Paper Sourcing Guide 2026

By George Hu — July 4, 2026 — Salon Paper

Your Complete 2026 Paper Buying Reference

This guide aggregates all technical specifications for Salon Paper's product lines in one place. Use it to compare GSM ranges, stiffness values, thickness, coating options, certifications, and common applications across cupstock, paper cups, playing card paper, and gold/silver cardstock.

Each product category links to its full detailed specification page with ISO/TAPPI/GB test methods, complete data tables, and grade selection guides.

Quick Product Overview

Product Category GSM Range Key Metrics Coating Options Certifications Primary Markets
Cupstock (Cup Base Paper) 170–210 g/m² Taber Stiffness CD 2.65–5.47, MD 5.09–9.38
Thickness 277–363 μm
PE / PLA / Water-based GB 4806.8, FDA, FSC Food packaging, beverage cups
Paper Cups (Finished) 120–480 ml (4–16 oz) Top × Height × Bottom
Single/Double/Ripple/Kraft
PE / PLA FDA, SGS, FSC Food service, retail, events
Playing Card Paper 255–350 g/m² Taber Stiffness CD 12.0, MD 18.0
Thickness 350–390 μm
Blue core / Black core / Purple core ROHS, REACH, FSC Games, casino, education, tarot
Gold & Silver Cardstock 200–400 g/m² Thickness 0.25–0.50 mm
Gloss / Matte / Holographic
PET / OPP / Foil / Metallic coating ROHS, REACH, FSC Luxury packaging, cosmetics, premium print

Detailed Specification Pages

Click on each category below to access complete technical data sheets.

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Cupstock Paper Specifications

  • 5 GSM grades: 170, 180, 190, 200, 210 g/m²
  • Taber stiffness CD & MD target + min values
  • Thickness: 277–363 μm
  • Edge wicking at 95°C hot water ≤5mm
  • Food safety: GB 4806.8-2016
  • Coating options: PE, PLA, water-based
  • Grade selection guide by cup type
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Paper Cup Size Guide

  • Single wall: 4oz–16oz with dimensions
  • Kraft cups: 4oz–16oz
  • Ripple wall / Corrugated: 4oz–16oz
  • Double wall / Vacuum cups: 8oz–16oz
  • Pack quantities per box type
  • Custom sizes: 2oz–52oz available
  • Coating: PE / PLA / Water-based
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Playing Card Paper Specifications

  • 3 grades: PC3, PC4, PC5
  • GSM: 255–350 g/m²
  • Taber stiffness CD & MD values
  • Cobb water absorption: 35 g/m²
  • Brightness: 83–85% ISO
  • Internal bond strength: 150–200 J/m²
  • Core types: Blue, Black, Purple core
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Gold & Silver Cardstock Specifications

  • 6 product types: PET, OPP, Foil, Holographic, Gloss, Matte
  • GSM: 200–400 g/m²
  • Colors: Gold, Silver, Rose Gold, Copper, Custom
  • Finishes: Gloss, Matte, Holographic
  • Coating: C1S (single) / C2S (double sided)
  • Certifications: ROHS, REACH, FSC
  • Grade selection guide by application

Test Methods & Standards

All technical specifications in this guide follow international and Chinese national standards:

Property ISO Standard Chinese Standard Other Standards
GSM / Basis WeightISO 536GB/T 451.2—
ThicknessISO 534GB/T 451.3—
Taber StiffnessISO 2493GB/T 22364TAPPI T489
MoistureISO 287GB/T 462—
BrightnessISO 2470-2GB/T 7974—
Cobb (Water Absorption)ISO 535—TAPPI T441
Edge Wicking (95°C)—GB/T 31905—
Internal Bond (Scott)ISO 16260—TAPPI T569
Dirt Count—GB/T 1541—

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