Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches

Our stand-up pouches and flat pouches protect your products and present them perfectly at the point of sale. Choose between recyclable mono-materials (PP, PE, paper) or PET/PE composites. We print your design using digital or flexographic printing – also with metallic effects or viewing windows – in 10–14 working days. We also offer roll packaging for flow packs, bars or sachets.

Recyclable PP
& PE mono films

10 working days
Express production

For food
Certified films

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Highest quality

Materials for Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches

PP mono films
PE mono films
PET/PE films
Paper materials

White PP mono film

116 & 146 µm film thickness

White outside, silver inside

High barrier (OTR <0.1 / WVTR <0.1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Recyclable & PPWR compliant

PP mono film, pearl white

76 & 123 µm film thickness

Pearl white outside, white inside

High barrier (OTR <0.1 / WVTR <0.1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Recyclable & PPWR compliant

PP mono film, pearl white

Transparent PP mono film

111 µm film thickness

Transparent (glossy surface recommended)

High barrier (OTR <0.1 / WVTR <5.5)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Recyclable & PPWR compliant

PP mono film, metallic silver

111 µm film thickness

Silver outside, silver inside

High barrier (OTR <0.1 / WVTR <0.1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Recyclable & PPWR compliant

PP mono film, metallic silver

White PE mono film

95 & 125 µm film thickness

White outside, white inside

High barrier (OTR <1 / WVTR <1)

Certified for foodstuffs (powders, pastes, liquids)

Recyclable & PPWR compliant

White PE mono film

Transparent PE mono film

95 & 125 µm film thickness

Transparent

High barrier (OTR <1 / WVTR <1)

Certified for foodstuffs (powders, pastes, liquids)

Recyclable & PPWR compliant

Transparent PE mono film

PET/PE film, white

82 & 112 µm film thickness

White outside, white inside

High barrier (OTR <=1 / WVTR <=1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

PET/PE film, white

Transparent PET/PE film

82 & 112 µm film thickness

Transparent (glossy surface recommended)

High barrier (OTR <=1 / WVTR <=1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Transparent PET/PE film

PET/PE film, metallic silver

124 µm film thickness

Silver outside, silver inside

High barrier (OTR <=0.1 / WVTR <=0.1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

PET/PE film, metallic silver

PET/ALU/PE film, white

111 µm film thickness

White outside, silver inside

High barrier (OTR <=0.1 / WVTR <=0.1)

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

PET/ALU/PE film, white

Uncoated paper brown + PE

120 µm material thickness

Brown outside, brown inside

High barrier (OTR <=1 / WVTR <=1

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Uncoated paper brown + PE

Uncoated paper, white + PE

120 µm material thickness

White outside, white inside

High barrier (OTR <=1 / WVTR <=1

Certified for food (powders, pastes, liquids)

Uncoated paper, white + PE

White paper, without plastic

65 µm material thickness

White outside, white inside

No barrier

Certified for food

Recyclingfähig & PPWR-konform

Papier kunststofffrei ohne Barriere

White paper, without plastic

75 µm material thickness

White outside, white inside

Medium barrier (OTR <=5 / WVTR <=20)

Certified for food

Recyclingfähig & PPWR-konform

Papier weiß ohne Kunststoff mit Barriere

Configure Stand up Pouches

Design unique Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches

Zip fastener

Zip fastener

Our Stand up Pouches are equipped with a resealable zip that is easy to open and secure to close – ideal for freshness, convenience and multiple use.

Surfaces

Surfaces

Our Stand up Pouches are available in matt, glossy or soft-touch finishes, giving your packaging a high-quality look and feel.

Rounded corners

Rounded corners

Stand up Pouches can be manufactured with pointed or rounded corners to ensure better handling and a modern look.

Recycling & PPWR

Recycling & PPWR

Our Stand up Pouches are made from recyclable PP or PE mono-materials and already meet the requirements of the PPWR regulation for sustainable packaging solutions.

Metallic-Effects

Metallic-Effects

With metallised films, we can give your Stand up Pouches eye-catching metallic effects on request – perfect for exclusive designs and maximum attention.

Viewing Window

Viewing Window

Highly transparent viewing windows with glossy film make the contents of your Stand up Pouches clearly visible – without any milky effect and with a strong product presentation.

Special Shapes

Special Shapes

Thanks to modern punching technology, we also manufacture Stand up Pouches in customised special shapes – for distinctive packaging with high brand impact.

Cut-Outs

Cut-Outs

Our Stand up Pouches can be equipped with tear tabs, Euro holes or other cut-outs – for optimum functionality and attractive presentation at the POS.

Consultant Lasse Harder

Lasse Harder
CEO & FlexPack-Specialist

Let's take your Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches to the next level!

Our experienced team of packaging specialists is always available to assist you by telephone or email. Whether you have extensive projects, individual solutions or specific questions about our products, materials, production processes and much more, we will advise you personally, competently and reliably. Together, we will find the right packaging solution for your requirements. Please do not hesitate to contact us – we look forward to hearing from you.

Tel.: +49 (0) 751 951 440 0

Stand up pouches

Frequently asked questions

Which materials are recyclable and are there recycling certificates?
Some of our materials are fully recyclable and can be disposed of either via the yellow bag (for plastic) or the blue/green garbage can (for waste paper). The recyclability of our materials is confirmed by the Cyclos-HTP institute. Conformity with the following standards is also certified:
 
  • Minimum standard for assessing the recyclability of the ZSVR (German Central Agency Packaging Register).
  • DIN EN 13430 with regard to recyclability in the post-consumer phase.

