Reed diffuser box
18pt SBS, tall bottle fit300 minimum · 10 to 12 business daysA reed diffuser box is a tall, narrow folding carton sized to hold a diffuser bottle together with its reed sticks, built for home fragrance brands where the box needs enough interior height for the reeds without being oversized for the bottle. We produce them on 18pt SBS from 300 units, ready in about 10 to 12 business days after proof.
When to choose it, and when not to
Choose a reed diffuser box when your product ships as a bottle with reed sticks that need enough interior height to travel without bending, and you want branded packaging that reads as a home fragrance gift item.
Choose a shorter fragrance carton instead if you're packaging a spray or roll-on format without long reed sticks, since this box's extra height is built specifically around accommodating reed length.
Specifications
| Board | 18pt SBS paperboard, printed and die cut |
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| Fit | Sized for a diffuser bottle plus reed stick height, tell us your bottle and reed dimensions |
| Window | Optional PET window in the lid |
| Closure | Tuck-top or auto-lock bottom carton |
| Offset CMYK, matte or gloss finish, foil accents available | |
| Minimum | 300 units |
| Lead time | 10 to 12 business days after proof |
| Prototype | On request; timing confirmed in your quote |
| Sizes we run | 2.5 x 2.5 x 9 in (standard bottle and reeds) 3 x 3 x 11 in (larger diffuser) custom size to your bottle and reed length |
Materials that suit it
Questions people ask
Will the box actually keep the reed sticks from bending in transit?
The box is sized with enough interior height to hold reeds straight without pressure against the lid. Send us your reed stick length and we'll confirm clearance; an unusually long reed may need a custom height.
Should I get a window to show the bottle and oil color?
A window is a popular choice for reed diffusers since the bottle shape and oil color are part of the product's appeal. A solid lid works fine if you'd rather keep the fragrance and design fully covered until opened.
Can the box hold the bottle securely so it doesn't shift and leak?
The carton holds the bottle snugly by its footprint. For an extra measure of security during shipping we can add a simple interior tab or divider, so ask us about that option.
Is 18pt board sturdy enough for a glass diffuser bottle?
18pt SBS is our standard and handles typical retail and shipping handling well. It's a box, not a shock-absorbing shipper, so for e-commerce shipping direct to customers we'd suggest confirming your bottle is well-sealed and considering some additional void fill in the outer shipping carton.
Can different scent variants share one box design?
A shared base design with a variable label or scent name can work well for a home fragrance line, but each distinct print design still runs as its own job with its own 300-unit minimum.
Do you offer foil stamping for a premium gift look?
Yes, foil stamping and embossing are both available and are common upgrades for home fragrance packaging meant to read as a gift item.
How is a reed diffuser box different from a perfume carton?
Height and fit. The reed diffuser box is a tall, narrow 18pt SBS carton with enough inside height for the bottle plus the reeds, with an optional window, from 300 units in 10 to 12 business days after proof. The perfume carton is 24pt SBS with a die-cut cradle cut to the exact shape of a fragrance bottle, from 500 units in 10 to 12 business days. A diffuser with reeds needs the taller box; a spray bottle that has to sit still on a counter needs the perfume carton.
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Ready to price your reed diffuser box?
Send the size and quantity for a quote and a dieline, usually within one business day. Your digital proof follows, usually within one business day of your artwork. Design help and the Swatch Book of materials are free.