What Is Corrugated Paper?

Corrugated paper is composed of several layers of paper.

Corrugated paper is a multi-ply, ribbed packaging material. First serving as a cushion for hatbands in the nineteenth century, its modern use is as a protectant in shipping and of various consumer goods.

Identification

Corrugated paper is composed of several layers of paper, often resembling cardboard, the final layer of which is folded into a series of ridges and grooves. Corrugated paper is often sold in large rolls and cut to meet orders requiring smaller amounts.

Uses

Corrugated paper provides the packaging for 85% of consumer goods.

The primary use of corrugated paper is as a packaging component. It is used in roughly 85% of all consumer products and as a protectant for shipping. Corrugated paper also has a variety of uses for arts and crafts.

Packaging

Because of the circular shape of most glass containers, corrugated paper is a good option for packaging protection because it is both thick enough to absorb any significant impact and is flexible enough to wrap around the object.

Origin

Corrugated paper is derived from paperboard. First produced in England in 1817, paperboard received only one major modification before its corrugation in the 20th century.

History

Corrugated paper for shipping, as it is used today, first came into fashion in the United States when a patent was granted to Albert L. Jones in 1871 for corrugated shipping boxes.

References

• "Retailing Logistics and Fresh Food Packaging;" Kerstin Gustafsson et al.; 2006
• Sino-flexpack.com: Oil Hit for Packaging Industry
• "Cartons, Crates and Corrugated Board;" Diana Twede and Susan E.M. Selke; 2005