Corrugated boxes are made from containerboard, a three-layer board with a fluted center layer. They are primarily used as shipping containers but can be a good choice for retail foods and home delivery meals that require insulation properties. Pizza boxes are usually packaged in corrugated containerboard. Big box stores and grocery markets have moved corrugated products into the retail space. Often, for retail products, the outside layer of the board will be white for eye-popping printability. Most corrugated suppliers produce stock and custom die-cut shipping boxes as well as trays.

Pros: stacking strength; puncture resistance; protects products from damage; lightweight; affordable; printable; stackable; customizable shapes and sizes; collapsible for storage; recyclable.

Cons: usually single use; not as durable as plastic or wood; requires set up; weak if wet (although there are water resistant boards that work well in moist environments and coated and waxed boxes for water resistance).