Among the most successful packaging types that made their debut in the previous century, custom Chinese takeout boxes is one of them. Representing the Asian culture in the US, these boxes are a symbol of pride and proof of their effectiveness as food packaging.
However, it’s not easy for any packaging to make its mark in the hectic market competition. Custom Chinese takeout boxes offer a wide range of benefits that only a few other boxes do and that’s what makes them stand out among the rest. In this article, we’ll share all these benefits in detail for both customers and brands plus the diverse usage of these boxes.
What is a Chinese Takeout Box?
Also known as Chinese meal boxes, this special food packaging was inspired by the design of Japanese origami. The first version of the box was made in 1894 by Fredrick Wilcox and he called his box, ‘paper pail’. At first, it was only used to pack and deliver Chinese food, especially the greasy ones. The reason is that these boxes were made to stop greasy foods from leaking and safely deliver them. Not every food box had this feature and that’s why from restaurants to street food stalls, everyone started using these boxes for packing their meals.
These boxes went through a lot of improvement over time. Brands started using thicker materials to make these boxes. Their marketing also elevated as brands started printing interesting graphics on them.
Diverse Usage of Custom Chinese Take Out Boxes
The factor that makes Chinese meal boxes more useful and highly regarded than many other packaging types, is their diverse usage. Let’s discuss each in turn:
1. Pack All Food Types
Food brands and restaurants prefer these boxes as they are fit for packing various types of edibles like pasta, salad, and sandwiches. Not only that but these boxes can also hold snacks such as nuts, popcorn, and chips.
We’ve already told you about their efficacy in packing greasy items. So next time you order Sichuan Fish or Kung Pao Chicken, ask for Chinese meal boxes, to pack your food so you don’t have to worry about its potential leakage.
2. Party Favors on a Budget
Want to arrange a wedding, birthday, or simple house party but have a short time to arrange party favors? If you’ve Chinese meal boxes stored, then take out all of them and get ready to turn them into stunning party favors.
Attach gift cards to the boxes and write personal notes on them. Attach ribbon and bow to make boxes more fancy. Put small gift items inside like small toys, sweets, snacks, or jewelry, and behold; your party favors are ready in a jiffy. Write the name of each guest and hand them out boxes after the party is over to thank them for participating in the event.
3. Instant Gift Boxes
Need to gift something to your loved ones but don’t have the budget? Well, if you have a Chinese take out box then you don’t need to buy a new gift box. You can pack small items, add a personal note on the box, and voila; your gift box is ready on a budget.
Chinese meal boxes have simple outlooks with minimum to no labels but their packaging material is of fine quality. Such simple packaging made with fine materials gives luxury vibes so you can feel confident about the fine appeal of your gift box. Though, you only have to give a few touch-ups and your economical gift packaging will be ready in no time.
4. Storage Boxes
If you want to clean the mess around your house or workspace and store items that are not in use, utilize Chinese take out packaging as storage boxes. Put small items like papers, pins, folders, stamps, notebooks, and other office items to clean up your desk and make room for more things.
Similarly, you can store small toys, utensils, craft materials, sewing notions, or toiletries that are not commonly used, in these boxes. You can remove the top lids and use these boxes as holders. Just place these items and access them whenever you want.
5. Decorative Elements
Want to decorate your house for a party or any other event? Don’t forget to use mini Chinese takeout boxes to adorn your space. You can paint them, add stickers, or wrap with glitzy papers and hang them over the ceiling. They’ll surely elevate your home decor or party space and no one will ever know the secret.
Not only for parties, these boxes can also be used to make small science or art projects for your kids. For instance, you want to make several shops and houses for a school art project. Just take out Chinese meal boxes and use them to make different houses and shops. Join the upper top lids with each other to make a triangle shape that will look like a house. Paint the boxes with house and shop designs and your kids’ school art project will be ready without buying extra items from stores.
6. Planters
Need a quick way to make your house green within a budget? Use Chinese meal boxes as planters. Remove the lids or attach them to the inside walls of the box to make room for soil. Poke the base of the box to make three to 4 holes for air and put some potting soil in the box. Plant the seed or place an already grown-up plant inside the box and presto; your homemade planter is ready.
Make interesting designs on the pot with paint and no one will be able to tell that this fine-looking planter was once a Chinese meal box. The good thing about these planters is that you can easily move them anywhere you want as the material of Chinese meal box is light. However, the material is also strong so you don’t have to worry about the planter getting damaged.
7. Serving Food
What makes Chinese meal packaging better than other food packaging boxes is that it can also be turned into plates for food serving. Whether you’ve guests in the house or you’re not in the mood to use separate plates for your food, just turn this box into a plate and enjoy your pasta or noodles.
To turn a Chinese meal box into a plate, remove the wire frame handle and pull one side of the fold apart to carefully open that side of the box. Then open the second side in the same way you opened the first side and here it is; Your Chinese meal box is now a flat plate ready to serve Chicken Tiryaki and other tasty dishes to your guests.
Mini Chinese takeout boxes are among a very few packaging types that offers diverse usage and benefits. That’s why they have managed to make their unique status in the packaging market. If you’re looking for these boxes for your food brand then contact CPP Boxes right away. Your perfect packaging is just a call away!
