Canning and Fish Packaging Technology

Unit 13 - Paper and Board

13.1.5.1.1.Definition of carton
What is a carton?
Carton is defined as any holding receptacle made of carton board from about 250 microns (0.01”) to 1000 microns (0.04”) caliper or thickness. It can be of any shape and can involve any method of construction from glueing, folding, tucking stitching etc. This is not to be confused with a container which is constructed from solid fibre board having thickness of over 1000 microns (0.04”) caliper which is generally used as on outer case for transportation purposes from manufacturer to retail outlet.