Paper Stock

Made of high-quality paper, typically with a coated finish.

Lower cost, natural feel, easy to process and quickly destroy.

Small to medium-sized casinos, high-security scenarios with extremely short lifespans (e.g., only 8 hours).

Plastic/PVC

Made of 100% plastic material, such as PVC or cellulose acetate.

Extremely durable, waterproof, highly wear-resistant, suitable for extended use.

Long-running games, home entertainment (less common in casinos for 100% plastic).

Barcoded Cards

Invisible or microscopic barcodes printed on the card edges or back, usually requiring a shuffling/dealing machine for scanning and identification.

Machine recognition, verification of deck sequence, prevention of human collusion.

Wangjing Cards, Shanghai Yaoji Playing Cards

Invisible UV Barcode

Barcodes printed with invisible UV ink, only visible under specific ultraviolet light.

Highest level of anti-cheating measure, used in high-limit rooms and VIP tables.

Cartamundi

RFID Chip-Implanted

A miniature Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip is embedded within each playing card.

Real-time tracking of each card's location, precise recording of game data, prevention of deck substitution.

Angel (Japan)

High-Limit / VIP Rooms

Absolute security, real-time tracking, prevention of collusion.

RFID Chip Cards, Invisible UV Barcode (High disposal cost)

Security and Tracking Capability (Cost is secondary)

Mid-to-Low-Limit / Mass Tables

High wear resistance, quick replacement, high visual clarity.

High-quality Paper Stock or Plastic Cards, standardized barcodes.

Balance between Durability and Replacement Cost

Professional Poker Rooms

Game fairness, precise machine recognition, high card consistency.

Standardized Barcoded Cards (UV inkjet/laser engraved).

Machine Compatibility and Anti-Counterfeiting Reliability

Brand Souvenirs / Merchandise

Print quality, brand customization design, unique materials.

Customized Paper or Plastic Cards, printed with unique logos.

Design Customization and Brand Promotion Effect

International Top Casinos (e.g., Macau, Las Vegas)

Preference for the most technologically advanced products with the shortest lifespan.

Ultra-High Security, selecting international giants for custom RFID or UV cards, and establishing strict destruction protocols.

Cartamundi, Angel (Japan)

Regional Mid-Sized Casinos

Balance security and cost, opting for high-quality barcoded paper cards.

Cost-Effectiveness, bulk procurement from domestic suppliers with barcode technology and large-scale production capacity.

Wangjing Cards, Shanghai Yaoji Playing Cards

Emerging or Online Gambling Platforms

May focus on customization services to design exclusive branded cards.

Customization and Brand Building, selecting suppliers that offer full design support and customization services.

Guangzhou Yuhua Playing Cards

Security and Technology

Does the supplier offer advanced anti-counterfeiting technologies like RFID, UV barcode, laser engraving? Is the card tracking system reliable?

Angel (Japan) - RFID, Cartamundi (UV Barcode), Wangjing Cards (Dual-process anti-counterfeiting)

Quality and Standards

Does the product meet Casino Grade standards? What are the printing precision, cutting quality, and consistency of feel?

Cartamundi (Globally recognized Casino Grade quality)

Supply Chain and Capacity

Does the supplier have the capability for large-scale, continuous, and stable supply? Does the lead time meet the casino's high-consumption demand?

Shanghai Yaoji Playing Cards (Scaled production), Wangjing Cards (Millions of daily capacity)

Customization and Service

Can they meet unique logo, color, and design customization needs? Do they offer full card design and peripheral services?

Guangzhou Yuhua Playing Cards (Custom cards/board games), Wangjing Cards (Full-chain solution)

Cost and Environment

Product cost-effectiveness, and provision of eco-friendly materials or solvent-free ink solutions (contributing to corporate image)?

Wangjing Cards (FSC certified, solvent-free ink)

Cartamundi (Belgium)

Top Global Casino Grade

Invisible UV barcode, high price point, serves high-end casinos.

Angel (Japan)

Chip-Implanted High-Security Tracking

RFID tracking functionality, average lifespan of only 8 hours, ultra-high security.

Wangjing Cards (China)

China's High-Tech Anti-Counterfeiting Specialist

UV inkjet + laser engraving dual anti-counterfeiting, high daily capacity, environmental certification.

Shanghai Yaoji Playing Cards (China)

Domestic Standardization and Scaled Manufacturing

Barcoded cards, high-volume production capacity.

Guangzhou Yuhua Playing Cards (China)

Customized Card and Board Game Solutions

Focuses on customized design, board game cards, Tarot cards, etc.