Food-grade side gusset bags – EU 10/2011-compliant for food contact

Food-grade side gusset bags to EU 10/2011 – made of food-grade LDPE or laminate film. For bakeries, food manufacturers, professional kitchens and direct marketing. With declaration of conformity on request.

Further variants in this packaging family: Side gusset bags overview, Side gusset bags with aroma protection valve and Side gusset bags for coffee – each with its own specialisation in material, format or application.

Related ranges for other application areas: Stand-up pouches for food, Block bottom bags for food and Food-grade cross bottom bags.

Packaging direct from the importer since 1976 – fast shipping, transparent graduated prices and free samples before your first order.

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Shipping & terms

Shipping from our German warehouse. Food-grade standard sizes are usually in stock; large quantities are agreed individually within the delivery window. No minimum order value. Bakeries and B2B receive graduated prices. Declarations of conformity and free samples via our enquiry form.

What are food-grade side gusset bags?

Food-grade side gusset bags are approved for direct contact with food and meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on materials for food contact. They are made of pure LDPE granulate (or laminate film with a food-grade inner layer) and contain no plasticisers, no harmful additives and no printing inks in the food contact area. The side gusset design makes them the cost-efficient standard solution for voluminous food contents.

The range of applications is wide: bakeries pack loaves, rolls and pastry ranges, food manufacturers pre-portioned components, direct marketers farm shop ranges, professional kitchens mise-en-place components. They are also common in mail order for direct food customers – they reliably protect the contents while being more cost-efficient than more complex packaging forms.

Our range of food-grade side gusset bags covers typical fill volumes from 500 g to 5 kg. LDPE film in thicknesses of 50–90 microns; all standard films are food-grade certified to EU 10/2011. For professional kitchens with HACCP compliance we supply declarations of conformity and migration data for your QM file on request. For aroma-protection applications we recommend the variant with an aroma protection valve; for visibility, the transparent variant.

What are food-grade side gusset bags suitable for?

  • Bakeries: loaves, rolls, roll assortments, baked goods shipping
  • Food manufacturers: pre-portioned components, premium ranges
  • Direct marketers: farm shop, direct sale of cheese and sausage
  • Professional kitchens: mise-en-place, pre-portioned salads, sauce quantities
  • Catering & food trucks: prepared components, snacks, garnishes
  • Online food shipping: delivery service packaging, meal-kit components

Which food-grade variant is the right one?

  • Fill volume 500 g–1 kg: consumer packaging, bakery baked goods
  • Fill volume 1–2 kg: family and hospitality quantities
  • Fill volume 2–5 kg: bulk food packs, professional kitchens
  • Film thickness 50 microns: standard for light baked goods, muesli
  • Film thickness 70 microns: freezer-suitable, more robust applications
  • Film thickness 90 microns: premium protection, heavy foods
  • With reinforced base: load capacity even for 5 kg+
  • Declaration of conformity: on request for the HACCP/QM file

Your advantages with food-grade side gusset bags from Elke Plastic

We have imported packaging bags directly from the manufacturer since 1976 and know the legal requirements for food contact materials. For you this means: certified LDPE film quality with complete documentation. On request we supply declarations of conformity with migration data for your HACCP or QM file.

Our packaging specialists advise on the choice of film and film thickness according to the food requirement: for loaves and rolls 50 microns is enough, for frozen baked goods we recommend 70 microns, for sharp-edged baked goods ranges 90 microns with a reinforced base. For aroma-sensitive foods we recommend the variant with an aroma protection valve.

Shipping is from our German warehouse. Food standard sizes are available immediately. All customers – B2B and B2C alike – receive graduated prices. Free samples and declarations of conformity on request.

Frequently asked questions about food-grade side gusset bags

Are all side gusset bags automatically food-grade?

No. Food safety requires a specific choice of material and testing during production. Standard industrial side gusset bags may contain additives that rule out food contact. Look for the explicit note “food-grade to EU 10/2011”.

What is a declaration of conformity (DoC)?

The Declaration of Compliance is a manufacturer document confirming compliance with EU 10/2011. For HACCP-certified operations it is usually a mandatory document in the supplier assessment file.

Which film for baked goods?

For fresh baked goods, breathable film is important, otherwise condensation forms and the flavour suffers. Standard LDPE is a good choice. For frozen baked goods we recommend 70 microns with better cold resistance.

Can the bags be frozen?

Yes, LDPE is cold-resistant down to -40 °C. For frequent freezer use we recommend 70 microns or thicker, as thin film can become brittle at very low temperatures.

Are the bags microwave-safe?

NO. LDPE melts above 100 °C – not microwave-safe. For microwave-suitable food bags there are special PP films.

Can the bags be used for sous-vide?

NO. Sous-vide requires special films with heat resistance above 80 °C. Standard LDPE is not suitable for this.

How are the bags closed?

With adhesive tape, a heat sealer or a clip band closure. For professional use, heat sealers are the efficient solution. For farm shops and direct marketing, clip bands with a twist closure are common.

Are sustainable food side gusset bags available?

Yes, PCR-recycled and bio-PE variants in food-grade quality. PCR must have food-grade approval, which is tested more strictly than industrial recyclate.

Which printing suits bakeries and manufacturers?

Mineral-oil-free, food-grade printing inks are standard. Bakeries often work with a kraft-paper-imitating look plus a logo. Manufacturers, with minimalist natural-food designs.

What must appear on the packaging under the FIC Regulation?

The name, the list of ingredients for mixtures, the net quantity, the best-before date, the responsible operator and allergens. For organic products, additionally the EU organic logo and the organic control body.

Are the bags also food-grade in the transparent variant?

Yes, transparent side gusset bags are available in a food-grade LDPE variant. They combine visibility with EU 10/2011 compliance.