Below you will find a list of our materials that are certified as recyclable: 
NameFoil thicknessDisposalRecycling codeCertified by Cyclos-HTP
Mono foil white PE/EVOH/PE95 - 125 µmPlasticFULL-PEja
Mono foil transparent PE/EVOH/PE96 - 125 µmPlasticFULL-PEja
Paper white + PE (100% recyclable)110 µmPaper22 PAP-
Paper white, no barrier heat sealable65 µmPaper22 PAP-
Paper white, with barrier heat sealable75 µmPaper22 PAP-
What is the smallest size for my stand-up pouch?

Our online calculator offers a wide range of options for stand-up pouches, but not all combinations can be covered online. The minimum size varies depending on whether a zipper is to be integrated into the pouch or not. Contact our customer service for a quote outside of our online options.

Minimum size stand-up pouch:

  • Stand-up pouch without zipper: 90 x 60 x 80 mm (width x base depth x height)
  • Stand-up pouch with zip: 90 x 60 x 120 mm (width x base depth x height)
What pouch materials are offered and what barrier do they provide?
We offer a variety of materials for our pouches, including mono-materials, paper/plastic composites, and plastic-free barrier papers. Each material offers specific protective properties that meet the requirements of different products. Additionally, our materials are available in various options, including white, transparent, metallic, and paper look. Moreover, we offer different surfaces, such as matte or glossy film.

All our materials contain a functional barrier, which consists of either EVOH, AlOx, or aluminum. This barrier protects the content from loss of aroma, the penetration of oxygen, moisture, and possibly UV radiation. Furthermore, our materials are certified recyclable depending on the composite.

An overview of our materials can be found in the following table:

Material - FilmsMaterial thicknessSurfaceCompositionBarrierOxygen permeabilityWater vapor permeability
White monofilm (PE/EVOH/PE - recyclable)95 - 125 µmGlossy / matte25 PE / 5 EVOH / 65-95 PEEVOH 5 µm< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,7 g/m²/24 h
Transparent monofilm (PE/EVOH/PE - recyclable)95 - 125 µmGlossy / matte25 PE / 5 EVOH / 65-95 PEEVOH 5 µm< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,7 g/m²/24 h
White film composite (PET/EVOH/PE)87 - 112 µmGlossy / matte12 PET / 5 EVOH / 65-95 PEEVOH 5 µm< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,7 g/m²/24 h
Transparent film composite (PET/EVOH/PE)87 - 112 µmGlossy / matte12 PET / 5 EVOH / 65-95 PEEVOH 5 µm< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,7 g/m²/24 h
Silver metallic film composite (PET AlOx/PE)100 µmGlossy / matte12 PET / 12 PETmet / 75 PEAlOx< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<1 g/m²/24 h
White PET/ALU/PE film109 µmGlossy / matte25 PET / 9 ALU / 75 PEALU 9 µm< 0,1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,1 g/m²/24 h
Material - PapersMaterial thicknessSurfaceCompositionBarrierOxygen permeabilityWater vapor permeability
Brown natural paper + PE (PAP/PE/EVOH)120 µmUncoated paper50 PAP / 5 EVOH / 65 PEEVOH 5 µm< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,7 g/m²/24 h
White natural paper + PE (PAP/PE/EVOH)120 µmUncoated paper50 PAP / 5 EVOH / 65 PEEVOH 5 µm< 1 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<0,7 g/m²/24 h
White natural paper + PE (100% recyclable)100 µmCoated paper84 PAP / 4 PEPE 4 µmon requeston request
White paper, no barrier, heat-sealable (recyclable)65 µmUncoated paper65 PAPNone--
White paper, with barrier, heat-sealable (recyclable)75 µmUncoated paper75 PAPDispersion barrier<= 5 cm³/m²/24h*atm*<= 20 g/m²/24 h
How can I create a custom window for my pouch?

To create an individual window for your pouch, use a transparent film and choose the color "4/0-colored + white". The additional white ensures that printed surfaces appear colorful and opaque by being printed as opaque white under the printed design. This means that unprinted areas remain transparent and serve as a window. For a highly transparent window, we recommend a glossy surface material. A matt surface material makes the window appear milky. For more information on how to properly design with opaque white, see our print data guide for flexible packaging. Our media designers will be happy to answer any questions you may have at any time.

Aufbau Druckdaten Sichtfenster

Step by step instructions:

  • Step 1: Download the appropriate print template for your pouch from our online shop. Then create the desired design in a suitable graphics program. We recommend for example Adobe Illustrator.
  • Step 2: Create a new solid color called “HPI-White”. Then add all the elements that should be printed in white. You must then set all overlying elements of your design to “Overprint area”.
  • Step 3: Save the finished print file as a PDF document and upload the document to the shopping cart under "Print data".
You can find out more about creating the print data for your pouch in our print data instructions for flexible packaging.
Aufbau Druckdatei für Sichtfenster
What is the actual fill level for my bag?
Depending on which additional components (zippers, tear tabs, and hangers) you choose, the actual fill height of your bag will differ from the height in the calculator. Please consider the following dimensions when configuring your bag packaging:
  • Distance top edge to zipper:
40 mm
  • Distance top edge to tear flap:
21 mm
  • Distance top edge to Euro hole / hole suspension:
16 mm
What foods can I put in the pouches?
All our pouches materials meet the high requirements for the following barriers:
  • Oxygen barrier
  • Water vapor barrier
  • Aroma barrier

Therefore, you can fill the following foods into your desired pouch:
  • Pastes
  • powders
  • Liquids
  • Capsules
Each product is unique and often subject to special legal requirements. Depending on the product, we recommend lab tests specific to the filling material. If you need declarations of conformity or other documents, please do not hesitate to contact us.

