Material Composition | Eco-conscious packaging, food service | Industry: Standard paper (0% recycled) ▲ Base: 30% recycled (ISO 14021) ▲ Advanced: 70% post-consumer recycled (ISO 14021) | Base reduces waste; Advanced maximizes recyclability and sustainability | Advanced may have higher cost due to premium recycled content |
Eco-Friendly Features | Sustainable branding, environmental compliance | Industry: Non-recyclable (no certification) ▲ Base: Recyclable (TÜV) ▲ Advanced: Compostable (OK Compost IND A) | Advanced meets strict compostability standards for zero-waste initiatives | Advanced requires specific disposal infrastructure for composting |
Thermal Resistance | Hot beverages (coffee, tea) | Industry: No insulation (standard paper) ▲ Base: 15-min heat retention (ASTM D5182) ▲ Advanced: 30-min heat retention (ASTM D5182) | Advanced ideal for prolonged hot beverage service (e.g., cafes, events) | Base may require external insulation for extreme heat retention |
Customization Options | Brand promotion, corporate gifting | Industry: Basic printing (1-color flexo) ▲ Base: 4-color flexo ▲ Advanced: Full-color offset printing + embossing | Advanced supports high-resolution logos and designs for premium branding | Advanced printing increases production time and cost |
Printing Capabilities | Marketing, packaging, corporate events | Industry: Limited to flexo printing ▲ Base: Flexo + Offset ▲ Advanced: Offset + Digital UV coating | Advanced enables vibrant, durable prints for high-end campaigns | Advanced requires specialized equipment for UV coating |
Compliance Certifications | Global markets, food safety regulations | Industry: Basic FDA compliance ▲ Base: FDA + EU REACH ▲ Advanced: FDA + EU REACH + FSC certification | Advanced ensures compliance with stringent global standards (e.g., EU, US) | Advanced certifications may delay time-to-market for new product launches |