Is Chipboard Right For Your Packaging Needs?

Are you looking for packaging materials that are lightweight and low density? Do you need materials that can be printed on directly? Do you want these packaging materials to be used for retail applications as opposed to more industrial applications? If so, then we know the most appropriate material: chipboard.

Chipboard, which is also known as paperboard, is a lightweight cardboard-like material that is available in a range of wall thicknesses from 10 pts. to an excess of 100 pts. Unlike corrugated packaging materials, chipboard is not applicable for shipping and industrial purposes. When utilizing more lighter-weight chipboard, it is more suited for retail, display, and point of purchase applications. Why? There are a few reasons:

Material structure: Since chipboard is rigid, but not as thick as corrugated materials, it can be more easily cut, folded, and formed. This makes chipboard a good option for cartons and folding boxes (think packaging for board games and cereal boxes).

Direct printing: Because chipboard can be manufactured with a coating, solid bleach sulphate (SBS) and clay coated news back (CCNB) provide an outstanding whiteboard surface for art. This allows for pictures and high quality graphics to be printed directly on the material’s surface, as opposed to secondary labels.

In what applications should you pick chipboard materials? Since chipboard is not meant for shipping applications, it can be used for direct packaging applications. Specifically, the pharmaceutical industry uses chipboard to package toothpaste and aspirin boxes. Additionally, chipboard can be used for products such as personal care, cereal boxes, board games, and gift boxes. Do you think chipboard fits the packaging application you’re looking for? If so, let us help!

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