INTERESTING FACTS

Guide to Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches

Materialien für flexible Verpackungen

Aluminium

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Barrierefolien

Bei einer Barrierefolie handelt es sich um eine in die Verpackung integrierte Barriereschicht, die Lebensmittel, Kosmetikprodukte oder Industriegüter vor äußeren Einflüssen wie Sauerstoff, Wasserdampf, UV-Strahlung oder auch Mineralölen schützt.
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Folienstärke

Die Folienstärke, oder auch Foliendicke genannt, wird in Mikrometern (µm) gemessen und ist je nach Anwendung ein entscheidender Faktor für die Folienstabilität, den Produktschutz und die Druck- und Veredelungsmöglichkeiten. Folien finden in verschiedenen Bereichen wie Logistik, Verpackungsherstellung oder dem Bau Verwendung.
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Monomaterial

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Aufbau von flexiblen Verpackungen

Aluminium

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Barrierefolien

Bei einer Barrierefolie handelt es sich um eine in die Verpackung integrierte Barriereschicht, die Lebensmittel, Kosmetikprodukte oder Industriegüter vor äußeren Einflüssen wie Sauerstoff, Wasserdampf, UV-Strahlung oder auch Mineralölen schützt.
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Folienstärke

Die Folienstärke, oder auch Foliendicke genannt, wird in Mikrometern (µm) gemessen und ist je nach Anwendung ein entscheidender Faktor für die Folienstabilität, den Produktschutz und die Druck- und Veredelungsmöglichkeiten. Folien finden in verschiedenen Bereichen wie Logistik, Verpackungsherstellung oder dem Bau Verwendung.
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Monomaterial

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Herstellung von flexiblen Verpackungen

Aluminium

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Barrierefolien

Bei einer Barrierefolie handelt es sich um eine in die Verpackung integrierte Barriereschicht, die Lebensmittel, Kosmetikprodukte oder Industriegüter vor äußeren Einflüssen wie Sauerstoff, Wasserdampf, UV-Strahlung oder auch Mineralölen schützt.
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Folienstärke

Die Folienstärke, oder auch Foliendicke genannt, wird in Mikrometern (µm) gemessen und ist je nach Anwendung ein entscheidender Faktor für die Folienstabilität, den Produktschutz und die Druck- und Veredelungsmöglichkeiten. Folien finden in verschiedenen Bereichen wie Logistik, Verpackungsherstellung oder dem Bau Verwendung.
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Monomaterial

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Direkt zum Ratgeber

Aluminium

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Barrierefolien

Bei einer Barrierefolie handelt es sich um eine in die Verpackung integrierte Barriereschicht, die Lebensmittel, Kosmetikprodukte oder Industriegüter vor äußeren Einflüssen wie Sauerstoff, Wasserdampf, UV-Strahlung oder auch Mineralölen schützt.
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Folienstärke

Die Folienstärke, oder auch Foliendicke genannt, wird in Mikrometern (µm) gemessen und ist je nach Anwendung ein entscheidender Faktor für die Folienstabilität, den Produktschutz und die Druck- und Veredelungsmöglichkeiten. Folien finden in verschiedenen Bereichen wie Logistik, Verpackungsherstellung oder dem Bau Verwendung.
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Monomaterial

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Stand up pouches in use

Topics & Industries

Food

Food & Snacks

Maximum product protection for snacks, dried meat or dairy products.
Cosmetics

Cosmetics & Beauty

Elegant premium packaging for creams, lotions and cosmetic products.
Pet food

Pet food & PET packaging

Robust packaging for dry and wet food, treats and snacks.
Coffee and tea

Kaffee & Tee

Robust packaging for dry and wet food, treats and snacks.
Supplement

Supplements & Vitamins

Reliable packaging for supplements, vitamins and powders.
Household and garden

Household & Garden

Practical packaging for cleaning products, fertilisers and seeds.
CBD

Cannabis & CBD

Safe and unique packaging for cannabis and CBD products.
Contract bottler

Contract bottler

Flexible packaging solutions for bottlers and processors.

DISCOVER OUR WIDE RANGE OF PACKAGING

Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches by application

Stand up Pouches made of kraft paper

For a natural look in brown or white uncoated paper

Paper + PE-EVOH-PE for very high product protection
Plastic-free paper with barrier for foodstuffs
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Stand-up pouches made of kraft paper
Flat Pouches made of paper

Special paper surface made from brown or white uncoated paper

Paper + PE-EVOH-PE for very high product protection
Plastic-free paper with barrier for foodstuffs
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Flat pouches made of paper
Doypacks

As food packaging made from recyclable mono films.

100 ml to 1500 ml
10 days express production
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Stand up Pouches with window

Highly transparent viewing windows thanks to glossy surface films

Glossy BOPP, MDO-PE or PET
Very high product protection thanks to functional barriers
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stand up pouches FROM THE MANUFACTURER

Your partner for customised Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches

Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches
 Made in Germany

We value regionality and love for our homeland. That is why your Stand up Pouches are produced in the heart of Germany.

