FAQs

Please contact us via our inquiry form or by phone (+81-3-5281-0811).
After reviewing your request, our General Affairs and Human Resources Department will provide further guidance.

From a community support perspective, we strive to cooperate within a reasonable scope.
Please contact us via the inquiry form with details such as the intended use, required quantity, and timing.

"YUPO" is derived from the combination of "YU" from Mitsubishi Petrochemical Co., Ltd. (now Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation), "O" from Oji Paper Co., Ltd. (now Oji Holdings Corporation), and the "P" from Paper.

The company was established on May 10, 1969.

Our head office is located at: Shin-Ochanomizu Building 15F, 4-3 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan. Our Kashima Plant and R&D Technical Center are located at: 23 Towada, Kamisu-shi, Ibaraki 314-0102, Japan.

Our corporate philosophy is "YUPO Centennial Declaration," which consists of three elements: mission, vision, and values. Our mission is "Enhancing Lives for All." For more details, please refer to our corporate information page.

Since its founding, YUPO Co., Ltd. has considered solving social issues to be one of its core missions. We are committed to developing environmentally friendly production technologies and products, reducing CO₂ emissions, promoting recycling, and preventing environmental pollution. For more details, please refer to our Sustainability page.

The main differences lie in raw materials and properties. Regular paper is primarily made from wood pulp, whereas synthetic paper is made from synthetic resins. As a result, synthetic paper offers superior water resistance, durability, and chemical resistance. It has a paper-like appearance and can be printed on or written on depending on the application.

YUPO is a registered trademark of YUPO Co., Ltd. and represents our brand of creative substrates. It combines the printability and writability of paper with the water resistance and durability of film, making it suitable for a wide range of applications such as posters, labels, maps, and menus.

YUPO itself is almost odorless.
However, printed materials produced using oil-based offset printing with YUPO-specific inks may have a slight odor derived from the ink.
For applications where odor is a concern, please consider laminating the printed surface.

YUPO and YUPO Matte QJJ comply with the standards for food-contact materials (utensils, containers, and packaging) as specified by Japan's Ministry of Health Notification No. 370 (1959), excluding acidic foods with a pH of 5 or lower.
However, please avoid using it if there is a possibility of contact with acidic foods (e.g., through secondary use).
Additionally, suitability for food applications and hygiene control during printing and processing should be evaluated for each specific use case.

Some individuals may perceive a bitter taste if YUPO is licked.
This is due to surface treatment agents and is not harmful to the human body.
However, as YUPO is not a food product, it should not be eaten or licked.
If there are concerns about bitterness in food packaging applications, consider applying a film laminate.

Please request samples via our sample request form.
For small-quantity purchases, you may also use our online stores such as "Paper mall" and "Paper & Goods."

We do not sell directly.
Depending on your application and specifications, we can guide you to appropriate distributors.
For small-quantity purchases, our online stores "Paper mall" and "Paper & Goods" are also available.

Yes, YUPO is available internationally.
YUPO Co., Ltd. has a global sales network with operations in the United States, Europe, China, and India.
Please contact us with your country and intended application.

YUPO is broadly available in roll products and sheet products.
Sheet products include both standard stock items and made-to-order items, while roll products are generally made to order.
Available sizes vary depending on the product, so please contact us for details.

The material itself is relatively stable against alcohol.
However, printed or converted products may be affected depending on ink, surface treatment, and laminate specifications.
If alcohol cleaning is expected, please conduct prior evaluation before use.

YUPO has a proven track record in outdoor applications.
However, weather resistance and printing surface durability vary depending on environmental conditions, display period, ink, and laminate specifications.
For long-term outdoor use or harsh environments, the use of weather-resistant inks and laminates is recommended.

YUPO Octopus is a micro-adhesion sheet with a suction layer applied to one side, allowing it to be repeatedly attached and removed from smooth surfaces.
It leaves minimal adhesive residue and is commonly used for POP materials, posters, and in-store displays.
Suitability may vary depending on the substrate and usage environment, so prior evaluation is recommended.

YUPO in-mold labeling (IM-L) is a labeling method in which the label is integrated with the plastic container during the molding process.
This eliminates the need for a separate labeling step and facilitates recycling together with the container.
It is widely used for containers such as shampoo bottles, hand soap, and detergents.

