GTS Packaging Solutions

Custom paper tube packaging

Paper tubes built to your exact spec.

Choose your style, size, lining and finish. A GTS packaging specialist turns your spec into a quote and a sample plan for your brand.

  • 20+ years in packaging design and manufacturing
  • 1,000 units minimum run
  • ~20 days to pre-production samples
  • Third-party audited against your approved sample
Printed paper tubes produced by GTS Packaging Solutions

Build your tube quote

About 2 minutes. No commitment.

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What tube style do you need?

Pick a tube style to continue.

Size and material
Dimensions

Enter a diameter and height, or check the box above.

Enhancements and features Interior lining
Features (select any)
Premium finishes (select any)
Volume and artwork Quantity per run

Pick a quantity range. Minimum run is 1,000 units.

Artwork

That file is over 3 MB. Attach a smaller file or send it after we reply.

Where should we send your quote?

Fill in your name, company, a valid email and phone.

A packaging specialist reviews every request. We never sell or share your information.

Recent production

Shelf-ready tubes for brands that sell on presentation.

Tea, coffee, wellness, confection and personal care brands use GTS tubes to stand out on shelf and in the unboxing.

Why GTS

One partner from first sketch to delivered pallets.

Design to delivery

Structure, print and production handled by one team with more than 20 years in packaging design and manufacturing.

Food-safe, plastic-free linings

Food-grade linings are plastic free. Aluminum foil lining is available when your product needs a stronger barrier.

Specialty structures

Degassing valves for coffee, child-resistant closures, shaker tops, push-ups and divided lids. Cannabis and CBD brands welcome.

Quality you can verify

Every production run is audited by a third party against the sample you approved. What you sign off on is what ships.

Structures and finishes

Build the tube your product deserves.

Two-piece tube with extended lid
Two-piece, extended lid
Three-piece telescopic tube
Three-piece telescopic
Three-piece tube with visible cuff
Three-piece, visible cuff
Push-up paper tubes
Push-up tubes
Paper tube with foil lining
Foil lining
Split lid on a divided tube
Split lid, divided tube
Hot foil stamping in colors
Hot foil stamping
Faux kraft versus natural kraft paper
Natural vs. faux kraft

How it works

From spec to shelf in four steps.

  1. 1

    Send your spec

    Use the configurator above. Rough numbers are fine.

  2. 2

    Get your quote

    A specialist confirms structure, material and finish, then prices your run.

  3. 3

    Approve a sample

    Pre-production samples in about 20 days, so you hold the real tube before you commit.

  4. 4

    Production and delivery

    Production runs 30 to 40 days after sample approval, audited against that sample.

Questions

Paper tube FAQ

What is the minimum order?

Production runs start at 1,000 units.

How long does it take?

Pre-production samples take about 20 days. Production takes 30 to 40 days after you approve the sample.

Are your linings food safe?

Yes. Food-grade linings are plastic free. Aluminum foil lining is also available for products that need a stronger moisture or aroma barrier.

Can you add a degassing valve for coffee?

Yes. Degassing valves can be built into both paper tubes and tins.

Do you offer child-resistant tubes?

Yes. Child-resistant closures are available, and cannabis and CBD brands are an established market for GTS.

Do I need finished artwork to get a quote?

No. Share your dimensions and finishes and we can price the run. If your artwork needs prep or you need design help, select that in the configurator.

Are paper tubes recyclable?

Paper tubes are a paper-based alternative to plastic packaging. We will recommend linings and finishes that match your sustainability goals.

Your product deserves a better package.

Send your spec in two minutes, or talk to a packaging specialist now.

Get a Tube Quote