Coffee Bag Packaging

What is Coffee Bag?

A coffee bag, also known as a coffee pouch, is a specialized bag designed specifically for storing and packaging coffee beans or ground coffee.

Coffee bags are often equipped with a one-way valve to release carbon dioxide gas emitted by freshly roasted coffee beans while preventing oxygen from entering. This helps to maintain the freshness and flavor of the coffee by preserving its aroma and preventing oxidation.

A front zipper on coffee bags serves to maintain freshness by creating a secure, resealable closure. This keeps the coffee's aroma and flavor intact while providing easy access for repeated use.

Coffee Bag with One-Way Valve and Front Zipper

What is Important for Custom Coffee Bag

Coffee bags have certain requirements to ensure the quality and freshness of the coffee beans or ground coffee. Achieving the desired quality and freshness through coffee bags requires careful consideration of several factors.

Packaging Material

Selecting the appropriate packaging material is crucial. Common options include multi-layered laminates, foil, or specific types of plastic films with excellent barrier properties to prevent oxygen, moisture, and odors from entering the bag.

Airtightness

Coffee bags need to be airtight to prevent the entry of oxygen, moisture, and other contaminants that can negatively impact the flavor and aroma of the coffee. This helps in preserving the freshness of the coffee for a longer period.

Light Protection

Coffee is sensitive to light, especially direct sunlight, as it can accelerate the degradation of the coffee's flavor compounds. Therefore, coffee bags should be designed to block out light and provide adequate protection against UV radiation.

Degassing Valve

For freshly roasted coffee beans, a degassing valve can be advantageous. The valve allows the release of carbon dioxide gases while preventing oxygen from entering, extending the shelf life of the coffee.

Resealability

Many coffee bags feature resealable closures, such as tin ties, zip locks, or pressure-sealing mechanisms. These closures allow consumers to easily open and reseal the bag, maintaining the freshness of the coffee between uses.

Durability and Protection

Coffee bags should be durable enough to withstand handling, transportation, and storage without tearing or puncturing. This includes resistance to tearing, puncturing, and moisture ingress, ensuring that the coffee remains protected throughout its lifecycle.

Size and Capacity

Coffee bags come in various sizes and capacities to accommodate different quantities of coffee. They should be designed to hold the desired amount of coffee while still allowing for proper sealing and storage.

Eco-friendliness

With increasing emphasis on sustainability, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly coffee bag options. Biodegradable or compostable materials, as well as recyclable packaging, are becoming more popular choices in the coffee industry.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on the type of coffee, intended shelf life, and branding preferences of the coffee producer or roaster.

To See How our Coffee Bag Store the Coffee

Different material structures can have a significant impact on the performance of a bag. When it comes to choosing the right bag for your coffee, selecting a material structure that is suitable is crucial.

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Multi-Layer Structure

A coffee bag made with a multi-layer structure, consisting of layers such as PET, AL, and PE, can provide excellent barrier properties against moisture, oxygen, and other external factors. PET/AL/PE is commonly structure for ground coffee and PET/AL/PET/PE for coffee bean.

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Extended Shelf Life

For products that require a longer shelf life, a material structure with excellent barrier properties is ideal. For products that require high-impact resistance, a material structure with a thicker layer of PE can provide added durability.

Structure of Coffee Bag

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(Matt Varnish) PET / AL / PE

Common structure for ground coffee

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Matt Varnish PET / AL / PET / PE

Common structure for premium coffee

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For craft coffee bag

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Matt Varnish PET / MPET / PE

For ground coffee

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NIAITE Eco HBE

Sustainable recycle packaging solution

Additional Options for Coffee Bag

Hang Hole for Pouch

Widely used for the products hanging on the shelves directly.

  • Euro hole
  • Carry hole
  • Round hole

Tear Notch for Pouch

Some types of tear notch for easy tear.

  • "–" type notch
  • Normal type notch
  • Dot notch
  • Laser Score: linear tearing

Window for Pouch

Allow consumers to see the product inside, give consumers a sense of transparency.

  • Normal type
  • Tailored

Sealing for Coffee Bag

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PTC Zipper

Widely used for most of the pouches

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Butterfly Zipper / Pocket Zipper / Front Zipper

To showcase your brand permanently, the most popular

Velcro Zipper

Widely used for products with low barrier requirements

Slider Zipper

Barrier property higher than Velcro zipper

* Refer to the recommendation rate

Essential Feature

Important Valve for Coffee Bag

The valve in a coffee bag serves an important purpose in preserving the freshness and quality of the coffee. The primary effect of the valve is to allow the release of carbon dioxide (CO2) gas while preventing oxygen from entering the bag.