Sustainable materials

We rely on sustainable and recyclable materials. Regional production and short delivery routes also significantly reduce CO₂ emissions.

Personal contact person

You will have a direct contact person at all times who will advise you individually and accompany you from your enquiry to the delivery of your Stand up Pouches.

INDIVIDUALLY PRINTED

Customised Stand up Pouches & Flat Pouches

Packaging Warehouse offers you a wide selection of stand-up pouches, Flat Pouches and sachets – in fixed and customisable sizes. You can choose from over 18 high-quality materials and numerous customisation options such as resealable zippers, Euro holes for the point of sale and elegant finishes in matt or glossy. Thanks to their reliable barrier properties, stand-up and Flat Pouches offer optimal aroma protection. They are food-safe, odourless and tasteless, and ensure long-lasting freshness of the contents. This benefits not only foods such as coffee, dried fruit, nuts and spices, but also products such as pastes, liquids, hygiene articles and cleaning agents. The packaging provides effective protection against oxygen, moisture and, if desired, UV radiation. An integrated zipper also allows for easy resealing – for lasting freshness even after opening.

The difference between Stand up Pouches and Flat Pouches

The main difference between Stand up Pouches and Flat Pouches lies in their design and functionality. Stand up Pouches have a sturdy base that allows them to stand upright on their own – ideal for presentation on shelves or sales areas. Their increased filling volume makes them particularly suitable for larger products or refill packs, such as food, care products or household goods. If required, they can be customised with Euro holes or zippers.

Flat Pouches, on the other hand, are a more compact, flatter packaging solution that is particularly suitable for smaller or flat products such as samples, spices, spare parts or cosmetics. Depending on requirements, they come with a 2- or 3-sided seal: with a 2-sided seal, the bag is sealed on two sides, while the bottom is folded over and the top remains open and is sealed after filling – this variant is well suited for simple filling processes and is mainly used for small flat bags. The 3-sided seal is mainly used for large flat bags, as these are often made from several material webs. Flat Pouches can also be equipped with Euro holes and other customisations for the point of sale. The choice between stand-up and flat bags ultimately depends on the product type, desired presentation and logistical requirements.

Printed Stand up Pouches
Of course, there are many other types of bags on the market besides our standard range – such as block bottom bags, pointed bags and cross bottom bags. You can find a detailed overview of these in our magazine article ‘Bag comparison – Doypacks / Flat Pouches / block bottom bags and much more’. Feel free to take a look if you are interested in the differences and possible uses.

For attention at the POS – printed Stand up Pouches

A strong brand image starts with the packaging – and our printed Stand up Pouches provide the perfect stage for this. Unlike conventional solutions, which are simply labelled, we enable full-surface printing on your pouches – and, if desired, in quantities as small as 250 pieces. This is made possible by our modern digital printing technology, which allows maximum design freedom even for small quantities.

Two printed Stand up Pouches for children's cereal

A special highlight: we use a reverse printing process. This involves applying the design between two plastic layers before the lamination process, providing lasting protection – for brilliant colours that won't scratch or fade due to external influences. This means that your packaging design will always be a real eye-catcher, even after transport and during use.

Thanks to a wide range of materials – from matt to glossy, from paper to plastic, from transparent to opaque – you can tailor your customised packaging perfectly to your product and brand. Whether you're looking for an elegant metallic finish, a sustainable kraft paper look or Stand up Pouches with customised windows: at packaging warehouse, you can design packaging that not only protects, but also inspires.

Would you like some inspiration? We would be happy to send you a sample box containing bags made from all of our materials.

The advantages of Stand up Pouches

Stand up Pouches combine advantages such as functionality, design variety and sustainability. Not only are they particularly efficient in terms of production and logistics, they also offer maximum product safety and versatile presentation options – whether in brick-and-mortar retail or e-commerce.

The most important advantages at a glance:

  • Material and resource efficiency: Up to 95% less material used than rigid packaging.
  • Low storage and transport costs: Low volume saves storage, transport and disposal costs.
  • Excellent product safety: outstanding barrier against moisture, oxygen and UV.
  • Resealability: Optional zip fastener for longer freshness after opening.
  • Attractive product presentation: free-standing, fully printable and POS-optimised.
Printed Stand up Pouches for muesli on a kitchen counter
Compared to packaging made of glass, paper or cardboard, stand up pouches offer numerous advantages. You can find a detailed overview in our magazine article ‘Stand-up pouches: the 5 advantages compared to glass and cardboard’.
Various sizes of stand up pouches

The perfect filling volume – customised Stand up Pouches

Whether you need small product samples or large-volume contents, at packaging warehouse you will find the right Stand up Pouches for every filling volume. We offer two flexible options: choose either a 100% customised size, where you can freely define the width, height and base depth in millimetres – perfectly tailored to your product and your requirements. Alternatively, there are six practical standard sizes (100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 750 ml, 1000 ml and 1500 ml) available, which we produce using a cost-efficient collective printing process. Around 70% of our customers already benefit from these formats thanks to particularly favourable unit prices – combined with a wide range of possible applications.

