| Wet Press Molded Fiber | Dry Press Molded Fiber | Corrugated Pulp / Wood Pulp |
|---|---|---|
| Material: Bagasse/recycled paper pulp | Recycled paper pulp | Corrugated pulp, wood pulp |
| Sustainability: Recyclable, biodegradable & compostable | Recyclable, biodegradable & compostable | Recyclable |
| Surface: One side smooth, other side light texture | Textured matte surface | Rough surface |
| Color: Natural, White, Black, Pantone | Natural, White, Black, Pantone | Natural, Black, White |
| Logo: Embossing, debossing, printing | Embossing, debossing | Embossing, debossing, printing |
| Thickness: 1.0–2.5 mm (holder grade) | 1.2–3.0 mm | 1.5–3.0 mm |
| Performance: Great | Great rigidity | Good |
| Cushioning: Great vibration & cushioning | Good cushioning | Good |
| Protection: Geometry rings, ribs, posts | Geometry rings and ribs | Geometry |
| Shipping & Storage: Nestable, low cost | Nestable, low cost | Stackable, higher cost |
| Static: Static neutral | Static neutral | Static neutral |
Further than most buyers expect, and the reason is approval rather than production. Shade approval on a custom color, artwork proofing on a printed run, and sea freight transit all sit ahead of the date you need cartons in hand. Seasonal orders that fail almost always fail on the approval cycle rather than on manufacturing.