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THE 30-SECOND VERSION

  • Bakery tissue is a lightweight option for handling and lightly wrapping baked goods.
  • Wax deli paper provides greater moisture resistance for wrapping, lining, and separating food.
  • Interfolded sheets support quick, one-at-a-time dispensing.
  • Match the sheet dimensions to the product to reduce excess material use.
  • Compare the number of sheets per case—not just the case price.

WHY THE PAPER TYPE MATTERS

Bakery tissue and wax deli paper may look similar, but their construction and intended uses are different. Choosing the right product can improve handling, protect presentation, and control supply costs.

Begin with the task. Handling a dry cookie at the counter requires less coverage and moisture resistance than wrapping a large, buttery pastry.

BAKERY TISSUE VS. WAX DELI PAPER

Specification Bakery tissue Wax deli paper
Primary use Handling and lightly wrapping baked goods Wrapping, lining, separating, and handling food
Construction Lightweight tissue Wax-coated paper
Moisture resistance Best for relatively dry, short-contact tasks Better suited to moisture and oils
Available BuyRight sizes 6" × 10.75" Multiple widths from 6" to 15"
Case quantity 10,000 sheets Typically 6,000 sheets

WHAT IS BAKERY TISSUE?

BuyRight Supply carries McNairn Bakery Tissue in 6" × 10.75" sheets. Its lightweight construction makes it useful for picking up cookies, doughnuts, pastries, and other relatively dry baked goods.

Each case contains 10 packs of 1,000 sheets, providing 10,000 sheets total.

Bakery tissue may be a good choice when:

  • The paper is primarily used for handling food.
  • The product is relatively dry.
  • Only light wrapping or separation is required.
  • A compact sheet provides enough coverage.

It should not automatically replace wax-coated paper when moisture or oil resistance is important.

WHAT IS WAX DELI PAPER?

Wax deli paper has a coating that helps resist moisture. It can be used to wrap pastries, line containers, separate items, and handle foods containing more moisture or oil.

BuyRight offers McNairn Wax Deli Paper in the following options:

Color Sheet size
White 8" × 10.75"
White 12" × 10.75"
Kraft 12" × 10.75"

These options are packaged in 12 packs of 500 sheets, providing 6,000 sheets per case.

UNDERSTANDING INTERFOLDED SHEETS

BuyRight also offers Norpak Logan Wrap Deli Wax Paper in an interfolded format. When one sheet is removed, the next is positioned for easy access. This supports faster, one-at-a-time dispensing at busy service counters.

Available sheet sizes include:

  • 6" × 10.75"
  • 8" × 10.75"
  • 10" × 10.75"
  • 12" × 10.75"
  • 15" × 10.75"

Each size is packaged in 12 packs of 500 sheets, or 6,000 sheets per case.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE

Choose the smallest sheet that provides enough coverage for the task. An oversized sheet can create bulky folds and increase material use, while a sheet that is too small may require employees to use two.

Test whether the sheet can:

  • Cover the necessary food-contact area
  • Fold around the product without excessive overlap
  • Fit inside the intended box, tray, or container
  • Dispense easily at the workstation

QUICK TIP

Compare costs by the number of sheets rather than by case price alone. Divide the case price by the total sheet count, then calculate the cost per 1,000 sheets.

Also consider actual usage. A more expensive sheet may cost less per order if its size and construction prevent employees from using multiple sheets.

COMMON MISTAKE

Do not assume bakery tissue, wax deli paper, and patty paper are interchangeable. BuyRight’s 5.5" × 5.5" white patty paper is designed primarily for separating formed foods during storage, not for wrapping most bakery products.

Always match the paper’s construction, size, and intended use to the task.

FINAL SELECTION CHECKLIST

  • The paper type matches the application.
  • The sheet provides enough coverage.
  • Moisture and oil exposure have been considered.
  • The format works at the dispensing station.
  • Total sheets per case have been confirmed.
  • The paper has been tested with the actual product.

KEY TAKEAWAY

Bakery tissue is a lightweight choice for handling relatively dry baked goods. Wax deli paper offers greater moisture resistance and more size options for wrapping, lining, and separating food. Interfolded sheets can also make dispensing faster and more controlled.

Selecting the right paper type and size can improve bakery operations while reducing unnecessary material use. Explore BuyRight Supply’s bakery supplies and food wraps to compare available options.