Paper and board we supply
The grades Dhaka's printers and packaging makers use every day. Tell us the GSM, size and quantity and we confirm availability and price in writing.
Grades
Typical GSM ranges are general industry ranges, not stock lists. Ask for the exact GSM you need.
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Duplex board
Coated duplex board, grey back
Cartons, boxes, back boards and other everyday packaging.Typical range 230 to 450 GSM
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Art card
Board coated on both sides (C2S)
Hang tags, cards, covers and premium boxes printed on both sides.Typical range 210 to 400 GSM
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Folding box board
FBB, coated one side (C1S), known locally as Ningbo
Retail, cosmetic and medicine cartons that need stiffness at a lighter weight.Typical range 215 to 400 GSM
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Art paper
Coated paper, gloss or matte
Brochures, catalogues, posters and labels.Typical range 80 to 170 GSM
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Sticker paper
Self-adhesive label stock on a release liner
Product labels, barcode stickers and price stickers.
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Printing ink
Offset printing ink
Sheet-fed offset printing on the boards and papers above.
Need a grade that is not listed? Ask. If we can source it reliably, we will quote it.
Which board do I need?
Grade names, local and international
Overseas buyers and mills often use different names for the same board.
| Name in Dhaka | International name | How to tell it apart |
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| Duplex board | Coated duplex board, grey back (CCNB, white-lined chipboard) | White coated face, grey recycled back |
| Art card | C2S board, cover stock | Coated and white on both sides |
| Ningbo, FBB | Folding box board (GC1, GC2), C1S | Coated white face, creamy back, stiff for its weight |
| Art paper | Coated paper, gloss or matte | Thin, smooth, prints sharp images |
| Sticker paper | Self-adhesive label stock | Printable face, adhesive layer, peel-off liner |
| Ivory board | Solid bleached board (SBS) | White all the way through |
| Jumbo reel | Parent roll | Full-width mill reel before slitting or sheeting |
Weights: 250 GSM is about 92 lb cover, 300 GSM about 110 lb cover and 350 GSM about 130 lb cover. Convert other weights.
Need paper, board or accessories?
Send the grade, GSM, size and quantity. We reply with availability and a written quote.