Custom ice cream boxes give butchers, seafood suppliers, farms, frozen food brands and grocery delivery services a way to package pints and ice cream sandwiches that looks professional, protects the product and fits the way your kitchen actually works.
Coated board stays firm in the freezer and wipes clean of drips. Every box is made from food-grade board, cut to your dimensions and printed in full colour, spot colours or a simple one-colour logo, with orders from 100 units and delivery to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide and regional areas.
What our ice cream boxes are used for
- Pints: repeat customers notice when the packaging looks consistent every time.
- Ice cream sandwiches: the food often travels further than you'd expect, so strength counts.
- Gelato cartons: a box that photographs well brings free exposure on social media.
- Take-home tubs: the box has to hold its shape from the counter to the customer's table.
Planning a range? Our guide, How to Choose the Right Size for Custom Ice Cream Boxes, goes into more detail.
Box styles
Choose the structure that suits the food and how your team packs it. We can also combine features or copy a box you already use.
- Coated carton: A folding carton that ships flat and assembles in seconds.
- Sleeve over tub: An open-ended printed band slides over a tray or container, branding it for less than a full box.
- Tuck end box: Flaps tuck in to close the box without glue or tape, which keeps unit cost down.
Sizes
These sizes suit most orders for ice cream boxes. Every box can be made to your exact inside dimensions.
| Popular size | Common use |
|---|---|
| 500 ml | pints |
| 1 L | ice cream sandwiches |
| 100 x 100 x 60 mm | gelato cartons |
| Custom | Any size to suit your product |
Materials and board
We match the board to the weight of the food and how far it travels. The main thing to plan for with ice cream boxes is condensation, freezer frost and the weight of wet produce.
- Grease- and moisture-resistant board: Board with a food-safe barrier coating on the inside to hold back oil, sauce and condensation. Ask for water-based barrier coatings if you want the box to stay easier to recycle.
- E-flute corrugated board: A thin corrugated board around 1.5 mm thick that adds crush strength and a little insulation while still printing cleanly. It is the standard for pizza boxes, mailers and heavier food orders.
- Kraft paperboard: Unbleached kraft has a natural brown finish that suits rustic, organic and eco-minded brands. It prints best with bold one- or two-colour artwork, because the brown base shifts lighter colours.
Food safety
All ice cream boxes are made from food-grade board. Where food touches the box directly, we recommend a barrier coating or liner, and print is kept on the outside. Our guide to food-safe packaging in Australia explains what the Food Standards Code expects from packaging.
Use a moisture-resistant coating on the inside and keep the cold chain unbroken from packing to delivery.
Printing and finishes
Print your logo in one colour, match exact brand colours with Pantone, or go full colour with CMYK. Finishes include matte and gloss coatings, spot UV, foil, embossing and windows. Not sure which to choose? Read CMYK vs Pantone for food packaging and our guide to coatings and finishes.
Sustainable options
Kraft and recycled-content board, film-free windows and water-based coatings all help your ice cream boxes recycle more easily. We can add the Australasian Recycling Label to your artwork, and certified compostable options are available for some styles.
How ordering works
- Send your details: size, quantity and style.
- Receive a dieline and quote for your exact size.
- Add artwork, or ask us to lay out your logo. See how to read a dieline.
- Approve your proof.
- Production in 10–15 business days.
- Delivery flat-packed to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide and regional Australia.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for custom ice cream boxes?
Most styles start from 100 units. The price per box drops as quantity increases, so larger runs give better value.
How long does production take?
Production is typically 10–15 business days after you approve the proof, plus delivery time to your location in Australia.
Are your ice cream boxes food safe?
Yes. We use food-grade board and can add grease or moisture barrier coatings for direct food contact. Print is kept to the outside unless you request otherwise.
Can I get ice cream boxes in a custom size?
Yes. Every box is made to order. Send your inside dimensions and we draw a dieline to fit.
Can I see a sample before ordering ice cream boxes?
Yes. Plain samples help you test the fit, and printed proofs are supplied before production.
Get a price for your boxes
Send your size and quantity. We reply with a dieline and quote.
