OCC Grade 11

About OCC Grade 11

OCC Grade 11 (Standard OCC): This is the most common industry standard. It consists of used corrugated boxes and containers with kraft, jute, or test-liner facings. It allows a maximum of 5% combined outthrows (other paper types) and prohibitive materials

• Accepted Material: 100% corrugated cartons, cardboard trimmings, and boxes with kraft, jute, or test liners.

• Prohibited Materials (Max 1%): Metal (except staples), plastic, glass, wood, rubber, wet strength paper, and hazardous or medical waste.

• Outthrows / Other Papers (Max 5%): Boxboard, writing paper, or Asian OCC depending on regional ISRI Specifications. [1, 2]

Physical & Moisture Specifications

• Maximum Moisture Content: 8% to 12% maximum (ideal for indoor storage).
• Bale Weight: Minimum 300 kg (660 lbs), with an optimal weight around 800 kg (1,760 lbs).
• Banning / Ties: Secured using steel wire ties only (no plastic banding or pallets). [1, 2]

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Why Choose OCC Grade 11 for Recycling?

OCC Grade 11 is widely favored in the recycling and packaging industry due to its superior purity (92%-95% corrugated paper) and controlled contamination levels. Its baled and compressed form makes handling and transportation efficient. With a minimal odor profile and stable moisture content below 12%, this grade ensures consistent results in paper recycling plants and box manufacturing applications, leading to higher-quality end-products.


Quality Standards and Packaging

Each OCC Grade 11 bale is wire-tied, uniformly compacted, and typically measures around 1-1.2 meters in length. The product's color is naturally brown with occasional printed or colored areas, depending on source. Composed of standard double-wall corrugated boxes (3-8 mm thick), these bales conform to international trading standards, ensuring reliability and ease of integration into existing recycling processes.