Collection of custom acrylic boxes — gift box, shadow box, shoe box, and storage box

Acrylic Boxes

Custom acrylic boxes built to package, present, and protect. Not generic cardboard.

Wetop Acrylic manufactures custom acrylic boxes — also known as plexiglass or perspex boxes — for gifting, shadow displays, storage, shoe organization, flower presentation, and specialty applications. Every acrylic box with lid is built to your exact dimensions with your choice of opening mechanism, panel composition, and interior configuration including custom dividers, foam inserts, and velvet lining. MOQ 50 pieces, samples in 3–5 days.

ISO 9001 Certified · 2,000+ Custom Projects · Samples in 3–5 Days

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Box Construction & Interior Design

Custom acrylic boxes — including acrylic boxes with lids for gifting, storage, and retail — are built with four opening mechanisms (hinged, sliding, magnetic, sealed), three panel compositions (all-clear, mixed-panel, opaque with window), and custom interior configurations (dividers, foam inserts, velvet lining). Box construction determines how contents are accessed, displayed, organized, and protected.

Opening Mechanisms

hinge open base

Hinged Top

Lid attached by piano hinge or integrated acrylic hinge. Opens fully for loading and unloading. Stays connected — nothing to lose or set aside.

Best for: storage boxes, donation boxes, retail counter boxes

pull drawer outer shell groove track

Sliding Drawer

Front or side panel slides out along precision-grooved tracks. Keeps the box dust-tight when closed. Pull to access, push to seal.

Best for: gift packaging, under-shelf storage, display-and-access combinations

lid base magnets lift

Magnetic Lift-Off

Lid separates completely from base. Embedded magnets create a clean, seamless closure with no visible hardware. Set the lid on, magnets lock it in place.

Best for: gift boxes, shoe boxes, flower boxes, premium packaging

open top 5 sides — no lid

5-Sided Box (Open Top)

Four walls and a base — no lid. Contents are always accessible from the top. The simplest, most cost-effective box construction.

Best for: countertop organizers, pen holders, planter boxes, catch-all containers

Panel Composition

Type Description Best for
All-Clear Every panel is transparent. Contents fully visible from all angles. Storage boxes, shoe boxes, display-forward applications
Mixed-Panel Combination of clear + frosted, colored, or mirrored panels. Typically: colored base/sides + clear lid or front. Gift boxes, flower boxes, branded packaging
Opaque + Window Solid-color body with one or more clear panels for selective visibility. Donation boxes (clear front, opaque sides), luxury packaging

Interior Configurations

wall open front item 3–8 cm depth backing mount

Shadow Box — Deep Recess

Open-front 5-sided box mounted to wall. Deep side walls (3–8 cm) create a recessed display space for jerseys, medals, dried flowers, and keepsakes.

magnetic lid (frosted) magnets velvet lining product die-cut cavity

Gift Box — Insert Tray

Magnetic lid + die-cut foam or velvet insert tray shaped to cradle the exact product. The insert creates a luxury unboxing experience.

lift-off lid compartments removable dividers stacking ridges slot grooves

Storage Box — Divider Compartments

Lift-off lid + removable divider grids slotted into precision-cut grooves. Compartments are reconfigurable for different item sizes.

drop box body hinge (top) magnets (bottom)

Shoe Box — Drop-Front Door

Front panel hinges at the top and drops forward for easy access — no need to unstack. Magnets at the bottom snap it shut. Interlocking ridges for stable stacking.

Not sure which construction you need? Send us your specs — we'll recommend the best combination of opening, panels, and interior.

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Acrylic Boxes We've Built

A sample of recent acrylic box projects from our Shenzhen factory.

