Custom Regular Slotted Containers (RSC)
Our custom corrugated RSC boxes are built for reliable protection during shipping, storage, and handling. With tailored sizing, printing, and material options, we help you create packaging that meets your exact product and supply chain requirements. From industrial shipments to branded ecommerce deliveries, our RSC boxes keep your products secure and your operations running efficiently.
What Is A Regular Slotted Container Corrugated Box?
Our custom corrugated RSC boxes are engineered to provide strong, cost-effective protection for your products during shipping, storage, and distribution. Their standard design allows for efficient assembly and stacking while minimizing waste and maximizing load stability. Whether you’re packaging consumer goods, industrial components, or ecommerce shipments, RSC boxes remain one of the most versatile solutions available.
We offer tailored sizing, board strength, and print options to align with your product specifications, brand identity, and supply chain requirements. From simple brown kraft to full-color branded prints, our team can help you develop the ideal packaging solution that balances protection, efficiency, and presentation.
RSC Corrugated Box Customization
Choosing the right features, materials, and print options for your Fully Overlap (FOL) box is essential to aligning performance with your business goals. A well-optimized FOL box not only protects your product—it also maximizes efficiency, enhances branding, and helps control costs across your packaging operation.
Structural design in RSC corrugated boxes focuses on maximizing strength, efficiency, and fit for a wide range of products. With flaps of equal length that meet in the center when closed, RSC boxes offer a cost-effective, durable solution adaptable to many shipping and storage needs.
Choosing the right board strength (like 200# or 275# test) and flute profile (B, C, E, etc.) ensures the box performs under the specific pressures of your supply chain. Heavier or fragile items benefit from thicker walls and higher ECT ratings for added protection. Matching flute type to your stacking and crush resistance needs helps reduce damage and returns. It’s one of the most critical structural decisions for industrial, e-commerce, and retail buyers.
Customizing exact internal dimensions helps eliminate unnecessary void space and reduces the need for excess filler. A snug fit increases stacking efficiency and minimizes product movement during transit. Optimizing sizing also improves warehouse space usage and lowers freight costs. These adjustments support both protection and operational efficiency.
While RSCs come standard with top and bottom flaps that meet in the center, flap lengths, closure styles, or seam reinforcements can all be tailored to fit specific handling or automation processes. Modifying the structure to suit high-speed assembly lines or fulfillment workflows can reduce labor time and improve consistency. For some, these changes also support better branding or customer experience at unboxing.
Some products require reinforced corners, double-wall construction, or built-in internal supports to handle stacking pressure or transit vibration. These upgrades are ideal for heavier products or supply chains that involve frequent handling. Reinforcement minimizes risk of crushing, shifting, or product compromise, especially over longer distances.
Structural modifications can include custom inserts, partitions, or cutouts to securely hold multiple components or fragile items. These features integrate seamlessly with the outer box, simplifying packing and improving product separation. Perfect for kits, sets, or items with varying shapes, these internal enhancements reduce damage and improve presentation without needing external solutions.
Custom graphic design transforms a standard RSC box into a branded experience that supports recognition, professionalism, and trust. Whether it’s a simple one-color logo or full-panel artwork, your packaging can reflect your brand’s identity with consistency across all shipments. Layouts are designed for the box’s specific print panels, ensuring messaging, handling instructions, or product details are clearly visible where they matter most. Effective design enhances the customer experience and supports marketing efforts—right from the first glance.
Most RSC corrugated boxes are built for shipping, where print is primarily used for branding, product identification, and handling instructions. In these cases, the emphasis is on clarity and efficiency, not full coverage. However, for select retail or e-commerce applications, upgraded print methods can deliver a more polished, branded appearance without compromising durability.
Flexographic printing is the standard for shipping-grade RSC boxes, offering a cost-effective way to add simple logos, handling icons, and SKU details. It uses fast-drying inks and flexible plates to produce durable, consistent results directly on the corrugated surface. Flexo is ideal for high-volume production with minimal design needs and fast turnaround. It’s the preferred method when function, clarity, and efficiency matter most.