If you still require a special size, that's no problem: We manufacture bags ranging from a minimum size of 90 × 80 mm + 50 mm bottom depth to particularly large versions with up to 450 × 600 mm + 130 mm bottom depth – depending on the combination of individual dimensions. We can also customise the material thickness on request: thinner films (e.g. 80 µm) are primarily suitable for smaller bags, while thicker films (e.g. 130 µm) provide the necessary stability for large bags.

Since the filling volume of different products varies greatly from the reference value of water, depending on their density and consistency, we have created a handy table for you. It shows how much of different products such as coffee, nuts or pasta fits into our standard sizes (100 ml to 1500 ml), making it easier for you to choose the right bag size for your product. Please note that these are guidelines and that the ideal filling volume or product density may vary.

Bag designation: 100 ml 250 ml 500 ml 750 ml 1000 ml 1500 ml
Maximum volume (water 100%): 140 ml 240 ml 640 ml 960 ml 1560 ml 2300 ml
Recommended volume (water 75%): 105 ml 180 ml 480 ml 720 ml 1170 ml 1725 ml
Nut mix: 50 g 85 g 240 g 350 g 560 g 850 g
Muslimix: 30 g 60 g 155 g 235 g 380 g 550 g
Flour/whey powder: 65 g 130 g 310 g 460 g 750 g 1100 g
Coffee beans: 35 g 60 g 160 g 240 g 370 g 550 g
Empty capsule size 0: 50 Stk 75 Stk 150 Stk 250 Stk 385 Stk 620 Stk

Stand up Pouches – the most environmentally friendly and secure packaging

The most important task of primary packaging – such as Stand up Pouches – is to reliably protect the packaged product. Particularly in the case of foodstuffs, sensitive contents must be protected from external influences such as oxygen, moisture and UV radiation. At the same time, the packaging itself must not allow any aromas to escape – a crucial factor in the case of aromatic products such as coffee or tea.

At the same time, demand for sustainable packaging solutions is growing – both from consumers and due to legal requirements. Modern packaging must therefore not only protect, but also be environmentally friendly and recyclable. The packaging warehouse offers tailor-made solutions for this: our range extends from premium high-barrier films for maximum product safety to recyclable barrier papers from the innovation leader Koehler Paper. In this way, we combine product protection and sustainability in flexible packaging – individually tailored to your product.

Stand up Pouches for seeds
You can find more information on the sustainability of plastic products in our magazine article "Plastic packaging: Sometimes the more sustainable solution".

Directly from the manufacturer – your partner for Stand up Pouches and Flat Pouches

Stand up Pouches production

Personal service and project consulting

A well-thought-out packaging concept begins with expert advice. That's why we support you right from the start with a personalised and solution-oriented service. Whether you need stand up pouches or Flat Pouches, we help you select the right material for your product, filling material and filling process. Our packaging specialists provide recommendations on the optimal bag size and the right sealing technology, and advise you on functional packaging design that is in line with your brand. On request, we can provide you with all relevant technical data sheets and declarations of conformity. Our competent team is available at any time by telephone or e-mail to answer individual questions or discuss projects – directly, reliably and practically.

Manufactured in Germany – ISO:9001 certified

Our stand-up pouches and Flat Pouches are produced exclusively in Germany – in compliance with the highest quality and safety standards. This not only ensures short delivery routes and particularly flexible production and delivery times, but also meets strict social and ecological requirements. Our factories are HACCP certified and are regularly recertified to ensure product safety at all times. In addition, we are ISO:9001 certified by DQS – proof of our consistent quality management and our commitment to providing you with only high-quality packaging solutions. This means you benefit from predictable quality, reliable delivery and production you can always count on.

Production packaging warehouse
What does HACCP mean?

HACCP is the abbreviation for ‘Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points’. It is a hazard analysis whose main objective is to protect consumer health. This is achieved by avoiding possible and potential hazards in food production. A hazard is defined as any undesirable event in the production of food that could pose a health risk to consumers.
Individually printed Stand up Pouches with viewing window

Material selection & barriers

Our Stand up Pouches and Flat Pouches are made from carefully selected materials that meet the high standards of the food and cosmetics industries. All films used come from certified suppliers in Germany, which not only ensures consistently high quality, but also short procurement routes and a stable supply chain. Depending on the application, we offer recyclable mono-materials made of PE or PP as well as high-performance composite structures such as PET/PE or PAP/PE. High barriers such as EVOH, AlOx or metallisation, which are either extruded directly into the carrier film or laminated as a separate layer between the sealing and printing film, ensure optimum product protection and a long shelf life. Many of our films are also available in different thicknesses so that they can be precisely adapted to the respective bag size and intended use.

Printing technologies – order small and large quantities

We offer two proven processes for printing our Stand up Pouches and Flat Pouches: digital printing and flexographic printing. We use both printing processes to print the films using reverse printing. This involves applying the print image to the back of the film and then protecting it with lamination – ideal for lasting colour brilliance and abrasion resistance. We print on high-quality films made of BOPP, MDO-PE or PET, available in either a matt or glossy finish. Both the digital printing toners and the flexographic printing inks are fully food-certified. Digital printing is particularly suitable for small to medium runs of 250 pieces or more and enables fast production within 10–14 working days – without cliché costs. Flexographic printing is ideal for larger quantities and offers the option of using special colours such as Pantone – however, this incurs additional costs for the required printing plates.

