Paper and Packaging Testing

Packaging Material Testing Services by Stellar Test House

Packaging plays a very important role in protecting products during storage, handling, transportation, and delivery. At Stellar Test House, we provide reliable and accurate packaging material testing services for industries looking to maintain quality, safety, and compliance standards. High-quality packaging materials help businesses reduce product damage, improve customer satisfaction, and maintain product safety standards. At our laboratory, we provide comprehensive testing services for paper, paperboard, corrugated boxes, films, laminated materials, adhesives, and other packaging products according to Indian and International standards.

The advanced testing facility at Stellar Test House ensures that packaging materials meet industry requirements for strength, durability, safety, and performance. We conduct a wide range of physical, mechanical, and environmental tests for packaging products used in industries such as FMCG, pharmaceuticals, food packaging, e-commerce, electronics, textiles, and industrial manufacturing.

We perform testing as per recognized standards including:

• Corrugated Fibreboard Box – IS: 13228:2016

• Paper & Paper Product – IS: 14490:2018

• ASTM Standards

• ISO Standards

• BS Standards

• IS Standards

Burst Strength Test

The Burst Strength Test is one of the most important quality tests for paper, solid board, and corrugated fibreboard materials. This test helps determine the pressure a material can withstand before rupturing or bursting. It measures the strength and durability of packaging materials under force and pressure.

Burst strength is generally expressed in kg/cm². A higher burst strength value indicates better resistance against external pressure during handling, stacking, and transportation.

This test is widely used in industries where packaging strength is critical for protecting products from damage. Manufacturers use burst strength testing to ensure the quality and consistency of corrugated boxes, cartons, and paper packaging materials.

Importance of Burst Strength Testing

• Evaluates the durability of paper and corrugated packaging

• Helps maintain packaging quality standards

• Reduces product damage during transportation

• Improves load-bearing performance of boxes

• Ensures compliance with industry specifications

Applications

• Corrugated fibreboard boxes

• Carton packaging

• Kraft paper

• Duplex boards

• Paper bags

• Industrial packaging materials

Test Method

• BS 3137

• BS 2922:1

• ISO 2758

• ISO 2759

Tensile Strength Test

The Tensile Strength Test helps determine the maximum force a material can withstand before breaking or rupturing. This mechanical test is commonly performed on paper, paperboard, plastics, laminated films, and flexible packaging materials.

During the test, the sample is stretched under controlled conditions until failure occurs. The material initially shows elastic behaviour and later breaks when the applied force exceeds its strength limit.

This test provides valuable information about the strength, elongation, flexibility, and durability of packaging materials. It also helps evaluate tear resistance and seal strength performance.

Benefits of Tensile Strength Testing

• Measures material strength and flexibility

• Determines elongation properties

• Assesses seal strength and tearing resistance

• Improves packaging reliability

• Helps manufacturers maintain product quality

Industries Using Tensile Testing

• Packaging industry

• Food packaging manufacturers

• Plastic film manufacturers

• Paper and board industries

• Pharmaceutical packaging

Test Method

• IS: 1060

Thermal Shock Test

The Thermal Shock Test evaluates the ability of packaging materials and products to withstand sudden temperature changes. During this test, samples are exposed to repeated cycles of extremely low and high temperatures within a very short period.

Thermal shock conditions often occur during shipping and storage when products move from warm warehouses to cold outdoor environments or vice versa. Rapid temperature changes can weaken packaging materials, damage seals, or affect product performance.

This test is highly important for industries where products travel through different climatic conditions during transportation.

Key Advantages of Thermal Shock Testing

• Assesses packaging stability under temperature variations

• Detects material cracking or deformation

• Improves transportation safety

• Helps maintain product integrity

• Ensures long-term packaging performance

Common Applications

• Electronics packaging

• Pharmaceutical packaging

• Food packaging

• Industrial equipment packaging

• Export packaging materials

Test Method

• BS EN 60068-2-14:2000

Vibration Test

The Vibration Test evaluates the ability of a package or product to withstand vibrations experienced during transportation, handling, and storage. During transit, packaging materials are exposed to continuous vibration caused by trucks, railways, ships, and aircraft.

This test simulates real transportation conditions to determine whether the packaging can protect the product from damage.

Vibration testing helps manufacturers identify weak points in packaging designs and improve product safety during shipment.

Objectives of Vibration Testing

• Simulates transportation conditions

• Reduces transit damage risks

• Improves packaging design performance

• Ensures product safety during shipping

• Evaluates package durability

Types of Vibration Environments

• Transportation environment

• Operating environment

• Storage environment

Test Method

• ASTM D999

• ASTM D3580

• ASTM D4728

• ISO 8318

• ISO 2247

• ISO 9022-10

• ISO 9022-15

• ISO 9022-19

Peel Test

The Peel Test is used to determine the peel strength and bonding quality between two adhered materials. This test is widely performed on laminated products, adhesive tapes, flexible packaging materials, labels, paper products, and plastic films.

The test measures the force required to separate bonded materials at a specified speed, angle, and distance. Strong peel strength indicates better adhesive performance and product reliability.

Peel testing plays a major role in validating packaging seals and adhesive applications used in medical, food, industrial, and consumer packaging.

