety of different materials in order to have the required coverage area and durability.

Benefits of Product Sleeves and Belly Bands:

This versatile packaging solution offers many benefits, from additional branding opportunities to functional advantages, including:

  • Extended Branding Space: One of the primary advantages of sleeves is their ability to provide additional space for branding elements. With ample surface area available for logos, slogans, and other product information, product sleeves allow brands a great opportunity to reinforce brand identity and effectively communicate key marketing messages.
  • Enhanced Product Presentation: Belly bands serve as eye-catching accents that elevate the overall presentation of packaged products. Whether used to showcase limited-edition releases or bundle multiple items together, this packaging solution adds a touch of elegance and sophistication  to a wide variety of product packaging solutions.
  • Functional Versatility: Product sleeves offer practical benefits such as product protection and tamper evidence besides their aesthetic appeal. They provide an extra layer of security, assuring consumers of product integrity and safety.
  • Customization Options: Sleeves are highly customisable, allowing brands to tailor their packaging design to suit specific product requirements and branding objectives. From choosing custom-cut shapes, materials, and finishes to incorporating unique design elements, brands can create packaging solutions that reflect their unique identity and are likely to resonate with their target audience.
  • Cost-effective: Belly bands and sleeves not only provide a unique way of packaging products; they are also more cost effective due to the reduced amount of material and labor required to produce them. In addition, the reduced material usage helps in reducing overall shipment weights.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Belly bands offer additional space for mandatory information such as product ingredients, allergen details, nutritional values, and safety warnings, ensuring compliance with safe packaging requirements without compromising design aesthetics. In addition, belly bands and sleeves function as tamper-evident seals, providing visible evidence of product integrity.
  • Sustainability: Product sleeves play a vital role in achieving packaging regulations while promoting product safety, transparency, and environmental responsibility. By utilizing recyclable or biodegradable materials in the manufacturing of these sleeves, brands can demonstrate their commitment to environmental sustainability while complying with regulatory standards.

Usage of Product Sleeves and Belly Bands:

From conveying product information and enhancing shelf presence to creating memorable unboxing experiences, using product sleeves and belly bands opens up creative possibilities for product manufacturers and retailers looking to elevate their packaging. Prominent benefits include:

  • Promotional Campaigns: Product sleeves are ideal for new promotional campaigns, seasonal releases, and limited-edition products. Brands often use these packaging components to create consumer excitement and anticipation, driving sales and brand engagement.
  • Brand Cohesion: These sleeves can help maintain consistency and cohesion across a brand's product lineup. By incorporating consistent branding elements such as colours, fonts, and imagery, brands reinforce brand recognition and build consumer trust.
  • Special Occasions: Custom-printed sleeves are perfect for special occasions such as holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries. Product manufacturers can create customised packaging solutions that celebrate these events, making products feel more personalised and meaningful to consumers.

Product sleeves complement various box styles, enhancing their functionality and visual appeal. When paired with lightweight folding carton boxes, sleeves offer additional branding space and product protection, creating a sophisticated packaging presentation. Similarly, when combined with premium finish rigid boxes or magnetic closure boxes, sleeves can add a layer of elegance and customization, elevating the overall packaging experience. Additionally, sleeves enhance the unboxing experience of custom corrugated mailer boxes by providing an extra layer of branding. By incorporating product sleeves that wrap around transparent clamshell packaging, product manufacturers can add an additional layer of branding and product information without obstructing the product view.

In conclusion, these sleeves offer many benefits and creative possibilities for brands looking to elevate their packaging design. Whether used for branding, protection, or promotional purposes, these versatile packaging sleeves can help in making a lasting impression on consumers and enhance overall consumer experience.



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