Luxury Cosmetics Gift Boxes

Luxury Cosmetics Gift Boxes

1,500 units · Frosted acrylic + clear lid · Magnetic closure · Custom-cut velvet insert · UV-printed logo

US skincare brand · Delivered in 20 days

Sneaker Storage Boxes

Sneaker Storage Boxes

3,000 units · Clear acrylic · Drop-front magnetic door · Stackable · Custom logo printing

US sneaker retailer · Delivered in 22 days

Preserved Rose Boxes

Preserved Rose Boxes

800 units · Black acrylic base + clear lid · Single-rose foam insert · Hot-stamped branding

European flower delivery brand · Delivered in 15 days

Jersey Shadow Box Frames

Jersey Shadow Box Frames

500 units · 30×40cm · 5cm depth · Wall-mount hardware · Diamond polished

US home decor brand · Delivered in 18 days

Charity Donation Boxes

Charity Donation Boxes

200 units · Clear acrylic · Slotted top · Lockable rear door · Branded header panel

US nonprofit organization · Delivered in 12 days

Office Storage Organizer Boxes

Office Storage Organizer Boxes

1,000 units · Clear acrylic · Lift-off lid · 6-compartment divider grid · Stackable

US retail chain · Delivered in 16 days

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Why Acrylic for Boxes?

Acrylic (PMMA) is the preferred material for custom boxes because it combines full transparency with durability, moisture resistance, and unlimited custom shapes via laser cutting and CNC machining. Unlike cardboard, an acrylic box is permanent — buyers keep it and reuse it. Unlike wood or metal, acrylic is lightweight and offers complete visibility of the contents inside.

Acrylic (PMMA) Cardboard Wood Metal
Clarity 92% light transmission Opaque Opaque Opaque
Durability High — shatter-resistant Low — crushes, tears Medium — dents, scratches High — dents
Weight Lightweight Very light Heavy Heavy
Moisture resistance Fully resistant Absorbs — warps, molds Absorbs — swells, warps Rusts (steel) or corrodes
Custom shapes Laser-cut, CNC, thermoformed Die-cut only CNC, hand-cut Stamping, welding
Reusability Permanent — buyers keep it Disposable Long-term Long-term
Branding UV print, silk-screen, engrave, hot stamp Print only Engrave, print Engrave, stamp
Cost (custom, low volume) Medium Low High High
Best for Gifts, display, storage, retail packaging Shipping, disposable packaging Furniture, luxury keepsakes Industrial, heavy-duty

Materials, Finishes & Specs

Every acrylic box is built to your specifications. Choose from 5 material types, 6 finishing options, 4 opening mechanisms, and 3 panel compositions — with fully customizable dimensions, interior configurations, branding, and packaging.

Acrylic material options for boxes

Materials

MaterialProperties
Clear acrylic (PMMA)92% light transmission, optical clarity
Colored acrylic50+ standard colors, custom Pantone matching
Frosted acrylicDiffused light, premium matte appearance
Mirrored acrylicLightweight mirror-finish panels for bases and backs
UV-filtering acrylicBlocks 92%+ UV rays, protects contents from fading
Edge and surface finish options for acrylic boxes

Edge & Surface Finishes

FinishResult
Diamond polishingCrystal-clear, optically transparent edges
Flame polishingSmooth, cost-effective edge finish
Silk-screen printingSingle or multi-color graphics and logos
UV full-color printingPhoto-quality, full-bleed graphics
Laser engravingPrecise, permanent marking and patterns
Hot stampingGold, silver, or custom foil accents
Technical specifications for acrylic boxes

Technical Specifications

SpecDetails
Thickness range2mm – 15mm
Max single-piece size600mm × 400mm × 400mm
Larger designsAssembled from precision-cut panels
Opening mechanismsHinged top, sliding drawer, magnetic lift-off, sealed
Panel compositionAll-clear, mixed-panel, opaque + window
Interior optionsDividers, foam inserts, velvet/suede lining, compartment trays
Edge optionsSquare or rounded corners
AssemblySolvent bonding, mechanical fasteners, hinges
ShippingFlat-pack or fully assembled
MOQ50 pieces
Sample lead time3–5 days
Production lead time15–20 days

Thickness Guide

2–3mm

Lightweight small gift boxes, flower box lids, and thin-wall storage containers. Economical for high-volume orders.

Best for: gift boxes, flower boxes, high-volume orders

4–6mm best value

The best balance of durability, clarity, and cost. Strong enough for daily use, clear enough for display, and cost-effective at volume.

