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Material

Corrugated, cardboard, kraft

Printing

Full CMYK + Pantone, soy inks

Turnaround

7 business days

Shipping

Free shipping included

Glassine Paper Packaging

Smooth, grease-resistant glassine paper for food, retail, and specialty packaging. Custom printed or plain, shipped free with low minimum order quantities.

What Is Glassine Paper?

Glassine is a smooth, glossy paper that is air, water. And grease resistant. It is made by super-calendering pulp to create a dense, semi-transparent sheet. The result is a material that protects contents from moisture and oils while remaining lightweight and flexible.

Teal Packaging supplies glassine paper in sheets, rolls, and pre-made bags. Whether you need liners for bakery boxes, interleaving sheets for stacked products, or standalone glassine bags, we have the right format for your operation.

Material Specifications

Standard Glassine

  • Weight: 30 gsm to 90 gsm depending on application
  • Finish: High gloss, semi-transparent
  • Resistance: Grease, moisture, and air barrier
  • Biodegradable and recyclable
  • Food-safe and food-contact options available by specification for direct food contact

Colored and Printed Glassine

  • Available in white, brown kraft, and custom colors
  • Full-color print compatible with flexographic and digital methods
  • Custom logos, patterns, and branding printed directly on the sheet
  • Matte and gloss laminate options for added durability

Specialty Variants

  • Waxed glassine for enhanced moisture resistance
  • Silicone-coated glassine for non-stick release applications
  • Pearlized glassine for premium gift and retail packaging

Available Sizes and Formats

Glassine Sheets

  • Small: 6 x 6 inches (perfect for cookies, chocolates, and small baked goods)
  • Medium: 9 x 12 inches (standard bakery liner size)
  • Large: 12 x 16 inches (for sheet cakes, pastry boxes, and trays)
  • Custom cut sizes available to your specifications

Glassine Bags

  • Small flat bags: 3 x 4 inches to 5 x 7 inches
  • Medium bags: 6 x 9 inches to 8 x 10 inches
  • Large bags: 10 x 13 inches and up
  • Gusseted bags for bulkier products like candies and popcorn

Glassine Rolls

  • Roll widths from 12 inches to 48 inches
  • Roll lengths from 100 feet to 1,000 feet
  • Compatible with automated dispensing and wrapping equipment

Who Uses Glassine Paper?

Bakeries and Patisseries

Glassine is the industry standard for lining bakery boxes, wrapping individual pastries. And separating stacked cookies or macarons. The grease resistance keeps boxes clean while the food-safe certification means direct contact with baked goods is safe.

Candy and Confectionery Brands

Chocolate makers, candy companies, and artisan confectioners use glassine bags and wraps to display products while protecting them from humidity and handling. The semi-transparent finish lets customers see the product inside without opening the package.

Specialty Food Producers

  • Charcuterie and deli operations use glassine as interleaving between sliced meats
  • Cheese producers wrap portions in glassine to allow breathability
  • Spice and herb companies use glassine liners inside retail boxes
  • Meal kit services line compartments with glassine to separate ingredients

Retail and Gift Packaging

Boutique retailers, gift shops. And e-commerce brands use glassine tissue and bags for jewelry, candles, skincare. And apparel. The elegant translucent look adds a premium feel at a low cost per unit. Pearlized and colored options work well for holiday and seasonal collections.

Print and Archival Applications

  • Photographers and artists use glassine interleaving to protect prints
  • Stamp and coin collectors store items in glassine envelopes
  • Publishers use glassine dust jacket protectors for books

Pair With Mailer Boxes for Complete Protection

Glassine paper works best when combined with rigid outer packaging. Line your custom mailer boxes with glassine sheets to protect products from grease transfer and moisture during shipping. The combination gives you a clean interior presentation and a sturdy exterior. Which reduces damage claims and improves the unboxing experience.

Our mailer boxes are available in matching custom print options so your glassine liner and outer box carry a consistent brand look from the inside out.

Free Shipping. Low Custom Production Minimums.

Every order of glassine paper ships free regardless of quantity. There is low minimum order requirements, so you can order a single case to test a size or scale up to full pallet quantities without hitting volume thresholds.

  • Free standard shipping on all orders
  • Low minimum order quantities on sheets, bags, or rolls
  • Rush production available for time-sensitive launches
  • Sample packs available before committing to a full run

Custom printed glassine orders include a digital proof before production begins. Standard lead time is 10 to 14 business days. Stock glassine ships within 2 to 3 business days.

Get a Custom Quote

Tell us your size, quantity. And print requirements and we will send a quote within one business day. Our packaging specialists can recommend the right weight and format based on your product type and shipping method.

Production Checklist

How to Plan Glassine Paper

Use this page to brief Teal before quoting. The strongest custom glassine paper requests include structure, size, artwork stage, material target, quantity, ship-to country, and any compliance or retail display needs.

1. Confirm structure and fit

Share the packed product size, preferred box style, insert needs, and whether the package ships directly or sits on a retail shelf. If you are unsure, Teal can suggest a mailer, folding carton, sleeve, rigid setup box, tray, or insert direction.

2. Choose board and finish

Match the material to weight, shipping risk, shelf life, and brand feel. Common choices include kraft, SBS, corrugated, rigid board, recycled paperboard, matte lamination, gloss lamination, foil, embossing, debossing, and spot UV.

3. Prepare artwork and proofing

Upload logos, dielines, color references, barcodes, warnings, ingredient panels, or compliance copy before proofing. Teal checks print placement, bleed, safe zones, panel orientation, and finishing details before production starts.

4. Lock quantity and timeline

Quote accuracy improves when you include target quantity, launch date, shipping destination, and rush requirements. Standard production can begin after proof approval, and sample kits help compare materials before a larger custom order.

For faster pricing, include photos of your current packaging, competitor references, retail display rules, shipping carton requirements, and any sustainability goals. Teal can quote the closest production-ready option first, then refine dielines, inserts, coatings, print coverage, and carton strength after your team reviews the proof.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about glassine paper, materials, lead times, and ordering.

Most standard custom box projects start around 50 units. Specialty structures, regulated categories, and some material choices may start at 100+ units.

Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval. Complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days.

Full-color CMYK, Pantone spot colors, white ink on kraft. Finishes include matte/gloss lamination, spot UV, foil stamping, embossing.

Yes. Free shipping is included on every Teal order. Delivery timeline, carrier/service level, and destination requirements are confirmed during quoting.

FSC-certified paper options, recyclable materials, and soy or water-based ink options are available by specification. See the certifications and materials page for claim scope.

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Further Reading

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Plan Sizing and Materials

Before requesting a quote, use the box size and dimensional weight calculator to estimate billable weight and the eco-friendly packaging material selector to narrow kraft, SBS, corrugated, rigid board, and molded fiber options.

Ready to Order Glassine Paper?

Request a quote with dieline and design guidance included. Free shipping is included on every order, with delivery details confirmed during quoting.

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Where You Can Find Us

We serve customers through our locations around the globe.

USA (Head Office)

(224) 546-8325
1800 W Hawthorne Lane Ste 205
West Chicago, Illinois, 60185

USA

(224) 546-8325
44288 Fremont Blvd,
Fremont, CA 94538, USA

UK

+44 7342 050575
29 Stafford Road, Wallington,
Surrey, England,
SM6 9AP

UAE

+971 564246684
Office 1904, The
Metropolis Tower - Opp Bay
Square Dubai - Dubai - UAE

China

No. 3 Longxing Dongnan Yiheng
Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou,
Guangdong, China

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