Stand up Pouch produciton
Laminating machine

Lamination process – bonding the films for maximum stability

Immediately after printing, our films are bonded to the base material in a lamination process. This step ensures maximum stability, protection and durability of the packaging. We ‘marry’ the printed film to the carrier material – a process that combines the advantages of both components. Basically, this lamination process can be carried out in two ways: thermal lamination or wet lamination. We exclusively use wet laminating, as it allows us to process almost all material combinations – even heat-sensitive films. We use a solvent-free polyurethane adhesive that securely bonds the films and ensures odourless, food-safe packaging. After laminating, the rolls must be left to cure completely in a special heat cabinet for 3 to 5 days to ensure the highest quality and stability.

Bag production & component selection – zippers, Euro holes and much more.

After laminating the films, the actual bag production takes place. The desired flat or Stand up Pouches are formed from the printed and laminated film web. Depending on the bag size, we manufacture these either from a single web or – for particularly large formats – from two or three individual webs. All sides and the bottom are precisely sealed and the desired components are incorporated. On request, we can equip the bags with practical extras such as resealable zippers, tear notches or a Euro hole. Flat Pouches can be sealed on two or three sides. Our standard is the single-web zip fastener, but for powder products we also offer the option of a Velcro zip fastener. All bags are checked for leaks during production in accordance with ASTM F2096 and carefully documented.

You can select all additional options such as zippers, tear tabs, Euro holes or standard round holes individually in the configurator and combine them as required. A typical example is the combination of a tear tab and a zipper: this makes the packaging particularly easy to open and then conveniently resealable – perfect for products or fill quantities that are not used up at once.

Resealable zip for opening and closing

Stand up pouches with zip closure

Tear tabs for tearing open Stand up Pouches

Stand up pouches with zip and tear-off tab

Euro hole suspension for hanging at the point of sale

Stand up pouches with zip and Euro slot hanger

Standard perforation for hanging at the point of sale

Stand up pouches with zip and hanging hole
Printed stand up pouches for dog food

Individual viewing windows in free form – possible with white printing

To design a customised viewing window for your Stand up Pouches or Flat Pouches, we use transparent films and the colour scheme ‘4/0 colour + white’. The white print is placed as opaque white under the print motif and ensures that printed areas appear opaque and colourfast. Unprinted areas remain transparent, creating a viewing window that gives your product a high-quality look. For a particularly clear and transparent window, we recommend a glossy film surface. A matt material, on the other hand, can make the window appear slightly milky. You can find detailed information on the correct application of opaque white in our print data guidelines for flexible packaging. If you have any questions, our media designers are always happy to help and provide you with expert advice. Alternatively, you can find all the important information you need to create your individual print files in our print data guidelines for Stand up Pouches and Flat Pouches.

Stand up Pouches in the desired shape

We offer six standard Stand up Pouches formats for your packaging, which are particularly cost-effective thanks to our collective printing process:

  • 100 ml – 90 x 60 x 160 mm
  • 250 ml – 110 x 70 x 185 mm
  • 500 ml – 140 x 80 x 210 mm
  • 750 ml – 160 x 90 x 250 mm
  • 1000 ml – 190 x 100 x 265 mm
  • 1500 ml – 210 x 110 x 295 mm

In addition, you can of course also order customised Stand up Pouches sizes that are precisely tailored to your product. This not only allows you to define precise filling quantities, but also to create oversized pouches up to a height of approx. 600 mm. We always calculate our Flat Pouches individually – perfectly tailored to your requirements and your product.

Individually printed stand up Pouches
If you would like to delve deeper into the production of Stand up Pouches, we recommend our magazine article: ‘Stand up Pouches: a guide for beginners and advanced users’. There you will learn step by step how a Doypack is produced and what processes are involved.

Sustainable packaging – Stand up Pouches made from recyclable materials

Unprinted PP Stand up Pouches

PP mono films

Our Stand up pouches made from PP mono films (recycling code number 5) offer a sustainable and high-quality packaging solution for food and liquids. The film composites developed in EN are recyclable and meet the requirements of the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation), making them a future-proof solution for environmentally conscious packaging concepts. Available in white (116, 123, 146 µm), transparent (111 µm) and silver metallic (111 µm), they guarantee the highest standards of quality, stability and printability. Thanks to the punched tear tabs, the bags can be opened effortlessly, while the selectable surfaces – matt, glossy or soft-touch – create a special haptic experience for the end customer. In addition, our PP films impress with their excellent barrier performance (OTR and WVTR <0.1), which reliably protects products from oxygen, water vapour and UV radiation. Our recyclable and PPWR-compliant stand up pouches thus combine sustainability, product safety and attractive presentation at the point of sale.

PE mono films

Our Stand up Pouches made from PE mono films are a sustainable and versatile packaging solution. They are, of course, recyclable and PPWR-compliant. The specially developed film composites feature an integrated EVOH barrier that offers high protection against oxygen and water vapour (OTR and WVTR ≤1), thereby reliably extending the shelf life of sensitive foods. The PE bags are available in white (95 and 125 µm) and transparent (95 and 125 µm). They meet the highest standards of quality, stability and printability. The bags have good tear-opening properties – although not quite as smooth as PP mono films – and can be customised with a matt or glossy surface finish. Our PE mono films thus combine sustainability, product protection and attractive presentation options, making them the ideal choice for manufacturers who rely on modern, recyclable packaging.

