Custom Wax Paper
The wax is the point and also the limitation. A thin layer of paraffin or soy on both sides makes wax paper genuinely moisture proof, which nothing uncoated manages. It also puts heat off the table. We supply a lot of wax paper at ZEE Packaging and being clear about that trade off saves problems later.
Moisture Proof, Not Heat Proof
Wax paper does one thing extremely well.
- The wax layer blocks moisture in both directions
- Nothing sticks to it, which suits confectionery
- It stays flexible in a fridge rather than cracking
- Food does not dry out behind a waxed barrier
- Wax paper melts under heat, so ovens are out
- It costs less than most coated options
Most confectioners use wax paper because nothing releases as cleanly from a sugar based product.
Where It Absolutely Cannot Go
Being blunt about this matters more than selling it.
- Never in an oven, at any temperature
- Never in a smoker or near a grill
- Never under a heat lamp for long
- Melted wax transfers straight onto the food
- Parchment is the right call for anything baked
- Butcher paper is the right call for smoking
- Pre cut sheets the standard wax paper we supply
- Interleaving sheets separating sticky product
- Wrap sheets for confectionery and cold items
- Roll format for sites cutting their own lengths
- Printed wax paper a logo repeat across the sheet
- Bulk case packs for high volume production
Sizes We Run Regular
Every sheet of wax paper is cut to your use, though these run often:
- 12" x 12" for general wrapping
- 10" x 10" for confectionery and small items
- 8" x 8" for interleaving between layers
- 15" x 15" for larger products
- 12" x 16" for tray lining
- Custom sizes cut to your trays
Paper And Coating
- Food grade certified stock throughout
- Paraffin or soy wax coating on both faces
- 30gsm to 40gsm base paper depending on use
- Unbleached natural brown or bleached white
- Soy wax where you want a plant based coating
- Food safe ink, since wax paper touches product
Soy is worth asking about. Soy wax paper performs almost identically to paraffin, it is plant derived rather than petroleum based, and the cost gap is small.
Where It Ends Up
- Wax paper is not curbside recyclable, and we say so
- Soy waxed grades are compostable in commercial systems
- Paraffin is petroleum derived, which we flag honestly
- FSC certified base paper, certificate on request
- Greaseproof is greener where heat is not involved
- Right sized sheets so less gets wasted per order
We would rather point you to greaseproof than sell wax paper you do not need.
How An Order Runs With Us
- 100 unit minimum, so a small producer can order
- Free proof before any printed wax paper runs
- Free artwork setup by our designer
- Physical sample on request, tested on your product
- Urgent turnaround at 5 to 8 business days
- Free worldwide shipping, nothing hidden
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the wax paper?
Rough estimate is $0.01 to $0.05 per sheet plain, $0.03 to $0.08 one color and $0.05 to $0.13 full color at moderate volume. Shipping is included. This is estimate only, so ask us for a exact quote.
Can wax paper go in an oven?
No, never. The wax melts and transfers onto the food, so use parchment for anything baked.
Is wax paper the same as greaseproof?
No. Greaseproof is calendered with no coating, whereas wax paper carries an actual wax layer.
Paraffin or soy wax?
Soy for a plant based coating and commercial compostability. Paraffin costs less and performs much the same.
Will it crack in a fridge?
Not normally. Wax paper stays flexible when chilled, which is one reason confectioners use it.
Is wax paper recyclable?
Not curbside, and we would not claim otherwise. Soy waxed grades compost commercially though.
Can wax paper be printed?
Yes, with food safe ink under the wax layer. Print applied over wax does not hold.