YUPO has been used in reflective sheet applications.
However, reflectivity varies depending on products, thickness, and measurement conditions.
Please contact us with your specific requirements so we can recommend suitable products.

For household disposal, please follow your local municipality's plastic waste separation rules.
Materials generated through business activities must be treated as industrial waste.
YUPO does not emit harmful substances when incinerated.

Yes, YUPO can be recycled.
Its primary material, polypropylene, is relatively easy to recycle.
For example, in label applications such as shampoo bottles, it may be recyclable together with the container.

For applications with a strong focus on environmental considerations, we can offer products such as YUPO Air, which helps reduce plastic usage.
We will recommend suitable products based on your required performance and environmental objectives.

Yes, in some cases we can evaluate the impact on plastic usage and CO₂ emissions when switching from your current materials to YUPO.
Please contact us with details of your current specifications and application conditions.

Since YUPO is primarily made from polypropylene resin, it is classified under the plastic identification mark (plastic recycling label), not as paper.

Yes, we can provide consultation on recycling in collaboration with our partner companies, depending on collection conditions and waste characteristics.
Please contact us with details such as application, volume, and discharge method.

Yes. Depending on the product and application, we offer marks such as the "Biomass Blend Film Mark" for products containing biomass-derived resins, and the "Reduce Plastic Film Mark" for cases where plastic usage is reduced by switching to YUPO.
Use of these marks requires confirmation of guidelines and prior application.

AIS for major products can be obtained from our AIS download form.
If you cannot find the product you are looking for, please contact your business partner or our inquiry desk.

YUPO is not compatible with standard office copiers or convenience store laser printers, as high temperatures may cause deformation.
Some specific models may support compatible products, so please contact us for details based on your application.

Yes. As YUPO has different characteristics from conventional paper, it is important to consider factors such as ink type, drying time, pre-treatment, and spray powder.
Please refer to our "Printing" and "Converting" pages before use.

We offer grades specifically designed for wide-format inkjet printers.
Laser printers generally operate at high temperatures and are not recommended; however, some low-temperature models may be compatible.
Please contact us with details of your printer model and application.

Yes. Except for certain products (such as YUPO Super-Fast Dry), YUPO-specific inks are generally required.
For more information, please refer to our "Printing" page.

Yes. Considerations vary depending on the process, including cutting, folding/creasing, die-cutting, binding, lamination, and adhesives.
Please refer to our "Converting" page for detailed guidance.

Yes. Providing details such as the type of printed material, quantity, printing method, and intended usage environment will help us recommend suitable products and precautions.
Please contact us via the inquiry form.

YUPO is not intended for high-temperature applications.
If you plan to use it in lighting equipment, individual evaluation is required based on heat conditions, structure, and safety requirements.
Please contact us in advance.

Yes, this is possible.
We can recommend suitable products and printing methods based on your application.
For long-term use, periodic replacement or protection of the printed surface may be required.
Please contact us with your usage conditions.

Yes, this is possible.
Suitable products, such as YUPO Face Stock or YUPO Octopus, vary depending on the application.
Please contact us with details of the substrate, usage environment, and printing method.

Products such as YUPO Matte FGS have been used for alcohol ink art applications.
Since the final result varies depending on thickness and surface properties, we can recommend suitable options based on your desired outcome.
We recommend evaluating samples beforehand.

Yes, folding is possible.
However, due to its tendency to spring back, it is necessary to optimize creasing and pressure conditions.
Please confirm appropriate processing conditions based on your application.

Yes, it is compatible with various binding methods, including perfect binding and saddle stitching.
However, the optimal method depends on the application and specifications.
For wet environments, specific precautions--such as the use of stainless steel wire--may be required.

Yes. We can provide consultation on various converting processes, including coating and lamination with other materials.
Please contact us with details of the materials, processing method, and application requirements.

Our "Converting" page provides detailed information on processes such as cutting, folding/creasing, die-cutting, embossing/foil stamping, binding, lamination, and adhesives.

Our "Printing" page provides information on printability, recommended inks, pre-print preparation, precautions for different printing methods, surface protection, and troubleshooting.

Our support information page includes FAQs, printing guidance, converting guidance, AIS downloads, and more.
Please refer to the relevant sections based on your needs.