Paperboard FAQs

Paperboard packaging is a durable paper-based packaging material used to create cartons and packaging for food, beverage, healthcare, consumer goods, and other products. It is lightweight and versatile, and it can be designed to protect products while supporting brand recognition through high-quality printing.

Recycled paperboard is made from recovered paper fibers that are collected, processed, and converted into new packaging materials. Using recycled fibers extends the life of paper resources and supports a circular approach to packaging materials.

Yes, in nearly all folding carton applications. Multi-ply recycled paperboard is made to be reliable and consistent in performance on high-speed packaging lines, through supply channels and in market. Advances in recycled board production have brought strength and print quality much closer to virgin board, which is why recycled has become a strong choice for most consumer packaging.

Our MasterWorks recycled paperboard grades are manufactured to meet FDA and CFIA requirements for food-safe packaging. Contact us for more information.

All PaperWorks paperboard grades are made from 100% recycled fiber, with a minimum 35% post-consumer fiber content.

Coated recycled board (CRB) has a clay coating applied to the surface, giving it a clean, print-ready finish suited to high-quality graphics and branding. Uncoated recycled board (URB) performs reliably on automated packaging lines and is best suited for applications where high-end graphics are not the primary focus. We’ll help you match the right grade to your carton’s weight, run speed, and shelf-presentation needs.

We offer calipers from .016 to .036 inches so you can match board weight to your product’s protection and shelf-presentation requirements. Our team can recommend the appropriate paperboard grade and caliper based on your carton size, product weight, and distribution conditions.

Paperboard packaging is commonly used in:

• Food service
• Bakery
• Frozen foods
• Snacks
• Consumer packaged goods
• Household products
• Pharmaceuticals

When evaluating packaging suppliers, consider:

• Manufacturing capabilities
• Packaging expertise
• Quality standards
• Supply chain reliability
• Sustainability targets
• Design support
• Geographic footprint

PaperWorks works with customers to develop paperboard packaging solutions that protect products, meet operational needs, and support brand objectives. We serve a range of industries and deliver packaging solutions that support packaging performance, quality, and sustainability.