Domestic sea freight container cargo packaging: Corrugated cardboard box

Domestic Sea Freight Container Cargo Outer Packaging: Corrugated Fiberboard Boxes

In the previous article, we introduced the types of cargo packaging for domestic sea freight containers. Now, let me introduce one of the box packaging types: corrugated fiberboard boxes. Among box packaging, corrugated fiberboard boxes are the most representative type of carton, boasting advantages such as low cost, simple use, easy disposal after use, easy surface printing, and light weight. Therefore, corrugated fiberboard is an excellent material for cargo packaging. In domestic and international sea freight container transport, with the further development of palletization and containerization, the scope of use of corrugated fiberboard boxes as cargo packaging has become increasingly broad. With the invention of corrugated fiberboard with relatively high compressive strength, even certain heavy goods can be packaged using corrugated fiberboard. Below is a brief description of the types and sizes of corrugated fiberboard currently in use, as well as other related issues concerning corrugated fiberboard boxes.

Types of Corrugated Fiberboard

Corrugated fiberboard currently in use comes in several types based on different flute shapes. The most common are type A, B, C, and E corrugated fiberboards. Different types have different characteristics. According to Japanese standards, corrugated paper with 36±3 flutes per 30 cm length is called type A. Although the flute count is determined by the number of crests in the corrugation, a certain tolerance is allowed due to potential errors during lamination. It is suitable for packaging lightweight goods. 90% of corrugated fiberboard used for outer packaging in Japan is of this type A. Type B corrugated fiberboard refers to paper with 51±3 flutes per 30 cm length. Due to its strong edgewise crush resistance, it is suitable for packaging fixed-shape items, such as hard-packaged goods like cans, cases, and boxes. Although its cushioning property is weaker than type A, it offers advantages such as high compressive strength and takes up less volume inside the box. Type C corrugated fiberboard refers to paper with 42±3 flutes per 30 cm length. Its average number of flutes per unit length and characteristics fall between those of type A and B. Type C is rarely used in Japan, but in the UK, type C accounts for 60% of usage in corrugated fiberboard boxes. Type E corrugated fiberboard has the finest flutes among corrugated fiberboards, with 92-100 flutes per 30 cm length. As it has the highest number of flutes per unit length and a relatively low flute height, its edgewise crush resistance is relatively strong, and it is generally used less for outer packaging but more for single-unit or inner packaging. Additionally, it offers good printability. The above is an introduction to the outer packaging for domestic sea freight container cargo – corrugated fiberboard boxes. Hope the content provides you with help!

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