The Briefs
Clear, factual guides on folding carton packaging — substrates, compliance, print, and strategy — from Miami’s custom carton specialists.
Published Briefs
What Are Folding Cartons? A Brand Manager’s Complete Guide
Types, substrates, printing methods, finishing techniques, regulatory requirements, and run sizes — everything a buyer or brand manager needs to understand how a folding carton is made and specified.
SBS vs. FBB vs. CCKB: Which Paperboard Is Right for Your Folding Carton?
A technical comparison of the three dominant folding carton substrates: structure, printability, stiffness, FDA compliance, cost, and application fit — with a quick-decision guide.
FDA & GMP Compliance in Folding Carton Packaging: What Brands Must Know
21 CFR food contact requirements, GMP standards for pharmaceutical cartons, tamper-evidence regulations, DSCSA serialization, and FSC certification — fully explained for procurement teams.
Why Miami Is America’s Folding Carton Gateway to Latin America
How PortMiami’s infrastructure, Miami’s geographic position, and bilingual manufacturing create a uniquely efficient hub for brands distributing across the U.S. and Latin American markets.
How Much Do Custom Folding Cartons Cost? A Pricing Breakdown for Brand Managers
The five cost components of every folding carton — tooling, substrate, printing, finishing, and quantity — explained with real-world pricing scenarios for food, cosmetics, and spirits brands.
About AXEN Packaging Group
AXEN Packaging Group is a custom folding carton manufacturer based in Miami, FL. We serve food & beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, retail, and spirits brands across the United States and Latin America. FDA & GMP compliant, FSC certified, 5,000–500,000 unit run sizes, 14-business-day production from proof approval, 24-hour quote response.