Material Composition | Heavy-duty shipping, industrial packaging | Industry: 180 GSM cardboard ▲ Base: 250 GSM corrugated ▲ Advanced: 350 GSM triple-layer (ISO 3801) | ▲ Base: 33% stronger than industry standard; Advanced: 94% stronger (ASTM D6414) | Heavier and costlier than standard; may require reinforced handling |
Recyclability | Eco-conscious businesses, sustainable shipping | Industry: 20% recycled ▲ Base: 50% recycled ▲ Advanced: 100% recycled (ISO 14021) | ▲ Advanced meets EU Circular Economy standards; Base reduces landfill waste by 30% | Advanced options may have limited supplier availability in some regions |
Customization Options | Premium branding, gift packaging | Industry: 1-color printing ▲ Base: 4-color + embossing ▲ Advanced: Full-color + UV/gold foil (ASTM D6988) | ▲ Advanced supports holographic finishes for luxury products; Base ideal for logos | Advanced finishes require 2x longer production time vs. industry standard |
Durability | Industrial shipping, frequent handling | Industry: 10 N/m tear resistance ▲ Base: 25 N/m ▲ Advanced: 40 N/m (ASTM D828) | ▲ Advanced resists punctures from sharp objects (e.g., tools, hardware) | Base may buckle under extreme humidity; Advanced adds 15% to shipping costs |
Printing Capabilities | High-end product packaging, promotions | Industry: Matte finish only ▲ Base: Glossy/matte ▲ Advanced: UV/varnish (ASTM D523) | ▲ Advanced prevents fading in sunlight (500+ hours tested); Base enhances readability | UV coatings may crack if folded repeatedly; Base requires 24hr drying time |
Weight & Portability | Light vs. heavy item shipping | Industry: 250g per box ▲ Base: 300g ▲ Advanced: 350g (ISO 3801) | ▲ Base balances weight/strength for e-commerce; Advanced ideal for fragile items | Advanced adds 40% to shipping costs; Base may dent under heavy stacking |