Quality
Choosing a format
Cardboard formats for presenting and grouping eggs, including half-dozen cartons and trays. Egg size, internal arrangement and outer packaging should be assessed together.
Frequently asked questions
Which product details matter?
How should I specify dimensions?
Are half-dozen cartons available?
Does egg size matter?
Does a tray replace outer packaging?
Is there a minimum quantity and a fixed price?
When is the lead time confirmed?
How to choose your packaging
Cardboard formats for presenting and grouping eggs, including half-dozen cartons and trays. Egg size, internal arrangement and outer packaging should be assessed together.
Specify egg count and size. Check the fit of each egg, the closure and how packs will be grouped for delivery; do not assume every format prevents breakage.
Product, dimensions and handling
- Dimensions: distinguish usable internal space from external dimensions.
- Contents: include bases, wrappers and dividers when calculating space.
- Handling: describe transport, stacking and storage conditions.
Confirm the material for the expected egg contact and describe moisture and storage conditions.
Customisation and printing
Ask about dimension and flexographic printing options. Send your logo or artwork and identify the panels you want printed. Text and graphic placement are agreed for the selected format.
Information needed for a quote
Provide quantity, required internal dimensions, contents and packed weight per box. Include printing artwork, destination and preferred date. If you already use packaging, share its dimensions and explain what you need to improve.
To prepare your request, read how to measure a cardboard box and our guide to choosing a box type for your product.
Measurement guide for your enquiry
| What to measure | How to specify it |
|---|---|
| Egg size | State the size or grade and maximum height and diameter, in mm, to check the fit. |
| Quantity and arrangement | Number of items per box and their intended arrangement. |
| Usable internal space | Internal length × width × height, in mm. |
Provide dimensions in millimetres and specify whether they are internal or external. Format and manufacturing are confirmed according to the design and material.
Potential applications
- Half-dozen cartons
- Confirm egg size and the fit of all six eggs.
- Farm-gate sales
- Include farm identification in the artwork.
- Food shops
- Match the retail unit to display space.
- Local markets
- Consider travel to the stall and handling during sales.
- Cooperative orders
- Distinguish references and pack counts per order.
- Restaurant supplies
- Confirm units per delivery and outer packaging.
- Branded presentation
- Allow space for producer text and graphics.