The industrial chain of the label coated paper industry is a relatively complete and complex system, which involves multiple links from raw material procurement, production and processing to final product sales. The following is a detailed analysis of the tag coated paper industry chain:
First, upstream industry
1. Procurement of raw materials
Pulp: Pulp is one of the main raw materials for the production of coated paper. Sources of pulp include wood pulp, waste pulp and so on. Wood pulp usually comes from wood processing plants, while waste pulp comes from paper recycling systems. The quality and cost of pulp directly affect the production cost and product quality of coated paper.
Chemicals: Various chemicals need to be added in the production process, such as fillers, adhesives, sizing agents, dyes, etc., to improve the physical properties and printability of paper.
Second, midstream industry
Production and processing
Paper mill: Paper mill is the core link of coated paper industry chain. The paper mill will purchase the pulp and chemicals mixed in a certain proportion, through the paper equipment to make coated paper base paper. Subsequently, the base paper is coated, dried, calendered and other processes to form a smooth surface, high gloss coated paper.
Coating process: Coating is one of the key steps in the production of coated paper. The coating is evenly coated on the surface of the base paper by the coating machine to improve the gloss, smoothness and printability of the paper.
Environmental protection and quality control: With the improvement of environmental awareness and the increase in consumer requirements for product quality, paper mills need to strictly comply with environmental regulations in the production process, strengthen quality control, and ensure that products meet the relevant standards and customer requirements.
Third, downstream industries
1. Printing and packaging industry
Printing plant: Printing plant is one of the main users of coated paper. Printing plants use coated paper for the production of various printed materials, such as book covers, picture albums, posters, hangtags, etc. Coated paper is favored by the printing industry because of its excellent printability.
Packaging industry: Packaging industry is also one of the important application areas of coated paper. Coated paper can be used to make a variety of high-grade packaging materials, such as gift boxes, cosmetic boxes, food packaging and so on.
2. End consumption market
Retailers and brands: Eventually, printed materials and packaging materials made of coated paper enter the retail market and are used by brands for product display and sales. The quality of these printed and packaging materials directly affects consumers' purchasing decisions and brand image.
Fourth, industrial chain characteristics
Technology-intensive: coated paper production involves complex processes and equipment, and has high technical requirements.
Environmental pressure: With the increasingly stringent environmental regulations, the coated paper industry is facing increasing environmental pressure. Enterprises need to continuously upgrade technology and equipment, reduce energy consumption and emissions, in order to achieve sustainable development.
Fierce market competition: the coated paper market competition is fierce, and many enterprises at home and abroad compete for market share. Enterprises need to enhance competitiveness by means of technological innovation, improving product quality and service level.
To sum up, the industrial chain of the tag coated paper industry is a complex system involving raw material procurement, production and processing, printing and packaging and terminal consumption. In this industry chain, each link is closely linked and mutual influence, jointly promoting the development of coated paper industry.