Confectionery & Candy · Arlington, VA

Custom Chocolate Bar Boxes in Arlington, VA

Arlington is home to the Pentagon — the world's largest office building and the center of American military power — alongside Amazon's HQ2 development in National Landing, a world-class restaurant and retail scene along the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor, and one of the highest concentrations of federal contractors and defense technology companies in the world. My Custom Boxes serves Arlington's defense-dominant and commercially sophisticated business community with premium custom packaging that meets federal standards.

MOQ: 100 unitsFree Shipping to Arlington2-3 Week Turnaround
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Why Arlington Businesses Choose Us

Free shipping throughout Arlington County and all surrounding Northern Virginia communities
Defense and Pentagon packaging for Arlington's massive defense contractor community
Amazon HQ2 and corporate tech packaging for Arlington's National Landing economy
Premium retail packaging for Rosslyn-Ballston corridor businesses
100-unit MOQ for Arlington startups and small businesses

Why Choose Our Chocolate Bar Boxes in Arlington

FDA Nutrition Facts and allergen declaration
Vibrant candy brand identity design
Seasonal and holiday candy design options
Individual and multi-count candy formats
Window display for candy visual appeal
Allergen cross-contamination disclosure

Chocolate Bar Boxes for Confectionery & Candy in Arlington

Candy boxes serve the confectionery category's most diverse and festive retail segment -- the packaging for chocolates, gummies, hard candies, caramels, and specialty confections that must communicate sweetness, indulgence, and occasion through design that competes in one of consumer goods' most visually expressive and color-rich categories. Candy packaging is the confectionery industry's primary purchase driver at retail, where impulse and gifting occasions drive the majority of candy purchase decisions.

FDA Food Labeling for Candy

Candy products are regulated as conventional foods under FDA 21 CFR Part 101 requiring Nutrition Facts panel, ingredient list with allergen declarations, net weight, and manufacturer information. Sugar, corn syrup, and artificial colors used in candy require specific labeling. Major allergens (milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish, sesame) commonly present in candy manufacturing environments require both direct declaration and may-contain cross-contamination disclosure.

FDA Food Labeling Requirements for Candy

Candy products require FDA 21 CFR Part 101 food labeling: Nutrition Facts panel (calories, total fat, sodium, total carbohydrate, total sugars, added sugars, protein), complete ingredient list in descending weight order, net weight, and manufacturer information. Big 9 allergen declarations required on ingredient list and as Contains statement. Artificial colors (FD&C Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1) must be listed by name in the ingredient list. May contain cross-contamination allergen disclosure recommended for shared facility production.

Candy Brand Identity and Seasonal Design

Candy packaging is the confectionery category's most design-expressive retail segment -- vibrant colors, playful typography, and festive design communicate the confection's indulgent character and seasonal relevance. Seasonal candy packaging (Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween, Christmas) drives significant purchase volume through the occasion urgency and design relevance that seasonal packaging creates. For candy brands, seasonal packaging programs are among the highest-ROI packaging investments in terms of incremental purchase volume generated per packaging dollar spent.

Pentagon & Defense Packaging

Arlington has Pentagon and major defense contractors. Professional government and defense packaging.

Tech & Amazon HQ2 Packaging

Arlington is home to Amazon HQ2. Tech and corporate packaging.

Quick Specs

Minimum Order
100 units
Production Time
2-3 weeks
Free Shipping
to Arlington
Industry
Confectionery & Candy

Materials

SBS PaperboardArt PaperRecycled CardboardKraft Paper

Finishes

Gloss LaminationMatte LaminationSpot UVAqueous CoatingWindow Patching

Industries in Arlington

RetailE-commerceHealth & WellnessFood & BeverageManufacturing
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Industries We Serve in Arlington

We provide packaging to a wide range of industries in Arlington, VA.

Retail
E-commerce
Health & Wellness
Food & Beverage
Manufacturing

Popular Use Cases in Arlington

Confectionery brand retail packaging
Candy gift box packaging
Seasonal holiday candy packaging
Artisan chocolate brand packaging
Candy brand DTC packaging

Compliance & Safety

Candy packaging requires FDA 21 CFR Part 101 food labeling including Nutrition Facts and allergen declarations. Big 9 allergens must be declared. Artificial colors must be listed by FDA-certified name. May-contain cross-contamination disclosure recommended. EU export requires EU food labeling and specific color warnings.

Chocolate Bar Boxes in Arlington — FAQs

What FDA labeling is required on candy packaging?

Candy FDA food labeling requirements under 21 CFR Part 101: Nutrition Facts panel (per serving and servings per container, calories, total fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, total sugars, added sugars, protein, vitamin D, calcium, iron, potassium), ingredient list in descending weight order with all additives and artificial colors named, net weight in both US and metric, manufacturer or distributor name and address, and Big 9 allergen declaration (Contains: milk, peanuts, tree nuts as applicable).

What allergen declarations are required for candy packaging?

Candy allergen declarations: Big 9 allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame) must be declared in the ingredient list and may appear as a contains statement (Contains: milk, soy, peanuts). May contain cross-contamination disclosure (May contain traces of tree nuts -- made in a facility that processes tree nuts) is strongly recommended for candy manufactured in shared facilities with multiple allergen-containing products. The contains statement must reflect all direct allergen ingredients; may-contain is for cross-contamination risk.

What artificial color labeling is required for candy?

Artificial colors in candy must be listed by their FDA-certified color name: FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine -- must be specifically listed due to tartrazine sensitivity in some individuals), FD&C Yellow No. 6, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Blue No. 2, FD&C Green No. 3, and FD&C Red No. 3. Color names must appear in the ingredient list. EU candy sold in Europe requires a specific warning for certain colors: This product may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.

What candy box sizes are standard for retail?

Standard candy box sizes: small gift box (approximately 150x100x40mm for 4-6 piece chocolate selection), medium gift box (approximately 200x150x40mm for 12-16 piece selection), large gift box (approximately 280x200x50mm for 24-32 piece selection), and assortment tin or box (varying size for seasonal candy collections). Counter display boxes for impulse candy retail vary by the specific candy format and piece count.

What is the minimum order for custom candy boxes?

Our minimum order is 100 units for custom candy boxes. Confectionery retail programs typically run 500-5,000 units per SKU. Seasonal candy programs (Halloween, Valentine's, Christmas) should be ordered 8-10 weeks before the seasonal retail window.

Do you serve Arlington's Pentagon and defense contractor community?

Yes. Arlington's defense contractors and federal agencies use our professional packaging for corporate programs and branded materials.

What Northern Virginia areas do you deliver to?

We deliver free throughout Arlington County and all surrounding Northern Virginia communities including Alexandria, Reston, and the DC metro.

Do you serve Arlington's Amazon HQ2 and tech community?

Yes. Amazon's National Landing campus and Arlington's tech companies use our custom packaging with our startup-accessible 100-unit minimum.

How long does delivery take to Arlington?

Production is 10–14 business days from proof approval, then 1–2 days ground shipping to Arlington.

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