Digital printing is best suited for short-run or variable data needs, including small-batch RSC boxes used for e-commerce or custom shipments. It enables clean, full-color printing without plate setup, making it ideal for rapid changes or promotional use. While rarely used for bulk shipping cartons, digital offers flexibility for projects requiring quick customization and visual appeal. It’s a valuable option when you need branding with agility.
Litho printing is rarely used for standard RSC shipping boxes but plays a role in premium or retail-packaged RSC applications. It involves printing high-resolution graphics on paperboard, which is laminated onto the corrugated surface. This method delivers photographic clarity and luxury branding, typically reserved for RSC boxes used in in-store displays or special product presentations. Though higher in cost, litho makes a statement when packaging needs to impress.
Custom inserts add essential protection, organization, and stability within your RSC box. Whether made from corrugated, foam, or molded pulp, inserts help isolate and secure products during transit—reducing damage and improving the unboxing experience. Inserts are especially useful for multi-component kits or fragile items that need separation. They're a vital option for shipping efficiency and presentation quality.
For industries requiring compliance, dedicated label panels streamline the placement of barcodes, handling instructions, warnings, or tracking info. These can be designed into the box layout for easy scanning and consistent branding. Pre-printed guidance zones also reduce labeling errors at the fulfillment stage. It’s a small detail that adds operational precision.
When handling matters, die cut handles make RSC boxes easier to carry and reposition. Ideal for manual distribution, retail backrooms, or internal transfers, they improve ergonomics without sacrificing box integrity. Handle placement and sizing can be tailored to your product weight and usage environment.
Extra board layers at stress points can boost the crush resistance and stacking durability of your box. This is especially valuable for heavier shipments or extended warehousing. Reinforcements can be added selectively, giving you strength where it’s needed most—without increasing material across the entire box.
Custom flaps, tuck closures, or tape guides can simplify sealing and improve tamper resistance. If you use automated equipment, proper closure design ensures smoother throughput. For manual packing, small closure enhancements help maintain speed and consistency on the line.
Perforated tear strips allow for easy opening without tools, enhancing the end-user experience—especially for ecommerce or B2B shipments that need fast unpacking. These features can be positioned for quick access while maintaining structural integrity in transit. They're a practical solution for applications where speed and clean presentation matter.
Printed stacking guides or alignment marks help optimize palletization and storage. These visual cues ensure boxes are oriented correctly for stacking strength and warehouse efficiency. Especially helpful in large-scale fulfillment centers, they support safer, more efficient load management.
Every business has unique packaging challenges—and we’re here to solve them. From custom closure styles to unique perforation patterns, non-standard dimensions, and integrated accessories, we can tailor your RSC boxes to meet specialized handling, branding, or regulatory needs. Whether you’re looking to improve usability, meet industry standards, or streamline fulfillment, we’ll work with you to find the right solution. Contact Brown Packaging to explore advanced customization options built specifically for your product and supply chain.
RSC Box Applications and Solutions
Choosing the right features, materials, and print options for your Fully Overlap (FOL) box is essential to aligning performance with your business goals. A well-optimized FOL box not only protects your product—it also maximizes efficiency, enhances branding, and helps control costs across your packaging operation.
RSC boxes are a staple in industrial packaging thanks to their durability, simplicity, and cost efficiency. They’re ideal for shipping tools, machinery components, auto parts, and bulk items that require dependable protection. Their structural reliability allows for safe palletization, stacking, and warehouse handling. Custom inserts and heavy-duty flute options help secure odd-shaped or heavy products during long transit cycles.
In logistics and distribution networks, RSC boxes play a vital role in moving goods efficiently through complex supply chains. They offer ease of assembly, compatibility with automated systems, and consistent performance across various freight methods. From warehouse to last-mile delivery, RSC packaging helps maintain order accuracy and product protection. Clear labeling and barcoding options also make them ideal for high-volume SKU management.
