Koehler Paper's Creative Board Earns Nordic Swan Ecolabel Certification

PAPER INDUSTRY NEWS

Jino John

12/3/20251 min read

Koehler Paper's "Creative Board" recycled paper products, made from 100% secondary fibers, have achieved certification with the prestigious Nordic Swan Ecolabel in the Copy and Printing Paper category. Recognized as one of the world's strictest sustainability seals from the Nordic countries, the label verifies compliance with rigorous environmental, sustainability, and pollutant restriction criteria. This milestone enhances the product's appeal for applications in packaging, printing, design, brochures, book covers, and luxury packaging.​

Udo Hollbach, Managing Director of Koehler Paper's Greiz mill, emphasized the certification's role in the company's sustainability strategy, providing customers a reliable guide for ethical consumption and underscoring commitment to eco-friendly papermaking. Available in bright, intensive colors with machine-finished or embossed surfaces, Creative Board supports offset, screen, laser, and inkjet printing, catering to creative industries seeking high-quality recycled options.​

The Nordic Swan Ecolabel bolsters Koehler's market position in premium recycled papers, fostering trust among buyers while contributing to climate protection through reduced resource use. Suitable for professional converters, printers, and designers, the certification confirms superior environmental performance across the product lifecycle. This development aligns with global demands for verifiable green papers in competitive sectors.