Custom Tissue Paper Sourcing & Spec Guide

Custom Tissue Paper Sourcing & Spec Guide

Custom Tissue Paper Sourcing & Spec Guide

INFFY builds one base sheet that does two different jobs on the packing bench. Used functionally, it is wrapping tissue paper — it cushions garments, fills box voids and keeps surfaces free of scuffs, with GSM and sheet size as the specifications that matter. Printed and finished, the same sheet becomes decorative tissue paper — base colour, print colours and logo colour turn the inside of the box into a brand surface. This page lays out the thicknesses, dimensions, colours and production terms so you can arrive at a supplier with a spec sheet rather than a question.

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Terminology

One Base Sheet, Two Buying Jobs

Both terms describe the same 100% paper-pulp sheet. The difference is the job it is asked to do at the packing bench — not the material it is made from. That is why a single production run can satisfy a protective requirement and a branded requirement at the same time, and why the two phrases often lead buyers to the same specification conversation.

Unprinted base tissue sheet used as protective wrapping for apparel packaging
Functional role — the sheet is judged by thickness, size and how cleanly it wraps.
Printed and finished tissue sheet with custom logo used as branded decorative packaging
Branded role — the sheet is judged by base colour, print colours and logo colour.
Decision point Functional / protective role Branded / decorative role
Primary job Cushioning, void fill and surface protection inside the carton. Carrying the brand mark at the moment the box is opened.
Specification that decides approval GSM (17 / 22 / 30 / 45) and sheet size (30 × 30 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 70 × 100 cm or custom). Base colour, print colours (1, 2, 3 or full colour) and logo colour.
Typical configuration Plain black or white base, unprinted or lightly printed. Silver or gold logo print on a black base, or a custom base colour.
Who signs it off Warehouse and operations — judged on packing speed and damage rate. Brand and marketing — judged on colour accuracy and print consistency.
Buyer decision Pick the lightest GSM that still protects the product, then size the sheet to the box interior. Pick the colour count and logo colour that match existing brand artwork, then confirm against a sample.
Master Grid

Spec Matrix: GSM × Size × Base Colour × Print

Every option below is available on the current run. Read the row that matches your product weight and box format, then carry those four values into your quote request — thickness, size, base colour and print colours are the four variables that set price.

GSM Sheet size Base colour Print colours Logo colour Best for
17 GSM 30 × 30 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 70 × 100 cm, custom Black / White / Custom 1, 2, 3 or full colour Black, gold, silver or any colour Apparel and high-volume runs — the most used and most cost-effective option.
22 GSM 30 × 30 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 70 × 100 cm, custom Black / White / Custom 1, 2, 3 or full colour Black, gold, silver or any colour Shoes and mid-weight garments — stronger resistance with a luxurious texture.
30 GSM 50 × 70 cm, 70 × 100 cm, custom Black / White / Custom 1, 2, 3 or full colour Black, gold, silver or any colour Gift sets and fragile items — thicker, with better protection.
45 GSM 70 × 100 cm, custom Black / White / Custom 1, 2, 3 or full colour Black, gold, silver or any colour Hard or heavy items — significantly thicker for demanding contents.
Custom Custom dimensions Custom base colour Full colour Any colour you want Programme-specific runs where the sheet must match an existing box footprint.

Colour chips indicate the base-colour choices available — black, white and custom, including custom pink, red and black examples. Confirm exact custom base shades against a physical sample before the run is released.

Selection Logic

Choosing GSM and Sheet Size

The matrix tells you what exists; this is how to pick. Thickness is a protection decision, size is a box-fit decision, and the two are usually settled in that order.

17 GSM

Default choice

Most used and soft, and the most cost-effective option.

  • Choose for everyday apparel and accessories
  • Best value at high volume
  • Pairs with 30 × 30 cm and 50 × 70 cm sheets

22 GSM

Upgraded feel

Offers stronger resistance and a luxurious texture.

