- Triangular deli wedges, rectangular sando boxes, long baguette sleeves, and multi-sandwich catering trays.
- Minimum order of 1,000 boxes built in 10 to 14 business days, with 4 to 5 business day rush available.
- Wrap-around diagonal windows display sliced layers clearly in 38-degree cafe, grocery, and airport cold cases.
- Free custom dielines, artwork support, digital proof, 3D mockup before payment, and free US shipping.
Custom Sandwich Boxes
Custom sandwich boxes printed with your cafe, deli, or commissary branding for chilled grab-and-go triangle wedges, Japanese katsu sandos, 6 and 12 inch sub rolls, hot paninis, and office catering platters. Starting at 1,000 boxes in 10 to 14 business days (rush in 4 to 5), with free design help, zero die fees, and free 50-state shipping. Food-safe materials are available on request.
What are custom sandwich boxes?
Custom sandwich boxes are die-cut paperboard, unbleached kraft, or E-flute corrugated containers shaped to hold sliced bread wedges, thick brioche sandos, crusty baguettes, wraps, and catering assortments without squashing soft crumb or leaking dressing. In a cold grab-and-go case, shoppers buy with their eyes: a triangular wedge box or rectangular sando carton uses a clear wrap-around window patched across the diagonal cut line so customers inspect every layer of turkey, avocado, bacon, or tonkatsu before picking up the package. For hot-pressed paninis, lobster rolls, and footlong subs, oblong clamshells and tear-strip sleeves keep crusty rolls warm and easy to eat with one hand. At CubitPack, custom sandwich boxes start at 1,000 units and take 10 to 14 business days (4 to 5 with rush), with free design help, zero die fees, free 50-state shipping, and food-safe liners on request.
Sandwich boxes facts
- Minimum
- 1,000 boxes
- Turnaround
- 10–14 business days
- Rush
- 4–5 business days, quoted
- Materials
- Unbleached kraft, white paperboard, E-flute corrugated, recycled board
- Printing
- Full-color CMYK, Pantone spot matching, inside print, white ink on kraft
- Finishes
- Matte, gloss, soft-touch, foil stamping, embossing, spot UV
- Sandwich features
- Diagonal hypotenuse window, easy-open tear strip, rear lock tab, dividers
- Food contact
- Food-safe materials on request
- Shipping
- Free across all 50 US states
Which sandwich box style fits your bread cut and display counter?
| Box style | Best sandwich type | Window & opening | How it loads | Best sales channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle grab-and-go wedge | Diagonally cut Pullman loaf & club sandwiches | Clear window wraps across diagonal face + spine | Rear panel folds shut and locks with tuck tab | Cafe cold cases, airports, markets, micro-markets |
| Rectangular sando window box | Japanese katsu sando, egg sando, thick brioche halves | Wide top window shows both center-cut halves | One-piece tuck end or hinged top lid | Specialty bakeries, sando shops, coffee bars |
| Oblong sub & baguette clamshell | 6 in and 12 in subs, banh mi, po'boys, hot dogs | Hinged lid (solid or windowed) + side steam vents | Top-load long trough with front tab lock | Sub shops, delis, takeout & delivery apps |
| Open-top lobster roll cradle | Split-top New England lobster rolls, loaded brioche dogs | Open top collar shows mounded filling upright | Pop-open flat base holds roll vertical | Seafood shacks, food trucks, stadium concessions |
| Tear-strip wrap & panini sleeve | Pressed paninis, tortilla wraps, burritos, flatbreads | Open end or windowed center with zipper tear strip | Slides in from end; customer tears middle strip to eat | Hot-case grab-and-go, drive-thru, commuter cafes |
| Catering platter window box | 12 to 24 sandwich halves, wraps & side salads | Large top display window + optional insert dividers | Lock-corner or auto-lock corrugated tray | Corporate office lunches, event catering |
Not sure which style fits?
Request a Quote →What size sandwich box fits triangle wedges, subs, sandos, and catering trays?
