Single Wall Cartons Size 3

Features & Benefits

• Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm provide rectangular packaging for suitable products and grouped items
• Nominal size of 381mm x 254mm x 277mm
• Imperial size of approximately 15 x 10 x 10.91 inches
• Measurements shown as width x depth x height
• Rectangular base accommodates a variety of retail and household products
• Additional height compared with shallow cartons allows room for taller contents and cushioning
• Plain cardboard provides a practical packaging appearance
• Single-wall construction offers lightweight everyday protection
• Straightforward to assemble and secure with suitable packing tape
• Can be combined with paper, bubble wrap, foam or other void-fill materials
• Helps protect suitable products against minor knocks and surface contact when appropriately packed
• Easy to label and incorporate into organised dispatch systems
• Suitable for e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, storage and smaller removal tasks
• Customers should test the completed package for their particular application
• We deliver these cartons to UK mainland addresses

Common Uses

These rectangular cartons are suitable for packing appropriately sized items, including:

• Clothing and fashion accessories
• Folded textiles and soft furnishings
• Gift sets and promotional items
• Cosmetics and personal-care products
• Mugs and ceramics with suitable protection
• Compact homeware products
• Small electrical products with suitable protection
• Cables and electrical accessories
• Craft supplies and handmade products
• Stationery and office supplies
• Components and spare parts
• Toys and collectables
• Product samples
• Grouped retail products
• Retail stock
• E-commerce orders
• Click-and-collect purchases
• Selected house-moving contents
• Boxed or separately packaged food products

Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm

Our Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm offer a rectangular format for everyday packing, dispatch and indoor storage. Their proportions accommodate suitable individual products or carefully arranged groups of smaller items.

Choosing a carton close to the dimensions of your protected goods can help avoid unnecessary empty space. Consequently, you may need less void fill than you would with a much larger box.

The cardboard outer package forms one part of the complete packing system. Wrapping, cushioning, separation and secure closure also contribute to protecting the contents.

For repeat orders, prepare a trial pack using your actual products. This helps you establish a consistent method while allowing enough room for protection.

We can discuss carton sizes and complementary materials with you. However, always assess the finished package against its intended handling conditions.

Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm Dimensions and Specifications

• Product type: Corrugated cardboard carton.
• Construction: Single wall.
• Metric dimensions: 381mm x 254mm x 277mm.
• Approximate imperial dimensions: 15 x 10 x 10.91 inches.
• Dimension order: Width x depth x height.
• Applications: Packing, dispatch and indoor storage of suitable goods.

The imperial measurements are approximate conversions of the supplied metric dimensions. Therefore, use the metric size when comparing the carton with your product measurements.

Allow room for protection beneath, above and around the contents. In addition, include any dividers or retail packaging that will remain inside the box.

For close-fitting products, check the usable internal dimensions with us before ordering. A nominal carton size should not replace a practical fit test.

Consider the complete packed weight alongside the measurements. The contents, cushioning and closure method all affect suitability.

Understanding Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm Measurements

Measure your product after adding the protective wrapping you intend to use. This gives you a more reliable starting point than measuring the bare item alone.

First, check the widest and deepest points of the protected goods. Then measure their full height, including any cushioning beneath or above them.

Protruding parts need particular attention. For example, handles, lids and outer retail sleeves can increase the space a product requires.

If several items will share one carton, arrange them as you intend to pack them. Likewise, include separators where products could knock or rub against one another.

The carton should close naturally without pressure from the contents. At the same time, avoid leaving large gaps that permit unwanted movement.

A trial pack also helps you check access. You should be able to load and remove the goods without forcing them against the cardboard.

Choosing Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm

Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm may suit products that fit comfortably within their rectangular format. Start by checking the protected dimensions and intended packing arrangement.

Consider the weight, shape and fragility of each item. In addition, think about whether the carton will travel individually or inside a larger outer package.

Soft goods may need simple containment and separation. Delicate homeware, by contrast, can require cushioning around every side.

Dense components can place concentrated pressure on the base. Similarly, sharp parts need suitable protection to prevent damage to the carton or neighbouring products.

The available space does not determine how much weight you should pack. Avoid filling the carton with heavy contents simply because they fit.

For more demanding applications, discuss alternative sizes or constructions with us. Before regular use, test the complete combination of carton, contents, cushioning and closure.

How to Assemble Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm

Prepare a clean, dry packing surface and gather the materials you need. Keep suitable tape, cushioning and labels within easy reach.

Follow the carton’s folds and creases to form its intended shape. Next, secure the base using a closure method appropriate to the design and contents.

Check that the assembled carton sits squarely. Its base should remain secure when you add the intended products and packing materials.

If you use adhesive tape, apply it to clean, dry cardboard and press it down firmly. In addition, make sure it bridges the relevant seams securely.

Place any base cushioning inside before loading the goods. Then add the remaining protection without pushing the side panels out of shape.