Best for: shoe boxes, storage, gift boxes, donation boxes

8–10mm

Premium gift boxes and large shadow box frames. Substantial weight and rigid feel.

Best for: premium gifts, shadow boxes, luxury packaging

12–15mm

Extra-thick feature boxes, large-format shadow boxes, and heavy-duty donation boxes. Maximum structural strength.

Best for: large shadow boxes, heavy-duty, feature boxes

Not sure what you need? Send us a reference photo or sketch — our team will recommend the best combination of materials, opening mechanism, and interior setup.

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What Affects Acrylic Box Pricing?

Acrylic box pricing depends on six factors: dimensions, thickness, quantity, opening mechanism, interior configuration, and panel composition. We don't publish fixed prices because every box is custom — but here's what drives the cost so you can plan your budget.

Box Dimensions & Thickness

Larger boxes and thicker acrylic use more material. A 3mm small gift box costs significantly less than a 10mm large shadow box frame.

Order Quantity

Unit cost drops sharply as quantity increases. 500 boxes cost less per piece than 50.

Opening Mechanism

A sealed box or simple lift-off lid is the most affordable. Hinged tops, sliding drawers, and magnetic closures add cost based on hardware and precision fit.

Interior Configuration

An empty box is standard pricing. Custom dividers, die-cut foam inserts, and velvet or suede lining add to per-unit cost based on complexity and material.

Panel Composition

All-clear acrylic is standard pricing. Mixed-panel designs (frosted + clear, colored + clear) and opaque-with-window configurations cost more due to additional cutting and bonding.

Finishing & Branding

UV printing, laser engraving, and custom foil stamping add to the per-unit cost. Diamond polishing is included as standard on every box.

Most custom acrylic boxes fall within a predictable range once you lock in these six variables. Send us your specs and we'll give you an exact number — no ballpark, no surprises.

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Why Businesses Choose Wetop for Acrylic Boxes

Businesses choose Wetop for acrylic box manufacturing because of precision interior configurations, full box-type coverage from gift packaging to ballot boxes, and sample-to-production consistency — backed by ISO 9001 certification and 18+ years of custom acrylic experience.

Wetop Acrylic factory — acrylic box production

Interior Precision That Protects

Die-cut foam inserts shaped to your exact product. Velvet lining cut to the millimeter. Divider grids that slot into precision-grooved channels. The interior of an acrylic box determines whether contents arrive protected, look premium on the shelf, and stay organized over time. We build the inside with the same precision as the outside — because what's inside the box is what your customer sees first.

From Gift Box to Ballot Box — One Factory, Full Range

Shadow boxes, gift boxes, shoe boxes, flower boxes, storage boxes, donation boxes — all built in the same 5,000 m² Shenzhen facility. One supplier handles your entire box lineup: same quality standards, same account manager, consolidated shipping. No need to split orders across factories or manage multiple timelines.

From Prototype to Production in Days

Samples ship in 3–5 days. Bulk production runs 15–20 days. Our facility scales from 50-unit test orders to 50,000-unit rollouts — same factory, same quality standards, same team.

We needed custom gift boxes for a skincare launch — frosted acrylic, velvet inserts, magnetic lids. Sample matched our mockup exactly, full batch arrived with zero defects. We've since added shoe boxes and storage boxes to our orders.

— Brand Manager, US Skincare Company

Who Uses Acrylic Boxes?

Acrylic boxes are used by luxury brands, cosmetics companies, florists, sneaker retailers, home decor brands, and nonprofit organizations. Wetop has built custom acrylic boxes for brands across 25+ countries — from 50-piece sample runs to 10,000-unit production orders.

Gift & Luxury Brands acrylic boxes

Gift & Luxury Brands

Premium acrylic gift boxes with magnetic lids, velvet inserts, and custom branding. The packaging becomes part of the product experience — buyers keep the box.

Wedding & Events acrylic boxes

Wedding & Events

Favor boxes, invitation boxes, ring boxes, and keepsake boxes. Frosted, colored, and engraved options for personalized event packaging.

