DHP BOXES Provides Perfect Packaging Solutions For Global Chocolate Brands
DHP BOXES provides perfect packaging solutions for global chocolate brands.
For international chocolate brands and importers, packaging is not just a box – it protects delicate products, carries the brand story and has to work smoothly in global logistics.
DHP BOXES focuses on custom chocolate packaging boxes and gift sets. We design and manufacture rigid boxes, inserts and finishes so that your chocolates arrive safely and look premium in every market.
Why global chocolate brands need specialized packaging
When you ship chocolate worldwide, packaging must do three jobs at once: protect, present and perform. It must keep pralines and bars stable, show a premium image on shelf, and work with co-packers and logistics partners in different countries.
Generic cartons rarely meet all of these needs. This is why many brands work directly with a factory like DHP BOXES to develop dedicated chocolate packaging boxes for their core and seasonal ranges.
- Pieces break or move inside the box during transport.
- Packaging looks good, but is slow to pack on the line.
- Different markets need different sizes, but consistent branding.
A specialized chocolate packaging partner helps align design, structure and production from the start.
Core requirements of chocolate packaging
From daily projects with chocolate brands, DHP BOXES sees four key requirements again and again:
- Food safety – suitable board, coatings and food-contact inserts.
- Visual impact – structure, color and finishes that fit your brand level.
- Operational efficiency – easy to pack, store and ship.
- Cost control – materials and processes chosen to match your target price.
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Chocolate-safe inserts
Trays or dividers built to your exact piece count and shape. -
Stable structures
Rigid boxes that keep their shape from factory to retail shelf. -
Brand adaptability
From minimal luxury to playful seasonal designs.
How DHP BOXES builds packaging solutions
DHP BOXES is a paper packaging manufacturer in Dongguan with experience in luxury rigid boxes and chocolate gift boxes for Europe, North America and other markets.
We don’t just print your artwork. Our team supports structure, insert design, sampling and export packing,
so that the final box works in real production and transport.
Industry experience
We already supply seasonal and everyday chocolate boxes, which helps us quickly understand your assortment and constraints.
End-to-end service
OEM / ODM support: structural design, artwork check, samples, printing, handwork and export cartons.
Reliable quality
FSC, BSCI and long-term cooperation with international brands make DHP BOXES a stable partner for global launches.
Recommended box structures for chocolates
Different chocolate assortments need different structures. Below are common options DHP BOXES supplies.
Lid & base box
Classic two-piece rigid box for bars or pralines. Size and dividers are tailored to your tray or pieces.
Magnetic closure box
One-piece rigid box with magnetic flap for premium gifts and corporate orders, often with custom trays.
Drawer box
Slide-out structure that creates a slow reveal. Single or multi-layer drawers for chocolates and small gifts.
Shaped box
Special shapes such as moon-shaped chocolate boxes or flower designs for limited collections.
Box sets and nested boxes
Coordinated sizes for different SKUs with shared branding; nested boxes for layered unboxing.
Foldable rigid box
Collapsible structure to reduce shipping volume when sending empty boxes to co-packers.
Materials, finishes and inserts
DHP BOXES usually combines rigid greyboard with coated or specialty paper, then selects finishes and inserts according to your positioning and budget.
Materials & finishes
- 157–200 gsm art paper laminated on greyboard.
- FSC-certified paper options.
- Matte or soft-touch lamination, foil stamping, emboss / deboss, spot UV.
Insert options
- Food-grade blister trays for individual cavities.
- Cardboard dividers for flexible assortments.
- Paper pulp or molded fiber for eco-focused ranges.
- EVA / foam inserts for mixed sets with mugs or glassware.
For more detail on inserts, see the DHP BOXES blog guide “How to Choose the Right Material & Size for Custom Packaging Box Inserts”.
Multifunctional concepts & box sets
Well-designed packaging can continue to live on a desk or shelf after the chocolates are eaten, keeping your brand visible and increasing perceived value.
Multifunctional ideas
- Drawer boxes with removable trays that become storage boxes.
- Book-style magnetic boxes that look like decorative books.
- Stackable boxes that form a tower when displayed together.
Box sets for collections
- Small, medium and large boxes with unified artwork.
- Sets that combine chocolate with coffee, tea or small gifts.
- Nested boxes for progressive unboxing experiences.
Steps to start a project with DHP BOXES
A clear brief helps DHP BOXES respond quickly and accurately. You can follow these simple steps:
- Describe your chocolates – piece count, size, layout and whether you use existing trays.
- Choose or request a box type – lid & base, magnetic, drawer, shaped or fully custom box.
- Share branding info – colors, logo, fonts, any reference pictures.
- Tell us your target quantity and budget range.
- Confirm timing – including sampling, production and shipping.
You can send this information through the Contact Us page or the “Do You Need Innovative Solutions?” inquiry form.
Sustainability & compliance
Many chocolate brands link indulgence with responsibility. Packaging should support this message instead of contradicting it.
- FSC-certified paper and responsibly sourced greyboard on request.
- Options for recyclable paper trays and pulp inserts.
- Design advice to reduce unused space and extra material.
As an export factory, DHP BOXES is used to working with EU and US customers on documentation and specifications, and on outer shipping cartons that keep boxes safe in long-distance transport.
Sample ideas for chocolate collections
Here are a few concept directions that DHP BOXES can develop into full packaging programs for your brand.
Moonlight chocolate box
A moon-shaped box with deep blue printing and gold stars, using a circular tray for pralines.
Round magnetic collection
A round magnetic box for modern gift sets, with eco materials and soft-touch surface for a minimalist look.
Flower gift box
A flower-shaped rigid box, based on DHP BOXES flower designs, ideal for romantic or self-care themes.
FAQ
Q1. What is the usual MOQ for chocolate boxes?
MOQ depends on size, structure and finishing, but many chocolate projects start from a few thousand pieces per design. Share your target quantity and we will suggest suitable options.
Q2. Can DHP BOXES handle several designs in one order?
Yes. We often produce series of boxes (different sizes or flavors) with shared materials and tooling, so your brand looks consistent while costs remain reasonable.
Q3. Do you offer design support?
DHP BOXES can follow your finished artwork or help with structural design, dielines and printing advice. Our team checks files to avoid problems before mass production.
Q4. How can we get a quotation or sample?
Send your box size, structure, quantity and finishing requirements through the Contact Us page and our team will reply with details and next steps for sampling.
Ready to build your next chocolate packaging with DHP BOXES?
DHP BOXES designs and manufactures custom chocolate packaging boxes, inserts and gift sets for global brands.
Share your project idea and let our team turn it into a practical, premium packaging solution.
