Stand Up Pouches are the most popular solutions for small and medium-volume packaging. Available at an MOQ of 10,000 units, we have a number of different options, each having different moisture barriers. Sizing, print, and features can be fully customized.
Add ons:
- Tear Notch
- Degassing Valve
- Windows
- Hang Hole for Retail
- Laser/Perforation cut
- Hang Hole for Retail
Finish:
- Gloss / Matte / Spot Matte
The stand-up style pouch offers a myriad of benefits for eco-conscious consumers looking for sustainable packaging solutions. These versatile pouches offer convenience, practicality, and enhanced shelf appeal. Ideal for eco-friendly businesses, the stand-up pouches reduce plastic usage, as they require less material compared to traditional rigid packaging. With their resealable design, they keep contents fresh, minimizing waste and promoting portion control for products like snacks, nuts, dried fruits, and granola. Furthermore, their lightweight nature and reduced packaging footprint make them an excellent choice for shipping and storage efficiency, making them perfect for items like powdered supplements and protein mixes. Whether you're looking to package organic snacks or environmentally responsible supplements, our stand-up style pouches are a sustainable packaging solution that aligns with your values and meets your customers' demands for eco-friendly products.
For customers seeking an eco-friendly solution, we offer a Kraft paper exterior paired with a surface active laminate and compostable backing. With this option, you can enjoy the benefits of both an environmentally conscious outer layer and a high-quality printing experience. Our compostable pouches provide the perfect canvas for multi-color printing, allowing you to showcase your brand in style while contributing to a greener planet. As always, we tailor our recommendations based on your specific needs, advising you on the most suitable material structure and barrier level (Low/Medium/High) for your product. Join us in our mission for a sustainable future with our compostable pouches featuring a Kraft paper exterior, and let's make a positive impact together.
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Materials
EcoPackables D41 Film
Transparent film made from a unique blend of Cornstarch and PBAT, a bio-based polymer. Both sides are sealable and printable, with thickness ranging from 20-100μm. Used as single layer in laminates.
Recycled Kraft Paper
FSC-Certified Post-Consumer Recycled Paper that is printed on with non-toxic inks. Heavily customizable and avaialbe in 90-330gsm.
EcoPackables D42 Film
Semi-Opaque Compostable Film made from a unique blend of Cornstarch and PBAT, a bio-based polymer. Both sides are sealable and printable, with thickness ranging from 30-110μm. Colors can be customized.
These compostable stand-up pouches are the ideal alternative to traditional plastic bags. Perfect for medium-barrier applications like coffee, dried foods, powders, and nuts, every part of these pouches, including the zipper and film, is certified compostable. Free from toxic chemicals and microplastics, they offer a safe and sustainable packaging solution. If you're a brand aiming to meet sustainability targets or seeking standout retail packaging, these bags are for you! We also offer rollstock formats of the laminates. Please note, this product is not designed for continuous or frequent exposure to liquids, creams, or moisture. We recommend thorough testing under your anticipated conditions to ensure the material meets your needs and expectations before purchasing.
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What is a stand up pouch?
A stand-up pouch is a prevalent form of packaging, commonly found in grocery stores, designed for both functionality and aesthetic appeal. These pouches are characterized by their ability to stand upright on shelves, enhancing product visibility and consumer convenience. They are sealed along both sides, and feature a unique bottom configuration with two seals that allow the pouch to expand into a pointed oval shape when filled. This bottom gusset can be crafted using various techniques such as a plow bottom, doyen style, or k-seal, each contributing to the stability and capacity of the pouch. Their robust construction helps protect contents from moisture, contaminants, and punctures, ensuring the product remains fresh and secure. They are often equipped with resealable zippers or tear notches for added consumer convenience, making them a practical solution for today’s retail environment.
Is compostable packaging good for the environment?
Our perspective on compostable packaging evolves with ongoing research and new findings. One thing remains clear: we can't continue to depend solely on paper and LDPE (plastic) for future packaging solutions. Innovation in materials is essential, which is why we currently offer compostable options. While our present offerings may not be "perfect," the absence of investment from companies like ours would hinder progress toward the ideal compostable material. There are challenges, such as incomplete composting infrastructure and the lack of a strong alternative to fossil-based PBAT, a common binder in many bags. However, without exploring these options and supporting R&D in material science, legislative changes and the development of new materials will stall. For this reason, we see compostable technologies as a crucial investment in the future.
Do your bags contain microplastics?
No, they don’t. Many “biodegradable” plastics are often oxo-degradable plastics. These are produced from conventional non-biodegradable plastics, enhanced with additives that simulate biodegradation to promote material fragmentation. These plastics disintegrate into tiny fragments that persist in the environment. Our bags are completely different — there is no polyethylene structure in the bags. Instead, when they break down, they dissolve into water, organic biomass, and C02
What are the certifications?
The bags are certified by all three industry certifiers; Vincotte, BPI and Dincerto,
meeting American, European, International and Australian standards – including
certifications for your domestic home compost. To gain these certifications, the
product must break down within 90 days in commercial compost and 180 days in
home compost conditions, including wormfarm compost. After degradation, they
must leave no harmful residues behind. In fact, the only residue left behind is a soil
enhancer which is returned to the earth as plant food.