Product Overview
SBS (Solid Bleached Sulfate) Paperboard, also known as Ivory Board, is a premium paperboard grade manufactured from 100% virgin bleached chemical pulp. It features a bright white surface, excellent smoothness, and consistent thickness, providing superior printing quality and a clean appearance compared to recycled paperboard. This makes it an ideal choice for high-end packaging applications including cosmetics, gifts, food, and luxury goods.
Key Features
- Excellent Stiffness and Structural Stability: Provides excellent stiffness, strength, and folding performance to maintain packaging shape and reduce deformation.
- High Whiteness and Smooth Surface: Bright white appearance with a smooth surface delivers a premium look for high-quality packaging.
- Excellent Printability: Fast and even ink absorption with excellent color reproduction, supporting fine printing, laminating, UV printing, and hot stamping.
- Virgin Bleached Chemical Pulp Material: Made from 100% virgin bleached chemical pulp for clean material characteristics and stable performance.
- Certification Support: ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and FSC certifications available upon request.
Applications
- Premium Packaging: Cosmetic packaging, gift packaging, food packaging, and luxury packaging, leveraging high whiteness and printability.
- Folding Carton: Suitable for folding cartons, outer packaging, and structural packaging with good stiffness and forming performance.
- Commercial Printing: Product cards, display cards, and decorative printed materials benefiting from excellent surface quality.
Technical Specifications
| Material | 100% wood pulp |
| GSM Range | Customizable based on packaging and converting requirements |
| Thickness | 1.0–5.0 mm (customizable) |
| Density | ≥0.625 g/cm³ |
| Smoothness (s) | ≥10 |
| Moisture Content | 10±1% |
| Standard Sizes | 787 × 1092 mm / 889 × 1194 mm (custom sizes available) |
| Packing | Export pallet packing with PE protective wrapping and corner protection |
| Container Load Capacity | 14–17 tons per 20FT / Up to 25 tons per 40FT |
Why Choose This Product?
This SBS paperboard provides reliable stiffness, a pristine white surface, and exceptional printability, ensuring high-end brand presentation for packaging manufacturers. Its virgin fiber composition offers consistent quality and eco-friendly recyclability, making it a dependable choice for premium packaging projects.

Manufacturer Recommendation
Hongtu Scenery is a professional SBS paperboard manufacturer and supplier offering stable paperboard solutions globally. They provide custom specifications, OEM support, flexible trade terms (EXW, FOB, CIF), and a standard production lead time of 10–20 days. Samples and technical support are available to confirm material selection before production.
Sourcing Guide (FAQ)
1. What is the difference between SBS paperboard and recycled paperboard?
SBS paperboard is produced from bleached chemical pulp, while recycled paperboard is made from waste paper. SBS features a cleaner white surface and better printing performance, suitable for premium packaging.

2. What is the difference between SBS and FBB paperboard?
SBS is made from 100% virgin wood pulp with higher whiteness, better surface smoothness, and stronger printability. FBB (Folding Box Board) usually contains mechanical pulp layers and has lower whiteness compared to SBS.
3. Is SBS paperboard food grade?
SBS paperboard can be produced in food-contact compliant grades depending on coating and production requirements. However, this specific product is not food grade by default, while food-grade specifications can be customized upon request. It is eco-friendly and recyclable.

4. What does SBS stand for in paperboard?
SBS stands for Solid Bleached Sulfate, referring to a virgin fiber paperboard made from bleached chemical pulp.
5. What is the difference between SBS paperboard and chipboard?
SBS paperboard is made from virgin fibers with a smooth white surface and high print quality, while chipboard is made from recycled fibers and has lower surface quality and stiffness.

Summary
In summary, this SBS Paperboard (Ivory Board) combines premium aesthetics with robust performance, making it a top choice for cosmetic, gift, and luxury packaging. With customizable specifications and manufacturer support, it meets diverse packaging needs while ensuring excellent print results and structural integrity.
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