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Was the candy box made for food?

Just because a box has been wrapped with nice wrapping paper doesn’t mean it is safe to put a piece of bare candy in there. The paper, ink, glue, and/or coatings could come into contact with your candy if there … Continue reading

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Your Label Knows Too Much

Shipping labels need enough information to move the order but do not need to tell the whole story about what was ordered. For example, customer’s name, address, phone number, and product clues may become visible during delivery. Proper use of … Continue reading

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Stamp Marks on Boxes Can Tell You Important Details

Two cardboard boxes can look alike but serve different purposes. One box is built to handle heavy loads while the other is lighter duty. Judging by color or feel won’t tell you what you need to know. Many corrugated boxes … Continue reading

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What Did that Label Reveal?

When you send your customers an order, shipping supplies should assist that process. However, used paper should NOT carry customer information from their orders into an open work space bin. The first step is to print only what your business … Continue reading

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What comes with your candy?

You can have a candy box that appears perfectly clean yet the box isn’t suitable for bare food (the most difficult issue). Most candy boxes will appear colorful; have a nice-looking paper on top; or will be transparent with windows. … Continue reading

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