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Recyclable Snack Packaging Bags For Food Packaging

Recyclable snack packaging bags in opp/pet/aluminum/pe, 140 micron, with a high barrier for crisps, nuts and dry snacks. For brands seeking a recyclable stand up pouch.

These recyclable snack packaging bags are built for dry food products. The standard structure is opp/pet/aluminum/pe at 140 micron, which provides a strong barrier against moisture, oxygen and light. The aluminium layer is key for keeping crisps and nuts crunchy. The bag can be made as a stand up pouch, flat pouch or box bottom bag. All layers are chosen to be compatible with recycling streams where facilities exist.

These bags suit snacks like potato chips, nuts, dried fruit and confectionery. They run on standard vertical form fill seal lines, though the thicker 140 micron film may need tension adjustments. For filling, ensure the seal area is clean to avoid weak seals. A zipper is useful for resealability, while a window can show the product. A one-way valve is not typical for snacks but can be added for coffee. If you need a fully recyclable mono-material structure, a mono-PE or mono-PP film is better than foil laminates, but it offers a shorter shelf life for oxygen-sensitive snacks. For long shelf life, the opp/pet/aluminum/pe structure remains the stronger choice.

NameSnack bag
Thickness140 micron (customizable)
MaterialOpp/pet/ aluminum/pe (customizable)
ColorCustomizable
Bag typeStand up pouch,flat pouch, box bottom bag
MOQFrom 100 pcs (digital printing) / 10,000 pcs (gravure)
Lead time10–15 working days after artwork approval

Typical applications

  • 250 g potato chips
  • 500 g mixed nuts
  • 200 g dried fruit
  • 150 g trail mix
  • 300 g candy
  • 100 g crackers

Frequently asked

What is the minimum order quantity for these recyclable snack bags?
With digital printing, MOQ starts at 100 pcs for pouches. For rotogravure printing, MOQ is 10,000 pcs. Lead time is 10-15 working days for digital and 20-25 working days for rotogravure after artwork approval.
Can I get these bags with a zipper and a window?
Yes, zippers and windows are available. A zipper adds resealability, and a window lets customers see the product. Keep in mind that a window may reduce the barrier in that area, so it is best for products that are not highly sensitive to oxygen.
Are these bags suitable for compostable packaging?
The standard structure is not compostable. However, we offer compostable options using PLA/PBS materials. These are suitable for brands looking for compostable packaging, but they have different barrier properties and may not match the shelf life of aluminium laminates.

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