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Custom Food Wrapping Paper: Greaseproof vs Wax vs Butter Paper UK Guide

Wrapping burgers, pastries, deli sandwiches or lining takeaway baskets? Choosing the right food paper prevents oil soak-through, keeps food fresh, and delivers eye-catching branded presentation. Here is everything UK food brands need to know.

By Custom Packaging Boxes team

Custom printed food wrapping paper sheets for burgers and deli foods

1. Greaseproof Paper vs Butter Paper vs Wax Paper

Custom Greaseproof Paper (38gsm - 55gsm): A dense, tightly refined paper engineered to resist grease and moisture without plastic coatings. Widely used for lining burger baskets, tray inserts, hot deli wraps, and fish & chips wrapping. Certified 100% biodegradable and recyclable.

Custom Butter Paper (40gsm): A smooth, non-stick, translucent sheet ideal for butter blocks, cheeses, pastries, and cold sandwiches. Retains moisture balance while protecting bakery displays from greasy fingermarks.

Wax Coated Paper (45gsm - 60gsm): Wax-treated paperboard offering exceptional heavy moisture and wet grease resistance, perfect for juicy gourmet burgers, smoked meats, and fried chicken.

2. UK Food Safety & Regulatory Standards

All custom food papers must comply with UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and EC 1935/2004 regulations for materials in direct contact with food. We print exclusively using non-toxic, vegetable-based food-safe inks that will never migrate flavours or harmful chemicals onto your culinary creations.

3. Sheet Sizes & Custom Cut Dimensions

Standard UK food service sheet sizes include Full Sheet (335 × 500 mm), Half Sheet (250 × 335 mm), and Quarter Sheet (167 × 250 mm). We also precision-cut custom sheet sizes and supply roll formats to fit your exact kitchen prep and service trays.

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Boxes from the ranges covered in this guide

Common questions

Is your food wrapping paper microwave and freezer safe?
Yes, our certified greaseproof and baking parchment papers are heat resistant up to 220°C and safe for microwave heating and freezer storage.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom printed greaseproof paper?
Our minimum order starts from just 1,000 sheets, allowing food trucks, artisan bakeries, and restaurant chains to test branded packaging without massive upfront volume.
Can you print my custom restaurant logo across the whole sheet?
Yes! We offer both step-and-repeat wallpaper patterns and centered custom graphics in 1, 2, or full CMYK spot colours.

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