Triangle wedge boxes are sized by the two right-angle bread sides (Length × Height) and the Spine Depth across the back. Rectangular sando, sub, and catering boxes use standard inside Length × Width × Height in inches. Whether you are comparing triangle sandwich wedge boxes with window, printed sub and baguette sandwich boxes, grab and go deli sandwich packaging, japanese sando display boxes or catering sandwich platter boxes, we size the template to your exact container.
| Inside size (in) | Typically fits | Popular style |
|---|---|---|
| 5.0 × 5.0 × 2.75 in | Standard 2-half triangle sandwich cut from a 4.5 × 4.5 in Pullman loaf | Triangle wedge box with diagonal window |
| 5.25 × 5.25 × 3.5 in | Triple-decker club sandwich or thick sourdough diagonal halves | Deep-spine triangle wedge box |
| 5.25 × 3.75 × 2.75 in | Two rectangular center-cut halves (katsu sando, egg sando, or brioche toast) | Rectangular top-window sando box |
| 7.0 × 3.25 × 3.0 in | 6-inch sub roll, Vietnamese banh mi, or split-top New England lobster roll | Oblong sub clamshell or open cradle |
| 13.0 × 3.5 × 3.25 in | 12-inch footlong hoagie, French baguette sandwich, or hero roll | Long oblong clamshell or tear-strip sleeve |
| 16.0 × 12.0 × 3.5 in | Corporate catering platter holding 16 to 20 sandwich halves or pinwheel wraps | Corrugated lock-corner window platter |
Suggested inside size: 5.0 × 5.0 × 2.75 in
A starting point. Your account manager confirms the size with you before the proof.
Quote this size →Know your product's size? Work out the inside box size with our free box size calculator.
Have your inside dimensions ready? Request pricing across up to 3 quantities.
Request a Quote →How do I choose sandwich boxes?
- Match the box to how you slice the breadDiagonal corner-to-corner cuts fit triangle wedges; straight center cuts fit rectangular sando boxes.
- Check your spine depth for club layersUse a 2.75 in spine for two-slice deli sandwiches and step up to a 3.5 in spine for triple-decker clubs.
- Add wrap-around windows for cold casesAn L-shaped window across the diagonal cut face and top spine lets shoppers see fillings from any shelf height.
- Protect boxes against cold-case moistureSpecify a moisture-resistant interior barrier and matte or gloss lamination for 38-degree refrigerated merchandisers.
- Include a tear-strip or tamper sealPerforated zipper strips let commuters open wedge and wrap boxes cleanly without touching the bread.
- Approve your window & barcode on a 3D proofConfirm your ingredient label panel, window margin, and fold scores on a free 3D mockup before payment.
What are sandwich boxes made of?
Which finishes can sandwich boxes have?
Which add-ons can I get?
Sandwich boxes specifications
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
| Board stocks | Unbleached kraft board, virgin white paperboard, E-flute corrugated, recycled board |
| Board caliper / flute | Paperboard pt weight for wedges/sandos; E-flute for catering trays |
| Food-contact & moisture barrier | Food-safe materials and moisture/grease-resistant interior barriers on request via certified partner facilities |
| Windows | Diagonal hypotenuse window, rectangular sando window, or platter skylight |
| Printing | Full-color CMYK, Pantone (PMS) spot colors, inside printing, white ink on brown kraft |
| Minimum order | From 1,000 boxes; delivered within ±5% quantity tolerance |
| Proofing | Free digital dieline proof and 3D mockup before payment; paid physical sample credited to order |
| Turnaround | 10–14 business days standard; 4–5 business days rush quoted on request |
| Shipping | Free shipping to all 50 US states; ships flat for compact commissary storage |
Ready to quote your sandwich boxes? Compare up to 3 quantities with a free 3D mockup.
Request a Quote →What types of sandwiches pack inside custom sandwich boxes?
A chilled turkey-avocado wedge in an airport cooler, a thick Japanese pork katsu sando in a specialty cafe, and a hot-pressed Cuban panini on a delivery bike each require a distinct box silhouette and window setup.
Sandwich boxes design ideas
Example designs with made-up brands. Your packaging is made to your design.
What are the most common custom sandwich box mistakes?
Slumping cold-case sandwiches and softened box corners almost always come from one of these five packaging errors. When specifying sandwich boxes with logo, branded sandwich boxes, wholesale sandwich boxes, bulk custom sandwich boxes and personalized sandwich boxes, avoid these common production mistakes
- Using a deep 3.5-inch club spine for a thin two-slice sandwich, which lets the two halves tip backward away from the window.
- Forcing a thick 3-slice triple-decker club sandwich into a 2.5-inch spine wedge where the rear flap mashes the bread.
- Packing chilled sandwiches into unlined, unlaminated card that absorbs moisture inside a 38-degree cold case.
- Putting straight-cut rectangular Japanese sandos into a triangular wedge box instead of a rectangular top-window carton.
