Newsprint Paper – Wholesale Printing and Publishing Paper
| HS Code (Customs Tariff) | 4801.00.00 |
| Substance / Basis Weight | 45.0 / 48.8 GSM |
| Format / Dimensions | Web Reels (700-1400mm) & Standard Sheet Packs |
| CIE Whiteness | Standard High-Opacity Newsprint Stock |
| ISO Brightness | 58 - 62% ISO Brightness |
| Opacity & Runnability | ≥ 93.0% (Minimal Strike-through) |
| Export Packaging | Reel Export Packing with PE Moisture Barrier Film |
| Minimum Order (MOQ) | 1 x 20ft Container (~14 - 16 Metric Tons) |
| Lead Time to Port | 7 - 10 Working Days (Factory Direct) |
Commercial Scope & Engineering Profile
Newsprint Paper for Printing and Publishing
Newsprint Paper is used for newspapers, publishing, commercial printing and bulk paper supply. This product page supports buyers who need newsprint paper in repeat B2B orders.
Confirm paper format, grade, packing, delivery terms and order quantity before procurement.
Container Loading Matrix & OEM Private Label Program
- Loose Carton Loading: ~8,000 reams (1,600 master cartons of 5 reams) | Total net weight: ~19.5 - 20.0 Metric Tons
- Palletized Loading: ~7,800 reams (1,560 master cartons across 20 seaworthy fumigated pallets)
- Ream Configuration: 500 sheets / ream in high-barrier moisture-proof poly-coated wrapper
- Private Brand Wrapper: Customized brand artwork & color logo printing (4-color flexographic / gravure)
- Master Shipping Carton: 5-ply heavy-duty export corrugated carton with custom shipping marks & barcodes
- Flexible Incoterms: FOB Qingdao / Ningbo / Shanghai, CIF destination port with comprehensive cargo insurance
Coldset Web Offset Rotary Press Newsprint Specifications
Engineered in compliance with WAN-IFRA standards for high-speed newspaper publishing and web offset printing.
| # | Physical Parameter | Test Method | Standard 45.0 GSM | High-Performance 48.8 GSM | Commercial Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Substance / Basis Weight | ISO 536 | 45.0 ± 1.2 g/m² | 48.8 ± 1.2 g/m² | Daily Newspaper & Periodicals |
| 02 | Caliper / Sheet Thickness | ISO 534 | 68 ± 3 μm | 74 ± 3 μm | High Volume Bulk Yield |
| 03 | ISO Brightness (UV Excluded) | ISO 2470 | 58.0 - 62.0% | 59.0 - 63.0% | Eye-Comfortable Reading Stock |
| 04 | Opacity (Non-Transparency) | ISO 2471 | ≥ 93.0% | ≥ 94.5% | High Holdout / Zero Strike-Through |
| 05 | Bendtsen Roughness | ISO 8791-2 | 100 - 150 ml/min | 90 - 130 ml/min | Smooth Ink Absorption |
| 06 | Tensile Strength MD | ISO 1924-2 | ≥ 2.20 kN/m | ≥ 2.50 kN/m | High Web Tension Endurance |
| 07 | Tear Index CD (Elmendorf) | ISO 1974 | ≥ 4.8 mN·m²/g | ≥ 5.2 mN·m²/g | Prevents Cross-Web Slit Tears |
| 08 | Moisture Content | ISO 287 | 7.5 - 9.0% | 7.5 - 9.0% | Anti-Static Rotary Feeding |
| 09 | Web Break Frequency | WAN-IFRA | < 1 break / 100 reels | < 1 break / 100 reels | Certified for 60,000+ cph Presses |
Reel Packaging & Marine Protection Engineering
Engineered with radial edge guards, moisture barrier wrapping, and core protection for heavy container rolls.
- • 3 to 5 Layers Extensible Kraft with inner PE moisture barrier film.
- • Protects paper roll edges against sea moisture condensation and humidity.