Additionally, the valve acts as a one-way barrier, preventing oxygen from entering the bag. Oxygen exposure can lead to the oxidation of coffee, resulting in a loss of aroma and flavor. By keeping oxygen out, the valve helps maintain the freshness and taste of the coffee for a longer period.

One-Way Degassing Valve for Coffee Bag
Tin Tie Closure for Coffee Bag
Reusable Closure

Tin Tie for Coffee Bag

The tin tie serves as a reusable closure mechanism for the coffee bag. It allows the bag to be easily opened and closed multiple times without the need for additional sealing tools or materials, such as clips or adhesives.

It is popular in the coffee industry because it provides a simple and effective way to maintain the freshness of coffee beans or ground coffee. Once the bag is opened, the tin tie can be folded back to close the bag tightly, preventing air and moisture from entering and ensuring the coffee remains flavorful and aromatic.

3 Widely Used Packaging Solutions for Coffee

Coffee bags come in various sizes and styles, including stand-up pouches, flat bags, or gusseted bags. Let's choose the well-suitable packaging for our coffee.

Flat Bottom Pouch for Coffee

Flat Bottom Pouch

Flat bottom pouches are popular in coffee bag.

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Quad Seal Pouch for Coffee

Quad Seal Pouch

Quad seal pouch is one of the packaging solutions for coffee.

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Stand Up Pouch for Ground Coffee

Stand Up Pouch

Stand up pouch is widely used for ground coffee.

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Coffee Bags Designs

Get Inspired! Explore our coffee bag design solutions for different coffee types.

Quad Seal Pouches for Coffee Beans with Valve

Quad Seal Pouches for Coffee Beans

Quad seal pouches for coffee beans typically include a valve to release excess air and preserve the freshness of the coffee.

Flat Bottom Pouches with Front Zipper and Valve

Flat Bottom Pouches for Coffee

Flat-bottom pouches are highly popular for coffee packaging, often featuring a front zipper and a valve to maintain freshness and extend shelf life.

Stand-up Pouches for Ground Coffee

Stand-up Pouches for Ground Coffee

Stand-up pouches, which are smaller in size compared to flat bottom and quad seal pouches, are commonly used for ground coffee.

Kraft Paper Bags with Tin Ties

Kraft Paper Bags for Coffee

Coffee bags made from kraft paper and equipped with tin ties offer enhanced performance and a more premium feel.

Technical Specifications

Representative parameters. Actual values depend on material structure and customization.

Parameter Typical Range
Film Thickness 50–200 μm (customizable)
Oxygen Barrier Low to high (PET/PE/Al structure)
Heat Resistance Up to 90°C (general) / 121°C (retort)
MOQ From 10,000 pcs (contact for details)
Customization Size, spout, zipper, window, materials

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is kind of packaging generally used for coffee?

For pouch packaging solutions, stand up pouch, quad seal pouch, Flat bottom pouches are the most common packaging options. We can choose different pouches according to different coffee types.

Can we tailor the pouch packaging?

Yes, we accept all parts of pouch customized, such as size, shape, design, spout, even materials. Please do not hesitate to contact us to design your own pouches.

Are the pouch packaging safe for coffee?

All of our pouches are manufactured in GMP-certified facilities, with all food-grade certificates like FSSC 22000, SMETA, HACCP, BRC etc. We add valves to pouches to preserve the freshness and quality of the coffee.

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Why NIAITE?

Client-Oriented

Excellent & Skilled team provide outstanding unlimited support to your pouches.

World-class Quality

ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, FSSC 22000/ISO22000 certificates are our quality endorsement.

Customer Endorsement

Exceptional service quality received high customer endorsement and trust from leading brands.

Abundant Capacity

500M pcs/year will be supplied to customers in time, in the specified quantity and with guaranteed quality.

Efficient Supply Chain

We produce most of raw materials in-house, ensuring quality control and timely delivery.

Eco-Responsibility

We are committed to developing sustainable packaging solutions that benefit both society and the environment.

Common Materials

Explore our raw materials used in flexible packaging.

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