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Paper Specification · Specialty Papers

Yupo

Yupo is a synthetic paper made from polypropylene resin. It feels like paper, resists water and tearing, and has good bending strength. It is fully recyclable and tree-free, contains no toxins, heavy metals or softening agents, and has been developed since 1970 for general graphics, maps, packaging, labels, bags and communication work. Yupo Octopus is a self-cling grade that uses micro suction, holds on smooth surfaces like glass, acrylic and metal, and leaves no glue residue when removed.

S-Grade comes in 85, 116, 158, 200 and 234gsm, Ultra in 116 and 158gsm, Tack at 70gsm, Trace at 91gsm and Alpha QJJ at 390gsm. Octopus is listed as a printed sample, with no weight given.

Procurement & Turnaround

Available to order per confirmed project. Standard turnaround: generally 7–14 working days.

Yupo is a polypropylene synthetic paper that feels like paper, resists water and tearing and has good bending strength. It is fully recyclable and tree-free. Grades include S-Grade, Ultra, Tack, Trace, Alpha QJJ and the self-cling Octopus, with weights from 70 to 390gsm.

Technical Specification

Yupo substrate specifications.

Grammages, shades and the features stated for this paper. Sheets are sourced for each confirmed order and cut to the job.

Substrate SpecificationYupo

Technical data sheet: Yupo specification and physical properties.

CollectionSpecialty Papers
Grammages70GSM, 85GSM, 91GSM, 116GSM, 158GSM, 200GSM, 234GSM, 390GSM
ShadesYupo Octopus (Printed sample), Yupo Alpha QJJ, Yupo S-Grade, Yupo Ultra, Yupo Tack, Yupo Trace
Weights by shade
  • Yupo Alpha QJJ: 390GSM
  • Yupo S-Grade: 85GSM, 116GSM, 158GSM, 200GSM, 234GSM
  • Yupo Tack: 70GSM
  • Yupo Trace: 91GSM
  • Yupo Ultra: 116GSM, 158GSM
TurnaroundGenerally 7–14 working days

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about Yupo.

Does Yupo resist water and tearing?

Yes. It is made from polypropylene resin, resists water and tearing, and still feels like paper. It also has good bending strength and is fully recyclable.

How does Yupo Octopus stick without glue?

Octopus is a self-cling grade that uses micro suction. It holds on smooth surfaces like glass, acrylic and metal and leaves no glue residue when it is removed. It is listed as a printed sample.

Which weights does each Yupo grade come in?

S-Grade comes in 85, 116, 158, 200 and 234gsm, and Ultra in 116 and 158gsm. Tack is 70gsm, Trace is 91gsm and Alpha QJJ is 390gsm. No weight is listed for Octopus.

Quote your project on Yupo.

Every job is quoted from its specification — stock, quantity, sides, finish, size and deadline.

  • Quantity
  • Stock — or the feel you want, if you do not know the stock
  • Sides printed
  • Finish
  • Flat and finished size
  • The deadline

Artwork is welcome but not required to start. Email sales@ezprint.com.sg if you would rather attach files.