The pouch you pick does more than just hold your product. For coffee roasters and supplement companies the material decides how fresh it stays, how long it lasts on the shelf and how your brand looks in the customers hand.
Main Materials
- PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) – Sturdy and nice for printing. Usually used as the outside layer because it looks premium and gives some barrier against oxygen and moisture.
- PE (Polyethylene) – Flexible and food-safe. It seals well, which is why it is the standard inner layer in many pouches. Usually works together with PET or metallized PET.
- Metallized PET (Aluminum Foil) – Still the best barrier against oxygen, light and aroma loss. That’s why most coffee pouches have it when long shelf life is needed.
- Kraft Paper – Natural look that health and organic brands like. By itself it doesn’t block much oxygen, so usually laminated with plastic or foil.
- BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) – A clear and printable film with good moisture resistance. Often part of multilayer pouches.
- Monomaterials (PE or PP) – Made for recycling. Barrier levels are getting better fast so more companies are switching when they want to highlight sustainability.
Special Feature for Coffee: Valves
Freshly roasted coffee keeps releasing gasses for days after roasting. Without a degassing valve pressure builds up and can burst the pouch. A one-way valve solves this by letting gas out while keeping oxygen out. For serious coffee brands its not optional but it’s the difference between beans that stay fresh or go stale.
Which material works best?
- Coffee ? PET/foil laminates + degassing valve. Best barrier and freshness.
- Food Supplements ? PET or PE laminates, sometimes kraft outside for a more natural look. Moisture control is key.
- Eco-focused brands ? Recyclable mono materials work well, especially for short or medium shelf life.
Why it matters?
- Shelf life depends on barrier level
- Customers care about look and usability
- Sustainability is now part of buying decisions
PackTailor helps small and medium companies get the same packaging quality that big companies use without very big order volumes. Our order quantities start from 500 pc-s, with custom printing and choice of materials from classic to recyclable options. Let’s discuss your needs and see what size, quantity, type and materials would work best for you. Feel free to request a quote and samples to see if it will make sense for you.