Transparent PE Stand up Pouches
Unprinted PAP Stand up Pouches

Paper without plastic

Our heat-sealable papers without plastic are the perfect solution for sustainable packaging that relies entirely on environmentally friendly materials. Both variants are coated on the inside with a water-based varnish, are plastic-free, PPWR-compliant and can be easily recycled with waste paper. The barrier paper (75 µm) has an integrated medium-high barrier, is certified for direct contact with food and provides reliable protection against external influences. The second material without a barrier (65 µm) is ideal when no additional protective layer is required. Both materials are similarly stable and are particularly suitable for smaller and lighter products. With their single-coated paper surface, they impress with their natural look and good printability. Our heat-sealable papers are therefore an environmentally friendly and practical alternative to plastic bags and meet the highest standards for sustainable packaging solutions.

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Designation PP mono film, pearl white - ♻️PP mono film, metallic silver - ♻️ Transparent PP mono film - ♻️ PE-Transparent monofoil - ♻️ White PE mono film - ♻️ Transparent PET/PE film composite PET/PE film composite, white PETmet/PE film composite, metallic silver Uncoated paper brown + PE Uncoated paper, white + PE White paper – without barrier (without plastic) – ♻️ White paper – with barrier (without plastic) – ♻️
Material group High barrier film High barrier film High barrier film High barrier film High barrier film High barrier film High barrier film High barrier film Paper/film high barrier Paper/film high barrier Paper with no barrier Paper with no barrier
Film structureOPPmet/CPP OPPmet/CPP OPP/AlOx/CPP PE/EVOH/PE PE/EVOH/PE PE/EVOH/PE PE/EVOH/PE PETmet/PE PAP/PE PAP/PE PAP/heat-sealing lacquer PAP/heat-sealing lacquer
Film thickness116 / 123 / 146 µm 111 µm 111 µm 95 / 125 µm 95 / 125 µm 82 / 112 µm 82 / 112 µm 124 µm 120 µm 120 µm 65 µm 75 µm
Film colourWhite SilverTransparentTransparentWhite TransparentWhite SilberBraunWhite White White
Surface Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy Matt / Glossy PaperPaperPaperPaper
Recyclable (EN) Yes ♻️ Yes ♻️ Yes ♻️ Yes ♻️ Yes ♻️ NoNoNoNoNoYes ♻️ Yes ♻️
BarrierMetallised Metallised AlOx EVOHEVOHEVOHEVOHAlOx EVOHEVOHNoneDispersion varnish
Viewing windowNoNoYesYesNoYesNoNoNoNoNoNo
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Colour
4/0-colour Euroscale 4/0-colour Euroscale + white 4/0-colour Euroscale + white 4/0-colour Euroscale + white 4/0-colour Euroscale 4/0-colour Euroscale + white 4/0-colour Euroscale + white 4/0-colour Euroscale 4/0-colour Euroscale 4/0-colour Euroscale 4/0-colour Euroscale 4/0-colour Euroscale
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Extensive range of applications

Stand up Pouches for all industries

Use as primary or secondary packaging

Our Stand up Pouches, Flat Pouches, sachets and roll goods are certified for direct food contact and are therefore suitable for use as primary packaging without restriction. Whether for solid, paste-like or liquid foods, our pouches offer a safe and hygienic packaging solution. Vacuum sealing or filling under a protective atmosphere is also possible without any problems, ensuring that the freshness and shelf life of your products are optimally preserved.

In addition, our flexible packaging is also ideal for use as secondary packaging. Not only does it protect the product from external influences, it also provides an attractive presentation at the point of sale. Typical areas of application include foodstuffs, technical components, cosmetic products, textiles and all kinds of non-food items.

Printed Stand up Pouches for protein powder
Printed Stand up Pouches with viewing window

Stand up Pouches in direct contact with food

Our Stand up Pouches are specially designed and certified for direct contact with food. All materials used comply with the latest legal requirements and regulations, including PFAS, REACH and NIAS. This ensures that your products are always packaged in a legally compliant and safe manner.

Depending on the packaging size, we offer different material thicknesses that are optimally tailored to the respective application:

  • For smaller formats, such as bar or portion packaging: 30–80 µm
  • For larger packaging, such as Doypacks or bags with a higher filling weight: 82–146 µm

In addition, materials with increased UV protection are available to reliably protect particularly sensitive foods – such as oils, nuts or snacks – from quality loss due to sunlight.

Stability even for large filling volumes

We also offer reliable solutions made from particularly sturdy materials for larger packaging sizes starting at 1,000 ml. Our standard range includes, for example, a 146 µm PP monomaterial. Thanks to its integrated CPP inner layer, this material offers significantly increased stability and is ideal for bulky or heavier contents.

To further increase resilience, we have specially adapted our Doypack sealing tools for large formats. This further enhances stability, particularly in the typical risk areas of a Doypack.

For applications with very high filling weights or special requirements, we also offer LLDPE films. These have excellent mechanical properties and ensure maximum durability – even for large packaging or demanding transport and storage conditions.

Another advantage: the width of the seal seams can be flexibly adjusted. Our standard size is 7.5 mm, but this can be increased to 15 mm if required. This ensures that even heavy or bulky contents are guaranteed to be packaged securely and tightly.

