Wrapping tissue is primarily made from paper pulp, derived from wood fiber, or from recycled paper materials. These materials include cardboard, newspapers, and even certain types of juice cartons. The pulp is processed into a wet slurry and then rolled on a paper machine to achieve the desired thinness and translucency. Some manufacturers also incorporate recycled materials, with percentages varying depending on the brand and product. For instance, some tissue paper is made from 30% recycled materials, while the rest comes from responsibly sourced virgin wood pulp.
Composition Details:
- Paper Pulp (Wood Fiber): This is the most common base material. The wood is processed into a pulp, which is then refined and formed into sheets of tissue paper.
- Recycled Paper: Many brands now utilize recycled content, contributing to a more sustainable approach to gift wrapping. This recycled content can come from a variety of sources, as noted above.
- Virgin Pulp: Some manufacturers use virgin pulp derived from responsibly sourced wood, often in combination with recycled materials to maintain a certain level of quality and strength. However, the proportion of recycled to virgin material can change depending on the brand.
It is important to note that some specialized wrapping papers, such as metallic or glittery varieties, may contain plastic or other composite materials. These are not as environmentally friendly and are less commonly used for standard wrapping tissue.
