Synthetic paper

Synthetic paper is a material made out of synthetic resin which is made to have properties similar to regular paper.

Synthetic paper is usually made out of either biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) or high-density polyethylene (HDPE). The applications include paper for labels (thus that can bond with ink) and non-label paper. The products can be highly water resistant, flexible, durable and tear resistant.[1]

To the polypropylene resin can be added calcium carbonate.[1]

The market for synthetic paper includes packaged food and beverage consumption and cosmetics industries.[1]

Notable manufacturers

• MGX
• PPG Industries[1]
• Yupo Corporation[1]
• DuPont[1]
• Seiko Epson Corporation
• AGFA-Gevaert N.V. Corporation
• Cosmo Synthetic Paper

References

1. "Synthetic Paper Market Overview & Growth Opportunities To 2023 – Key Players: PPG Industries, Yupo Corporation & American Profol Inc: Radiant Insights, Inc". finanzen.net GmbH. 7 November 2019.