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Release 2026-q3-v2
Corrects the empty initial release: supported anonymous observations are included, with unconfirmed delivered costs marked *. Dated observations are not current offers. DBS pricing requires a quote.
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RSC shipping carton
1,000 boxes · dated observed prices
Delivered from $7.2042 / box †
Non-final from $1.2100 / box* †
Read specification differences and tax scope below.Corrugated mailer
1,000 boxes · dated observed prices
Delivered from $2.5919 / box †
Non-final from $0.8720 / box* †
Read specification differences and tax scope below.Reverse Tuck End
1,000 boxes · dated observed prices
Delivered from $0.4300 / box †
Non-final from $0.4570 / box* †
Read specification differences and tax scope below.Release 2026-q3-v2. Updated 2026-09-28. Observations 2026-09-18 to 2026-09-25. These are historical observations, not current offers.
35Anonymous priced providers
349Published observations
13Box structures
126Confirmed delivered observations
223Starred non-final observations
Quantities covered: 100, 150, 250, 500, 1,000, 2,500, 5,000, 10,000 boxes.
DDP means Delivered Duty Paid. The delivered group also includes domestic all-in shipping quotes. Read each row’s tax basis; these are quoted observations, not booked freight or guaranteed current offers.
* Final delivered/DDP cost was not fully confirmed at the time of observation.
† Specification differs or is not fully verified against the reference benchmark. This is separate from delivery status. No provider in this release has been quality-qualified.
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Selected 1,000-box observations
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RSC shipping carton · 12 x 12 x 12 in
| Rank / provider | Per box (USD) | Order total (USD) | Delivery / timing | Specification and limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Provider Q † | $7.2042 | $7,204.18 | Supplier-stated delivered Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Displayed standard delivery Oct13–15; order-date dependent Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x12 x12; Kraft corrugated; E flute; supplier lists32 ECT /200lb; Digital outside only; Uncoated kraft E flute and digital printing instead of C flute/flexo; exterior coverage not restricted to one panel. Public observed delivery quote; not booked freight. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 2. Provider R † | $8.4510 | $8,451.04 | Domestic delivered Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 7 days or less (site claim) Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; Kraft single-wall corrugated; Standard32 ECT; flute unverified; 1-color flexographic,2 exterior panels,Small image; No separate finish selected Minimum2-panel print rather than1 where requested; flute unverified; black ink choice not exposed. Public observed delivery quote; not booked freight. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Includes displayed handling and ground quote; alternate dock freight excluded. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| Rank / provider | Per box (USD) | Order total (USD) | Delivery / timing | Specification and limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Provider AG † | $1.2100* | $1,210.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Selected Extended7–9businessdays; headline4–6conflicts Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; Kraft corrugated; C flute32 ECT; Black one-panel graphic; process unverified; Uncoated kraft Flexographic process and glued manufacturer joint unverified; light ink coverage <=25% condition. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 2. Provider AD | $5.0999* | $5,099.94* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Standard 4–5 weeks selected Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; 100% recycled kraft corrugated; 32 ECT C flute; Flexographic Pantone Black, single exterior panel; Uncoated kraft Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Plate charge differs between calculator and guide; final setup and delivery require confirmation. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 3. Provider S † | $5.3900* | $5,390.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 8 business days selected; rush 5 Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; Kraft B flute; B flute; Digital CMYK outside; supplier matte B rather than C flute; digital instead of flexographic; all exterior printing available. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 4. Provider AE † | $6.2650* | $6,265.03* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 10–12 business days; rush 6–8 at eligible tiers Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; Kraft brown inside and outside; B flute; ECT unverified; Digital UV CMYK exterior; Kraft B flute instead of C; digital instead of flexographic; ECT and glued joint unverified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 5. Provider T † | $6.3400* | $6,340.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Mailer 10 business days; carton 8–10 Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; Kraft brown corrugated; 32 ECT E/B family, assignment unspecified; Digital outside; Matte ink E/B rather than C flute and digital rather than flexographic. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 6. Provider Z † | $6.4037* | $6,403.73* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 10–15 business days Observed 2026-09-23 | 12 x 12 x 12; Kraft brown outside and inside; 32 ECT; E/B flute automatically assigned; Digital exterior only; Matte kraft; UV LED inks Digital instead of flexographic; E/B rather than requested C flute. Exterior coverage not restricted to one side panel. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
