Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What does PCW mean on paper options?
Answer
PCW stands for Post-Consumer Waste. It refers to paper and materials that people have already used and then recycled, which are processed back into new paper stock rather than being made from fresh virgin fiber.
- Describes recycled content that comes from used consumer products.
- A higher PCW percentage means more recycled material and less virgin fiber.
- Often listed as a percentage, such as 30 percent or 100 percent PCW.
- A useful signal when you want a more sustainable, eco-conscious paper choice.
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