Each type of paper has its own characteristics, purposes, and weights, making it suitable for different packaging needs. Learning about them helps you make the best choice for your product packaging.
- Thickness Variation:
Actual thickness may vary depending on the paper manufacturers, production process, and measurement methods.
- Paper Selection:
When choosing paper, factors such as weight and thickness should be considered,also think about what the paper will be used for, how it will look when printed, the cost, and other practical aspects.
- Special Papers:
For papers such as greyboard, corrugated board, and specialty papers, the range of weight and thickness is wider. Selection should be based on your specific project.
Paper Materials for Options
Paper is one of the most important components of packaging; choosing the right material for your product’s packaging can showcase your brand image. For custom paper box packaging, we have a wide variety of paper options. The following are the materials we commonly use, covering various types of packaging such as paperboard boxes, magnetic boxes, lid-off boxes, mailer boxes, bakery boxes, and more
Art paper (coated paper) has a smooth surface. It is not only used for magazine printing,catalogue printing but also used in the packaging industry.This paper is often selected as the outer wrapping for high-end rigid gift boxes and for laminating grey chipboard.
C1S card (Coated One Side) is an economical and often used type of cardstock, also known as SBS. It is often used for making paperboard boxes and shopping bags, including skincare product boxes, candle boxes, and baby product packaging, while being lightweight. Common weights you’ll see are 250g, 300g, 350g, and 400g.
As people care more about the environment and food safety, paper food packaging (like the type used by McDonald’s) is becoming increasingly common. The food-grade paper we use has passed authoritative SGS certification and fully complies with U.S. FDA food safety standards
Brown kraft paper is favored for its classic vintage texture and eco-friendly nature. It is durable, making it suitable for packaging like tea boxes, soap paper boxes, and diffuser boxes. We offer different shades, from light to dark, and the price varies dependingon the color depth.
White kraft paper is a classic paper material, known for its clean, elegant appearance and tough, durable quality. It is 100% recyclable and used for making carton boxes, gift boxes, mailer boxes, pizza boxes, and shopping bags, and its surface can be further finished with a textured finish.
Gold cardstock offers a sense of luxury and high-end appeal, making it a preferred choice for packaging such as wine boxes, perfume boxes, dessert boxes, and product box liners. It is available in both glossy gold and matte gold finishes to suit different needs.
Silver cardstock has a modern look, available in both shiny (glossy) and non-shiny (matte) finishes. It comes in different thicknesses, from 130gsm to 400gsm. It’s a great choice for cosmetic boxes, chocolate boxes, and other premium packaging.
Holographic cardstock is a fashionable material, known for its rich, shifting colors. It is printed using UV printing or with white ink printing. An ideal choice for packaging such as toothpaste boxes, chocolate bar boxes, and folding boxes.
This is a cost-effective packaging material. It has a smooth white side for high-quality printing and a rough grey side designed for strong adhesion to corrugated paper (fluting). This is ideal for producing mailer boxes and packaging for fragile items like glassware and cups.
Corrugated cardboard, made from liner paper and a fluted medium, is a strong, affordable material essential for e-commerce packaging like airplane (mailer) boxes. It comes in various colors(white & brown) and thicknesses, with E-flute and F-flute being popular choices.
Grey board is used for high-end packaging, providing the needed stiffness and hardness for custom gift boxes and hardcover books. It’s the key material that gives folding magnetic boxes, shoulder boxes, and drawer boxes their solid, premium quality.
We offer a wide variety of specialty papers, including textured paper with fine, raised patterns, pearlescent paper with an elegant shine, and soft-touch paper that feels velvety-smooth. These materials will give your packaging a unique look and exceptional feel.
