Our Home Compostable Compostable Stand Up Pouches are a popular solution for small and medium-volume packaging. Made from our C20 laminate, they are fully biodegradable and certified by the BPI and TUV. Available at an MOQ of 5,000 units, we have a number of different options, each having different moisture barriers. Sizing, print, and features can be fully customized.
Our Material Options:
- Home Compostable
- Bio-Based PE Recyclable
- Post-consumer Recycled
- Home compostable w/ Kraft Paper Exterior
Add ons:
- Tear Notch
- Degassing Valve
- Windows
- Hang Hole for Retail
- Laser/Perforation cut
- Hang Hole for Retail
Finish:
- Gloss / Matte / Spot Matte
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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.