Introduction
Custom butter paper is an essential packaging material for bakeries, restaurants, food service operations, and artisanal food producers. Also known as deli paper or food release paper, butter paper provides a clean, convenient surface for wrapping butter, cheese, baked goods, and sandwiches. Quality butter paper keeps food fresh while preventing sticking and providing a professional presentation.
Teal Packaging partners with manufacturing specialists to deliver premium custom but For related packaging needs, explore our premium rigid boxes.ter paper products that meet the exacting standards of food service businesses. Our butter paper is engineered with optimal release properties to prevent food from sticking while maintaining food safety standards. The smooth, white surface provides an excellent canvas for custom printing, allowing your brand to shine through with every use.
Custom butter paper transforms a simple functional item into a marketing opportunity. Whether you wrap individual portions, line food service trays, or package baked goods, branded butter paper reinforces your professional image. With minimum orders starting at just 50 units, businesses of all sizes can access premium butter paper without excessive investment.
Materials and GSM Specifications
The performance of butter paper depends on material weight and special coatings that provide release properties. Our GSM specifications ensure you get the right level of performance for your specific applications.
- 35-40 GSM: Lightweight butter paper suitable for high-volume applications, basic food service, and cost-conscious operations. Provides adequate release properties for standard applications.
- 45-50 GSM: Medium-weight custom butter paper ideal for most bakery, restaurant, and food service applications. Offers excellent balance of release properties, strength, and print quality.
- 60-70 GSM: Premium butter paper for gourmet food applications, artisanal producers, and businesses requiring superior presentation. Maximum strength with enhanced print surfaces for detailed branding.
All our butter paper options feature food-safe materials with silicone or similar release coatings that prevent sticking without transferring chemicals to food. The paper is also grease-resistant to handle foods with higher oil content. Microwave and freezer safe options are available for various food storage requirements.
Customization Options
Custom butter paper provides excellent branding opportunities for food businesses. Our customization options help you create distinctive packaging that reinforces your brand identity with every use.
Add your bakery name, logo, or custom artwork to the butter paper surface using high-quality printing techniques. Choose from spot color printing for bold, graphic designs or full color printing for intricate patterns and photographs. Custom colors can be matched to your brand palette exactly.
Special finishing options include matte finish for a natural look or glossy coating for enhanced color vibrancy. Custom sizes can be produced to fit your specific applications. Additional features such as pre-cut sheets, interleaved stacks, or roll formats are available to match your dispensing requirements.
Available Sizes in Inches
Selecting the correct size butter paper ensures proper coverage and functionality for your specific applications. Our paper products are available in multiple dimensions to accommodate different food items and serving requirements. For related packaging needs, explore our retail boxes.
- 8 x 8 inches: Small butter paper for individual portions, small baked goods, and appetizer presentations.
- 10 x 10 inches: Standard butter paper size for single serving items, sandwiches, and small bakery items.
- 12 x 12 inches: Medium butter paper for larger portions, multiple items, or family-style servings.
- 15 x 15 inches: Large butter paper for wrapping multiple items, large baked goods, or meal portions.
- Roll formats: Available in various widths and lengths for high-volume food service operations.
All dimensions represent flat paper size before use. Custom sizes are available for unique applications. We also offer pre-cut sheets in custom quantities and roll formats for automatic dispensers.
Sustainability Commitment
Teal Packaging is committed to environmental responsibility in all our packaging solutions, including custom butter paper. Our sustainable options help your business reduce its environmental impact while maintaining excellent performance.
We offer butter paper made from responsibly sourced pulp from certified sustainable forests. Many of our paper options are recyclable through standard paper recycling streams. For businesses seeking maximum sustainability, we provide compostable butter paper alternatives made from plant-based materials.
Choosing sustainable butter paper demonstrates your brand's environmental commitment to eco-conscious consumers. The lightweight construction of our paper products also minimizes resource usage while delivering the performance requirements of food service packaging.
How to Order
Ordering custom butter paper from Teal Packaging is designed to be simple and efficient. Our team guides you through each step to ensure the final product meets your exact specifications. For related packaging needs, explore our display packaging.
Begin by selecting your preferred GSM weight and paper size based on your specific applications. Request samples to evaluate paper quality, release properties, and print appearance. Our free design support team assists with artwork preparation and can help create custom designs that represent your brand effectively.
Production takes approximately two weeks from artwork approval. We offer free shipping to the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia. The minimum order quantity of 50 units allows businesses to maintain flexibility and test new designs.
What GSM butter paper is best for bakery applications?
For bakery applications, we recommend 45-50 GSM medium-weight butter paper. This weight provides excellent release properties for cookies, pastries, and baked goods while offering good print quality for branding. Heavier items or those with high butter content may benefit from 60-70 GSM premium paper.
Is butter paper safe for direct food contact?
Yes, all our bespoke butter paper products are certified food-safe and designed for direct contact with food. The release coatings used are food-grade and do not transfer harmful chemicals to food. Our butter paper meets all relevant food safety standards for food service applications.
Can I order samples before placing a bulk order?
Absolutely, we strongly recommend ordering samples to evaluate paper quality, release properties, print appearance, and functionality with your actual food products. Sample orders allow you to make informed decisions before committing to larger production runs.
What file formats do you need for custom printing?
We accept vector artwork files in AI, EPS, or PDF format for optimal print quality. High-resolution raster images at 300 DPI or higher in PNG, JPEG, or TIFF formats are also acceptable. Our design team can help prepare or convert your existing artwork for printing. For related packaging needs, explore our soap boxes.
Do you offer roll format butter paper?
Yes, we offer butter paper in roll formats for high-volume food service operations. Roll paper is ideal for bakeries, delis, and restaurants with high daily usage. Custom roll widths and lengths are available to match your dispensing equipment and operational needs. For related packaging needs, explore our custom mailer boxes.