Thermal Paper Rolls
hermal paper rolls are the essential medium for printing receipts, invoices and tickets through electronic cash registers, POS terminals and thermal printers. MARA Cartotecnica offers a complete catalog of approved, certified thermal rolls, available in various formats and weights to suit every device and industry — from restaurants to retail, from large-scale distribution to logistics.
All our rolls are made in Italy using high-quality thermal paper, ensuring sharp printing, long-lasting durability and full compatibility with leading printer and cash register brands. For those seeking an environmentally friendly solution, we also offer certified, phenol-free recyclable thermal paper rolls.
Custom-Printed Receipts
Rolls custom-printed with your logo and promotional messages, up to 6 colors. Turn every receipt into a communication tool for your brand.
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BLUE4EST Recyclable Thermal Paper
Eco-friendly rolls in light blue paper, phenol-free and ATICELCA certified. Can be disposed of in paper recycling, recognized by COMIECO.
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Cash Register Rolls
Approved thermal paper in 80x80, 80x60 and 57x40 mm formats, compatible with all leading electronic cash registers. Sharp, long-lasting printing.
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POS Rolls
Compact 57x30 and 57x40 mm formats for fixed and portable payment terminals, also available coreless for NEXI devices.
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Rolls for ATMs and Kiosks
Thermal paper rolls for automated teller machines, queue-ticket totems and self-service kiosks. Various widths and lengths for heavy-duty use.
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Thermal Rolls for Scales
Adhesive and continuous paper rolls for electronic scales and department printers. Compatible with Bizerba, Mettler Toledo, Digi and Ishida.
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Rolls for Portable Printers
Compact formats, also coreless, for mobile thermal printers. Ideal for couriers, field agents and mobile logistics workers.
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Recyclable White Thermal Paper
White just like a classic receipt, but 100% recyclable and phenol-free. ATICELCA certified, packaged without plastic. Safe for the operator.
View productHow to choose the right thermal paper roll
Choosing the right thermal roll depends on several factors: the printer or cash register model used, daily print volume, and the specific needs of your industry. Here are the main elements to consider:
Format and dimensions: each device requires a specific format. The most common sizes are 80×80 mm for cash registers and 57×30 mm for POS terminals. Always check your device’s specifications before purchasing.
Weight: a higher paper weight ensures greater durability and print longevity. The standard weight is 48 g/m², but 55 g/m² options are also available for longer-lasting storage needs.
Cored or coreless: standard rolls have an internal cardboard or plastic core. Coreless rolls are designed for portable POS units and NEXI devices, offering more paper length for the same footprint.
Recyclable thermal paper: BLUE4EST thermal paper rolls and phenol-free white thermal paper are assessed as recyclable with paper according to the Aticelca® MC 501:2023 Method, and can be disposed of in paper recycling according to your local council’s rules. Find out how to recognize and correctly dispose of the receipt in our dedicated article: The receipt becomes recyclable: phenol-free thermal paper enters paper recycling.
Approved thermal rolls: what it means and why it matters
Thermal paper approval is a still-current requirement certifying that the product is suitable for use with the printers and electronic cash registers on the market. Although the introduction of the electronic cash register (Registratore Telematico) means receipts no longer carry fiscal value, approval remains a guarantee of quality for the consumer.
ll thermal paper rolls distributed by MARA Cartotecnica are duly approved. The approval renewal requirement, which occurs every 5 years, is the manufacturer’s responsibility and involves no cost for the retailer or end user. The paper’s quality itself has a 10-year shelf life from printing, provided it is stored in a cool, dry place away from light and heat sources.
Which industries are thermal paper rolls suited to
Thermal rolls are used across a wide range of commercial and professional sectors. In restaurants and retail, they’re used for receipts and order tickets; in large-scale distribution, for scales and department printers; in logistics and transport, for shipping labels and receipts; in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, for tickets and reports. The range of available formats makes them suitable for any operational need.
Thermal Paper Rolls FAQ
Normally in general waste, unless it carries the registered recyclability mark on the back (RECYCLE WITH PAPER – PHENOL FREE). In that case, it can go into paper recycling as indicated by COMIECO.
Yes, there are two types: BLUE4EST recyclable thermal paper in light blue, and white, phenol-free thermal paper, which has obtained recyclability certification from ATICELCA.
Yes, the requirement for thermal paper approval is still currently in force. Approval is a means of guaranteeing product quality.
The expiry date refers to the paper’s approval, not its quality, which remains valid for 10 years from printing if stored correctly.
In a cool, dry place away from light and heat sources, to prevent the paper from deteriorating or darkening.
Rolls without an internal plastic or cardboard core. Used for NEXI POS terminals and some portable POS and printer models.
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Besides thermal paper rolls, MARA Cartotecnica specializes in providing complete wrapping and labeling solutions. If your business needs to protect products during shipping or storage, explore our range of packaging paper: from kraft paper to cushionpaper and tissue pack systems, every solution is entirely paper-recyclable and designed to replace less sustainable materials such as bubble wrap. For those who need to identify, track or label their products, we offer a wide selection of thermal and vellum adhesive labels, available in various formats, adhesives and materials, compatible with the most widely used thermal transfer and direct thermal printers on the market.