Individually printed Stand up Pouches
Individually printed flexible packaging

The right Stand up Pouches for all industries

With our broad product and material portfolio, we offer the right Doypack solution for almost every industry. Whether as food packaging for snacks, coffee, spices or frozen products, as cosmetic packaging for creams, powders or liquids, or as pharmaceutical packaging for sensitive products with the highest safety requirements – our flexible packaging meets a wide variety of needs.

Our Stand up Pouches also impress with their versatility and high functionality in other industries such as household goods, pet food, chemicals and technical products. The materials can be individually adapted in terms of barrier properties, feel, sustainability and design, ensuring that every application is optimally covered.

Thanks to modern printing and finishing techniques, our Doypacks also become powerful brand ambassadors at the point of sale – functional, sustainable and visually appealing at the same time.

No matter what industry you are in, with our packaging solutions you get a product that combines safety, stability and a convincing appearance.

Simply fill and seal Stand up Pouches

Our Stand up Pouches can be supplied with either a closed or open zip. If the zip is in the open position upon delivery, the pouch is usually shaped using compressed air before filling: it is placed over a plastic mandrel, from which a short burst of air inflates the pouch and makes it dimensionally stable.

This is followed by filling – either manually, semi-automatically or fully automatically, depending on requirements. After filling, the zipper usually remains open while the final seal is applied to the top using a heat sealing device. Depending on the type of material, the sealing temperatures required for this range between 90 °C and 170 °C.

We also provide the right technology for efficient processes: with a semi-automatic sealing machine available from us, all common materials can be reliably sealed – at a rate of up to 20 bags per minute.

Stand up Pouches

Frequently asked questions

How much do Stand up Pouches cost?

The cost of Stand up Pouches depends on several factors. Among other things, the print run, packaging size, choice of material, material thickness, printing technology and desired further processing are decisive factors.

  • Small print runs are usually produced using digital printing. Depending on the design, prices start at around £0.50–£0.80 net per bag.
  • Larger print runs are usually produced using flexographic printing. Thanks to the higher quantities, prices are significantly lower here – depending on the design, starting at around £0.09 net per bag.

Other factors also influence costs:

  • Number of printing colours and finishes (e.g. matt/gloss varnishes, metallic effects, hot foil stamping)
  • Type of closures (zippers, valves, pourers, Euro holes, etc.)
  • Special shapes and sizes outside the standard range
  • Sustainable materials such as recyclable mono films, paper composites or bio-based films

As a general rule, the higher the print run and the more standardised the design, the lower the unit price. Our experts will be happy to advise you on finding the optimal combination of cost, functionality and design for your application.

What are Stand up Pouches?

Stand up Pouches are flexible packaging with a special bottom fold or an integrated stand-up base (e.g. Doypack) that gives them stability. They are made of plastic, paper or composite materials and are ideal for food, cosmetics or pet food. Thanks to their space-saving shape and resealable options such as zippers or valves for coffee, they are a popular alternative to rigid packaging.

The history of the Doypacks

Stand up pouches are flexible packaging with a special bottom fold or an integrated stand-up base (e.g. Doypack) that gives them stability. They are made of plastic, paper or composite materials and are ideal for food, cosmetics or pet food. Thanks to their space-saving shape and resealable options such as zippers or valves for coffee, they are a popular alternative to rigid packaging.

How are Stand up Pouches sealed?

I Doypack possono essere chiusi in diversi modi, a seconda del campo di applicazione:

  • Chiusura a zip (chiusura a pressione): consente una facile apertura e richiusura, ideale per alimenti e snack. 
  • Termosaldatura (heat-sealing): il bordo superiore viene sigillato con una macchina sigillatrice, garantendo così un imballaggio ermetico e a tenuta di aroma. 
  • Tappo a vite (Spout Cap): utilizzato soprattutto per liquidi o polveri, offre una pratica possibilità di dosaggio. 
  • Klebestreifen oder Clips: Für kurzfristigen Verschluss, z. B. bei Süßwaren oder Tee. 
What is the right material for my Stand up Pouches?

The choice of the right material depends on various factors – above all, the product content, the packaging size and the individual requirements for the packaging. For example, a viewing window can be useful to give customers a direct view of the product, while a metallised film provides a particularly high-quality look and additional UV protection.

In addition, technical and functional aspects play an important role:

  • Machine compatibility: The material must be compatible with the filling and sealing machines used to ensure a smooth production process.
  • Barrier properties: Protection against oxygen, moisture, UV radiation and aroma loss is crucial for shelf life and product safety.
  • Sustainability: Depending on requirements, recyclable mono-materials, bio-based films or compostable materials are available.
  • Haptics and design: Matt or glossy surfaces, paper composites or soft-touch coatings enable individual brand presentation at the point of sale.
  • Special contents: We offer specially reinforced material structures for sharp-edged, liquid or very heavy contents.

Our experts will help you find the ideal material concept for your application – functional, legally compliant and brand-appropriate.

How are Stand up Pouches filled?

Standbodenbeutel können manuell oder maschinell befüllt werden:

  • Manual filling: Ideal for small quantities or artisanal production. The bag is erected by hand, filled and then sealed (e.g. with a sealing machine or a zipper).
  • Semi-automatic filling: bags are inserted manually, then automatically filled with the desired quantity and sealed. 
  • Fully automatic filling: In industrial processes, filling systems handle opening, filling and sealing in a single pass. Suitable for large quantities and high efficiency.

Depending on the type of product (powder, liquid, granulate), special dosing systems such as screw feeders, piston fillers or vibratory feeders are used.