Corrugated mailer · 8 x 6 x 3 in
| Rank / provider | Per box (USD) | Order total (USD) | Delivery / timing | Specification and limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Provider O † | $2.5919 | $2,591.92 | Domestic delivered Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 10–15 working days / 2 business days Observed 2026-09-22 | 8 x 6 x 3; White mailer; board strength not stated; Four-color process outside Board strength/flute, finish and dimension convention not verified. Public observed delivery quote; not booked freight. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 2. Provider Q † | $2.8020 | $2,801.98 | Supplier-stated delivered Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Displayed standard delivery Oct13–15; order-date dependent Observed 2026-09-23 | 6 x9 x3; White corrugated; E flute; supplier lists32 ECT /200lb; Digital outside only; Matte white uncoated One footprint dimension9 instead of8 inches (12.5% volume increase); slight-size B, excluded from primary exact statistics. Public observed delivery quote; not booked freight. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| Rank / provider | Per box (USD) | Order total (USD) | Delivery / timing | Specification and limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Provider U † | $0.8720* | $872.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; 250gsm C1S mounted on E flute; E flute; ECT unverified; CMYK exterior litho lamination; Matte lamination ECT and white interior unspecified; laminated construction rather than direct printed corrugated. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 2. Provider AF † | $1.3500* | $1,350.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Economy estimated30days; deliveryOct23 shown Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; Standard White corrugated; E flute; ECT unverified; Full-color outside only; Standard White Matte (HD Print) ECT, white interior and internal dimension convention unverified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 3. Provider S † | $2.2600* | $2,260.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 8 business days selected; rush 5 Observed 2026-09-22 | 8 x 6 x 3; Standard white corrugated; white inside and outside per supplier FAQ; E or B flute; exact size assignment unverified; 32 ECT family; CMYK outside; supplier matte Exact E/B flute assignment for8 x6 x3 remains unverified;32 ECT family stated. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 4. Provider T † | $2.3800* | $2,380.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Mailer 10 business days; carton 8–10 Observed 2026-09-22 | 8 x 6 x 3; Standard white corrugated; 32 ECT; E/B selection not disclosed; supplier CMYK outside; Matte ink Exact flute and white interior not fully verified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 5. Provider X † | $2.3900* | $2,390.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 13 working days Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; 200# Mullen white corrugated; 200-test; flute not stated; Full-color digital, all exterior sides and flaps included 200-test rather than verified 32 ECT; flute and finish unverified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 6. Provider AA | $2.6421* | $2,642.09* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; White both sides; 32 ECT E flute; Digital CMYK exterior, full-panel navy fill; inside unprinted; Matte white Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 7. Provider AH † | $2.6500* | $2,650.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 14businessdays Observed 2026-09-23 | Nominal8x6x3; external8.63x6.2x3.12; White cardboard; FullColor selected; imprint run charge0.25/each Board,finish and all-exterior print coverage unverified; shared supplier. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Setup/run-fee discrepancy unresolved; this is the displayed base amount, not complete production. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 8. Provider AL † | $2.6500* | $2,650.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 14businessdays Observed 2026-09-23 | Nominal8x6x3; exterior8.63x6.2x3.12; White cardboard; 4color process outside available; surcharge applicability unresolved Board/finish unspecified; mandatory full-color surcharge interpretation unresolved. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 9. Provider V † | $2.6500* | $2,650.