eCommerce Packing Materials
Protect your products from the SFC fulfillment center in China to your customers' door. We choose suitable packing materials for every order, package each product securely and seal every parcel firmly.
On this page you can see the bubble mailers, cardboard boxes, bubble wrap and thermal labels we use, with sizes, weights and reference prices, plus practical tips for choosing packaging that keeps shipping costs down.
How SFC Packs Your eCommerce Orders
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Every order goes through the same four steps in our warehouse.
- Select. A mailer or carton sized to the item.
- Cushion. Bubble wrap or paper fill stops movement.
- Seal. Strong tape keeps the parcel shut in transit.
- Label. A thermal label for the carrier you chose.
Packing is part of our pick and pack service. Need a special method? Tell your account manager before your first orders arrive.
SFC eCommerce Packing Materials and Prices
These are the eCommerce packing materials we keep in stock at our China warehouse. Each one is chosen to protect your products while adding as little weight as possible. Sizes, weights and prices are listed below so you can estimate the packing part of your fulfillment cost.
Prices are in CNY for reference and may change with supplier costs. Please confirm the current price with your account manager.
Bubble Envelopes
Light, padded mailers for clothing, accessories and other flat items.
Cardboard Boxes
Strong corrugated cartons for fragile, heavy or boxed products.
Bubble Wraps
Air-cushion wrap that protects products inside a box or mailer.
Thermal Labels
Clear, smudge-resistant address labels for every parcel.
Bubble Envelopes / Jiffy Bags / Bubble Mailers
Made from top-quality kraft paper and bubbles, our envelopes are shock-proof, moisture-proof, and anti-static. The lightweight paper and bubble materials help reduce shipping costs, making them ideal for eCommerce fulfillment needs.
Suitable for: clothing, scarves, phone cases, jewelry, stickers, small accessories and other flat items that will not break under light pressure. Sizes 2# to 9# are shown below.
| Dimension (cm) | 14*16 | 16*24 | 21.5*30 | 25*28 | 23*40 | 29*45 | 40*50 | 30*30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight (g) | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 35 | 55 | 70 | 35 |
| Price (CNY) | 0.25 | 0.44 | 0.69 | 0.78 | 0.88 | 1.37 | 1.65 | 0.94 |
By purchasing bubble envelopes in bulk, we negotiate discounts with our suppliers and pass the savings directly to you!
Packing Cardboard Boxes
SFC offers boxes made from premium materials that are lightweight, durable, and more affordable than local post office options, helping you save even more on shipping costs.
Suitable for: glass and ceramics, electronics in retail boxes, cosmetics in bottles, board games, books and any order with several items that need to stay together.
| Dimension (cm) | 23*20*18 | 40*33*37 | 30*23*27 | 40*40*23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight (g) | 264 | 761 | 423 | 758 |
| Price (CNY) | 1.45 | 4.15 | 2.15 | 3.90 |
Bubble Wraps
| Dimension | 120 cm * 35 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 35 g |
| Price | 1.3 CNY |
Bubble wrap is used inside cartons and mailers to cushion glass, ceramics, electronics and other items that could break or scratch, and to fill empty space so products do not shift in transit.
Thermal Address Labels
| Dimension | 15.6 cm * 10.5 cm (450 pieces/roll) |
|---|---|
| Price | 54.75 CNY |
Thermal labels print without ink, so barcodes and addresses stay sharp and easy to scan. They are used for carrier shipping labels on every parcel that leaves our warehouse.
How to Choose eCommerce Packing Materials
Match the material to what you sell.
- Apparel and textiles. A light bubble mailer or envelope.
- Fragile goods. A corrugated box with bubble wrap on every side.
- Electronics. Anti-static mailers for small items, cartons for boxed devices.
- Books and boxed sets. A close-fitting carton.
- Cosmetics and liquids. Sealed caps, bagged, in a cushioned box.
