Kunshan Jianyue Import and Export Company introduced: What are the differences between imported paper products and our domestic paper products?

Raw materials and production technology

Source and quality of raw materials:

Imported paper products: Some imported paper products, especially those from areas with rich forest resources and strict management, such as Nordic countries, have high quality wood pulp raw materials. Trees in these areas have a long growth cycle and good fiber quality, and the strength and toughness of the paper produced may be better. For example, coniferous wood pulp in northern Europe has long fibers, and the paper made from it performs well in tensile strength and tear.

Domestic paper products: some paper products in China also use high-quality wood pulp, but a considerable number of products use a certain proportion of recycled fiber, which may have a certain impact on the quality of paper while reducing costs. However, with the development and management of domestic forestry resources strengthened and the emphasis on the quality of raw materials, the quality of raw materials for domestic paper products is gradually improving.

Production process differences:

Imported paper products: In some high-end paper products production fields, foreign countries may have more advanced production technologies. For example, in the production of specialty paper and high-end packaging paper, foreign enterprises may adopt finer fiber treatment technology, multi-layer composite technology or advanced coating technology, which makes the paper more advantageous in functional characteristics, such as waterproof, gloss and printing adaptability.

Domestic paper products: The domestic paper production technology has developed rapidly in recent years, and it is constantly innovating on the basis of introducing foreign advanced technology. However, in the application of some high-end technologies and complex processes, it may be necessary to catch up further. However, for the production of ordinary paper products such as writing paper and toilet paper, domestic technology has been able to meet most of the needs, and has advantages in cost performance.

Product quality and performance

Physical properties of paper:

Strength and toughness: In general, imported high-quality paper products may have more advantages in strength and toughness. For example, imported packaging paper, due to its high-quality fiber raw materials and advanced production technology, may be superior to domestic similar products in edge compression strength and bursting resistance. For example, imported corrugated paper can withstand the pressure and collision during transportation when making large or heavy product packaging.

Smoothness and glossiness: Imported printing paper may perform better in smoothness and glossiness. This makes them more popular in the production of high-end magazines, picture books and other printed matter. For example, when imported coated paper is used for high-quality commercial printing, it can present more delicate images and brighter colors, because its smooth surface can make the ink adhere better, and the gloss also helps to improve the expressive force of colors.

Health and environmental protection performance:

Imported paper products: In some developed countries, the hygiene and environmental protection standards for paper products are higher. For example, imported toilet paper may be stricter in microbial index control, and pay more attention to environmental protection in the process of raw material procurement and production. Some imported paper products may use wood pulp certified by sustainable forest management, and reduce the use of chemicals in the production process to reduce environmental pollution.

Domestic paper products: China's paper industry is also constantly strengthening the implementation of health and environmental protection standards. At present, domestic paper products can basically meet the requirements of national standards in health indicators, but some enterprises need to further strengthen environmental certification and sustainable development. However, many domestic enterprises have actively promoted green production and obtained relevant environmental certification.

Price and market positioning

Price difference:

Imported paper products: because imported paper products may involve higher raw material costs, transportation costs, tariffs and other factors, the price is usually relatively high. Especially some high-end imported specialty paper and brand paper products, the price may be several times that of domestic similar products. For example, imported art paper is used for high-end art printing or packaging, and its price is high, mainly for the high-end market with high requirements on quality and design.

Domestic paper products: Domestic paper products have certain advantages in price, especially for ordinary paper products for daily consumption, such as writing paper and toilet paper, which can meet the basic needs of the public at a lower price. This makes domestic paper products occupy a large share in the low-end market, and with the continuous improvement of quality, it is gradually infiltrating into the high-end market.

Different market positioning:

Imported paper products: mainly located in the high-end market, such as high-end printing, luxury packaging, high-end office and other fields. Its brand image is often associated with high quality, environmental protection, design sense and other factors to meet the needs of professional users and high-end consumers who have strict requirements on paper performance and quality.

Domestic paper products: the market positioning is relatively wide, covering many fields from daily consumption to some industrial and commercial uses. Domestic paper products enterprises occupy a dominant position in the domestic market by constantly improving quality and cost performance, and are also actively expanding overseas markets, especially in some price-sensitive markets and developing countries.