From small kitchen appliances to heavier units, RSC boxes are often used to package products like blenders, microwaves, and even stoves. Reinforced flaps, foam inserts, and edge protection can be added to ensure impact resistance during shipping. These boxes help meet drop test and stacking strength requirements common in the appliance sector. They also provide an ideal canvas for simple branding and regulatory labeling.
RSC packaging helps furniture brands safely deliver both flat-packed and assembled products. Whether shipping tables, chairs, or shelving units, the full-panel flaps offer added protection against crushing and puncture. Custom dimensions ensure a snug fit around large or irregularly shaped items. For delicate finishes or heavier loads, they can be paired with foam, stretch wrap, or internal partitions.
RSC boxes are widely used in food distribution due to their durability, customizability, and ability to meet industry hygiene and safety standards. They’re often paired with liners or coatings to protect against moisture or grease from packaged goods. From dry foods to frozen items, these boxes support efficient storage and transportation across the cold chain. Print options can include food-safe labeling, handling instructions, and lot tracking.
Beverage brands use RSC boxes for both bulk and multi-pack shipments, especially in wholesale and distributor settings. They offer sturdy protection for cans, bottles, or cartons and are compatible with automated packing lines. Reinforced corners or custom dividers help prevent breakage in transit. While branding is often minimal, these boxes can include key compliance and product ID elements.
RSC boxes are a go-to choice for ecommerce fulfillment, especially for larger or bulkier shipments. Their versatility allows for a wide range of sizes and protection options to suit home delivery. Ecommerce sellers can customize print areas for branding or include QR codes, return info, and unboxing cues. Durable structure and cost efficiency make them ideal for fast-moving fulfillment environments.
While less decorative than other retail-ready packaging styles, RSC boxes still serve key roles for back-of-store storage, bulk displays, or transit packaging. When branded and structured correctly, they can support in-aisle displays or seasonal promotions. They’re often used to deliver products to retailers in a shelf-ready format or to house promotional kits. Retailers appreciate their ease of stacking and recycling.
For electronics, RSC boxes offer protective, secure transit packaging for products like routers, monitors, or small appliances. Anti-static materials or foam inserts can be added to guard against shocks and electrostatic damage. Their sturdy design also supports stacking in warehouse or retail backstock environments. Minimal branding is often paired with clear labeling for efficient sorting.
RSC packaging is commonly used to ship and store vehicle components, ranging from filters to engine parts. These products often require rugged, crush-resistant corrugated paired with foam or molded inserts. Custom sizing ensures parts don’t shift or damage each other during transit. Automotive distributors benefit from their stackability and clear part labeling.
Print shops and office supply brands rely on RSC boxes to transport everything from reams of paper to promotional materials. Their simple, clean structure accommodates stackable loads and supports easy loading/unloading. Custom dimensions help prevent edge curling or bending during shipment. Optional label panels and tear strips make them practical for bulk fulfillment.
Looking for a packaging solution that doesn’t fit the standard mold? RSC corrugated boxes are incredibly versatile and can be tailored for specialized industries, oversized items, or complex distribution needs. Whether you're packaging tools, promotional kits, or something entirely unique, we can help. Contact Brown Packaging to discuss a solution built around your product’s specific requirements.
Ideal for high-volume shipping, single print RSC boxes prioritize function with minimal branding—often just essential information like logos, barcodes, or handling instructions. This keeps production costs low while still maintaining professionalism and traceability.
For brands requiring more visual presence, multi-print RSC boxes allow for additional design elements across multiple panels. This is useful for enhancing customer experience, providing product instructions, or distinguishing between SKUs—especially in B2B and B2C mixed-use environments.
RSC boxes are the industry standard for shipping, offering excellent strength, stacking capability, and efficiency for both palletized and parcel-based distribution. Reinforced flaps and customized sizing protect contents from warehouse to final destination.
Some RSC boxes double as retail-ready displays, especially in club store or warehouse retail formats. Strategic die-cuts, printed interiors, and easy-open panels make them effective for merchandising while still providing shipping durability.