Need double boxing or corner guards? Add them as value-added services and we apply them to every order of that product.
How Packing Materials Affect Shipping Costs
Carriers charge for the actual weight or the dimensional weight, whichever is higher. A 25*28 cm mailer weighs 25 g, while a 23*20*18 cm carton weighs 264 g.
- Use the smallest package that still fits cushioning.
- Choose mailers for soft goods that cannot break.
- Avoid empty space that adds volume but no protection.
Compare routes with your packed size on our shipping cost calculator.
Custom Packaging and Kitting Services
Send us your branded boxes, mailers and inserts, and we pack your orders with them.
- Inserts and cards. Thank-you cards or coupons in each parcel.
- Kits and bundles. Several SKUs in one gift set.
- Marketplace prep. Labeling and bagging to platform rules.
Bundles go through our kitting and assembly team. Keep branded boxes compact, as size counts toward dimensional weight.
Packing Rules for Batteries and Restricted Items
Items with batteries, liquids, powders or magnets are packed to the rules of your shipping method. Some cannot ship on every route.
- Battery terminals are protected from contact.
- Products are held firmly so they cannot move or switch on.
- Required handling marks are applied for the carrier.
Check our prohibited and restricted items and confirm the route with your account manager before sending stock. We do not give legal, customs or tax advice.
Why Sellers Choose SFC eCommerce Packing Materials
Across many parcels, packaging shapes your shipping bill, damage rate and customer experience.
- Light materials. Mailers from 10 g keep billable weight low.
- Sturdy protection. Cartons and bubble wrap for long routes.
- Bulk purchasing. Volume savings passed on to you.
- One location. Stored, picked and packed in one warehouse.
See how we store your inventory on our China warehousing page.
Packing Guides From the SFC Blog
Want to go deeper? These articles explain packaging types, custom packaging and how pick and pack works.
Not Sure Which Packing Material Fits Your Product?
Send us your product details and our team will suggest the packaging and shipping method.
Contact UseCommerce Packing Materials FAQs
What are eCommerce packing materials?
eCommerce packing materials are the supplies used to protect an online order on its way to the buyer. At SFC they include bubble mailers, corrugated cardboard boxes, bubble wrap, void fill, tape and thermal shipping labels. The right mix keeps the product safe while adding as little weight and size as possible.
Which packing materials does SFC use for my orders?
Our China warehouse team picks the material that suits each product. Soft and flat items usually go into bubble mailers, while fragile, heavy or boxed items go into corrugated cartons with bubble wrap or paper fill. If you have a preference, tell us and we will set it as the default for that product.
How much do the packing materials cost?
The tables on this page list sizes, weights and reference prices in CNY. Material prices can change with supplier costs and order volume, so please confirm the current price with your account manager before you plan a large shipment.
Do packing materials affect my shipping cost?
Yes. Carriers charge by the actual weight or the dimensional weight, whichever is higher. A light mailer adds only a few grams, while an oversized box can raise the billable weight. We match the package size to the product to keep both numbers down.
Should I choose a bubble mailer or a box?
A bubble mailer works well for clothing, accessories, books and other items that will not break if the parcel is pressed. Choose a box for glass, ceramics, electronics, cosmetics in bottles and anything that needs space for cushioning.
Can SFC use my own custom packaging?
Yes. You can send branded boxes, mailers, inserts or thank-you cards to our warehouse. We store them with your inventory and use them when your orders are packed, as long as the packaging is suitable for the product and the shipping method.
How do you pack products that contain batteries?
Products with batteries are packed and labeled according to the rules of the shipping method you choose, and some battery types cannot be sent on every route. Please check our list of prohibited and restricted items and confirm the rules with your account manager before you send stock.
Can I buy SFC packing materials in bulk?
Our packing materials are used for orders fulfilled in our warehouse. Because we buy bubble envelopes and other supplies in bulk, we negotiate discounts with our suppliers and pass the savings on to the sellers we serve.
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