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-22 | 8 x 6 x 3; 32 ECT two-sided white corrugated; E-flute; Full-color outside, one side Surface finish unverified; public coded promotional pricing not net trade cost. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 10. Provider W † | $2.6500* | $2,650.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3 nominal; exterior listing 8.63 x 6.2 x 3.12; White cardboard; supplier; 4 color process outside available Board/finish not directly specified in reseller listing; additional production charges unresolved. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 11. Provider AK † | $2.8350* | $2,835.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-23 | Nominal8x6x3; White paper/cardboard; Full color, Full Product; decoration spans entire product Board strength, flute, interior color, dimension convention and finish unspecified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 12. Provider Z † | $2.8585* | $2,858.50* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 10–15 business days Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; Standard White, white outside and inside; 32 ECT; E/B flute automatically assigned; Digital outside only; Matte Exact E/B flute assignment is not disclosed for configured size. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 13. Provider AE † | $2.9907* | $2,990.74* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 10–12 business days; rush 6–8 at eligible tiers Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; White Premium Matte; Digital UV CMYK outside only; Matte ECT/flute and white interior unverified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 14. Provider AI † | $3.6400* | $3,640.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 5–10workingdays Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; Premium white; 4colors,1side,1location;6x8front Board/finish and full exterior coverage unverified; same supplier. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 15. Provider Y † | $4.2900* | $4,290.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Standard about8–11 business days; Specs also says about5 after proof Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; White supplier; Full-color exterior;8 x3 imprint area Exact board and finish absent from reseller page; same supplier. Print area may be one side panel. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Cart and checkout shipping statements conflict; provisional amount is not final. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 16. Provider AJ † | $5.5100* | $5,510.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-23 | 8 x 6 x 3; White/white corrugated; E flute1/16; ECT unspecified; 4color process1side ECT and standard surface finish unverified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
Reverse Tuck End · 2 x 2 x 5 in
| Rank / provider | Per box (USD) | Order total (USD) | Delivery / timing | Specification and limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Provider N † | $0.4300 | $430.00 | Supplier-stated delivered Sales tax not separately confirmed; not a current offer 18–20 business days production + 4–6 business days shipping Observed 2026-09-25 | 2x2x5; 18 PT/C1S; 4 color; matte/gloss lamination Supplier-stated delivered quote. Specification differs or is not fully verified; see quoted specification. Unit price calculated from recorded order total. Requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 2. Provider M † | $0.8000 | $800.00 | Supplier-stated delivered Sales tax not separately confirmed; not a current offer PDF: 10–12 working days production + 3–4 working days delivery Observed 2026-09-23 | 2x2x5; 350 GSM SBS; exact style; quote issued in response to CMYK exterior / matte RFQ Supplier-stated delivered quote. Specification differs or is not fully verified; see quoted specification. Unit price calculated from recorded order total. Requote before ordering. Lead-time and validity statements differ between documents; neither is guaranteed. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 3. Provider K † | $0.9690 | $969.05 | Supplier-stated delivered Sales tax not separately confirmed; not a current offer 16–20 business days Observed 2026-09-24 | 5x2x2 in; 18pt / 360 GSM; CMYK exterior; blank interior per original request; matte lamination; shipped flat Supplier-stated delivered quote. Bank-transfer price; optional card payment adds 4%. Specification differs or is not fully verified; see quoted specification. Unit price calculated from recorded order total. Requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| Rank / provider | Per box (USD) | Order total (USD) | Delivery / timing | Specification and limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Provider U † | $0.4570* | $457.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-22 | 2 x 2 x 5; 350 gsm Standard C1S cardstock; 350 GSM; CMYK outside only; Matte lamination Configured numerical dimensions match; internal dimension convention not verified for these folding cartons. