Custom Taco Wrapping Paper

Taco Wrapping Paper Your Solution For Lightweight Packaging 

Taco wrapping paper is a special kind of paper that is manufactured mainly to pack tacos and burritos. Apart from them, several other food products can also be packed in this wrapping food. It is a covenant and hygienic option that not only wraps your food in a professional way but is also an excellent promotional tool when it contains the branding element of your eatery. 

This paper has the ability to resist moisture and grease ensuring that the food remains intact and the consumer’s hands remain clean.  Taco wrapping paper wholesale is an economical option for wrapping food and preventing the creation of mess. 

Applications Of Taco Wrapping Paper

In the fast food industry, custom food wrapping papers are widely used. Whether you are running a food truck or have a restaurant the use of packaging is mandatory. Similar to other food wraps, taco paper wraps are a potent option for packing food items for the sake of presentation and promotion. Some of the common applications of this paper other than packing tacos are as follows: 

• Hygienic Food Wrapping 
• Grease and Moisture Absorption 
• Branding 
• Food Freshness 
• Eco-friendly Packaging 

Manufacturing Process Of Taco Wrapping Paper

The manufacturing process of custom paper-to-wrap tacos consists of two main processes. One is the chemical process and the other one is the mechanical process. These processes ensure that the paper obtains its desired qualities of strength and absorbency. 

Mechanical Process

In the mechanical process of grease proof taco paper manufacturing, the first step is pulping. In this process, the wood chips are grounded using large grinders so that a mechanical pulp can be produced.

Papermaking

After mechanical pulp, the pulp is diluted with water through a series of rollers and screens. This results in a thin and wet sheet. The paper is then pressed and dried with the help of heated rollers to remove the excess water.

Finishing

After the paper is dried, it is smoothed using a process called calendaring. In this process, rollers are used to achieve the desired texture of the paper. Cutting can also be done in this step. 

Chemical Process

In this process, the wood is chemically broken down to release cellulose from the breakdown of lignin. Lignin is a natural glue that holds the cellulose fibre together. The pulp is then treated with chemicals such as Sodium hydroxide and Sodium sulfate to kraft pulp. Chemical pulping is vital to get taco wrapping Sheets with a whiter and more absorbent surface. This process ensures that the resulting paper is less likely to degrade and release unwanted chemicals. 

Chemicals Used in Paper Manufacturing

Whether you are getting parchment, butcher, or greaseproof paper, the use of chemicals is vital for smooth paper. Rest assured that the chemicals that we use are washed thoroughly at the end of the process. The application of chemicals gives strength, witness, and functionality to the paper. Some of the common options of chemicals that we use are as follows: 

Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)

It is used in the pulping process to break down the lignin in chipped wood into cellulose fibres. 

Sodium Sulfide (Na2S)

Sodium sulfide is used in combination with sodium hydroxide to break down the lignin into cellulose fibres. 

Bleaching Agents

Chlorine dioxide or hydrogen peroxide are the two bleaching agents used in the production of white pulp. If our customers want, we also give them the option of chlorine-free bleaching agents that reduce the environmental impacts of the paper. 

Sizing Agents

Alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) or rosin are the two chemicals that are applied to the paper to make it resistant to moisture. This helps in the prevention of paper getting soggy when you wrap it around moist or greasy food items. Sizing against is specifically used on butcher paper rolls, sizing agent can also be applied on taco paper to increase moisture resistance.

Fillers 

For professional or event-based packaging such as Christmas taco wrapping paper, the overall look of the paper must be elegant and smooth. For this, we apply fillers to the paper. These fillers include talc, clay, and calcium carbonate. These fillers increase the opacity and brightness of the paper making them easy to print. 

Coatings

There are several types of coatings that are used on the paper to get a more functional and durable taco wrapping paper roll that can withstand variable conditions. These coatings also enhance the aesthetic look of the wrapping paper. Commonly we use the following coatings: 

Wax Coating

Here we apply a thin coating of wax on the paper. This coating, just like wax paper, makes the paper moisture-resistant and greaseproof. If you have to pack hot and oily food, then to maintain the integrity of the paper this is an exceptional quality coating. 

Polyethylene (PE) Coating

This is an ideal option if you have to use the taco paper in replacement of freezer paper. Not only can coated paper be used in freezing temperatures, but it also has better oil resistance than wax-coated paper. Nonetheless, you cannot use PE-coated paper in the oven or microwave. 

Calendering Coatings

Calendaring coatings are glossy and smooth options that improve the visual appeal of the paper while making it easy to print. It also helps to maintain the integrity of taco wrapping paper while preventing wrinkles on the paper. 

GSM Of Taco Wrapping Paper

The GSM (grams per square meter) of taco wraps typically range from 30 to 50 gsm. This weight ensures that the paper remains lightweight and flexible so that one can easily wrap it around the tacos. This is also an ideal thickness to pack low to moderately greasy food items. The GSM of taco paper wraps may vary based on the specific requirement of your brand and the intended use.  

Printing On Taco Wrapping Paper

If you want a promotional and elegant custom paper wrap then you must opt for printing options. A custom printed taco food wrapper is an ideal option for the promotion of your brand while giving an elegant look to the packaged food. We use the following option to print the paper: 

• Flexo Printing 
• Offset Printing 
• Digital Printing 
• Screen Printing 

The selection of printing methods on the paper is based on the budget, required print quality, durability, and customization requirements. Though all of the options are good, flexo printing is the top choice because it is cost-effective and prints high volumes at low cost and in premium quality. 

For high detail and sharp images again flexo is the best option. You can get premium quality prints on taco paper with logo using Flexo as it allows easy updates and changes to the designs with quick turnout time.  

Key Differences With Other Food Wrapping Papers 

Taco wrapping sheets come with different types of coatings that help in the absorption of grease and masonite. But their resistance to greasy food is less than that of wax and deli paper sheets. This is usually preferred when you have to pack dry or slightly moist food. 

Temperature Resistance

Like deli and wax paper, taco wraps are also not preferred for high-temperature applications such as baking. For baking parchment paper is the best option due to the application of silicone coating. You must not use taco wraps in the microwave or oven. 

Strength & Flexibility

Grease proof taco paper is manufactured mainly for the wrapping of taco rolls which is why this paper has excellent flexibility than that of other custom food  wraps. This paper is generally more fragile and prone to tearing because of the thin coating and material. 

Environmental Impact

Custom printed taco food wrapper is a sustainable option as it is not always coated with wax. The application of wax complicates the recycling process, so brands that want 100% sustainable packaging paper can opt for paper without wax coating. 

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