Packaging: Papers for Sacks and Bags

This work examines wood fiber-based paper materials that are widely used throughout the world in packaging applications. Two of the advantages of using wood fiber based paper are in their strength and cost. They are natural, recyclable, biodegradable, and versatile materials backed by a dynamic and innovative paper industry. As a result of their biodegradability, its impact on environment as compared with plastic bags is very friendly. The recommended specification for normal moisture content of paper on a dry weight basis is 5%±2% and the paper materials must be tested at standard conditions of 23±2°C and 50%±2% RH, according to ASTM D 685 and TAPPI standard T402.