Specialty papers are special grades of paper that have specific properties and characteristics designed for specific end-use. These papers are useful in distinct ways to enhance the function, processing, or decoration of another product. From currency to décor papers, coffee filters, carbonless copy paper, and insulation paper, they are present in the daily lives of consumers. Specialty paper is one of the most important segments of paper and plays a vital role in various industries, such as printing, packaging, labeling, and construction.
Specialty
paper is not only used in printing and writing but has a wide scope of use in
various other end-use applications. These papers offer many benefits such are
light in weight, colorful, attractive, waterproof, temperature resistant, and
non-reactant, which has helped it gain traction in various industries,
especially in the packaging industry. Furthermore, the growing trend of
decorative interiors around the world has increased the sales of specialty
paper, especially from the building and construction industry.
Specialty
pulp and paper chemicals are raw materials used to produce specialty paper.
These raw materials are an integral part of the manufacturing process of
specialty paper. These chemicals help improve the functional and optical
properties of the paper such as printing ability, strength, brightness,
texture, and color, among others during the manufacturing process. Chlorine, hydrogen
peroxide, sodium hydrosulfite, enzymes and various surfactants, sodium
silicate, alkyl ketene dimer, and alkenyl succinic anhydride are some of the
specialty chemicals.
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Specialty
papers are useful in distinct ways to enhance the function, processing or
decoration of another product. The papers offer a wide variety of colors,
unique texture, and feel, and are ideal for an extensive range of applications.
Thus, there is an increasing demand for specialty papers around the world. In
April 2021, Pixelle Specialty Solutions (US) acquired two specialty papers
businesses; Rollsource from Veritiv Corporation, and carbonless rolls &
security papers from Appvion Operations to ensure continuity in operations,
sales, and customer service.