Close the top only when the contents fit comfortably. Finally, inspect the base, top and closure areas before moving the finished package.

Packing with Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm

A suitable packing method helps keep products stable inside their outer carton. Therefore, choose protection according to the contents rather than using one approach for every order.

Wrap delicate surfaces individually where necessary. In addition, separate products that could scratch, knock or press against one another.

For taller items, provide suitable support around the sides as well as cushioning beneath and above them. Pay particular attention to exposed corners, handles and protruding parts.

Use suitable void fill to occupy unwanted gaps. However, avoid forcing excessive material into the carton, as this can distort the panels or prevent proper closure.

If you arrange goods in layers, use appropriate separation between them. Do not allow heavier products to press directly onto fragile contents below.

Check for unwanted movement using a method appropriate to the products. Once you are satisfied with the arrangement, seal the carton securely.

Apply a clear delivery label where the carrier and recipient can read it easily. Keep essential address information away from opening seams where possible.

Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm for Business, Storage and Removals

Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm can help organise suitable products within a business packing routine. For example, one carton size may accommodate several items with similar protected dimensions.

Keep the packing method specific to each product. Two items can fit the same box while requiring different levels of cushioning.

For stock storage, label each carton with a clear description or reference. As a result, your team can identify the contents without opening every package.

These boxes may also help organise selected household belongings during a move. Nevertheless, assess the packed weight and choose suitable alternative packaging for demanding removal tasks.

Avoid grouping heavy components with delicate products unless you provide effective separation. Separate cartons can make protection, identification and handling more straightforward.

We deliver to UK mainland addresses. Contact us if you would like help comparing carton sizes for business, storage or packing requirements.

Storing Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm

Keep unused cartons in a clean, dry indoor area. Protect them from leaks, damp floors and places where condensation may develop.

Avoid unnecessary crushing before use. In addition, keep heavy objects away from stored cartons if they could damage the panels or creases.

For packed storage, choose a stable surface and position labels where you can see them. Place heavier packages below lighter ones where appropriate.

Do not assume every packed carton can support the same stacking arrangement. Instead, assess the box condition, contents and pressure from packages above it.

Inspect stored cartons periodically for moisture or damage. If a box becomes weakened or distorted, transfer the contents into suitable replacement packaging.

Before reusing a carton, check its base, sides and closure areas. Reuse it only when its condition suits the next application.

Alternative Names for Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm

You may also find this type of packaging described as:

• Single Wall Cardboard Boxes
• Single Wall Cartons
• Corrugated Cardboard Boxes
• Rectangular Packing Cartons
• Cardboard Packing Boxes
• Cardboard Dispatch Boxes
• Storage Cartons
• 381mm x 254mm x 277mm Cardboard Boxes

These names describe a general packaging type. However, similar wording does not guarantee identical dimensions, construction or performance.

When comparing Single Wall Cartons 381x254x277mm with other options, check the measurements and intended application together. This helps you select by practical fit rather than by a general product name alone.

Food Safety Information

Use these cartons as secondary packaging when food already has suitable food-contact packaging around it. Do not place unpackaged food directly against the cardboard.

Keep inner food packaging securely closed before packing. In addition, separate packs where contact could damage their seals or surfaces.

Store cartons away from chemicals and other potential contaminants. If the contents could leak, use suitable sealed inner packaging.

These cartons do not provide temperature control. Therefore, chilled or frozen products need a complete packaging and delivery system suited to their temperature requirements.

For specialist food-packing applications, discuss your requirements with us before ordering.

PPWR Compliance Information

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, Regulation (EU) 2025/40, concerns packaging placed on the EU market. Its requirements apply on a phased basis, so businesses should check the provisions and dates relevant to their activities. Further information appears in the European Commission’s packaging guidance.

Choosing an appropriately sized carton can help avoid unnecessary empty space. However, carton selection alone does not establish compliance.

Assess the complete package, including fillers, tape, labels and inner packaging. Your supply-chain role and destination market also affect the requirements you need to consider.

This description is not a declaration of PPWR compliance. Contact us for available product information and obtain appropriate advice for your specific obligations.

Sample Requests

A trial pack can help you assess suitability before placing a larger order. In particular, use your actual products, wrapping and closure method when checking the carton.

Samples may be available. Please contact us to discuss your requirements:

• Email: sales@expresspackaging.co.uk
• Telephone: 0121 622 2347

Tell us the carton dimensions you are considering and what you intend to pack. In addition, mention any specific handling requirements so we can help with your enquiry.

Illustration Only

Product images provide a general illustration of the packaging. Contents, tape, labels and protective materials are not included unless the listing states otherwise.

Dimensions are nominal, and manufacturing tolerances may affect fit. Therefore, check a sample where your product requires a close-fitting package.

Photography and screen settings can affect the appearance of cardboard online. Always assess the actual carton and complete packing arrangement before regular use.