# DS Smith
> British packaging company.

- Canonical entity: https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214
- Website listed in the source snapshot: https://dssmith.com/
- Category: [Businesses](https://directory.readyscan.ai/directory/businesses)
- Machine record: https://directory.readyscan.ai/discovery/entities/ds-smith-q5206214.json
- Material fingerprint: fnv1a64:6f68ac1d81bd3db1
- Entity revision: fnv1a64:c1054aa4d24b704b
- Published: 2026-10-21
- Modified: 2026-10-21

## Questions & answers
### [What is containerboard, and how is it used?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-9cb5ae53e90a58b470ee)
“Containerboard is the collective term for paper grades such as white liner, brown liner, kraftliners, fluting and coated papers. It is primarily used in the production of corrugated packaging.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

### [What are speciality papers, and how do they differ from containerboard?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-fa40cca23e8e7085d00b)
“Speciality papers include grades such as plasterboard liner, grey board, white board and solid board. These are designed for applications beyond corrugated packaging, such as construction, bookbinding and industrial uses.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

### [Are DS Smith papers FSC® certified?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-c1f29ce7a259ff89be86)
“Yes. Many of our paper grades, including containerboard and speciality papers, can be supplied as FSC® certified, guaranteeing they are sourced from responsibly managed forests.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

### [Are your papers made from recycled fibres?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-776db549d22b3e6796a5)
“Yes. All DS Smith paper products are made from 100% recycled or sustainably sourced fibres, supporting a circular economy.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

### [Can I order paper products in different weights and specifications?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-16c6beaac9b09ca720fd)
“Yes. DS Smith manufactures a wide range of paper grades in various grammages and specifications. Our technical team can help identify the right grade for your application.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

### [Where are DS Smith’s paper mills located?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-d82034c735431ebcd096)
“We operate a network of paper mills across Europe, enabling local supply, reduced transport emissions, and reliable availability for our customers.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

### [What technical support do you provide alongside paper products?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/ds-smith-q5206214#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-119569196ed419b0-a-440d8ae1dc629039e477)
“Our team offers technical services including supply chain optimisation, vendor-managed inventory, and customer-specific trials to ensure optimal performance.”
Sources: https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products

## Company sources
- [DS Smith website](https://dssmith.com/) — dssmith.com
- [dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products](https://www.dssmith.com/products-services/paper-products) — dssmith.com · [Related Ready Scan knowledge](https://readyscan.ai/sources/source-5d2902ac96e8ea1a)
- [wikidata.org/wiki/Special:EntityData/Q5206214.json](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Special:EntityData/Q5206214.json?revision=2517719072) — wikidata.org · [Related Ready Scan knowledge](https://readyscan.ai/sources/source-0a5062ddd2ba9bc5)

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