Product Overview
Bincai’s straight tuck end folding carton with braille embossing serves the regulated pharmaceutical and OTC healthcare market. The 400gsm SBS C1S board provides rigid structural support with a bright white printing surface for full-color product graphics, while the aqueous coating adds moisture resistance for shelf stability. Compliant braille embossing on the face panel meets EU FMD (Falsified Medicines Directive) and FDA accessibility requirements. Optional tamper-evident tear strip and child-resistant tuck lock mechanisms complete the safety package. Manufactured on KBA 1050 4-color and Heidelberg 7+1 UV presses with Bobst die-cutting for ±0.2mm dimensional accuracy.
Manufacturing Specifications
- Press: KBA 1050 4-color offset — batch-to-batch color consistency for pharmaceutical branding
- UV Enhancement: Heidelberg 7+1 UV press — high-gloss spot UV on brand logo areas
- Board: 400gsm SBS C1S (Solid Bleached Sulfate, clay-coated one side)
- Coating: Aqueous coating (water-based) — moisture barrier, scuff-resistant, food-safe
- Closure: Straight tuck end (STE) with optional CR (child-resistant) reverse tuck lock
- Braille: Mechanical embossing — compliant raised dot patterns per EU FMD / Marburg Medium standard
- Tamper Evidence: Perforated tear strip or adhesive seal label application area
- Die-Cutting: Bobst flatbed die-cutter, ±0.2mm dimensional tolerance
- Daily Output: 1.7M boxes
- Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, FSC Chain-of-Custody
Customization Options
| Option | Available Choices |
|---|
| Board Grade | 350gsm, 400gsm, 450gsm SBS or 18pt SBS C1S |
| Printing | CMYK offset + up to 3 Pantone spot colors |
| Coating | Aqueous (standard), UV gloss, soft-touch matte, barrier varnish |
| Braille | Marburg Medium dot height with pharmaceutical-grade embossing |
| Safety Features | Tamper-evident tear strip, CR tuck lock, serialization panel |
| Window | Clear PET or PLA window for product visibility |
| MOQ | 5,000 units per SKU |
Industry Applications
| Use Case | Configuration | Key Requirement |
|---|
| OTC Analgesics | STE + CR lock + braille | Child safety + accessibility |
| Dietary Supplements | STE + serialization panel | Track-and-trace compliance |
| Nutraceuticals | STE + moisture barrier coating | Product stability |
| Prescription Generics | STE + tamper-evident tear strip | Safety + brand differentiation |
| Medical Devices | STE + PET window + foam insert | Product visibility + protection |
Production Quality
| Test | Standard | Specification |
|---|
| Braille Dot Height | ISO 17351 | ≥0.3mm raised dot height |
| Braille Dot Spacing | Marburg Medium | 2.5mm center-to-center |
| Carton Squareness | Internal | ±0.5mm diagonal difference |
| Glue Bond Strength | Internal | ≥1.5 N/cm peel test |
| Print Registration | Internal | ±0.15mm color-to-color |
| Bar Code Readability | ANSI X3.182 | Grade B or above |
| Aqueous Coating Rub | Internal | ≥50 cycles Sutherland rub test |
Why Choose Bincai
Bincai’s pharmaceutical packaging division operates under strict ISO 9001:2015 quality management with dedicated pharma-grade production lines. Our Bobst die-cutting and Heidelberg UV printing ensure the precision required for braille embossing and regulatory compliance. FSC chain-of-custody certification provides sustainable sourcing documentation. With 22 years of folding carton expertise and a capacity of 1.7M boxes daily, Bincai is the reliable partner for OTC, supplement, and medical device brands seeking compliant, high-quality secondary packaging from a single source.