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 2. Provider J † | $0.5050* | $505.00* | Not final Sales tax not separately confirmed; not a current offer ~12–16 days production Observed 2026-09-24 | 2x2x5 outer; 350gsm; white paper base; printed outside only; CMYK; matte lamination Known quoted amount only; final delivered cost not confirmed. Specification differs or is not fully verified; see quoted specification. Unit price calculated from recorded order total. Requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 3. Provider I † | $0.6900* | $690.00* | Not final Sales tax not separately confirmed; not a current offer Not stated Observed 2026-09-24 | 2x2x5 in; folding-carton style proxy; exact construction, stock and finish not confirmed Known quoted amount only; final delivered cost not confirmed. Specification differs or is not fully verified; see quoted specification. Unit price calculated from recorded order total. Requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 4. Provider L † | $0.8900* | $890.00* | Not final Sales tax not separately confirmed; not a current offer ~2.5 weeks production Observed 2026-09-24 | 2x2x5 Reverse Tuck; quote response to requested cardstock specs; custom cutting die required Known quoted amount only; final delivered cost not confirmed. Specification differs or is not fully verified; see quoted specification. Unit price calculated from recorded order total. Requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 5. Provider AC † | $1.5486* | $1,548.57* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 10–15 Day selected Observed 2026-09-23 | 2 x 2 x 5; 18 pt. SBS; 18pt; Custom printed; CMYK offered, calculator has no side-count selection; Silk (Matte) Lamination Numerical dimensions match; internal convention and outside-only print coverage not explicitly confirmed. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 6. Provider S † | $1.5900* | $1,590.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 8 business days selected; rush 5 Observed 2026-09-23 | 2 x 2 x 5; Classic white18pt paperboard; CMYK outside; Matte coating Matte coating rather than matte lamination; SBS/C1S grade not explicitly confirmed. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 7. Provider T † | $1.6600* | $1,660.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Mailer 10 business days; carton 8–10 Observed 2026-09-22 | 2 x 2 x 5; 18pt white cardstock; 18pt; Full color outside; Matte aqueous Aqueous coating instead of matte lamination; tuck direction not explicitly verified. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 8. Provider F † | $1.7400* | $1,740.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined 8–10 business days; rush 4–5 Observed 2026-09-22 | 2 x 2 x 5; 18pt white C1S; 18pt; Full color outside; Matte aqueous Matte aqueous coating instead of lamination. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
| 9. Provider AA † | $2.0300* | $2,030.00* | Not final Pre-tax observation; sales tax not determined Not recorded Observed 2026-09-22 | 2.25 x 2.25 x 6; White SBS board; page18pt / header16–18pt; 16–18pt, conflicting page language; CMYK; Whiteboard between matte and gloss Dimensions materially larger than benchmark (about52% more volume); finish not matte lamination. Excluded from market statistics. Known price only; freight or mandatory components remain unconfirmed. Sales tax excluded or unresolved; requote before ordering. Quality: NOT ASSESSED |
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12 x 12 x 12 in
RSC shipping carton
38 observations · 32 ECT kraft; C-flute; black exterior; no finish
View all quantities →8 x 6 x 3 inCorrugated mailer
86 observations · Read exact grade/flute/print/finish from the benchmark and quote
View all quantities →2 x 2 x 5 inReverse Tuck End
44 observations · 350 GSM benchmark; quoted caliper/stock separate; CMYK exterior; matte lamination
View all quantities →2 x 2 x 5 inStraight Tuck End
39 observations · 350 GSM benchmark; quoted caliper/stock separate; CMYK exterior; matte lamination
View all quantities →3 x 3 x 6 inAuto-Bottom
36 observations · 350 GSM benchmark; CMYK exterior; matte lamination
View all quantities →3 x 3 x 6 inSnap-Lock / 1-2-3 Bottom
33 observations · 350 GSM benchmark; CMYK exterior; matte lamination
View all quantities →12 x 12 x 6 inHSC shipping carton
9 observations · 32 ECT kraft benchmark; exact flute/print confirmed from source
View all quantities →12 x 10 x 2 inOne-Piece Folder / Book Wrap
19 observations · 32 ECT kraft benchmark; exact flute/print confirmed from source
View all quantities →12 x 9 x 4 inTelescoping tray + lid
4 observations · 32 ECT kraft; C-flute; black exterior; no finish
View all quantities →9 x 6 x 4 inSix-Corner carton
17 observations · 350 GSM benchmark; CMYK exterior; matte lamination
View all quantities →6 x 4 x 2 inCorrugated mailer without insert
15 observations · Use each source print/flute/finish; no foam or insert
View all quantities →6 x 4 x 2 inCorrugated mailer with foam
3 observations · Standard foam, EPE and EVA remain distinct variants
View all quantities →6 x 4 x 2 inRigid magnetic box with foam
6 observations · Board thickness, wrap, print and insert verified per source
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