Custom Blister Cards

Custom blister cards pair a printed paperboard card with a clear plastic bubble, called a blister, that holds the product in place. The card carries your branding and product information, and the clear blister lets shoppers see exactly what they are buying. With a hang hole at the top, blister packs hang neatly on peg hooks and stand out on busy retail walls.

Why Use Blister Card Packaging?

• Visible product: the clear blister shows the item from every angle.
• Secure hold: the product sits in a formed cavity and does not move around.
• Tamper evidence: a sealed blister shows if the pack has been opened.
• Retail ready: hang holes fit standard peg hooks and slatwall displays.
• Space for information: the back of the card holds instructions, warnings and barcodes.

Popular Uses for Custom Blister Cards

• Batteries, chargers, cables and small electronics
• Toys, collectibles and party items. See custom toy boxes.
• Cosmetics, nail care and beauty tools
• Hardware, tools and fishing tackle
• Flashlights and outdoor accessories. See custom flashlight boxes.

Blister Card Styles

• Face seal blister: the blister is heat-sealed to the front of a coated card. Simple and economical.
• Trapped blister: the blister flange is trapped between two cards for a stronger, more premium pack.
• Slide blister: the blister slides into a folded card, so it can be packed without heat sealing.
• Clamshell with card insert: a hinged plastic shell with a printed card inside, good for heavier items.

For light products where a formed blister is not needed, custom header card packaging with a clear bag is a lower-cost option.

Printing and Card Options

Blister cards can be printed in full color or Pantone colors on the front and back, with the shape of the card die-cut to suit your product. Choose a hang hole style (round, euro slot or sombrero), add a gloss or matte finish, and use spot UV or foil to highlight your logo. Our team will help match the card coating to the blister seal method.

How to Order Custom Blister Cards

1. Send your product details: size, weight, quantity and preferred style through our custom quote form.
2. Free design and dieline help: we lay out the card, blister area and hang hole.
3. Approve a digital proof: confirm artwork and layout before production.
4. Production and delivery: your cards are printed, finished and shipped to you.

Need a display to go with them? See custom counter display boxes and our retail packaging supplies.

Custom Blister Cards FAQ

What is the difference between a blister card and a clamshell?

A blister card uses a printed card with a clear blister sealed or trapped on it. A clamshell is a hinged plastic shell that closes around the product, often with a printed card inside.

Can the card be any shape?

Yes. Cards are die-cut, so they can follow a custom outline that suits your product and brand.

Can both sides of the card be printed?

Yes. The front usually carries branding, and the back holds product details, instructions and barcodes.

Do you offer low minimums?

Yes. We offer low minimum order quantities so you can test new products before larger runs.