Many cardstock favor boxes ship flat and are pre-scored for easy folding. Several designs are sold in multi-packs (for example, sets of 12) and require only simple manual assembly.

These Santa boxes and containers are made from a variety of materials, including wood, paper/cardstock, polyresin, ceramic, and metal.

Common closure styles include magnetic closures, hinged lids (for trinket boxes), and simple fold-over tabs used on bag-style favor boxes.

Weights in these listings generally range from about 0.11 pounds up to 1.54 pounds, depending on the item's size and material.

They serve both as functional gift/favor containers and as seasonal decor: some are designed to hold party favors or small gifts, while others store keepsakes and can be displayed upright or laid open for decoration.

Book-style Santa boxes typically include a velvet-lined compartment for keepsakes and a magnetic closure. They can be displayed upright like a book or laid open for decorative effect.