SBS Paper
A common paper option for clean printing, retail boxes and premium paper wrapping.
Best for
- Cosmetic packaging
- Retail gift boxes
- Beauty PR packages
Buyer notes
- Good for clean print surfaces
- Final choice depends on structure and finish
Materials
Choose paper packaging materials by structure and buyer goal
Compare SBS paper, greyboard, kraft paper and specialty paper options for custom paper packaging projects.
Greyboard
A rigid board material used for premium setup boxes and strong gift packaging structures.
Best for
- Rigid gift boxes
- Magnetic boxes
- Lid and base boxes
Buyer notes
- Board thickness affects strength and cost
- Useful for premium unboxing
Kraft Paper
A natural-looking paper option for simple, tactile paper-packaging styles.
Best for
- Mailer boxes
- Paper bags
- Natural product packaging
Buyer notes
- Color consistency should be confirmed by sample
- Works best with restrained printing
Specialty Paper
Textured or decorative paper for premium gift packaging and high-end presentation.
Best for
- Jewelry packaging
- Fragrance boxes
- Corporate gifts
Buyer notes
- Availability should be confirmed early
- Sampling is important for texture and color
Compare the material's role before its appearance
Start with the contents, box construction and handling needs, then choose the printed or wrapped surface. Structural board and decorative paper do different jobs, so a paper name alone is not a complete specification.
| Option | Role to discuss | Sample review |
|---|---|---|
| SBS paperboard | Printed folding structures or printed components | Print result, creases, folds and required stiffness |
| Greyboard | A rigid core with a separate visible wrap | Board thickness, wrapped corners, fit and overall construction |
| Kraft paper | A visible natural-looking surface or a component in the structure | Actual color, printed contrast and the complete board construction |
| Specialty paper | A selected color or texture for the visible surface | Availability, finish compatibility and the actual material reference |
| Corrugated board | Liner and fluted-paper construction for a proposed shipping pack | Filled-pack requirements, internal space and agreed transport checks |
Confirm the complete material specification
- State the box structure and which component each paper or board belongs to.
- Use a sample to review color, texture, stiffness, folding and the chosen finish combination.
- If documentation is required, name the exact material and requirement before order review.
- Treat paper color and texture as appearance choices; they do not establish an environmental or certification claim.
Material choice should be sampled
Color, texture, stiffness and finish behavior should be confirmed before bulk production.