  • Choose for shoes and mid-weight garments
  • Better opacity over dark products
  • Pairs with 50 × 70 cm sheets

30 GSM

Protection first

Thicker, and offering better protection for your products.

  • Choose for boxed gift sets
  • Choose where edges need cushioning
  • Pairs with 50 × 70 cm and 70 × 100 cm sheets

45 GSM

Heavy duty

Significantly thicker, ideal for wrapping hard or heavy items.

  • Choose for hardware and rigid goods
  • Holds a fold without collapsing
  • Pairs with 70 × 100 cm or custom sizes
Custom printed tissue paper sheets in multiple sizes prepared for a packaging specification review

Sizing rule of thumb

Size the sheet to the inside of the box, not the outside of the product. A garment that folds into a 30 cm tray reads as a 30 × 30 cm sheet; a full-length or layered order reads as 50 × 70 cm or 70 × 100 cm. When a programme runs across several box formats, custom dimensions remove the compromise entirely.

  • 30 × 30 cm — small cartons, folded shirts, jewellery boxes and accessories.
  • 50 × 70 cm — the standard apparel sheet; covers most garment folds.
  • 70 × 100 cm — larger cartons, layered orders and multi-item gift boxes.
  • Custom size — when the sheet must match an existing box footprint exactly.

A finished sheet can also be sealed shut with a sticker, which keeps the wrap closed without tape and lets the logo sit on the seal rather than the fold.

Surface & Branding

Decorative Finish Options

Once thickness and size are locked, the surface is where the branding budget is spent. Four choices decide the look: base colour, print colour count, logo colour and whether the wrap is sealed.

1. Base colour

Black and white bases are both stocked, and custom base colours are produced to order — pink, red and black are named examples, and any colour can be matched. The base colour drives contrast, so it decides whether a metallic logo reads as subtle or as a focal point.

Buyer decision: match the base to the brand palette, then check that the logo colour still has enough contrast on that base.

2. Print colours

Printing runs from 1-colour through 2-colour and 3-colour up to full-colour. Each additional colour is a separate plate and a separate check, so the count is a direct cost lever.

Buyer decision: use 1-colour where a logo or wordmark is the only artwork; move to full-colour only for photographic or multi-element patterns.

3. Logo colour

Logo colour options are black, gold, silver, or any colour. Silver on black is the configuration shown on this sheet and is the closest to a jewellery-style metallic finish.

Buyer decision: confirm the logo colour against a physical proof — metallic tones shift more than flat tones between screens and print.

4. Sealing

The finished sheet can be sealed with a sticker, which closes the wrap and gives the seal its own branding surface. This matters if the packer opens and re-closes bundles during picking.

Buyer decision: plan the sticker artwork at the same time as the tissue artwork so the two finishes are produced to one palette.

Decorative custom tissue paper with printed logo detail showing base colour and logo colour finish

What consistency means in production

A branded tissue programme is judged on repetition, not on the first sheet. Runs are checked for colour vibrancy, uniform logo print and consistent paper thickness across the batch, so reorders match the first delivery.

Design support runs around the clock, which is useful when artwork is still being assembled while the production slot is already booked.

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Production & Compliance

MOQ, Lead Time and Certification

The commercial terms that determine whether a specification is actually runnable. These are the numbers to put in front of finance before the artwork is signed off.

100 sheetsMinimum order quantity, or one roll
6–9 business daysStandard turnaround time
Lower unit priceBulk pricing improves with higher quantities
Stacked custom printed tissue paper sheets showing consistent thickness and uniform logo print across a production run

Sustainability and documentation

  • Material: 100% recyclable and biodegradable paper pulp, aligned with sustainable packaging programmes.
  • Certification: the sheet holds FSC and OEKO-TEX certification.
  • Quality control: every sheet is checked for uniform silver logo print, strong colour vibrancy and consistent thickness.
  • Logistics: global export with delivery handled end to end.
  • Support: 24/7 design support at info@inffypackaging.com or +86 18814376581.

