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Waste & Recyclable Materials

Cardboard & Paper

First and second-grade white paper, book paper and standard cardboard baled and exported from Algeria to European and Turkish paper mills.

Cardboard & Paper

Technical sourcing and processing

Origin: Algeria.

Our standard cardboard sourcing focuses on high-quality recovered fiber, primarily categorized as Old Corrugated Containers (OCC). This material is selected for its high cellulose fiber length, which is essential for maintaining the structural integrity of recycled paper products. By maintaining a purity level between 95% and 99%, we ensure that the feedstock is largely free from prohibitive materials such as plastics, foils, and excessive waxes, allowing for efficient pulping and minimal waste during the recycling process.

Arzak Alae utilizes an extensive global network to source material from post-industrial and post-consumer streams. Each batch undergoes rigorous sorting and baling processes at modern recovery facilities. The resulting bales are highly compressed and wire-bound, optimized for international shipping density. This level of quality control ensures that our clients receive a consistent input material that meets international standards for moisture content and outthrow limits, reducing the need for additional on-site sorting.

The global demand for sustainable packaging has positioned standard cardboard as a critical commodity in the circular economy. Major paper mills and packaging manufacturers rely on steady volumes of OCC to produce new linerboard and corrugated mediums. Sourcing through a dedicated trading partner like Arzak Alae provides buyers with a stabilized supply chain, mitigating the volatility of the global scrap market. We manage the complexities of international trade, including quality inspections and maritime logistics, ensuring that the material arrives at your facility on time and within specification.

Typical buyers of this grade include large-scale pulp mills specializing in recycled content, industrial manufacturers producing protective packaging, and companies involved in the production of core and tube paperboard. By leveraging our logistics expertise, we can facilitate bulk shipments across major trade routes, providing the scale necessary for high-capacity industrial operations while maintaining a focus on environmental compliance and material traceability.

Available product grades

Technical specification sheet

Standard cardboard
ParameterValue
OriginAlgeria
Physical FormCompressed Bales
Grade / Purity95% - 99% (OCC Grade)
Moisture ContentMaximum 12%
Bale Weight450kg - 600kg per bale
Min. Order Quantity1x40' HC Container
IncotermsFOB, CIF, CFR
Loading PortAlgerian commercial ports
Old notebook/book paper
ParameterValue
OriginAlgeria
Physical FormCompacted Bales
Grade / Purity95% - 99% De-inkable Paper Fiber
Moisture Content< 10%
Contaminant Level< 1% (non-paper content)
Bale WeightApprox. 1,000 - 1,200 kg
PackagingWrapped (plastic/wire tie) Bales
Min. Order Quantity1 TEU (20-foot equivalent unit) / 20-22 MT
IncotermsFOB, CFR, CIF
Lead Time2-4 weeks (Ex-works to Port)
Loading PortAlgerian commercial ports
Second-grade printed white paper
ParameterValue
OriginAlgeria
Physical FormCompressed Bales
Grade / Purity95% - 99% (Post-consumer/Post-industrial printed white paper)
Moisture Content< 10%
Contaminant Level< 1% Non-paper impurities, < 5% Prohibitive materials
PackagingStandard export bales (approx. 800-1200 kg)
Min. Order Quantity1 FCL (Full Container Load)
IncotermsFOB, CFR, CIF (as per agreement)
Lead Time15-45 days post-confirmation (depending on origin/destination)
Loading PortAlgerian commercial ports
Recycled Paper (OCC Grade)
ParameterValue
OriginAlgeria
Physical FormCompressed Bales (Wire-bound)
Grade / PurityGrade A (OCC 11 / EN 643 1.05)
Moisture Content≤ 12% maximum
Bale Weightapprox. 450 – 650 kg
Min. Order Quantity1 x 40' HC (Approx. 24-26 MT)
Lead Time15-25 days upon confirmation
IncotermsCIF, CFR, FOB

Downstream applications

Logistics and loading

Loading ports

Ghazaouet, Oran, Arzew, Bethioua, Mostaganem, Ténès, Algiers, Dellys, Béjaïa, Djen Djen (Jijel), Skikda and Annaba. Port selection depends on cargo, terminal capability and available sailings. Inland loading and container stuffing can be arranged with the producer.

Incoterms

FOB, CFR and CIF. Ex-works collection is available for buyers with their own forwarder.

Packing

Bulk, big bags, baled or palletised depending on the material. Packing is confirmed in writing before the contract is signed.

Lead time

Typically 15 to 45 days from confirmed order, depending on grade, quantity and destination.

GhazaouetOranArzewBethiouaMostaganemTénèsAlgiersDellysBéjaïaDjen Djen (Jijel)SkikdaAnnaba

Trade documentation and compliance

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum order quantity?

One 40-foot container, roughly 20 to 25 metric tonnes, for containerised grades. Bulk vessel quantities are quoted separately.

Which Incoterms do you trade on?

FOB, CFR and CIF through Algeria’s commercial port network. The loading port is agreed according to cargo and available shipping services. Ex-works is possible where the buyer nominates a forwarder.

Do you supply third-party inspection?

Yes. SGS or an equivalent inspector can be appointed at loading at the buyer's request, with the report issued before shipment.

What documents come with a shipment?

Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin and the analysis or phytosanitary certificate the material requires.

How are samples handled?

Pre-shipment samples are couriered on request, against the buyer's account, before the contract is signed.

Other material streams

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