Packaging Materials
Choose the right material for your product. Compare barrier properties, cost, and sustainability.
Key decision factor: Choose your material based on your product's fat content and required shelf life β not aesthetics. Wrong material = spoiled product.Learn more β
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Kraft Paper
Natural, eco-positioned. Best for dry products with moderate fat content.
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Best for: Dry snacks, low-fat treats, bakery items, artisan coffee (short shelf life)
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PLA Compostable
Industrial compostable bio-plastic. Best for eco-positioned brands.
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Best for: Eco-brand positioning, dry treats, supplements, festival/event SKUs
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PET/PE Laminate
Clear or printable, excellent barrier. Industry standard for coffee and dry food.
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Best for: Coffee bags, dry kibble, general food pouches, high-volume SKUs
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Aluminum Foil
Maximum oxygen barrier. Required for wet food, high-fat products.
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Best for: Wet pet food, freeze-dried, high-fat products, retort-ready applications
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PE Monolayer
Flexible, recyclable. Good option for poly mailers and low-barrier applications.
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Best for: Poly mailers, flexible pouches, economy option, short shelf-life dry goods
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Glassine Paper
Semi-translucent, grease-resistant. Popular for bakery, artisan products.
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Best for: Bakery items, cookies, artisan confections, window-bag aesthetics
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Quick Comparison
| Material | Grease | Oβ Barrier | Cost | Eco |
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| Kraft Paper | β β β | β β β | $ | β β β β |
| PLA Compostable | β β β | β β β | $$$ | β β β β β |
| PET/PE Laminate | β β β β β | β β β β | $$ | β β |
| Aluminum Foil | β β β β β | β β β β β | $$$ | β β β |
| PE Monolayer | β β β β | β β β | $ | β β β |
| Glassine Paper | β β β β | β β | $$ | β β β β |