FAQ Wrapping Paper
Wrapping Paper - Everything about it
Welcome to our FAQ page about wrapping paper ! Here we answer the most frequently asked questions about wrapping paper . Wrapping paper is indispensable in the catering industry, especially in bakeries, butchers, snack bars and take-away businesses. It ensures hygienic packaging, preserves the freshness of the food and can be environmentally friendly at the same time. But which paper is the right one for food and what sustainable alternatives are there?
What is wrapping paper?
What is wrapping paper?
Wrapping paper is a special packaging paper used for wrapping and transporting food. It protects against external influences, keeps food fresh and prevents grease or moisture from escaping. There are different types of wrapping paper depending on the intended use, including greaseproof, coated or unbleached paper.
What is food paper?
What is food paper?
Food paper is specially designed for contact with food and meets certain hygienic requirements. It is tasteless and odorless and does not release any harmful substances into the packaged food. Examples of food paper are parchment paper, kraft paper and greaseproof paper.
Which paper for sausage?
Which paper for sausage?
Greaseproof or coated paper is usually used for sausage products. Parchment paper or paper with a thin PE coating is often used to prevent grease from seeping through. Butchers and delicatessens also use wax paper or combinations of paper and foil. Paper for sausage products is often also referred to as butcher's paper .
Is tissue paper food safe?
Is tissue paper food safe?
Tissue paper is actually often not food safe, as it often contains colored or acidic components. It is therefore more suitable for wrapping gifts or delicate products, but not for direct contact with unpackaged food. Specially marked, food safe tissue paper should be used for food.
Which wrapping paper is sustainable?
Which wrapping paper is sustainable?
Sustainable wrapping papers are made from environmentally friendly, recyclable or biodegradable materials. These include:
- Unbleached Kraft Paper : Kraft paper is recyclable, biodegradable and durable.
- Parchment substitute paper : Parchment substitute is greaseproof and compostable, without plastic coating.
- Paper with organic wax coating : Eco-wax paper is a sustainable alternative to wax paper with petroleum-based coatings.
- Grass paper : Consists partly of grass fibres, reduces paper consumption and is particularly resource-efficient.