The recognizable red pagoda design and stylized lettering associated with Chinese takeout boxes were introduced in the 1970s by the packaging company Fold-Pak. These design elements helped establish the container as a staple of Chinese American culture, comparable in status to the traditional Italian pizza box.
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The Surprising American Origins of the Chinese Takeout Box
The iconic red pagoda design and stylized lettering on Chinese takeout boxes were introduced by the American packaging firm Fold-Pak in the 1970s.
Source: The Business Standard