Packaging Materials
Compare paper, board, films and component materials. Review the actual grade, finished construction and intended use before choosing.
Paper, board, films and component materials
SBS Paperboard
A paperboard option for printed folding cartons, cards and related packaging.
Kraft Paper
Kraft paper is considered for bags, wraps and paper packaging with different print and handling needs.
Corrugated Board
Corrugated board combines facing papers with a fluted structure for boxes, inserts and displays.
Specialty Papers
Specialty papers introduce selected textures, surfaces and finishes to presentation packaging.
Recycled Paperboard
Recycled paperboard is selected by actual grade, intended use and documented composition.
Molded Pulp
Molded pulp forms shaped supports that can be designed around selected product profiles.
Foam Materials
Foam inserts and pads are specified by material type and the task they perform.
Flexible Packaging Films
Flexible packaging films are selected as a material structure for the product and packing process.
Clear Packaging Plastics
Transparent packaging may use different resins and sheet constructions for folding or forming.
Metal End Caps & Packaging Accessories
Metal components can form selected end caps and accessories within a paper packaging project.
Packaging Linings & Fabrics
Fabric and nonwoven materials can be considered for linings, wraps and selected handles.
Separate material from structure
Choose a material in relation to a specific carton, bag, insert or other packaging component. Weight, thickness, grade and finished construction describe different parts of the decision.
Metal references apply to retained accessories, and fabric references apply to linings, pulls and handles. This directory does not restore metal cans or standalone fabric bags.
Review a material for your packaging
Describe the contents, quantity and destination, and identify the decisions where you need guidance.