Custom Fry Paper for Food Businesses, Restaurants, and Markets
Custom fry paper is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to brand your food service experience. Whether you are lining baskets, wrapping burgers, or presenting fish and chips at a market stall, branded fry paper turns functional packaging into a marketing touchpoint. Teal Packaging supplies food-safe, fully printed custom fry paper with a two-week turnaround, free shipping to the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia, and a minimum order quantity of just 50 units so small businesses can access professional printed paper without warehouse-scale commitments.
The versatility of custom fry paper makes it a staple for any food business. It works as a basket liner, a tray liner, a food wrap, and even as a presentation layer between the food and the serving vessel. Every time a customer lifts a serving of fries or unwraps a burger, your brand is right there in their hands. That kind of passive brand exposure adds up quickly in a high-volume food service environment.
Materials and GSM Specifications for Custom Fry Paper
Food paper for fry applications must balance printability, food safety, grease resistance, and tensile strength. Teal Packaging works with established manufacturing partners to supply several paper grades optimized for food wrapping and basket lining.
- MG Kraft paper 30-45 gsm: Machine-glazed kraft paper with a smooth side for printing and a natural surface on the food-contact side. Lightweight and ideal for wrapping and lining. The natural brown tone suits artisan and craft food brands.
- White MG paper 35-50 gsm: A bleached white machine-glazed paper that presents a clean, bright surface for bold graphic printing. Commonly used by QSRs and fast-casual operators who want vivid color reproduction.
- Greaseproof paper 30-40 gsm: A densely calendered paper that resists oil and grease penetration without the need for plastic coatings. A true greaseproof option that is naturally resistant and recyclable.
- Wax-coated paper 40-60 gsm: Coated with a thin layer of food-grade wax for enhanced grease and moisture resistance. Suitable for wetter food items where standard greaseproof may not provide sufficient barrier performance.
- Compostable PLA-lined paper 40-55 gsm: A paper substrate with a thin PLA (polylactic acid) bio-based barrier, suitable for industrial composting. Ideal for waste-reduction food service operations.
All paper grades used for custom fry paper are food-safe and comply with applicable food-contact material regulations. Printing is carried out using soy-based inks to minimize environmental impact while achieving high-quality color reproduction.
Customization Options for Printed Food Wrapping Paper
From simple one-color logo prints to full-bleed repeating pattern artwork, custom fry paper can be tailored to your brand in numerous ways.
- One to four color flexo printing: Flexographic printing is the standard method for high-volume paper rolls and sheets. Cost-efficient for simple logos, text, and spot color designs.
- Full CMYK lithographic printing: For sheet-format paper requiring photographic-quality artwork or complex brand illustrations.
- Repeating pattern designs: A tiled pattern across the sheet surface creates a branded texture effect even with a simple graphic element. Popular with premium burger bars and street food vendors.
- Custom sheet sizes and roll dimensions: Specify the exact sheet size or roll width and core size to match your existing dispensers or wrapping workflow.
- Perforated sheets: Available in roll format with perforations at specified intervals for easy tearing in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- QR codes and social media handles: Printed directly on the paper to encourage digital engagement at the point of eating. A simple touchpoint that drives online interaction without additional cost.
Free design support is available for every order. Teal Packaging's design team will prepare your artwork to print specifications and send a proof for approval at no additional charge.
Standard and Custom Sizes for Fry Paper (Inches)
Sheet and roll sizes for this packaging vary depending on application. Common configurations include the following.
- Small basket liner sheet: Approximately 9 x 12 inches. Suitable for individual portion baskets and small trays.
- Standard tray liner: Approximately 12 x 16 inches. The most common size for full-size food trays in QSR and casual dining settings.
- Large tray or serving paper: Approximately 14 x 20 inches. Used for sharing platters, loaded nachos, or street food trays with multiple items.
- Burger wrap sheet: Approximately 12 x 12 inches. A square format used for wrapping burgers, sandwiches, and similar handheld items.
- Custom roll format: Available in widths from 8 to 24 inches with core sizes of 3 or 6 inches, cut to specified length. Roll format suits high-volume operations using paper dispensers.
Any non-standard dimension can be accommodated. Provide your exact specifications in the quote form and the team will confirm feasibility and pricing.
Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility
Paper is inherently one of the most sustainable packaging formats available. Teal Packaging builds on that foundation with responsible sourcing and production practices.
- FSC-certified paper: All paper substrates are available with FSC-certified paper options by specification, ensuring forests are managed to strict environmental and social standards.
- Soy-based inks: Printed using soy-based inks that are lower in volatile organic compounds than petroleum inks, biodegradable, and recyclable within the paper stream.
- Plastic-free options: Greaseproof and MG kraft grades contain no plastic coatings, making them available with recyclable options by specification in standard paper recycling streams.
- Compostable variants: The PLA-lined paper grade is certified compostable under industrial composting conditions, suitable for businesses with composting waste programs.
For complementary food-safe packaging, explore our custom food boxes range. If you are also looking for retail-ready packaging formats, our custom kraft boxes and custom retail boxes collections offer sustainable printed options across a wide range of box styles.
How to Order Custom Fry Paper from Teal Packaging
Getting your first batch of printed this packaging is a straightforward four-step process.
- Step 1 - Request a quote: Complete the quote form with your chosen paper grade, sheet or roll size, print requirements, and quantity. Minimum order is 50 units.
- Step 2 - Submit or request design help: Upload existing brand files or ask Teal Packaging's design team to create your artwork. Design support is free with every order.
- Step 3 - Approve the proof: A digital proof will be provided before production begins. Confirm the layout and colors or request adjustments at no cost.
- Step 4 - Production and free delivery: Production takes two weeks from proof approval. Free shipping is included on every Teal order. Delivery details are confirmed during quoting.
Also consider our custom display boxes for point-of-sale packaging that complements your food paper branding across the full customer journey.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Fry Paper
Is branded fry paper safe for direct food contact?
Yes. All paper grades supplied by Teal Packaging for this packaging orders are food-safe and comply with applicable food-contact material regulations. Soy-based inks are used throughout, and greaseproof grades are manufactured without plastic barriers, making them safe for direct contact with fried and oily foods.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum order quantity is 50 units, whether ordering sheets or rolls. This low MOQ is designed to support small food businesses and food trucks that cannot commit to large volumes upfront. Tiered pricing applies for larger quantities, and requesting quotes at multiple quantities is always encouraged to find the best value point.
Can I order fry paper in roll format for a dispenser?
Yes. Custom roll format is available in widths from 8 to 24 inches, with a choice of 3-inch or 6-inch core sizes. Specify your dispenser model or core and roll dimensions when submitting your quote, and the manufacturing partners will cut rolls to your exact specifications.
How quickly can I receive my fry paper order?
Standard production turnaround is two weeks from artwork approval. Delivery is free to the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia and is included in the quoted price. If you need a faster turnaround, contact the team directly before placing an order to check availability of expedited production slots.
Can the paper be recycled or composted?
Standard MG kraft and greaseproof paper grades without any plastic coating are available with recyclable options by specification in standard paper recycling. The PLA-lined compostable grade is certified for industrial composting. All variants are printed with soy-based inks, which do not compromise recyclability. For food-soiled paper, check local authority guidance on whether soiled paper is accepted in your recycling stream.
