Process of Making Custom Cannabis Packaging
Custom Cannabis Packaging Manufacturing Process Step by Step
This article explains how custom cannabis packaging is made, from design and material selection to printing, quality inspection, and final delivery.
Understanding the manufacturing process of custom cannabis packaging helps dispensaries and retailers choose the most suitable solutions for their products.
From Concept to Doorstep Delivery
Our streamlined process ensures that your custom cannabis packaging is functional, compliant, visually appealing, and delivered on time. Whether you need pre-roll packaging, vape packaging, edible packaging, flower packaging, seed packaging, or concentrate packaging, we guide you through every step.
Step 1: Provide Product Dimensions & Packaging Requirements
Start by sharing the exact dimensions and specifications of your cannabis product, such as:
Vape cartridges
Pre-roll joints
Cannabis edibles & gummie
Marijuana flower
Seeds & concentrates
Each cannabis product has unique packaging requirements.
For example:
Pre-roll packaging should help prevent products from drying out
Concentrate packaging should be resistant to heat and light
Edible packaging often requires better sealing and odor control
Our team will help you select the most suitable custom cannabis packaging solution based on your product needs.
Step 2: Choose the Best Cannabis Packaging Solution
Once product details are confirmed, the next step is selecting the packaging style and material that best fits your brand and product.
We offer custom cannabis packaging in multiple materials, including:
Cardboard cannabis packaging (eco-friendly & biodegradable)
Glass packaging
Plastic packaging
Mylar packaging (odor-proof & moisture-resistant)
We help you evaluate aesthetics, functionality, compliance, and cost to make an informed decision.
We help you evaluate aesthetics, functionality, compliance, and cost to make an informed decision.
Once the structure is approved, finishing and decoration options are planned in the next stage →
Step 3: Packaging Dieline (Template) Development
After confirming the box style, our team will provide a professional packaging dieline (template).
This dieline:
Matches your product dimensions precisely
Guides your designer to apply artwork correctly
Ensures accurate cutting, folding, and assembly
Following the dieline precisely is critical to achieving a perfect fit.
Step 4: Prototype / Pre-Production Sampling (3–5 Days)
Before mass production, we create a prototype (pre-production sample) to:
Verify product fit
Test structure and child-resistant functions (if applicable)
Review design, layout, and overall appearance
Sampling helps eliminate risks and ensures everything is correct before large-scale manufacturing.
Step 5: Mass Printing & Box Assembly (12–20 Days)
Once the prototype is approved, we move into mass production:
Printing your design using high-quality processes
Box cutting, folding, and assembly
Insert installation (if required)
We maintain strict production standards to ensure consistent quality across all units.
Step 6: Quality Inspection & Control
Every batch undergoes rigorous quality inspection, including:
Printing accuracy
Structural integrity
Functionality (child-resistant mechanisms)
Overall appearance and durability
This step ensures your custom cannabis packaging meets both brand expectations and industry standards.
Step 7: Delivery (DDP Shipping Available)
After quality approval, your packaging is securely packed and shipped.
We mainly support DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) shipping, which is preferred by most US cannabis buyers.
DDP includes:
Export handling
Customs clearance
Duties & taxes
Door-to-door delivery
Your order arrives on time and hassle-free, ready for use.
One-stop custom cannabis packaging manufacturer
Expertise in vape, pre-roll, edible & flower packaging
Fast sampling: 3–5 days
Stable mass production: 12–20 days
Professional dieline & structural support
DDP shipping to the USA
Let us help you create cannabis packaging that protects your product and elevates your brand.
Contact us today to start your custom packaging project.
FAQ – Custom Cannabis Packaging Manufacturing Process
Below are answers to common questions about the custom cannabis packaging manufacturing process.
Q1: What are the main steps in custom cannabis packaging manufacturing?
A: The process typically includes packaging structure design, artwork approval, material sourcing, printing, die-cutting, assembly, quality inspection, and final shipment.
Q2: How long does it take to produce custom cannabis packaging?
A: Standard production lead time is usually 15–25 business days, depending on packaging type, order quantity, and customization level.
Q3: Can child-resistant features be added during the manufacturing process?
A: Yes. Child-resistant mechanisms are integrated during the structural design and prototyping stage to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Q4: What materials are commonly used for custom cannabis packaging?
A: Common materials include paperboard, rigid cardboard, tin, glass, and sustainable or recyclable materials based on brand requirements.
Q5: How is quality control handled during cannabis packaging production?
A: Quality control is conducted at multiple stages, including material inspection, in-process checks, and final inspection before shipment.
Q6: Can packaging be modified after sampling is approved?
A: Minor adjustments may be possible, but major structural or material changes typically require a new sampling process.
