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A transparent finishing layer available in gloss, satin, or matte effects. It enhances the printed surface and adds an extra layer of visual appeal and light protection.
Custom macaron boxes with a die-cut insert in card, paperboard or foam, built to stop macarons moving or touching each other in transit. Orders start from 100 units.
A macaron’s shell is thin and easily chipped, and a box full of loose macarons sliding against each other in transit does more damage than most people expect. An insert exists to stop that specific problem, though a delicate bakery product can run into plenty of others it has no bearing on.
Cut to the macarons’ own dimensions, the insert sits inside a standard tuck-end or auto-lock box and holds each macaron in its own cavity, so nothing can slide, roll or knock against its neighbour. That controls movement, which is the main real risk in transit and handling. It is not a shock-absorption system, and it will not stop a shell cracking if the box itself is dropped or crushed. A supplier that promises the insert alone guarantees a perfect delivery is promising more than a piece of die-cut card can actually deliver.
Card gives a crisp, precise cavity edge and prints well if the insert itself is visible when the box opens. Foam adds a little give, which suits a heavier or more textured shell. Paperboard sits between the two, a common middle choice. All three are confirmed here. A moulded plastic tray or a pulp-moulded insert, offered by some suppliers, is not a specification we’ve confirmed, so say so directly if that’s genuinely what you need.
A mixed box, several flavours or colours in the same order, needs the insert for a second reason beyond stopping movement: keeping shells that would otherwise touch from transferring colour or picking up a neighbour’s filling. Each cavity holds one macaron, so a raspberry shell next to a pistachio one never actually makes contact. This matters more on a mixed or gift-style order than on a single-flavour bulk run, where every macaron is the same anyway. A small gift box of four or six and a larger sharing box of a dozen or more both use the same cavity approach; only the layout and how many rows fit change between them.
Bulk kitchen orders are the case where a fitted insert often isn’t worth it. Staff plating up a large, single-flavour catering order handle it differently to an individual customer opening a retail or gift box, so the same cavity protection matters less. A simpler bulk specification without a matched insert is worth asking about if that’s closer to your order.
Board and coating can be selected to suit direct or indirect food contact depending on the specification. Food-contact material suitability is confirmed for the specific material before production. That applies to the insert as well as the outer box, since the macaron usually sits directly against both. Allergen and nutritional labelling stays your business’s responsibility.
Orders start from 100 units. Design support is free. That covers fitting the cavity layout to your box dimensions before anything is cut. A digital 3D mock-up is free. Checking the insert layout against the print at that stage catches a mismatch before it becomes a cutting die. Standard production takes 6 to 8 business days after approval. UK delivery is free. There are no setup fees. An unlaminated paperboard construction may be easier to process through suitable paper-recycling streams than a heavily laminated alternative. Final recyclability depends on the full material and finishing specification and the facilities available locally. A card or paperboard insert generally follows the same recycling logic as the box itself; a foam insert is a separate material worth asking about directly.
Custom Food Boxes holds every format ACP makes, macarons and everything else. Two pages sit closer to this one specifically: Round Macaron Boxes, if the two-piece, lift-off-lid shape is what actually matters to you, and Macaron Boxes With Window, if showing the macarons off matters more than what’s holding them in place.
| Box Style | All Custom Packaging |
| Dimension | All Custom Sizes & Shapes |
| Quantities | 100-unit minimum order |
| Paper Stock | Kraft, corrugated, rigid board, cardstock |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone, digital and offset |
| Finishing | Gloss, matte, spot UV, embossing, foiling |
| Shipping | Free delivery options |
Choose from premium coating, board, printing and finishing options for your insert boxes.

A transparent finishing layer available in gloss, satin, or matte effects. It enhances the printed surface and adds an extra layer of visual appeal and light protection.

A UV-cured coating applied to specific areas of the design to create gloss or matte contrast and draw attention to important details.

A smooth, velvety coating that creates a soft tactile feel and gives packaging a refined luxury look. It improves the unboxing experience and supports a high-end product presentation.

A soft, smooth lamination with a refined satin-like finish. It gives packaging a premium feel while keeping the surface elegant, subtle, and easy to handle.

A high-gloss UV coating applied only to selected design areas to create sharp contrast, highlight logos, and add a premium visual effect without coating the whole surface.

A clear, fast-drying water-based coating that adds a smooth protective layer while maintaining a clean and professional surface finish. It is a practical choice for everyday printed packaging.

A durable protective film that helps reduce visible scratches, scuffs, fingerprints, and daily handling marks. It keeps packaging looking clean, polished, and premium for longer.

A bleached kraft paperboard made from a mix of virgin and recycled pulp, offering a clean white surface for crisp and polished packaging designs.

A natural kraft paperboard without coating, made from virgin and recycled pulp. It provides a raw, organic appearance with sturdy packaging strength.

A premium bleached paperboard coated on both sides, designed for excellent print quality, die-cutting, and professional packaging results.

