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Set-Up Boxes
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Definition
Summary
Set-up boxes, which are also called rigid boxes, are produced from nonbending chipboard, which is a type of paperboard. Set-up boxes are used as custom packaging for items such as jewelry, games, business cards, stationery, specialty foods and clothing. These boxes are generally rectangular in shape and come with a base and a lid. Set-up boxes are fully assembled when delivered and are stronger than folding cartons.
This Report Includes:
- Jewelry Boxes
- Business Card Boxes
Not in this Report:
- Corrugated Boxes
- Wooden Shipping Crates & Boxes
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Global Set-Up Boxes Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Set-Up Boxes market.
Warning Trends
Reciprocal tariffs drive up packaging product prices
- The Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to all products imported from most nations, are set to take effect on August 7 after the national tariff rates were finalized on August 1. Additionally, 50.0% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, except those from the United Kingdom, went into effect in June.
- These tariffs will have a significant effect across the packaging industry as the United States imports a combined total of more than $127 billion worth of plastic, steel, and lumber annually, the three most common materials in packaging products.
- Leading packaging product importers include Canada, Mexico, and China, which face tariff rates of 35.0%, 25.0%, and 20.0%, respectively, with the Chinese import tariff rate set to rise to 54.0% in August. However, United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA)-originating goods, meaning those produced entirely in Canada or Mexico, are exempt from these tariffs.
- China accounts for 48.6% of imported plastic products in the United States, making current and upcoming tariffs on Chinese goods particularly impactful for the price of plastic packaging materials, which the Yale Budget Lab projects will rise in price by 11.0%.
- Likewise, Canada and Mexico provide a combined 51.6% of lumber imports, driving a 6.8% increase in the price of wooden products. Steel and aluminum tariffs are projected to fuel a 39.2% increase in the cost of metal packaging products on average.
Global Set-Up Boxes Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 495 |
| #2 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 445 |
| #3 India | 295 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Set-Up Boxes
United States
2026 Market Pricing$5.90 to $XXX.XX
per 10 boxesAverage Price
Prices in the Set-Up Boxes market range from $5.90 to $XXX.XX, depending on Dimensions, Materials, Customization, Complexity and Quantity. For example, lower prices are associated with 3.75 inches by 2.25 inches by 1.75 inches (about $14.72 per 10 boxes), 4 inches by 3.5 inches by 2 inches (about $15.53 per 10 boxes), 4.75 inches by 3.5 inches by 2 inches (about $15.76 per 10 boxes) and 7 inches by 3.5 inches by 2 inches (about $15.99 per 10 boxes), whereas higher prices are associated with .
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Set-Up Boxes Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Set-Up Boxes market, prices in the US have grown 2.1% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Set-Up Boxes
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Set-Up Boxes market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs.
Negotiated Before
Transportation
Prototyping
Billed During
Storage
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.0 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Recent Price Volatility. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Paperboard Mills
- Printing, Paper, Food, Textile & Other Machinery Manufacturers
- Adhesive Manufacturers
- Recyclable Material Wholesalers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Wood Pulp Mills
- Iron & Steel Manufacturers
- Plastic & Resin Manufacturers
- Recycling Facilities
Biggest Set-Up Boxes Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Set-Up Boxes vendors by revenue in the US are Marion Paper Company, Staples Inc. and Uline, Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon.Com, Inc. | Global | Seattle | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| The Odp Corporation | International | BOCA RATON, FL | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Staples Inc. | Global | Framingham, MA | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Uline, Inc. | International | Pleasant Prairie, WI | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Westrock Co | Global | ATLANTA, GA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Marion Paper Company | National | Marion, IN | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
| All Packaging Company Inc. | National | Aurora, CO | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
| Brimar Packaging | International | Elyria, OH | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
| Burt Rigid Box | Local | Oneonta, NY | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Set-Up Boxes market is 4.4% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
The high level of vendor financial risk dampens buyer power because supplier bankruptcy could disrupt supply and cause buyers to lose money if the supplier has already been paid.
Supply chain risk in this market is moderate as there is a risk of disruptions to the supply of wood pulp and paper products. Moderate supply chain risk impedes buyer power by raising the risk of sudden price shifts or shortages resulting from disruptions in the supply of inputs.
The set-up box market is characterized by a medium level of market share concentration, with the top 4 vendors claiming between 40.0% and 50.0% of industry revenue in 2019. About 194 suppliers operate in the set-up box market, most of which are small firms with very little market share.
The United States is a net importer of set-up boxes, importing more set-up boxes than it exports. Buyers importing set-up boxes should weigh any cost savings from importing against longer delivery times and higher shipping costs.
Supplier Information
Amazon.Com, Inc.
Amazon.com, Inc. is a global e-commerce company that offers a range of consumer products and services through online and physical stores. It resells merchandise and content and offers products from third-party sellers. It also manufactures and sells electronic devices and develops and distributes media content.... Subscribe to learn more
Staples Inc.
Staples Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing, manufacturing, manufacturing, information, professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include printing & writing paper, business... Subscribe to learn more
The Odp Corporation
ODP Corp. is a holding company that provides products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel channels. It sells and markets office supplies, cleaning, janitorial, and breakroom supplies, office furniture, technology products,... Subscribe to learn more
Uline, Inc.
Uline, Inc. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing, manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include personal paper products, paper towels, receipt tape, paper cups, newsprint & offset papers. Founded in 1980, the company is currently headquartered in Pleasant... Subscribe to learn more
All Packaging Company Inc.
Mill Rock Packaging Partners LLC is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include set-up boxes. Founded in 1946, the company is currently headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, United States of America with an estimated 175 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Brimar Packaging
Brimar Packaging, Inc. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include set-up boxes. Founded in 1983, the company is currently headquartered in Elyria, Ohio, United States of America with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Burt Rigid Box
Burt Rigid Box is a private company operating locally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include set-up boxes. Founded in 1886, the company is currently headquartered in Oneonta, New York, United States of America with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Marion Paper Company
Marion Paper Company is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include set-up boxes. Founded in 1897, the company is currently headquartered in Marion, Indiana, United States of America with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Peek Packaging, Inc.
Peek Packaging, Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include set-up boxes. Founded in 2003, the company is currently headquartered in Vista, California, United States of America with an estimated 175 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Set-Up Boxes Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Response Time and Defect Density. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Delivery and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Response Time |
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Number of queries Cumulative response time |
Buyers will need assistance when they encounter problems with their orders. A prompt response from the vendor’s support staff will help ensure that problems are quickly resolved, limiting any disruptions to the buyer’s operations. |
| Defect Density |
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Number of products delivered Number of defective products |
Defective products will need to be returned to the seller, limiting product availability. Suppliers should replace defective or damaged products at no cost to the buyer. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
What past experience do you have creating set-up boxes that are similar to those my company requires?
How many of your current customers are from my industry?
Specifications
What tests do you perform to ensure that your boxes offer sufficient protection for certain products?
How do you ensure that box substrate materials, coverings, and internal fittings and linings hold up over time?
Supply Chain Risk
What agreements do you have with companies in your supply chain network to ensure access to input materials?
How diversified is your supplier base to ensure continuity and reduce risks of supply shortages?
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Set-Up Boxes RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide vendors with an overview of their operations and describe their general use of set-up boxes.
Buyers should describe the contents being packaged in set-up boxes.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide specifications for their order of set-up boxes. These factors should include dimensions, color and material composition.
Buyers should describe any custom designs they may require.
Project Budget
Buyers should specify the total contract value for their order of set-up boxes.
Buyers should break down the total cost by the per-unit price to easily compare bids.
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