Development prospects of the packaging paper industry in 2020
Packaging paper includes kraft paper, chicken skin paper, paper bag paper, parchment paper, cellophane, tar paper, moisture-proof paper, gunpowder wrapping paper, neutral wrapping paper, tra
What Packaging Paper Is
Packaging paper includes kraft paper, chicken skin paper, paper bag paper, parchment paper, cellophane, tar paper, moisture-proof paper, gunpowder wrapping paper, neutral wrapping paper, translucent paper, anti-rust paper, greaseproof paper, food wrapping paper, paraffin paper, tea bag paper, red electric light gun paper, vacuum aluminized paper, and composite paper. These materials are used for wrapping, protecting, and presenting goods across industries.
Types and Properties of Packaging Paper
Packaging paper can be ordinary, special, label, oil-proof, or moisture-proof. Special fruit wrappers are thin and soft. Photosensitive protective paper is opaque. Oil-proof paper resists oil penetration. Moisture-proof paper, such as asphalt paper, oil paper, or aluminum foil paper, resists water. Trademark paper is used after printing. Ordinary wrapping paper has low quality requirements and is used for general commodity packaging.
Raw Materials and Production
China's packaging paper mainly uses waste paper as raw material, including whiteboard, boxboard, corrugated paper, and other cardboard. These materials are widely used in packaging food, medicine, household appliances, daily necessities, knitted cotton fabrics, and stationery. Packaging paper is one of the largest categories of paper and cardboard consumption in China.
Industry Trends and Environmental Impact
Plastic consumption in packaging accounts for nearly 40% of global plastic production. Drinking water bottles, food packaging, and plastic shopping bags are major sources of plastic pollution. Over 60 countries have implemented restrictions on plastic use. Environmental policies have led to the closure or production restrictions of small and medium-sized packaging paper producers, reducing overall production capacity and creating opportunities for larger, compliant manufacturers.
Market Position and Industry Structure
The packaging paper industry has a low degree of concentration compared to the broader paper industry. As smaller producers exit due to environmental regulations, market share is shifting toward larger, more sustainable operations. This shift supports the growth of companies that can scale production while meeting compliance standards.
Why Convert Packaging Paper In-House
Converting kraft paper reels into finished protective packaging like honeycomb paper, paper bubble, or pre-opened bags on a roll can reduce costs compared to buying finished rolls. It allows producers to control material quality, adjust output to demand, and respond to customer requirements for paper-based alternatives to plastic.
Questions On This Topic
What types of packaging paper are used in China
Common types include kraft paper, chicken skin paper, paper bag paper, parchment paper, cellophane, tar paper, moisture-proof paper, anti-rust paper, greaseproof paper, food wrapping paper, paraffin paper, tea bag paper, vacuum aluminized paper, and composite paper.
What raw materials are used to make packaging paper
Packaging paper in China is mainly made from waste paper, including whiteboard, boxboard, corrugated paper, and other cardboard.
How does environmental policy affect packaging paper production
Environmental regulations have led to the closure or production restrictions of small and medium-sized packaging paper producers, reducing overall industry capacity and shifting market share toward larger, compliant manufacturers.
Why is plastic packaging being restricted
Plastic packaging accounts for nearly 40% of global plastic production. Drinking water bottles, food packaging, and shopping bags are major sources of plastic pollution, prompting over 60 countries to implement restrictions.
Can packaging paper be used as a plastic replacement
Yes, paper-based alternatives like honeycomb paper, paper bubble, and pre-opened bags on a roll are used to replace plastic bubble wrap and plastic bags, especially where end customers restrict or reject plastic.
Machines Mentioned In This Article
2 Lines Pre-opened Bag On-a-roll Making Machine
The PRE-600 converts a single wide roll of poly film into two parallel rolls of pre-opened bags in a continuous process.
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Automatic Tag Threading Machine
The SD-TT180 automatically threads a rope or thread through a paper tag in a single continuous process.
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Fanfold Kraft Paper Folding Machine with C type Folding inline
The SD-PF800A converts two reels of kraft paper into fanfolded cushioning sheets with a C-type fold in a single inline p.
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