A high-quality bleached paperboard coated on one side. It provides a clean printable face with a premium packaging feel.

A smooth printable paper stock that supports high-resolution graphics, clean text, and rich color output for refined packaging presentation.

A natural kraft paperboard made from strong virgin and recycled pulp. It provides an organic, earthy look for sustainable and simple packaging.

A specialty paperboard with a laminated metallic surface available in gold, silver, and other premium finishes for luxury visual impact.

A specialty paperboard with a laminated holographic surface that creates a reflective, rainbow-like appearance for eye-catching product packaging.

A recycled duplex paperboard with a white printable surface. It is ideal for economical packaging that still requires clean graphics and brand presentation.

A kraft board with a smooth clay-coated white face for quality printing and a natural kraft reverse side for a strong, authentic appearance.

A kraft paperboard with a clay-coated printable top surface and a natural unbleached kraft back. It balances clean branding with a rustic natural look.

A duplex paperboard made with recycled pulp and a coated white printable surface. It delivers smooth print results for affordable carton packaging.

A black-dyed kraft board with a natural paper texture and excellent strength. It creates a bold, premium look for luxury and specialty packaging.

A packaging technique where a die-cut opening is covered with a transparent film, allowing the product inside to remain visible while staying protected.

An embossing technique where the raised design is precisely aligned with printed artwork to improve detail, texture, and overall presentation.

A finishing process in which heat and pressure transfer metallic foil to the surface, creating a premium, shiny, and luxurious effect.

A premium finishing method that combines embossing with foil stamping to create a raised design with metallic color and strong visual impact.

A decorative process that transfers foil onto selected areas of the surface using UV-curable adhesive, creating a bright metallic effect with sharp detail.

A technique that raises a design from the surface without ink or foil, giving packaging a clean, elegant, and textured appearance.

A finishing technique that presses a design into the material to create a recessed impression without using ink or foil. It adds subtle depth and a refined tactile effect.

A fast-curing printing process that uses ultraviolet light to dry ink instantly, delivering sharp detail, vibrant colors, and a premium finish.

A durable printing method that uses a mesh screen and stencil to apply ink to surfaces. It is ideal for bold colors and high-impact packaging designs.

A traditional high-quality printing process that transfers designs from plates to a rubber blanket before printing, making it ideal for large-volume production.

A modern printing method that does not require printing plates, making it cost-effective and efficient for short runs, sample production, and small-batch quantities.

Built with three corrugated layers between four linerboard sheets, providing heavy-duty strength for large or industrial packaging needs.

A standard corrugated structure with one fluted medium and two linerboards, providing dependable strength for everyday packaging.

A corrugated sheet with one flute layer between two liners, offering lightweight strength for protective packaging.

An ultra-thin flute grade designed for lightweight packaging, small retail boxes, and high-quality printed presentation.

A slim flute grade with a flatter surface, ideal for detailed printing, display packaging, and premium retail boxes.

Made with two layers of corrugated medium between linerboard sheets, offering added strength and durability for heavier products.

A versatile corrugated flute that offers balanced compression strength, cushioning, and printability for many packaging applications.

A thinner flute grade with a smooth surface, making it suitable for high-quality printing, precise die-cutting, and neat retail packaging.

A thick corrugated flute profile that provides excellent cushioning, compression strength, and stacking support for protective packaging.

A coated linerboard with an off-white surface, suitable for high-quality printing and a refined packaging appearance.

An unbleached kraft linerboard made from recycled paper pulp, offering a natural look with strong durability for eco-conscious packaging.

A coated semi-gloss linerboard with a smooth white surface, ideal for sharp printing, premium presentation, and retail-ready packaging.

A fully bleached corrugated board with a bright white surface, designed to produce clean, vibrant, and high-quality printed packaging.

A UV-cured ink that dries instantly under ultraviolet light and creates crisp, high-quality print results on a wide range of packaging materials.

A plant-based ink made with soybean oil, offering rich color output and a more sustainable printing option for carton packaging.

A standardized color-matching system used to achieve consistent, accurate brand colors across packaging, labels, and printed materials.

A full-color printing process using cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks to create vibrant images, gradients, and detailed packaging artwork.
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inside the box, which is the main real risk in transit, but it cannot guarantee against a dropped parcel or rough handling before the box reaches you. Treat it as reducing that risk, though it can't remove it entirely.
Not as standard. Inserts here are die-cut card, paperboard or foam. A moulded plastic or pulp tray is common elsewhere in the market, but it is not a confirmed option here, so ask directly if that's specifically what you need.
Yes. Each cavity holds one macaron separately, so different shells never actually touch, which is what stops colour transfer or a mixed box looking messy by the time it's opened.
Orders start from 100 units. Standard production takes 6 to 8 business days after approval. UK delivery is free.
Not always. Staff plating up a large, single-flavour catering or wholesale order don't need the same cavity protection an individual customer's retail or gift box does. Tell us the order type and we can talk through whether a simpler bulk specification suits it better.