Production Review of the Traditional Liquor Meal Kit G-Type Box by Goma Story Co., Ltd., Featuring Pantone Colors and Cotton Cord Details

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Today, we’d like to introduce the Miui-ju makgeolli meal kit package produced together with Goma Story Co., Ltd. This package combines portability and a gift-like feel with an assembled G-type box and cotton cord handle, and we’ll walk through everything from Pantone color printing tips to how to implement custom cotton cord details.

Production Review of the Miui-ju Makgeolli Meal Kit Box with Added Portability in a <Goma Story Co., Ltd.> G-Type Box

Pantone Color Printing for Color Matching That Looks the Same on Screen

The most impressive part of this production is the color expression. Standard CMYK printing creates color by mixing four inks, so it’s easy for a gap to appear between what you see on screen and the final print. By contrast, working from Pantone color chips allows you to reproduce the brand’s intended color much more accurately. Goma Story’s package was also produced using a harmonious mix of navy, brown, and cream Pantone tones.

A matte coating was added to complete the overall look with a calm, premium feel. Matte coating reduces light reflection, making colors appear deeper, which is why it’s especially well suited to traditional liquor or food packaging.

💡 3 Things to Know When Requesting Pantone Color Printing

• Rather than using abstract terms like “navy” in your design file, specifying a number such as “Pantone 289 C” makes color communication with the printer much easier.
• Pantone chips are divided into coated (C) and uncoated (U) versions. If the material has ink absorption, like corrugated board, it’s better to refer to the U (Uncoated) standard for a result closer to the actual output.
• If matte coating is also applied, the color can appear slightly more subdued, so it’s safer to set the tone about one step brighter when first choosing the color.

A Practical Non-Glued Assembled Structure That Just Folds Together

Another key point is that this was made as a non-glued assembled G-type box. Since it can be completed simply by folding, without glue or tape, the production process is simplified, and it is delivered flat for excellent storage efficiency. It can be assembled and used right when needed, making it especially useful for small brands or when inventory management matters. Because no adhesive is used, it is also easier to separate for recycling, which adds an eco-friendly advantage. The G-type structure also makes the contents easy to see at a glance when the box is opened, which works especially well for meal kits or gift set packaging.

💡 Non-Glued Assembled Boxes vs. Glued Boxes — Which Should You Choose?

If small-batch production, fast turnaround, and storage efficiency are important, a non-glued assembled box is the better choice. On the other hand, if you need automated packaging in a mass production line or a higher structural strength because the contents are heavy, a glued box is more suitable. For small brands that rely heavily on manual packing, such as meal kits or gift sets, a non-glued assembled structure is a strong choice in terms of both cost and efficiency.

Cotton Cord Details That Add a Gift-Like Touch

The cotton cord handle attached to the top of the makgeolli kit lid elevates the overall finish of the package. It is not only easy to carry, but it also adds a more “gift-like” feeling to the entire package. In particular, dyeing the cotton cord to match the brand color, as in this case, allows the package to blend naturally while creating a cohesive design. Metal tips were used on the ends of the cord for a clean finish and improved durability in real use.

There are two ways to add cotton cord handles at Packative.

The first is to use the standard cotton cord colors provided by Packative. In this case, you can order from small quantities without any minimum limit. Since the available standard colors may change depending on the season, you can check which colors are available through a quotation request.

The second is to custom-dye the cord to match your brand color, as Goma Story Co., Ltd. did. Because a separate dyeing process is required, production starts from a minimum of 5,000 units, and colors can be specified using Pantone references, allowing the package print and cord color to match precisely. This option is a separate specification not included in the online instant quotation, so please request a quote with your desired Pantone number, and we’ll check it for you.

For the cord finish, you can choose between a metal tip and a knot. Both are handcrafted, so there is no cost difference. Metal tips create a neat, modern look, while knots give a more natural, artisanal feel.

💡 Cotton Cord Handle Options at a Glance

• Standard color cotton cord: Choose from Packative’s standard colors, available from the minimum box quantity.
• Custom-dyed cotton cord: You can specify the desired color using Pantone references, and production is available from 5,000 units.
• Cord finishing method: Choose either metal tip or knot; both are handmade and cost the same.

Essential Labeling Elements to Avoid Missing When Designing Food Packaging

If you are selling food packaged together in an outer box, as with meal kits, it’s a good idea to check the food labeling requirements in advance. On the outer packaging, you should display key information such as the product name, business name, expiration date, net content, and ingredients, or make sure the labeling on the inner package is visible from the outside. Since nutritional labeling requirements will expand by sales scale starting in 2026, it’s best to reserve space for these details during the design stage.

• Product name and business name (manufacturer): Consumers should be able to identify the manufacturer right away.
• Expiration date and storage instructions: Since 2023, the term “consumption date” has been used instead of “expiration date.”
• Net content and ingredients: If allergenic ingredients are included, they must be labeled separately.
• Nutritional information: Since the mandatory scope will expand from 2026, it’s best to reserve space during the design stage.

If you’d like to produce meal kit or set-item packaging with a non-glued assembled G-type box, take a look at more of Packative’s production experience on our website.💜

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