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SBS C1S Paperboard

SBS C1S is a single-side coated solid bleached sulfate paperboard made from virgin bleached chemical pulp. It is specified when the outer print surface needs high whiteness, smooth ink holdout, and predictable carton converting performance.

SBS C1S single-side coated paperboard sheet sample for custom packaging
Single-side coated paperboard reference

Technical Overview

Technical definition and core metrics.

SBS C1S should be specified by caliper, brightness, pulp type, and converting behavior before artwork or finishing choices are locked.

Technical Metric Standard Specifications
Common Calipers 16 pt (approx. 300 g/m²), 18 pt (approx. 350 g/m²), 24 pt (approx. 400 g/m²)
Caliper / Thickness 12 pt - 24 pt (0.3 mm - 0.6 mm)
Brightness 90% - 94% (GE Brightness)
Pulp Type 100% Virgin Bleached Chemical Pulp
Sustainability documentation Confirm available fiber, certification, recyclability, and end-of-life documentation for the selected board grade before purchase.

Pros, Cons & Pro Tips

Engineering notes before sampling.

Advantages

  • Excellent surface smoothness for high-resolution offset printing and clean small-text reproduction.
  • A smooth coated surface can support detailed CMYK artwork when files, ink density, press setup, and proof approval are controlled.
  • Strong adhesion performance for post-press UV, foil stamping, embossing, and lamination processes.

Limitations

  • Single fiber direction requires careful grain planning before die cutting and folding.
  • Above 18 pt (approx. 350 g/m²), 90-degree folds are more likely to crack when crease depth, ink coverage, or humidity is not controlled.
  • Heavy dark ink coverage on exposed edges can make paper cracking more visible after converting.

Visual Gallery & Finished Effects

Compare common SBS C1S surfaces, finishing stacks, and premium print effects before choosing the final paperboard specification.

SBS C1S paperboard sample for folding cartons

SBS C1S coated face and reverse

Single-side coated white paperboard reference

The curled sheet makes the smooth print face and natural reverse side easy to compare.

Stacked SBS C1S paperboard sheets showing board thickness

SBS C1S sheet stack

Clean white sheet edges and consistent caliper

Review caliper, edge quality, stiffness, and batch consistency on physical samples.

Die cut SBS C1S paperboard carton blanks

SBS C1S converting reference

Die-cut and scored folding carton blanks

Use converted samples to check crease quality, grain direction, and fold cracking.

Matching Products

Recommended box styles using SBS C1S.

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Industry Application & Solutions

How different industries leverage SBS C1S.

The same option behaves differently depending on product weight, compliance needs, artwork coverage, and finishing stack.

Cosmetics & Skincare

High whiteness and a refined hand feel make SBS C1S a strong choice for perfume sleeves, cream cartons, serum boxes, and single-unit skincare outer packaging.

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Consumer Electronics

Used for lightweight outer cartons, cable accessory boxes, and clean internal partitions when a bright printable surface is required.

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Pharmaceutical

Selected for clean, non-toxic, high-whiteness folding cartons where information hierarchy, print clarity, and tensile performance matter.

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Quote-planning FAQ

Questions to answer before you specify SBS C1S.

What should be confirmed before choosing SBS C1S?

Confirm caliper, grain direction, fold behavior, print coverage, and product weight with the final packaging structure before approving a production sample.

Can SBS C1S be combined with other custom packaging options?

Often, yes. Compatibility depends on the selected material, box structure, artwork, quantity, and production sequence, so the complete option stack should be reviewed together.

What should I include in a SBS C1S packaging quote request?

Share the box or pouch style, product dimensions and weight, quantity, artwork stage, required finish or protection, delivery destination, and target launch date.

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