Fibre Based Packaging Fees Set by the Substrate You Specify
Substrate selection fixes structural caliper, web trim yield, repulpability, and EPR eco-modulation fee tiers, governing net landed carton costs.
PEFC Certification
Chain Custody
Global forest management standards verify that wood-based materials originate from sustainably managed forests and controlled sources. PEFC certification establishes a traceability system that tracks paperboard and paper fibres from the forest floor to the final printed package. This framework ensures that the raw wood is harvested in compliance with local laws, ecological requirements, and social standards.
It applies to all wood-based products, giving consumers confidence that the packaging does not contribute to deforestation or illegal logging.
Sourcing Standard
Traceability is maintained through two primary tracking methods, the physical separation method and the percentage-based method. PEFC certification requires that all companies in the supply chain hold a valid chain-of-custody certificate to pass the certified claim onto the next buyer. Auditing bodies inspect the purchase and sales records of paper mills and converting plants annually to confirm that the certified volume balances are correct.
This independent verification is the mechanism that keeps the entire supply chain accountable.
Market Requirement
Brands require this certification to meet their corporate sustainability commitments and to satisfy European timber regulations. Packaging buyers look for the PEFC logo on the finished box as proof of environmental responsibility. Certified boards are increasingly required for entry into public tenders.