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A Simple Guide To Kraft Paper

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As retailers compete for attention online, customers have responded by demanding more from the companies they buy products from, including asking themselves whether businesses align with their ethics and values.

A chief concern for many modern consumers is sustainability.

This means considering whether the product they buy is made from recyclable materials and through sustainable business practices. It also includes asking whether the packaging used for their products is made from recycled material or is recyclable itself, and how shipping might affect their carbon footprint.

For companies looking to reduce their impact and improve their sustainability, or even for businesses trying to appeal to a more environmentally-conscious customer base, there is a great solution available to streamline your packaging and shipping processes without sacrificing the quality of your packaging materials: Kraft Paper.

What is Kraft Paper?

Kraft paper is a packaging material used in various homes and businesses.

Kraft paper is unique because it is formed through a chemical process called the Kraft process. Developed in Germany during the 19th century, the Kraft process has been refined to create a strong, durable paper product that makes an excellent material for packaging, storage, and shipping.

Kraft paper is well known for its benefits, including:

  • Durability: Kraft paper is more resistant to rips and tears than standard paper products.
  • Weight: Kraft paper is an incredibly lightweight packaging material, perfect for high-volume shipping.
  • Cost: Kraft paper is incredibly cost-effective, especially when purchased in bulk, because it is a paper product.

What is Kraft Paper Made Of?

The Kraft process is a chemical method of breaking down wood chips into pulp, before using the pulp to form paper.

Because of how the Kraft process works, more wood fibres are preserved during the breakdown process, leaving us with a stronger, darker, and more resistant paper than other paper forms.

What Is Kraft Paper Used For?

Although Kraft Paper can be used in a lot of the same ways that standard paper products are used, there are a few areas where it excels:

  • Wrapping products and gifts: Kraft paper is more resistant to punctures and tears than regular paper, making it a great choice for wrapping gifts and products.
  • Void fill: Since the Kraft process preserves a higher level of wood fibres, Kraft paper has greater shock absorbency than standard paper, making it a great void filler. Ball up individual Kraft paper sheets or tear off a length of Brown Kraft paper roll and pack it tightly between the box and your product, stabilising your packages for shipping.
  • Industrial fabrication: Kraft paper can be used instead of many other paper products, making it suitable for crafting paper bags, envelopes and other packaging material.

Is Kraft Paper Eco-Friendly?

Kraft paper is known for being an incredibly eco-friendly product. Because it is made from pulped wood chips, Kraft paper is 100% recyclable and biodegradable. In addition, its high tensile strength makes it suitable for re-use, either as a void filler or to protect surfaces during crafts, moving or anything else that could mark or stain surfaces. Finally, Kraft paper is usually unbleached, meaning there will be fewer chemical after-effects of the production process. 

What Industries Use Kraft Paper?

Kraft paper has grown in popularity due to its versatility as a wrapping and packaging material. In particular, Kraft paper is often used in industries like:

  • E-Commerce: Kraft paper is a fantastic packing choice for small objects like jewellery, books or other small objects. Since Kraft paper is so cost-effective, it is a fantastic, economical choice for small businesses looking to keep costs down while providing superior shock absorbency.
  • Industry: Kraft paper is opaque, has high shock absorption, and is highly economical when purchased in bulk, which gives it a great range of applications in industrial settings. Although Kraft paper may not be suitable for shipping large machinery, it’s an excellent choice for packaging smaller packages and for use in storage.
  • Warehousing: Kraft paper is a fantastic void fill option. It’s lightweight, shock-resistant and resilient enough to be used repeatedly, making it an excellent choice for warehouse use.

Where To Buy Kraft Paper

Due to its wide range of uses and increasing popularity, Kraft paper is available from various retailers, including Schott Packaging.

If you are thinking of adding Kraft paper to your inventory, choose carefully from packaging suppliers, as there are many options. 

Consider Adding Kraft Paper To Your Inventory

Kraft paper is an extremely cost-effective, eco-friendly packaging material with various applications.

Whether you are just starting as a small e-commerce business or a well-established warehouse, adding kraft paper to your inventory will provide you with a fantastic wrapping material, void fill and surface protector that can be used repeatedly.

When considering versatility versus its cost, Kraft paper is one of the most effective materials available for warehouse, industrial or e-commerce packaging materials.If you would like more information about our kraft paper offerings or are interested in our bulk purchasing options, please contact our team via email at info@schottpackaging.co.uk or by filling out our online web form.