Custom Glassine Paper

Every food brand is looking for affordable, visually appealing, and moisture-proof wrappings and packaging to present their product efficiently in the market. If you are in the same boat, then choose custom glassine paper without a second thought, as it provides exceptional water and grease resistance with a glossy appearance. Brands can get their favorite and related graphics printed on this paper with our high-quality printing techniques. We apply silicone and wax coating on the surface of the paper to achieve the utmost resistance and barrier properties. You can either get glassine paper coated on one or both sides, according to your intended use. Continue reading if you want to know more about the properties and customization options of this versatile paper at Premium Custom Boxes.

A Quick Look At Manufacturing

The manufacturing process of glassine sheets makes this unique from other food papers. One of the main differences lies in a highly glossed appearance that is achieved with a special coating. The following are some of the steps that are done for the production of high-quality custom glassine paper:

Pulping: The wood is taken from softwood trees, which is later transformed into pulp.

Bleaching: The pulp is bleached and treated with dyes and additives to release any impurities and achieve the desired brightness.

Paper formation: The bleached pulp is spread evenly into the wire mesh to convert it into paper sheets.

Supercalendring: The Main Hero

Super Calendaring is the main step that helps to achieve a distinct yet glossy appearance of glassine paper sheets. In this process, the dried paper sheets are made to pass through a series of heavy rollers to achieve a smooth and transparent finish. This step helps to:

• Aligning the paper fibres in one direction.
• Result in a very smooth and glossy paper appearance.
• Provide exceptional barrier properties.
• Offer a uniform translucency to paper.

The Many Faces Of Glassine Paper

Another name for glassine sheets should be versatile because the number of benefits they provide for different industries is uncountable. From preserving your precious documents to wrapping delicious food, you can use this paper in many creative and useful ways. One of the main reasons for this wide usage is being a grease-proof paper, which prevents damage and smudges in harmful situations. Following are some of its common applications, but you can always use glassine sheets in your own unique way:

Stamp collecting: Most people use small glassine paper bags for storing and protecting their stamp collection from external environmental factors.

Food packaging: Used for food packaging and wrapping, mainly for bakery products and sweets. They are also used for lining food baskets and trays.

Art preservation: Provides dust and smudges protection and prevents yellowing of art over time.

Pharmaceuticals: Mainly used for ORS sachets and strips packaging. Glassine paper can meet regulatory standards in the pharmaceutical industry.

Glassine’s Eco-Friendly Edge

Glassine is an eco-friendly paper choice that helps you make a positive impression in front of eco-conscious people. It’s an ideal grease and moisture-resistant alternative to traditional plastic wrapping solutions. We offer both glassine sheets and glassine paper rolls in bulk quantities, all made from an FSC and FDA-approved manufacturing process. 

Unlike plastic sheets that are made from fossil fuels, we curate our paper from natural wood pulp, thus making it a renewable source. You can easily break down this paper in the environment, as no harmful acids are used in the production. Moreover, this paper is pH neutral, meaning it has a pH level of 7 that prevents it from becoming brittle over time.

Modern Innovations In Glassine

Modernity in packaging has become a new trend to entice Gen Z customers. People like to see change in everything, same is the case with packaging, as they usually get bored with plain papers. You can use this paper as food basket liners to avoid an oily base that can have a bad impact on your food presentation. The following are some of the innovations you can incorporate or your brand packaging:

Printed Glassine

Printing on glassine paper is not an easy task due to the paper’s extra-smooth surface. Traditional inks and non-updated printing techniques cannot be applied because they may leave poor results on your paper. So, we use effective inks and up-to-date techniques that adhere well to your paper. The following are two well-suited techniques for glassine paper sheets:

Flexographic printing: This method has quick-drying inks that are ideal for the non-porous surface of glassine. Flexographic printing is commonly used for large-scale production and detailed images.

Gravure printing:.Engraved cylinders are used in gravure printing to have detailed and intricate designs on any type of wrapping paper. This technique is more expensive than flexographic printing due to the high setup costs. The ink in this process is first transferred to the cylinders and then onto the surface of the paper.

Colored Glassine

Typically, the natural color of glassine is whore or ether light brown like kraft paper as it’s also made using wood pulp. Due to the bleaching process, the brown color changes into a light one or off white color. Also, this paper is typically manufactured in three common colors that are white, blue, and yellow, depending on the way it is treated with chemicals. 

Glassine Envelopes

Glassine envelopes are commonly used to protect and display delicate items. They are transparent and typically used for keeping photos and artworks. You can package and ship small retail products like stamps and seeds in these water-resistant envelopes.

Glassine Bags

A glassine paper bag is usually used by people for wrapping products inside a box. Luxury brands use these bags for wrapping premium clutches and perfumes to give an elegant touch. You can also use them for wrapping and decorating your gifts. 

Coatings And Add-Ons

Glassine paper is not usually coated because it already has a smooth texture. We apply additional coatings on customers’ request to further enhance their durability and moisture resistance. You can request coatings on one or both sides of a paper according to your preferences. The following are the common coating techniques we apply:

• Polymer coating
• Silicone oil coating
• Clay coating
• Wax coating
• VMCH coating

All of these coatings provide an additional barrier against moisture and grease. Although if you want to stay under sustainability principles, then consider uncoated or clay-coated paper. Furthermore, silicon coatings offer an anti-adhesive safe for glassine and VMCH, which is short for Vinylidene Chloride Homopolymer, offering a great barrier to liquids and gases.

Why None But Us?

Premium Custom Boxes has been working with thousands of luxury and small brands to transform their packaging into a statement. We have years of experience in curating high-quality packaging boxes, custom papers, stickers, labels, and custom tapes. You can request any new or creative packaging from us to portray your brand attractively in the market. Whether you need glassine paper roll, bags, or simple pre-sized sheets, we have all options covered for you. You can enjoy the following services by collaborating with us:

• Free delivery
• Free design assistance 
• 500 MOQ
• Sustainable packaging 
• Free quotation mark
• Custom shapes and sizes
• No hidden charges
• Fastest turnaround
• 24/7 customer service

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