Industry Insights & Technical Expertise

Avoid costly mistakes when importing thermal paper rolls and labels. This pre-order checklist covers quality certifications, sample testing, MOQ negotiation, packaging specs, and documentation requirements for customs clearance.

Understand the full process from thermal coating chemistry to flexographic printing and slitting. This guide helps buyers evaluate supplier capabilities, specify print quality requirements, and avoid common defects in custom-printed thermal rolls.

European suppliers have exited the Russian market. This guide covers how Russian distributors can source BPA-free thermal paper rolls and labels from Chinese manufacturers, including payment methods, logistics routes, and GOST compliance documentation.

Geopolitical conflicts have triggered 15–30% price increases in thermal paper raw materials. This analysis explains the supply chain disruptions, which materials are most affected, and how import buyers can lock in stable pricing.

CBSA imposed a 282.1% anti-dumping duty on Chinese thermal paper rolls in January 2026. This guide explains which products are exempt, how to calculate your landed cost, and which suppliers hold valid duty exemptions.

Health Canada is tightening BPA restrictions. This compliance guide explains the difference between BPA-free and phenol-free thermal paper, which standard your business must meet, and how to verify supplier certifications before your next order.

Canadian retailers and restaurant owners are switching to BPA-free thermal paper — but most make costly mistakes when sourcing. This guide covers the 5 most common errors and how to avoid them when choosing receipt paper for Verifone, Ingenico, and Square terminals.

Not all thermal paper rolls work with every POS printer. This guide covers how to match paper width (57mm, 80mm, 76mm), core size, and coating type to your Epson, Star, Verifone, or Ingenico terminal — and what BPA-free means for your business.