Technology

Stone Paper Technology — the material behind 3RBOX packaging

Stone paper material is typically made from calcium carbonate-based minerals combined with selected resin materials. Unlike wood-pulp paper, it does not rely on trees as the primary raw material. The formulation can be adjusted based on strength, flexibility, water resistance, and application needs.

Composition

What stone paper is made of

The primary raw material is calcium carbonate-based mineral — sourced from stone such as marble, calcite, coal gangue, quartz sand, and similar naturally available materials. Fine mineral powder is combined with resin binders (typically PE, PP, or PVC) to form a sheet material.

Typical composition: approximately 65%–80% mineral content and 20%–35% resin, depending on performance and application. This ratio can be tuned for strength, flexibility, printability, or regulatory needs.

The finished sheet is converted into stone paper rolls, then into corrugated sheets, and finally into finished corrugated boxes.

Calcium carbonate powder and stone paper corrugated sheet samples
Process

From quarry to finished corrugated box

  1. 1
    Quarry minerals

    Naturally available calcium carbonate-based stone.

  2. 2
    Fine powder

    Ground into fine calcium carbonate powder.

  3. 3
    Resin selection

    PE, PP, or PVC selected by performance need.

  4. 4
    Stone paper material

    Powder + resin processed into raw material.

  5. 5
    Stone paper roll

    Rolled sheet ready for conversion.

  6. 6
    Corrugated sheet

    Converted into stone paper corrugated sheets.

  7. 7
    Finished box

    Cut, formed, printed, and shipped.

Performance

Why it works for wet and cold chain applications

Water-resistant by material

Mineral + resin composition does not disintegrate on contact with water like cellulose paper.

Moisture-stable

Holds structural integrity in refrigerated humidity, condensation, and long transit.

Application-tuned formulation

Ratio, thickness, and structure adjusted to your logistics environment.

Responsible Positioning

Careful sustainability language

Stone paper is a tree-free option that reduces dependence on wood pulp. It is reusable and can be recyclable depending on formulation and local systems. We avoid absolute claims and provide test reports and compliance documents on request based on the specification and target market.
FAQ

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