30cl Candle Boxes
84 × 84 × 103mm — The UK's best-selling candle box size. Engineered for Karen, Lucy, Lotti, and Libbey 30cl tumblers with heavy 1.2kg crash-lock bases.
Candle BoxesCustom Printed Candle Boxes for 20cl, 30cl & Wax Melts
Luxury printed candle boxes and wax melt packaging designed for UK artisan candlemakers and home fragrance brands. Reinforced bases to support heavy glass jars, heat-resistant coatings, and high-end foil finishes that showcase your scent collections.
Your specification. Your artwork. A clear quotation.
Quality Specification 
Precision engineered 30cl candle packaging in 450gsm virgin board with reinforced auto-lock bottom.
Consider The Details
What makes custom candle boxes different from standard retail packaging?
Candle packaging demands structural strength that standard product boxes cannot provide. Scented candles in glass tumblers are heavy, dense, and fragile. A standard box bottom can buckle under the weight during retail handling or courier transit. QPack’s custom candle boxes are engineered with heavy-duty crash-lock auto-bottoms or tuck-end bases reinforced with 380gsm–450gsm dense virgin paperboard or rigid E-flute corrugated board. We also produce slimline letterbox-friendly boxes for wax melt snap bars that ship affordably via Royal Mail. Starting from just 100 units, flat-packed for easy storage with rapid 5–7 working day UK delivery.
Reinforced crash-lock auto-bottoms that safely hold heavy 20cl, 30cl and 40cl glass candle jars
Optional internal shock-absorbing corrugated liners to prevent glass transit fractures
Letterbox-friendly flat packaging formats for wax melt snap bars and tealight sets
Foil stamping, soft-touch matte lamination, and die-cut scent-sniffer windows
Technical Matrix
Standard Production Specifications
- Standard Sizes
- 20cl (75x75x90mm) · 30cl (85x85x100mm)Wax Melts (142x62x18mm) · Custom sizes
- Board Grades
- 380gsm–450gsm Dense Folding BoxboardHeavyweight E-Flute Corrugated available
- Bottom Styles
- Crash-Lock Auto-Bottom (Heavy jars)Tuck-End Safety Base (Lightweight/votives)
- Luxury Finishes
- Soft-Touch Matte · Anti-Scratch GlossHot Foil (Gold/Silver) · Spot UV · Emboss
- Min. Order
- From 100 unitsMaximum volume discounts at 1,000+
- Lead Time
- 5–7 working daysUK nationwide delivery
Find your fit
Tailored for UK Candle & Fragrance Brands
Standard sizes to fit the most popular UK glass jars (Karen, Lucy, Lotti, Libbey) and bespoke dimensions on demand.
20cl Votive Candle Boxes
75 × 75 × 90mm — Compact luxury boxes with anti-rattle internal collar inserts for votive, discovery, and travel candle jars.
Luxury Rigid Candle Boxes
Heavy 1500gsm greyboard two-piece and shoulder-neck presentation boxes with calibrated slow-suction lids for £40+ prestige collections.
Wax Melt Snap Bar Boxes
142 × 62 × 18mm — Royal Mail Large Letter friendly (< 24mm depth) cartons with oil-resistant barriers and botanical display windows.
Crash-Lock Heavyweight Boxes
Instant 1-second auto-lock assembly supporting up to 1.5kg, paired with E-flute shock-absorbing inserts for drop-proof courier shipping.
Candle Gift Sets & Diffuser Boxes
Multi-cavity presentation boxes and tall 70×70×260mm reed diffuser cartons designed to elevate seasonal holiday gifting bundles.
A Closer Look • Key Standards
The British Candlemaker’s Complete Packaging Guide
Packaging a scented candle is unlike packaging any other luxury retail product. Scented candles represent an unusual convergence of fragile glassware, heavy mineral or plant wax, volatile aromatic compounds, and stringent consumer fire-safety regulations. Below, our packaging engineers walk through the foundational structural considerations every UK home fragrance founder needs to master before heading to press.
