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FEFCO 02 · Slotted Boxes

FEFCO 0201Regular slotted container

The classic regular case and certainly the most common of all the FEFCO styles. Requires taping top and bottom to close.

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Line drawing of FEFCO 0201 Regular slotted containerFEFCO 0201
Specification

At a glance.

FEFCO code
0201
Series
02 · Slotted Boxes
Closure
Top and bottom flaps meet in the centre; taped or glued
Tooling
Usually made without a cutting die
Supplied
Flat, with a glued, taped or stitched joint
Typical board
Single wall to double wall

Common uses

  • Transit and shipping cases
  • Warehouse and distribution packaging
  • Outer cases for multiple retail packs

Choose FEFCO 0201 when

  • You need an economical, efficient transit case
  • Packing is manual or on a case erector
  • The product is regular in shape

Things to consider

  • The outer flaps meet but do not overlap, so the top and bottom are a single board thickness at the centre seam
  • Very heavy or fragile loads may suit a full overlap 0203
How to specify

What to include in your specification.

A FEFCO code describes the shape. A complete specification also needs the details below.

  1. 01

    Internal dimensions

    Length × width × height in millimetres, measured inside the box.

  2. 02

    Board grade and flute

    Liners, flute and grammage. See understanding board grades.

  3. 03

    Joint and closure

    Glued, taped or stitched joint, and how the box will be sealed.

  4. 04

    Print and finish

    Colours, print method and coatings. See our printing capabilities.

  5. 05

    Volumes and delivery

    Annual volume, call-off pattern, pallet configuration and delivery sites.

Related styles

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is a FEFCO 0201 box?

FEFCO 0201 is the regular slotted container. The classic regular case and certainly the most common of all the FEFCO styles. Requires taping top and bottom to close.

What is FEFCO 0201 used for?

Typical uses include transit and shipping cases; warehouse and distribution packaging; outer cases for multiple retail packs.

Does FEFCO 0201 need tooling?

Usually made without a cutting die. Tooling requirements can vary with size and design, so confirm with your supplier.

What board grade should I use for FEFCO 0201?

Typically single wall to double wall. The right grade depends on product weight, stacking, distribution route and storage conditions. Try the RightBox Box Finder for an indicative recommendation.

Next step

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