- Sealing hot toasted paninis or melts inside an unvented window box where steam fogs the film and softens the crust.
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Generated a concept in Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude or Midjourney? Send us your AI image: we rebuild every element onto your box dieline and show you a 3D mockup before you pay, free.Custom vs stock sandwich boxes: which is better?
| Stock (plain) | Custom from CubitPack | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold-case shelf appeal | Clunky clear plastic clamshells with generic stick-on labels that peel in the cooler | Printed kraft or card wedge with your brand colors and a framing diagonal window |
| Crust & crumb protection | Tight plastic wrap or wrong-depth wedges that mash soft brioche and club layers | Exact spine depth (2.75 in vs 3.5 in) and bread height cut to your loaf |
| Plastic reduction | 100% rigid thermoformed PET plastic shell | Paperboard or kraft body with only a thin window film patch |
| Minimum order | Plain unbranded cases | From 1,000 custom printed sandwich boxes |
| Design & proof | None | Free custom dieline, artwork help, digital proof, and 3D mockup |
Get custom sandwich boxes sized to your product, with a free 3D mockup before you pay.
Request a Quote →Are sandwich boxes safe and sustainable?
Food-safe materials on request
Because sliced bread crusts and mayonnaise or vinaigrette fillings touch the inside of a wedge or sando box directly, we produce your boxes on request in a certified partner facility with food-safe boards and moisture/grease barriers.Refrigerated display case stability
Pair an interior moisture barrier with exterior matte or gloss lamination so boxes stay crisp and upright for 24 to 48 hours inside 38-degree commercial grab-and-go coolers.Kraft & FSC board options
Replace rigid plastic hinge packs with unbleached kraft or FSC-certified paperboard cartons available on request.How do I order custom sandwich boxes?
Tell us what you need
Size, quantities or AI conceptCompare volume pricing
Dedicated account managerApprove your proof
Digital proof + 3D mockupMade and shipped
Free to all 50 statesWhat drives the price of custom sandwich boxes?
The price depends on four things, and every custom quote is free.
Box style & size
A compact 5 in triangle wedge or wrap sleeve uses far less board than a 16 × 12 in corrugated catering platterWindow patching
Adding a clear diagonal hypotenuse window or top sando window adds a film-patching stepOrder quantity
Stepping up from 1,000 boxes to 2,500, 5,000, or 10,000 units lowers the unit price significantlyMoisture barriers
Interior cold-case moisture/grease coatings and exterior lamination add protection for wet fillingsIf your commissary packs six sandwich flavors (Turkey Club, Caprese, Roast Beef, Tuna, Egg Salad, Veggie), print one universal branded wedge box and use color-coded custom food labels or tamper seal stickers over the rear flap to identify the flavor, date, and barcode. Your first order is 10% off, and we beat written quotes from US competitors for the same specs. Buyers ordering custom size sandwich boxes or japanese katsu, egg salad sandwich boxes can compare up to three quantities in one quote.
10% off your first order.
Request a Quote →What do I need to send for a quote?
- The product and how many you need
- The inside size, or what goes in it
- A style, or ask us to suggest one
- Your logo or artwork (an AI image is fine)
- Pantone codes, if you have them
- Delivery ZIP code and the date you need it
Can I see a sample first?
Sample kit
Board and finish swatches, sample boxes, labels and bags. Credited to your first order.Digital proof + 3D mockup
See it before you payPrinted sample
Of your own designHow does shipping work?
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- Worldwide with DDP prices: duties and taxes included
- Blind and split shipping
- Damaged in transit? We reprint the damaged units free
Why brands choose CubitPack
Dedicated specialist
One account manager from quote to deliveryPantone guaranteed
Clearly off? We reprintReprint or refund
If we get it wrong, you chooseBBB accredited
A US business you can checkSandwich boxes questions
What size triangle wedge box fits a standard sliced loaf sandwich?
A 5.0 × 5.0 × 2.75 inch triangle wedge box fits two diagonal halves cut from a standard 4.5 × 4.5 inch Pullman or sandwich loaf. If you build triple-decker club sandwiches with three slices of bread or thick artisan sourdough, step up to a 5.25 × 5.25 × 3.5 inch deep-spine wedge.
What is the best box size for Japanese katsu sandos and egg salad sandos?
Japanese sandos are sliced straight across the center into two rectangles rather than diagonally into triangles. A 5.25 × 3.75 × 2.75 inch (or 5.0 × 3.5 × 2.5 inch) rectangular box with a large top window holds both halves cut-side up so the thick cutlet or egg filling faces the customer.