Tamper-evident features like perforated flaps, adhesive seals, or locking tabs help protect goods during transit and provide confidence upon delivery. These enhancements are especially valuable for regulated or high-value items.
When packaging sensitive electronics or circuit-based components, ESD-safe RSC boxes prevent static buildup and discharge that can damage products. These can be combined with anti-static foam or inner liners for full protection throughout handling and shipping.
RSC boxes are highly compatible with recycled content, FSC-certified board, and minimal-ink designs for brands focused on sustainability. Their simple structure makes them easy to recycle post-use, aligning with environmental goals and consumer expectations.
For temperature-sensitive products, RSC boxes can be paired with liners, gel packs, or foil barriers to maintain insulation. Their structural integrity ensures they hold up in refrigerated or frozen transit without collapsing or degrading.
With precise sizing and strong cube efficiency, RSC boxes support pallet optimization, reduce void fill, and minimize freight costs. Their uniformity makes them ideal for automation and fast fulfillment.
Custom dividers, inserts, and labels make RSC boxes perfect for bundling multiple SKUs or product variations in a single shipment. This is especially useful for subscription kits, combo packs, or product launches requiring organized presentation.
RSC boxes can be produced in single-wall, double-wall, or heavy-duty triple-wall corrugated, depending on weight and fragility. This flexibility allows businesses to match strength and cost-efficiency to the product's protection needs.
If your packaging needs go beyond standard configurations, Brown Packaging can help you develop a tailored RSC box solution. From engineered reinforcement to co-pack integration or hybrid material pairings, our team will work with you to meet complex requirements. We specialize in identifying the best fit for your product, supply chain, and budget.
Contact us to explore specialized RSC packaging built for your application.
The Edge Crush Test (ECT) measures the compression strength of corrugated board edges, which is crucial for stacking. A higher ECT rating means the box can better resist crushing during vertical load pressure in storage or transit. For RSC boxes used in bulk shipping or warehousing, edge durability directly impacts product safety and stacking efficiency.
The Mullen’s Burst Test evaluates how much internal pressure a box wall can handle before rupturing. This test reflects a box’s resistance to punctures and impact-related bursts, which is especially important for high-pressure shipping environments. It's often used when contents are heavy, irregularly shaped, or likely to shift during transit.
Drop tests simulate the impact of a package being dropped from various heights and angles. This ensures the box can withstand real-world handling accidents without compromising the product inside. For RSC boxes, it validates the reliability of corner joints, flap seals, and internal cushioning.
The Vibration Test subjects the box to prolonged shaking and jolts, mimicking transportation on trucks, conveyor belts, or pallets. It checks whether contents remain protected and packaging holds up over time. It’s especially relevant for fragile items, electronics, or shipments traveling long distances.
This test determines how much weight a box can bear from above before collapsing. It’s critical for RSC boxes stacked on pallets or racks, where vertical pressure adds up fast. Optimizing this strength prevents crushing during storage or shipping.
This test measures how easily a sharp object can penetrate the corrugated material. It helps evaluate the box’s ability to protect against piercing during rough handling or when packed with hard-edged contents. A higher puncture resistance rating is key for industrial parts, metal components, or hardware.
Moisture resistance testing gauges how well the box resists humidity, water exposure, and condensation. For RSC boxes used in damp environments, cold chain logistics, or warehousing near loading docks, this is essential. It ensures box integrity doesn’t degrade due to moisture.
The Shock Test assesses how the packaging responds to sudden impacts or jolts, like dropping or slamming. This ensures delicate items or sensitive electronics remain unharmed even during unexpected events. It’s valuable for verifying the effectiveness of internal cushioning and inserts.
The Incline Impact Test evaluates how the box holds up when it slides or crashes into a surface at an angle. It simulates shipping scenarios where momentum causes packages to collide on ramps or during pallet loading. This test confirms corner durability, flap integrity, and overall shock absorption.