01 Engineered for Fragrance Retail & Postal Safety 5 Standards
Give your candles the unboxing appeal they deserve while eliminating breakage during shipping.
01
Automatic Crash-Lock Bottoms
Pre-glued folding bases that lock solidly into place the instant you open the box — supporting heavy glass with zero sagging.
02
Metallic Foil & Luxury Laminates
Add radiant metallic gold, rose gold, silver, or bronze foil to your brand crest. Paired with soft-touch matte lamination for an irresistible tactile feel.
03
Internal Corrugated Shock Liners
Optional internal buffer collars cushion fragile candle rims and glass corners against courier drops.
04
100% Recyclable FSC Certified
Made from sustainably sourced FSC-approved wood fibres. Fully kerbside recyclable and safe for eco-conscious home fragrance enthusiasts.
05
From 100 Units — Perfect for Indie Makers
Test seasonal fragrance drops (Christmas spices, spring florals, autumn woods) without needing to buy thousands of boxes.
Bespoke UK Production Key Standards At A Glance
- 100% Quality Checked Prior to Dispatch
- Free 3D Digital Simulation & Dieline
- Certified Food-Safe & FSC Materials
- Tracked Mainland UK Delivery Included
HOW IT WORKS
How We Make Your Luxury Rigid Boxes
A simple 4-step route to strong, premium gift packaging that wows your customers.
01 SIZE & INSERTS
Pick Your Size & Foam Inserts
Tell us what is going inside. We craft solid cardboard boxes with custom foam or velvet inserts to hold items tightly.
02 3D PROOF
Interactive 3D Digital Model
See your box in 3D to check magnetic snap lids, inside prints, and colors before we build.
03 LUXURY WRAP
Fine Paper Wrapping & Foil
Wrapped in luxury paper with shiny gold or silver foil logos and sharp, clean corners.
04 CAREFUL PACK
Inspected & Delivered Safe
Every box is checked by hand, packed with protective corner guards, and delivered tracked across the UK.
Clear Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers on sizing, minimum order runs, artwork proofs, board calipers, and free tracked UK delivery.
Will these boxes fit my specific candle jars?
Yes! We have standard dieline moulds for the most popular UK candle glasses, including 20cl and 30cl Karen, Lucy, Lotti, and Libbey tumblers. If you use a non-standard jar, metal tin, or lid, simply tell us your jar diameter and height and we will create a tailored dieline template free of charge.
Why is a crash-lock bottom recommended for candle boxes?
A standard tuck flap can slip open under the weight of a heavy 300g–500g glass jar. A crash-lock auto-bottom features pre-glued overlapping base tabs that lock into an unbreakable floor the moment the box is popped open, ensuring the jar cannot fall through the bottom.
Do you make packaging for wax melt snap bars?
Yes! We produce slimline tuck boxes specifically dimensioned for 50g 5-cavity wax melt snap bars (approx 142 × 62 × 18mm). These boxes are letterbox-friendly and ship as Royal Mail Large Letters to keep your postage costs to a minimum.
Can you add a cut-out window so customers can see or smell the candle?
Yes, we can die-cut custom shape windows (circles, arches, flames, or logos) on the front or side panels. You can choose to leave the window open as a scent-sniffer or back it with crystal-clear biodegradable film.
How are candle boxes shipped to me?
All candle cartons are shipped completely flat-packed in compact outer boxes. 500 boxes take up very little workshop space and pop into 3D shape in just 2 seconds.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Our minimum order is just 100 units. This allows candlemakers to produce limited-edition seasonal batches (e.g. Christmas collections, Mother’s Day specials) without large cash commitments.
Have a specific requirement or custom dieline?
Our UK packaging specialists can verify bottle clearances, create tailored structural CAD dielines, and supply physical plain samples.
Let’s make it yours
Ready to Box Your Candle Range?
Request a free, no-obligation candle box quote in under 24 hours. Tell us your jar dimensions and quantity — we will advise on dielines, crash-lock bases, and volume pricing.