While we have four standard pouch sizes which can be ordered efficiently on this page, you can always request a custom size. Let us know the dimensions of your product, and a packaging specialist will direct you to an appropriate bag size. *Hang holes, tear notches, and zippers are optional.
4.0" x 6.0" x 2.0" Template
6.25" x 6.0" x 2.0" Template
6.75" x 9.75" x 2.5" Template
8.125" x 10.0" x 3.5" Template
There are several ways to do this. If you're filling at a co-packer, they'll use some sort of automated equipment. If you're filling by hand (which is not uncommon for emerging brands), you'll want to find a device called a band sealer. A band sealer will give you a nice, even seal while giving you some semi-automation. All materials are heat sealable.
We are currently exploring paper pouch and kraft bag options. Due to material constraints, kraft bags may carry a higher minimum and higher unit cost, when compared to our conventional film material. *and digital prinitng processes. Reach out to a packaging specialist to see if paper is a viable solution for your product.
We'd suggest using a PCR (Post Consumer Recycled) Film if you're looking for a more sustainable pouch option. This material option is readily available and is comparable on cost and lead time.
We do not recommend microwaving a pouch of any kind, unless there are specific instructions to do so. Ovenable and microwaveable films are specifically made and are not industry standard on every flexible packaging run (especially metalized films!).
The Pouch House uses 3 stock materials for stand up pouches. All materials are high-barrier with excellent moisture transmission rates (MTR) and oxygen transmission rates (OTR). For ultra-high barrier, go with our metallized film. If you need a special stock, let us know. We can either match or come up with a comparable structure that you have used previously.
Material | Structure | Barrier |
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4mil Metalized | 48gaMETPET/3.5mil LLDPE | MTR: <0.01 OTR: <0.01 |
3.5mil White | 48gaPET/ 3mil white EVOH | MTR: 0.063 OTR: 0.06 |
3.5mil Clear | 48gaPET/ 3mil clear EVOH | MTR: 0.063 OTR: 0.06 |
Here are some estimated fill weights with their correlating pouch sizes. These are estimations and will need to be confirmed by the customer for product suitability. Request a free sample kit to test if you are unsure of your pouch size.
Since different products (e.g., coffee, flour, nuts, liquids) have varying densities, these are estimated* volumes in fluid ounces (fl oz) and milliliters (mL) and fill weights based on an average dry product density (e.g., granules, powders at ~0.5 g/mL).
*The customer is responsible for testing and approving final size.
Pouch Size (width x height x gusset) | Fill Weight (g) | Volume |
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4" W x 6" H x 2" G | ~60–90 g | ~4–6 fl oz (~120–180 mL) |
6.25" W x 6" H x 2" G | ~120–150 g | ~8–10 fl oz (~240–300 mL) |
6.75" W x 9.75" H x 2.5" G | ~240–350 g | ~16–24 fl oz (~475–700 mL) |
8.125" W x 10" H x 3.5" G | ~475–600 g | ~32–40 fl oz (~950–1200 mL) |