Benefits of Peel Testing

• Evaluates adhesive bonding quality

• Measures seal strength performance

• Helps improve product durability

• Ensures packaging reliability

• Detects weak adhesion areas

Applications

• Flexible packaging

• Adhesive tapes

• Medical packaging

• Pressure-sensitive labels

• Laminated packaging materials

Test Method

• As per applicable ASTM / ISO standards and customer requirements

Edge Crush Test (ECT)

The Edge Crush Test helps determine the compressive strength of corrugated fibreboard and paperboard materials. This test measures the ability of corrugated board to resist crushing forces applied on the edges.

ECT values are very important for evaluating the stacking strength and load-bearing capacity of corrugated boxes. Higher ECT values provide stronger packaging performance and better protection during storage and transportation.

The test can be performed on different board combinations such as 3-ply, 5-ply, and 7-ply corrugated boards.

Importance of Edge Crush Testing

• Measures box compression strength

• Evaluates stacking performance

• Helps improve box design quality

• Reduces transportation damage

• Determines corrugated board durability

Related Tests

• Flat Crush Test

• Pin Adhesion Test

• Ring Crush Test

Applications

• Corrugated boxes

• Shipping cartons

• Industrial packaging

• Export packaging

Test Method

• As per applicable IS / ASTM / ISO standards

Adhesion Strength Test

The Adhesion Strength Test evaluates the bonding strength of adhesives, adhesive tapes, laminates, coatings, and pressure-sensitive materials. This test helps determine the holding power and bonding reliability of adhesive products.

Adhesion testing is essential for industries where strong bonding performance is required for product safety and durability. It is widely used in packaging, electronics, medical devices, cosmetics, automotive, and industrial applications.

Advantages of Adhesion Testing

• Measures bonding performance

• Evaluates holding strength of adhesive tapes

• Improves product reliability

• Detects coating adhesion failures

• Ensures consistent adhesive quality

Industries Served

• Packaging industry

• Medical device packaging

• Electronics industry

• Adhesive tape manufacturers

• Automotive applications

Test Method

• ASTM D3654

Bending Test for Boards

The Bending Test for Boards determines the bending strength and flexibility of boards and electronic substrates. Excessive bending stress can damage brittle materials and create cracks in sensitive components.

This test is especially important for printed circuit boards, ceramic capacitors, and rigid packaging boards used in electronic applications.

The test evaluates how much bending force a board can withstand before failure or cracking occurs.

Importance of Bending Testing

• Detects board weakness

• Prevents mechanical failures

• Improves product reliability

• Ensures durability of electronic components

• Evaluates board flexibility and strength

Applications

• Electronic boards

• Ceramic capacitors

• Packaging boards

• Industrial panels

Test Method

• As per applicable industry standards and customer specifications

Accelerated Aging Test

The Accelerated Aging Test is used to evaluate the long-term performance and shelf life of packaging materials and sterile barrier systems within a shorter testing period.

This test uses controlled temperature and humidity conditions to accelerate the aging process. The method is based on the Arrhenius Equation, which explains how increased temperature speeds up material degradation.

Accelerated aging testing helps manufacturers predict product stability, durability, and shelf-life performance.

Benefits of Accelerated Aging Testing

• Determines product shelf life

• Evaluates long-term packaging performance

• Improves storage reliability

• Assesses material degradation behaviour

• Supports quality assurance programs

Applications

• Medical device packaging

• Sterile barrier systems

• Pharmaceutical packaging

• Food packaging

• Industrial packaging products

Test Method

• As per applicable ASTM / ISO standards

Drop Dart Impact Test

The Drop Dart Impact Test measures the impact resistance of plastic films, laminated materials, and flexible sheets. In this test, a free-falling dart impacts the material under controlled conditions.

The test determines the weight required to cause failure in 50% of tested samples. This helps manufacturers evaluate the toughness and impact resistance of packaging films.

Impact resistance is an important property for packaging materials used in transportation and heavy-duty applications.

Advantages of Drop Dart Impact Testing

• Measures film toughness

• Evaluates puncture resistance

• Improves packaging durability

• Reduces material failure during handling

• Ensures product protection

Applications

• Plastic films

• Flexible packaging

• Laminated sheets

• Industrial packaging films

Test Method

• ASTM D1709

Tear Testing

The Tear Test determines the force required to propagate a tear in paper, cardboard, plastics, woven fabrics, and non-woven materials. It evaluates the tearing resistance and durability of packaging materials.

Tear resistance is an important quality parameter because packaging materials often face stress during handling and transportation.

This test is completed quickly and provides accurate data for quality control and product development.

Importance of Tear Testing

• Measures tear resistance performance

• Improves packaging durability

• Reduces packaging failure risks

• Helps maintain product quality

• Supports material comparison and development

Applications

• Paper and paperboard

• Plastic packaging films

• Corrugated materials

• Textile packaging products

• Laminated packaging materials

Test Method

• IS: 1060

Why Choose Stellar Test House for Packaging Material Testing?

Stellar Test House offers reliable, accurate, and standards-based testing solutions for packaging materials and products. We use advanced instruments and experienced professionals to deliver precise testing results.

Our Key Strengths

• Advanced testing equipment

• Experienced technical team

• Fast and accurate reports

• Testing as per IS, ASTM, ISO, and BS standards

• Customized testing solutions

• Quality assurance support for manufacturers

At Stellar Test House, we help manufacturers, exporters, suppliers, and packaging companies ensure product safety, durability, and compliance with national and international standards.

For professional packaging material testing services, contact Stellar Test House today and get trusted testing support for paper, corrugated boxes, flexible packaging, adhesives, and industrial packaging materials.