Florists & Garden acrylic boxes

Florists & Garden

Rose boxes, flower presentation boxes, and terrarium-style boxes. Mixed-panel designs with hidden water reservoirs or foam inserts for fresh and preserved flowers.

Sneaker & Footwear acrylic boxes

Sneaker & Footwear

Stackable drop-front shoe boxes for resellers, retailers, and collectors. High-volume orders with custom branding and LED options.

Home & Interior Design acrylic boxes

Home & Interior Design

Shadow boxes for wall-mounted memorabilia display, decorative storage boxes for shelves and coffee tables. Clear and frosted options.

Nonprofits & Organizations acrylic boxes

Nonprofits & Organizations

Donation boxes, ballot boxes, suggestion boxes. Clear acrylic body shows fill level, branded header panel, lockable rear access door.

How to Order Custom Acrylic Boxes

From your first message to delivered acrylic boxes — 3 steps.

1

Send Your Design

Share a CAD file, sketch, photo, or reference image. Include dimensions, quantity, opening mechanism preference, interior requirements, and any finishing needs. No design file? A photo and rough dimensions are enough to get started.

We respond within 24 hours
2

Approve a Sample

We build a production sample for your review. What you approve is what we produce — same materials, same construction, same finish, same quality. Sample cost is credited to your first bulk order.

Sample ready in 3–5 days
3

Receive Your Order

Every box passes 100% inspection against your approved sample before shipping. FOB Shenzhen standard; CIF and DDP available for door-to-door delivery.

Production in 15–20 days

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of acrylic boxes does Wetop manufacture?

We manufacture acrylic boxes for gifting, shadow displays, storage, shoes, flowers, and specialty applications like donation and ballot collection. Every box is built to your exact dimensions with your choice of opening mechanism (hinged, sliding, magnetic, or sealed), panel composition (all-clear, mixed, or opaque with window), and interior configuration (dividers, foam inserts, velvet lining). MOQ is 50 pieces.

Can you add dividers and custom inserts to acrylic boxes?

Yes. We build custom interior configurations including removable divider grids, die-cut foam inserts shaped to your exact product, velvet or suede lining, and tiered compartment trays. Interior inserts are common in gift boxes (to cradle products during unboxing) and storage boxes (to organize small items). Tell us what goes inside — we design the insert around it.

What is the difference between an acrylic box and an acrylic display case?

An acrylic display case is designed primarily to protect and showcase items behind clear walls — trading cards, collectibles, jewelry. An acrylic box is designed to contain, package, organize, or present items — gift packaging, storage compartments, shadow frames, shoe organization. Cases prioritize visibility and UV protection. Boxes prioritize interior function, opening mechanism, and presentation experience. Wetop manufactures both — see our acrylic display cases for protection-focused products.

What is the minimum order for custom acrylic boxes?

Our MOQ for custom acrylic boxes is 50 pieces. This covers prototyping, tooling setup, and production. Whether you need 50 gift boxes for a product launch or 5,000 shoe boxes for a retail chain, the same factory, quality standards, and team handle your order.

How long does it take to produce custom acrylic boxes?

Sample production takes 3–5 days. Once you approve the sample, bulk production runs 15–20 days depending on complexity and quantity. Boxes with custom interior inserts, mixed-panel construction, or complex opening mechanisms may add 2–3 days. We ship FOB Shenzhen, with CIF and DDP available.

How much do custom acrylic boxes cost?

Pricing depends on six factors: box dimensions, acrylic thickness, quantity, opening mechanism, interior configuration (dividers, inserts, lining), and panel composition (all-clear vs mixed). A simple clear storage box costs less than a frosted gift box with magnetic lid, velvet insert, and UV-printed branding. Send us your specs — we respond within 24 hours with a detailed quote.

Have a Box Design? Let's Quote It.

Send us your design, sketch, or reference photo — with dimensions, quantity, opening mechanism, and interior requirements. We respond within 24 hours with a detailed quote covering material options, panel composition, interior configuration, and timeline. No commitment required. Sample before you commit to production.