
Handles
Plastic handles for cardboard boxes make gifts, product sets and other packaged goods easier to carry. The SUPERBOX range includes one-piece handles in white, black and brown, as well as two-piece models in white and black. Choose according to the box construction, mounting openings, cardboard thickness and total package weight.
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Plastic handles for cardboard boxes
Plastic handles are components attached to cardboard packaging to make boxes easier to pick up and carry with one hand. They are used for gift boxes, product sets and other packaging designed to accommodate a handle.
The SUPERBOX range includes one-piece plastic handles in white, black and brown, as well as two-piece models in white and black. Choose a handle to suit the box construction, mounting position and desired appearance.
A correctly selected handle makes packaged products easier to hand over and carry. Packaging reliability depends on the compatibility of the handle and box, the mounting position, the cardboard properties, the box closure and the total package weight.
How to choose a handle for a box?
When choosing a handle, consider not only its size or colour but also its compatibility with the specific packaging.
- Mounting openings. The shape, size and spacing of the cut-outs in the box must match the handle’s fixing elements. The overall handle length alone is not enough to determine compatibility.
- Cardboard thickness. The fixing elements must hold securely in the box panel. A fit that is too loose or compresses the cardboard too tightly can damage the packaging.
- Total package weight. Consider the combined weight of the products, inserts, void fill and the box itself. The load capacity cannot be determined from the handle’s appearance or dimensions alone.
- Box construction. When the package is lifted by the handle, the box must remain closed and the mounting points must not deform or tear.
If the box does not have suitable mounting openings, their position and dimensions should be specified when designing the packaging. Changing the size or position of the cut-outs can weaken the cardboard around the mounting points.
Before placing a larger order, it is worth checking the handle’s installation and carrying comfort with the actual box and its intended contents.
One-piece and two-piece plastic handles
One-piece handles have a single-piece construction and fit into matching openings in the box. They are suitable for packaging where the cardboard and cut-outs are compatible with the selected model.
Two-piece handles consist of components that connect to each other. When choosing this type, check how the components connect, whether they suit the cardboard thickness and how much space is required for installation.
A greater number of components does not automatically mean a higher load capacity. Both handle types must be assessed together with the box in which they will be used.
Material composition and packaging sorting
The materials used for handles and their fixing components depend on the model. The handle models listed in the available declaration of compliance are made from low-density polyethylene (LDPE), while the reinforcing pad is made from polypropylene (PP). These components listed in the declaration contain 50% recycled material sourced from post-industrial plastic waste. For information about the composition of a specific model in the range and the available documentation, contact the SUPERBOX team.
When designing packaging, consider making the plastic handle and its fixing components removable from the cardboard box. After use, separate the packaging components by material and follow your local waste management provider’s sorting instructions.



