ASTM standards ensure corrugated boxes meet rigorous performance and safety benchmarks across various industries. These standards cover material quality, construction, and functional testing—offering buyers a baseline for durability, strength, and reliability. Boxes produced to ASTM specs are widely accepted across domestic and international logistics channels.
Frustration-Free Packaging (FFP) is designed for easy opening, minimal waste, and improved customer experience, particularly in ecommerce. It eliminates unnecessary materials like plastic ties, clamshells, and hard-to-open seals. RSC boxes optimized for FFP are efficient for fulfillment and enhance satisfaction at the unboxing stage.
FSC certification verifies that packaging materials are sourced from responsibly managed forests. It signals a brand’s commitment to environmental stewardship and supply chain transparency. Choosing FSC-certified corrugated for your RSC boxes supports sustainability goals and may align with corporate ESG initiatives.
SFI certification promotes the use of fiber from sustainably managed forests and responsible procurement practices. It’s an important indicator for customers seeking eco-conscious sourcing without compromising packaging quality. SFI-certified corrugated is an ideal option for businesses with formal sustainability targets.
ISO 9001 certification ensures the manufacturer follows a globally recognized quality management system. It reflects a commitment to consistency, process control, and continual improvement, giving packaging buyers greater confidence in both product and service. RSC boxes produced under ISO 9001 standards meet high expectations for performance and repeatability.
Depending on your product type or industry, additional compliance may be required—from food-safe materials to chemical safety declarations or retail labeling protocols. Brown Packaging offers guidance and packaging solutions tailored to meet your specific regulatory or retail requirements.
Contact our team to discuss the full range of certifications and testing capabilities available for your project.
Regular Slotted Container Packaging Services
Add more value to your product and packaging experience with our in-house capabilities and services. Work one on one with a project specialist throughout the entire packaging process with services designed to help you meet your goals and maximize your results, while providing you with peace of mind.
Structural design for RSC boxes is about creating a packaging foundation that protects, stacks, and ships efficiently. We tailor box dimensions, flute strength, and closure styles to suit your product’s size, weight, and transit risks. Whether you’re packaging lightweight components or heavy-duty equipment, our goal is to deliver cost-efficient strength with minimal waste. Every design is engineered for performance, handling, and supply chain compatibility.
We can apply your artwork or create custom graphics that fit the structure, printing method, and brand goals of your RSC packaging. Whether it’s simple logos for shipping or full-panel branding for retail, our team ensures that your design prints cleanly and communicates clearly. We account for die lines, panel orientation, and print tolerances from the start. The result is professional, on-brand packaging that looks great and prints without surprises.
Before full production, we provide physical samples or prototypes so you can test structure, fit, and visuals. This gives you confidence that your RSC box performs as expected in real-world conditions. We can quickly revise or refine based on your feedback. Our prototyping process is fast, accurate, and focused on reducing costly surprises later.
We validate your packaging with industry-recognized testing methods, including compression, drop, and edge crush. Testing confirms that your RSC box meets performance expectations for your specific use case—whether it’s e-commerce fulfillment or pallet shipping. We can also help you meet third-party certifications or compliance benchmarks. You get reliable, data-backed results that protect your product and your reputation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we do offer recyclable and other sustainable materials. Contact us and we can go over sustainable options with you that best fit your project.
Order minimums vary from project to project, it usually depends on the type of packaging, design, size and desired materials. Contact us and we will evaluate the best options for your packaging needs.
Lead times can vary depending on your display style, design, quantity, materials and other factors. To get an accurate lead time for your project, contact us and a packaging expert will assist you.
Alternatives to RSC, include HSC, FOL, STE, RTE, RETT, and many others. Visit our corrugated box page to view all styles.
Shipping is free to all Southern California businesses. Fees are generally added to orders outside of Southern California or if you need a rush order.
Yes, we have the most common and standard sizes for RSC boxes for sale. Contact us to see whether your desired size is available in standard or custom.