How do you stop sandwich boxes from getting soft inside a refrigerated grab-and-go case?
Specify an interior moisture-and-grease barrier on request to block moisture from tomatoes, dressings, and chilled bread, and add matte or gloss exterior lamination so humid 38-degree cooler air cannot soften the outside paperboard fibers.
Are your custom sandwich boxes food-safe for direct bread contact?
Yes, food-safe boards and moisture/grease-resistant interior barriers are available on request through our certified partner facilities. Tell us on your quote if unwrapped sandwich halves touch the interior walls directly.
Can you make long boxes for 6-inch and 12-inch subs, baguettes, and lobster rolls?
Yes. We cut 7.0 × 3.25 × 3.0 inch boxes for 6-inch subs, banh mi, and split-top lobster rolls, and 13.0 × 3.5 × 3.25 inch oblong clamshells or tear-strip sleeves for 12-inch footlong hoagies and French baguettes, all with zero die charges.
Can you add an easy-open perforated tear strip to triangle wedges or wrap sleeves?
Yes. Because we cut every order to a custom dieline with no die fees, we can build a perforated zipper tear strip along the spine of a triangle wedge or around the center of a tortilla wrap or panini sleeve so customers peel the top half off cleanly.
What size box do I need for office catering sandwich platters?
A 16.0 × 12.0 × 3.5 inch E-flute corrugated lock-corner window box is the workhorse size for corporate catering, holding 16 to 20 sandwich halves or wraps. For smaller 8 to 10 half platters, use a 12.0 × 10.0 × 3.5 inch window tray.
How do triangle sandwich wedge boxes load on a commissary prep line?
Triangle wedge boxes ship flat with pre-glued side seams. On the prep line, the worker pops the triangular shell upright, slides the two diagonal sandwich halves in through the wide back opening so the cut faces press gently against the front window, and tucks the rear flap shut.
What is the minimum order quantity and turnaround time for custom sandwich boxes?
The minimum order is 1,000 boxes. Standard production takes 10 to 14 business days after you approve your proof and pay, and rush production takes 4 to 5 business days. Shipping to all 50 US states is free.
Do I see a digital proof and 3D mockup before paying for my sandwich boxes?
Yes. Every order includes free structural design help, a custom dieline proof, and an interactive 3D mockup before you pay. You can also order our $50 sample kit (credited toward your first order) or request a paid custom printed prototype.
Still have a question? Ask a packaging specialist.
Request a Quote →Sandwich boxes terms, explained
- Triangle wedge box
- A right-triangle paperboard carton with a clear diagonal hypotenuse window that displays two diagonally cut sandwich halves
- Spine depth
- The width of the back rectangular wall on a triangle wedge box, set by the total thickness of the stacked bread slices and fillings
- Sando box
- A rectangular top-window carton designed for two straight-cut halves placed cut-side up to showcase thick fillings
- Zipper tear strip
- A double-perforated pull tab that lets customers zip open a wedge box or wrap sleeve without ungluing flaps
- Pullman loaf
- A straight-sided square pan bread loaf (typically 4.5 × 4.5 in or 5 × 5 in) used for commercial deli wedges
- L-window patch
- A continuous clear film window that folds across both the front diagonal face and top spine of a sandwich box
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Get your sandwich boxes price
One dedicated account manager prepares pricing across up to 3 quantities.
- Free design & AI-to-print studio + 3D mockup
- No die or plate charges · 4–5 day rush available
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 10% off your first order
- Reprint or refund if we get it wrong
Every CubitPack minimum order quantity, turnaround window, material option, finish, and food-safe partner facility detail on this page comes from our approved project decisions and was verified by a packaging specialist. Pullman loaf wedge, sando, sub, and catering tray dimensions reflect standard US deli and commissary benchmarks confirmed on your custom dieline and 3D mockup before payment. Spot an error? Let us know and we will fix it. Tell us if something looks wrong.
Sources
- CubitPack minimums (1,000 boxes), turnaround (10-14 business days, rush 4-5), food-safe materials on request via certified partner facilities, free design help, no die/plate fees, free 50-state shipping
- Food-contact board and moisture barrier requirements for chilled grab-and-go sandwiches
- TAPPI paperboard caliper, stiffness, and grease/moisture barrier testing methods
What changed
- October 22, 2026: First published.
- October 22, 2026: Updated specifications, terminology, and verified source links.