Every stand up pouch we produce is FDA-compliant and safe for direct food contact. Engineered with a bottom gusset that allows the bag to stand upright on its own, this format provides maximum shelf visibility and premium brand positioning.
Our high-barrier film laminations are specifically selected to block oxygen and moisture, ensuring your products maintain optimum freshness and extended shelf life. Utilizing high-end digital printing, we give your brand a professional, vibrant flourish that competes with national labels. (low minimum orders available!)
We also offer variable data printing on every pouch, allowing for unique serial numbers, QR codes, or batch-specific traceability. Because we specialize in Multi-SKU production, all your flavors and varieties are printed in a single run, significantly reducing your costs and lead times.
Find Your Fit: Start your design with one of our 12 standard stand up pouch templates on this page for fast turnarounds and low minimums. PDF's below OR use our design studio above.
Need A Custom Template?: Tailor your width, height, and features (zippers, tear notches, or hang holes) to your product. Just reach out to a packaging specialist with the dimensions of your product.
High Volume? While custom sizing carries a higher minimum, it’s where we truly shine. For larger quantities, we offer "blow-the-competition-away" unit pricing that keeps your margins high. Let’s talk about your project.
Download our stand up pouch material data sheets below. Each sheet provides key details on barrier properties (resistance to moisture and oxygen), film thickness, FDA compliance, and more. If you need guidance on a specific material or film option, our packaging specialists are here to help!
What makes a stand up pouch different from a lay flat pouch?
The primary difference is the bottom gusset. A stand up pouch is engineered to stand upright on retail shelves, providing better brand visibility and a more premium look. Lay flat pouches (sachets) do not have this gusset and are better suited for flat items or single-serve samples.
Can you print stand up pouches for food?
Yes! All of our stand up poucehs are safe for direct food contact. In fact, the vast majority of our customers sell snack foods and pet food. Food safety is built into every pouch we print.
Are stand up pouches better for retail displays?
Yes. Because they stand upright, they take up less "depth" on a shelf while maximizing your brand's "billboard" space. They can also be equipped with hang holes for peg displays, offering dual merchandising options.
Check out our blog post: Become A Stand Up Pouch Expert In 5 Easy Steps
Can I get a resealable zipper on stand up pouches?
Absolutely. Most stand up pouches are designed for multi-use products, so we offer various press-to-close zipper options to maintain freshness after the initial seal is broken.
Is the lead time the same for stand up pouches and flat pouches?
Yes. Both formats go through the same high-end digital printing and converting process. Lead times are primarily driven by your total quantity and the number of SKUs in your run.
What kind of barrier protection do your stand up pouches offer?
We use high-barrier film laminations that provide excellent protection against oxygen and moisture. This ensures that food products like drink powders, snacks, or pet treats stay fresh for significantly longer.
Do you offer low minimums for custom stand up pouches?
We offer a 100pc minimum per run. This low threshold allows small businesses to access professional, high-barrier packaging without the burden of high inventory costs.
Pro Tip: Use our Multi-SKU printing to group different flavors into one run, keeping your unit costs low even at smaller volumes.
What materials are available for my pouches?
We offer 3 standard film structures for online orders, with expanded options for custom projects, including PCR (Post Consumer Recycled) films for sustainable packaging needs.
| Material | Structure | Barrier (MTR/OTR) |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5mil Metallized | PET / METPET / LLDPE | MTR: <0.01 / OTR: <0.01 |
| 4mil White/Clear | PET / EVOH LLDPE | MTR: 0.063 / OTR: 0.06 |
How do I determine the right pouch size?
Pouch volume varies by product density. Use these estimations as a start then confirm suitability with a sample.
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| Size (W x H x G) | Fill Weight (g) | Volume (fl oz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.25" x 4.75" x 2" | ~28–45 g | ~2–3 fl oz |
| 4.375" x 6" x 2" | ~75–100 g | ~5–7 fl oz |
| 5" x 6.5" x 2.5" | ~110–140 g | ~8–10 fl oz |
| 5" x 7" x 3" | ~150–180 g | ~10–12 fl oz |
| 5.75" x 7.5" x 2.5" | ~200–250 g | ~14–17 fl oz |
| 6.5" x 8" x 2.5" | ~250–300 g | ~18–22 fl oz |
| 6.75" x 8.5" x 3.5" | ~300–375 g | ~22–26 fl oz |
| 7" x 9" x 3" | ~350–450 g | ~24–30 fl oz |
| 7.25" x 6" x 2" | ~180–220 g | ~12–15 fl oz |
| 8.125" x 10" x 3.5" | ~475–600 g | ~32–40 fl oz |
| 9.875" x 10.5" x 3" | ~750–900 g | ~50–60 fl oz |
| 12" x 12.5" x 3.5" | ~1.2–1.5 kg | ~80–100 fl oz |
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