• Shirong Materials’ kraft paper complies with FDA food-contact standards and carries FSC certification for sustainable sourcing.
• Our PE-coated kraft paper for coffee cups passes migration testing per EU 10/2011 and offers durability suitable for hot liquids up to 95°C.
▸ Technical Note: FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) ensures materials come from responsibly managed forests.
▸ Action Suggestion: Contact us for a downloadable test report.
• Yes, our standard PE coated paper rolls include single and double PE coating options, ensuring water and grease resistance for both hot drinks (90–95°C) and cold drinks (down to 0°C).
• Typical grammage: 150gsm base + 18gsm PE coating (single) or 150gsm + 36gsm (double).
▸ Technical Note: Double PE coating is recommended for prolonged hot beverage service.
• Our PLA coated paper cup blanks meet EN13432 compostability standards and are industrially compostable within 90 days under standard composting conditions.
• Coating thickness: ~15gsm PLA layer for optimal sealing and printability.
▸ Action Suggestion: Request a PLA certificate sample if you are serving eco-conscious markets.
• Standard lead time is 10–14 days for custom designs below 100,000 pcs, supported by our in-house plate-making and printing line.
• Expedited 7-day production is available with a surcharge.
▸ Technical Note: “Turnaround time” refers to production time excluding shipping.
• Yes, we provide free sample packs (up to 20 pcs) for standard sizes and materials upon request.
• Custom printed samples typically require 3–5 days for production.
▸ Action Suggestion: Contact our sales team to arrange your tailored sample set.
• We assign a dedicated export coordinator for each order to assist with documentation, logistics, and claims for defects (historical defect rate: <0.5%).
• Claims must be filed within 7 days of receipt with photos and quantity details.
• MOQ for plain kraft paper rolls is 500 kg per size/specification.
• MOQ for custom printed PE coated paper rolls starts at 1,000 kg.
▸ Action Suggestion: Ask about combined MOQ when ordering multiple SKUs.
• Freight depends on shipping method (FCL or LCL), destination port, and CBM volume; a 20’ container typically holds about 12 metric tons of PE coated paper rolls.
• We quote on CIF or FOB terms depending on customer preference.
• Yes, we offer a 10% discount for first-time orders placed via our website for orders above USD 3,000.
▸ Action Suggestion: Mention “First Order 10%” in your inquiry to redeem this offer.
• Shirong Materials offers comparable burst strength (≥2.8 kPa·m²/g) and Cobb values (<30 g/m²) for PE coated kraft paper used in hot drink cups.
• Common misconception: Chinese kraft paper is low quality — we source FSC-certified virgin fiber to match EU standards.
• Factory-direct pricing ensures 10–20% savings compared to intermediaries.
• Faster lead times: 10–14 days vs. 21+ days typical for trading companies.
▸ Action Suggestion: Request factory tour videos or certifications to verify manufacturer status.
• Yes, our PLA coated paper blanks and FSC-certified kraft paper conform to EN13432 and FSC-STD-40-004 standards.
• We maintain full traceability records for all raw materials used in our paper cup production.