Packaging Paper

Most traditional void fill - such as peanuts, pillows, and bubble wrap® - is virgin and difficult to recycle. Our packaging paper is 100% recycled and is curbside recyclable.

Bubble wrap®, packaging peanuts, and air pillows encourage brands to ship and store an excessive amount of air. Packaging paper arrives on a large roll with no excess air. And you can tear off the exact amount you need for each package you ship.

You can use paper wrap in several different ways. Most commonly, it is torn off, crumpled up, and placed anywhere there is excess air in shipping boxes. The paper acts as dunnage when used this way, filling spaces in packaging that - if left open - would cause contents to shift and move around in transit, leading to damage and disarray.

Another common approach is to use this paper as a product wrap. This approach can help protect your goods from being scuffed or dented. It can also create a gorgeous unboxing experience! Many brands that use paper this way finish with hemp twine or stickers to create a layered and luxurious packaging design.

30# Kraft Paper: The thinnest option we carry at EcoEnclose. A roll has 1200’ of material. This thin and pliable paper is a great option when you’re just trying to fill a little bit of excess air in a package to hold a product in place. Because of its flexibility, this paper is also a great protective option if you are trying to wrap a somewhat oddly shaped item (and need to wrap the packaging paper around the shape).

40# Kraft Paper: This is the industry standard! A roll has 900’. If you crumple it in a ball, it doesn’t “give” as much as 30#, so even though it is slightly more expensive than 30#, it is ultimately a more cost-effective and sustainable solution because you can use less to get the job done.

Indented Kraft Paper: This paper has ridges and bumps that add texture and a small amount of cushioning. If you just need a bit of protection and want to avoid the eco sadness of bubble wrap® and the slight operational complexity of GreenWrap, this is an excellent option for wrapping products. It makes for a sleek and aesthetically pleasing final presentation. Indented paper offers more protection than flat packaging paper. This paper has 360’ per roll.

Yes. EcoEnclose packing paper is curbside recyclable through standard paper recycling programs. After use, it can be recycled just like other clean paper materials.

Packing paper is well suited for protecting fragile items when wrapped properly and combined with enough void fill. For added protection, honeycomb paper wrap offers expandable cushioning that absorbs impact while remaining fully paper-based and recyclable.

Packing paper can help reduce shipping costs by allowing brands to right-size their packaging and avoid overfilling boxes with bulky materials. Because it’s dispensed as needed, packers can use only what’s required for protection, which can help reduce dimensional weight and material waste over time, especially when combined with best practices for choosing the correct packaging dimensions.

Packing paper is often one of the easiest upgrades brands can make when transitioning away from plastic-based protective packaging. It works well alongside paper mailers, recyclable shipping boxes, and other paper-based void fill to create a more cohesive, plastic-free packaging system.

Yes - We offer custom-printed packaging paper. Because these are custom branded inline, the minimum order quantity is relatively high - 50 rolls (one pallet of material). Contact us for more information.

Yes - We use an automated dispenser for packaging paper in our warehouse. If you are interested in this, check out our automated fulfillment solutions and contact us to get your machine and refillable paper ordered.

Yes - Gift wrapping is one of our favorite uses for paper wrap. It is a beautiful, earthy, eco-friendly, and significantly less expensive way to wrap your products up for gift-givers. Add some hemp twine and a stamped design, and you will have a wow-worthy experience.

The plastic wheels on the ends of the paper roll are essential to the slitting and rolling equipment used to create these usable paper roll sizes. The wheels also ensure the roll retains its shape rather than getting squashed throughout the supply chain. Unfortunately, these wheels are made of plastic and are unrecyclable. We continue exploring opportunities to use recycled content here and design for recyclability.

The paper roll (the roll that is left after you’ve used all of your paper), is curbside recyclable. It is also a very strong and durable roll, with significant potential for reuse or upcycling.

Yes. Packing paper is well-suited for brands shipping hundreds or thousands of orders per week because it balances speed, protection, and sustainability. When used with roll dispensers or automated paper void fill systems, packers can tear only what’s needed for each order, helping reduce material waste, improve packing efficiency, and avoid the storage challenges associated with bulky plastic fillers. It’s also an easy way to start right-sizing packaging and reducing unnecessary materials.

Packing paper provides many of the same protective benefits as Bubble Wrap® or air pillows, without the environmental tradeoffs. It takes up less storage space than pre-inflated plastic fillers, works within paper recycling systems customers already understand, helps reduce plastic use without sacrificing protection, and creates a more premium, intentional unboxing experience.