Buyer decision: order enough to cover a full season rather than a single drop — the bulk price ladder means a larger release spreads the tooling and setup cost across more sheets.

Applications

Application-to-Specification Map

Four application categories are supported on this sheet. Each row pairs the pack format with the specification decision it drives, so the same guidance can be reused across a product range.

ApparelGarments and folded stock

Specification

17 GSM or 22 GSM on a 50 × 70 cm sheet, 1-colour or full-colour print.

Buyer decision

Softness and drape matter more than rigidity, so start at the lightest GSM that covers the fold and step up only if the pack needs more opacity.

ShoesBoxed footwear

Specification

22 GSM with stronger resistance, sized to the shoe box interior.

Buyer decision

Footwear needs a sheet that holds a shape around a structured item; the mid-weight option keeps the wrap looking deliberate rather than loose.

GiftsGift sets and fragile items

Specification

30 GSM for better protection, with a metallic logo colour on a black or custom base.

Buyer decision

When the box is opened in front of the recipient, weight is read as quality — this is the category where moving up a GSM band is easiest to justify.

FlowersBouquet and stem wraps

Specification

Lighter GSM on a larger 70 × 100 cm sheet, or a custom dimension for stem length.

Buyer decision

Stems are irregular and the sheet is the visible outer layer, so priority shifts from cushioning to coverage and printed colour.

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Build the wrap as a system

Tissue is one layer of a pack, and the categories above usually run alongside complementary formats — custom poly mailers, custom stickers, custom boxes and bags, and custom thank-you cards. Ordering the layers against one colour palette and one artwork set is what makes the box look designed rather than assembled.

If your programme already uses a jewellery or cosmetic pouch inside the carton, confirm the tissue base colour against that pouch material at proof stage so the two surfaces do not clash under retail lighting.

Send a Spec-Ready Quote Request

The fastest quote comes from a complete brief. Include these four fields and the team can price the run without a round of clarification:

  • Packaging type — tissue sheet, roll, or tissue plus a complementary format.
  • Dimensions — sheet size (30 × 30 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 70 × 100 cm) or a custom size in centimetres.
  • Estimated quantity — the minimum is 100 sheets or one roll; larger releases receive a lower unit price.
  • Material and printing preferences — GSM, base colour, print colours and logo colour.

Design support is available 24/7 — info@inffypackaging.com · +86 18814376581

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Frequently Asked Questions

what is the difference between the two terms for this paper?

they describe the same 100% paper-pulp sheet used for different jobs. used functionally, it protects and cushions products inside a carton, and the specifications that matter are gsm and sheet size. used for branding, it carries a base colour, printed artwork and a logo colour, and those become the specifications that matter. a single run can deliver both.

which gsm should i choose?

17 gsm is described as the most used and soft, and the most cost-effective option. 22 gsm offers stronger resistance and a luxurious texture. 30 gsm is thicker and offers better protection for your products. 45 gsm is significantly thicker and ideal for wrapping hard or heavy items. start at the lightest band that protects your product, then step up if the wrap needs more structure.

what sheet sizes are available?

the listed sizes are 30 × 30 cm, 50 × 70 cm and 70 × 100 cm, with fully custom dimensions available. size the sheet to the inside of the box rather than to the product, and choose custom dimensions when one sheet has to fit several box formats.

what is the minimum order quantity and lead time?

the minimum order quantity is 100 sheets or one roll, with a turnaround time of 6–9 business days. bulk orders receive a lower unit price as quantities increase, so a larger release spreads the setup cost across more sheets.

is the paper recyclable, and what certification does it hold?

the sheet is made from 100% recyclable and biodegradable paper pulp, aligning with sustainable packaging initiatives. it also holds fsc and oeko-tex certification, which covers both responsible fibre sourcing and textile-contact safety.

what information should i include in my quote request?

include four fields: your packaging type, sheet dimensions in centimetres, your estimated quantity, and your material and printing preferences such as gsm, base colour, print colours and logo colour. supplying all four at once lets the team return a price and a production slot without a clarification round.

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