- • Sealed outer wrap preventing dust, scuffing, and transit abrasion.
- • Corrugated Circular End Discs clamped at both reel faces.
- • Heavy-duty flanged plastic/fibre radial chine protectors along outer rims.
- • Prevents roll edge denting during crane and clamp-truck operations.
- • Heavy Pressed Composite / Steel Plugs inserted into 3" or 6" core ends.
- • Prevents core collapse or out-of-round deformation under stacking pressure.
- • Grooved timber floor chocks and heavy polyester strapping for zero rolling.
Full Container Load (FCL) Stowage: 20GP vs 40HQ
Optimized for maximum ocean freight payload, gross weight compliance, and port terminal handling.
| Container Loading Parameter | 20GP Container (Standard Heavy Load) | 40HQ Container (High Cube Max Payload) |
|---|---|---|
| Reel Stowage Configuration | Eye-to-Sky (Vertical on Pallets) or Eye-to-Wall (Horizontal) | Multi-Row Staggered Horizontal or Vertical Palletized |
| Net Cargo Tonnage | ~ 15.0 - 18.0 Metric Tons | ~ 25.0 - 28.0 Metric Tons (Max Weight) |
| Total Paper Reels Loaded | 14 - 24 Reels (depending on diameter & width) | 28 - 44 Reels (depending on diameter & width) |
| Dunnage & Securing System | Grooved Timber Wedges + Heavy Polyester Ratchet Straps | Heavy Dunnage Airbags + Timber Floor Bracing + Web Straps |
| Freight Economic Advantage | Lower trial capital commitment / flexible port routes | Lowest sea freight cost per metric ton |
Rotary Web Press Compatibility (Goss / KBA / Manroland)
Tested on high-speed industrial converting lines, rotary sheeters, and continuous web presses.
Verified on Goss Community, Urbanite, and Universal presses at speeds exceeding 50,000 cph.
Koenig & Bauer high-speed double-width rotary coldset presses with minimal strike-through.
Smooth ink transfer and low linting to keep print blankets clean during marathon press runs.
Zero-stop splice compatibility with Megtec and Enkel automatic reel change systems.
Bespoke Reel Dimensions, Core Diameters & Roll Branding
We support paper mills, packaging plants, and commercial printing presses with tailored reel widths, specific roll outer diameters (OD), 3" or 6" heavy-duty steel-capped cores, and custom weatherproof stencil roll markings.
Custom Technical Inquiry
Direct factory contract supply starting from 1 container with complete mill test certificates (MTC) and quality warranties.
Inquire About Custom Production →Standard Export Documentation Checklist
Full sets of authenticated original shipping and customs documents supplied with every container dispatch.
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Frequently Asked Questions for Newsprint Paper – Wholesale Printing and Publishing Paper Buyers
What basis weights and web widths are available for coldset web offset presses?
We supply standard 45.0 GSM and high-performance 48.8 GSM newsprint reels. Common rotary web widths include 700 mm, 840 mm, 880 mm, 1,000 mm, 1,260 mm, and 1,400 mm, wound on standard 76 mm (3") heavy-duty cores.
What is the guaranteed maximum web break rate during high-speed press runs?
Our newsprint adheres to WAN-IFRA standards with a guaranteed web break rate of less than 1 break per 100 reels on properly maintained rotary presses (Goss, KBA, Manroland) operating at speeds up to 60,000 copies per hour.
How is newsprint reel moisture maintained during tropical ocean crossings?
Newsprint reels are wrapped in heavy multilayer bitumen/PE kraft wrap with tight radial edge seals. Moisture content upon factory dispatch is strictly calibrated between 7.5% and 9.0% to prevent static electricity and brittleness upon press feeding.
Can we obtain sample rolls for commercial press trial runs before placing bulk contracts?
Yes. We provide sample trial reels for press evaluation. Importers cover the ocean or air freight for test reels, which is credited back upon formal container contract placement.