Stand-up pouches for food – certified food-grade to EU 10/2011

Stand-up pouches for food are the universal premium solution for all foods that should stand on the shelf: muesli, dried fruit, granola, nuts, snacks, biscuits, baking mixes and much more.

Further variants in this packaging family: stand-up pouch range, stand-up pouches for coffee as well as stand-up pouches for tea – each with its own specialisation in material, format or application.

Related ranges for other application areas: food packaging range, food-grade flat bags as well as food-grade ziplock bags.

Direct from the importer since 1976, shipped from our German warehouse – free samples, data sheets and tiered pricing with no minimum order value.

Other food packaging constructions

Stand-up pouches are one of many food-grade packaging constructions. Here are further options:

For industry-specific ranges: bakery, patisserie, confectionery, tea, coffee.

Application-specific stand-up pouch variants

Looking for an application-specific variant? Here are the most important ranges:

Popular individual products from this range:

Delivery, samples and custom production

Shipping is fast from our German warehouse. Standard stand-up pouches for food are available from stock – ideal for artisan brands, farm-shop direct marketers and organic brands with no minimum purchase (no minimum order value).

Free samples before your first order: test the stand-up pouch construction, the zip closure and the printing options with your actual food product before you order larger quantities.

Custom production with individual printing of your brand identity (logo, FIC information, organic seal), bespoke sizes or alternative material combinations is available. A declaration of conformity to EU 10/2011 and LFGB with every delivery.

What are stand-up pouches for food?

Stand-up pouches for food – also called food-grade doypacks, food stand-up pouches or certified stand-up pouches – are the universal packaging solution for all foods that should stand on the sales shelf. Certified food-grade to EU 10/2011 and often additionally LFGB.

Unlike application-specific variants (coffee, tea, spices), this variant is the universal solution for all dry and moist foods: muesli, granola, dried fruit, nuts, snacks, biscuits, baking mixes, powders, herbs and much more.

Material: composite film with an aroma inner barrier (aluminum or PA/PE composite depending on the application). For premium aroma protection, see the aluminum variant. For an organic look, the kraft-paper variant. For visible content presentation, with a window.

A declaration of conformity is supplied on request – important for those placing products on the market in food retail to meet their legal obligations.

What are stand-up pouches for food used for?

Stand-up pouches for food are the universal solution across food industries.

  • Muesli and granola for organic muesli brands, artisan granola and breakfast ranges in a 250–1000 g format
  • Dried fruit and nuts for direct marketers and organic merchants – cashews, almonds, dates, raisins
  • Baking mixes and baking ingredients for hobby bakers and artisan baked-goods ranges
  • Snacks and nibble ranges for organic snack brands (crackers, chips, dried meat)
  • Biscuits and cookies for patisserie direct marketing and seasonal baked goods
  • Powder ranges for superfood brands (spirulina, matcha, maca) without extreme aroma requirements

For aroma-sensitive specialities (coffee, tea, spices), better to choose the application-specific variants with an aluminum inner layer.

Which stand-up pouches for food suit you?

The right variant depends on content sensitivity, brand positioning and sales format.

  • Standard composite film – economical, sufficient for non-aroma-sensitive foods (muesli, dried fruit)
  • With aluminum inner layer – for aroma-sensitive contents (see the aluminum variant)
  • With zip closure – essential for end-customer storage with repeated removal
  • With window – visible content presentation at the POS (especially with colourful muesli or dried fruit)
  • With kraft-paper outside – an organic look for organic brands (see the kraft-paper variant)
  • Size classes: 100–250 g for a trial pack, 500 g–1 kg for a family format, up to 5 kg for catering

The standard variant without aluminum is the most economical choice for normal foods without extreme aroma requirements.

Advantages of food-grade stand-up pouches

Compliant placing on the market: certified to EU 10/2011 and LFGB – you meet all legal obligations for those placing products on the market in food retail. A declaration of conformity is supplied on request – important for audit readiness and supplier inspections.

Universal construction: the free-standing doypack construction suits practically all food ranges. One construction for various products eases warehouse management and production planning.

Economical: standard composite without aluminum is cheaper than the premium aluminum variant – completely sufficient for non-aroma-sensitive foods (muesli, snacks, baking mixes). At the same time POS-ready thanks to the free-standing doypack look. Printable with a logo, FIC mandatory information (ingredients, nutritional values, allergens, best-before-date field), a brand story.

Frequently asked questions about stand-up pouches for food

Which certification do the bags have?

All stand-up pouches for food are certified to EU 10/2011 (the EU-wide regulation for plastic materials in food contact), often additionally to LFGB (the German food, consumer goods and feed code). A declaration of conformity is supplied on request.

Which foods are they suitable for?

For all dry and non-aroma-sensitive foods: muesli, granola, dried fruit, nuts, snacks, biscuits, baking mixes, powder ranges. For aroma-sensitive contents (coffee, tea, spices), better to choose specific variants with an aluminum inner layer.

Which sizes are available?

Standard sizes 100 g (90×180 mm), 250 g (130×220 mm), 500 g (160×270 mm), 1 kg (200×330 mm). Up to 5 kg for a catering format. Special sizes outside this grid as custom production.

Is a zip closure recommended?

For end-customer sales, absolutely: a zip closure allows repeated opening and reclosing. Practical for storing muesli in the kitchen cupboard, a dried-fruit supply etc. For industrial first packing without end-customer contact, also possible without a zip with pure heat sealing.

Suitable for freezing?

Yes, composite film is cold-resistant down to approx. −50 °C. For classic freezing (−18 °C) without problems. With repeated freeze-thaw cycles the outer film can become brittle, but the aroma protection is retained.

Microwave-safe?

No – standard composite film is heat-resistant up to approx. 80 °C. For microwave applications you need special heat-resistant films. Standard food stand-up pouches are a pure packaging solution, not for heating.

Possible with a window?

Yes – food-grade stand-up pouches with a window sell particularly well for colourful muesli or dried fruit. The window is worked in from crystal-clear film, the aroma barrier in the opaque part. See the specific variant.

Printable with FIC mandatory information?

Yes – ingredients, nutrition table, allergen information, best-before-date field, manufacturer details, net weight: all directly printable. Food-grade printing inks are used. Combinable with an individual logo and brand identity as custom production.

Reusable for end customers?

With a zip closure, yes – high-quality ziplock closures last 500+ opening cycles without noticeable loss of tightness. For kitchen storage of muesli or dried fruit, practically usable over months.

Suitable for organic food?

Yes, with a kraft-paper outer variant for an organic look – see kraft-paper stand-up pouches. Food-grade certification applies regardless of the outer material. For organic-association certificates (Demeter, Bioland, Naturland), talk to us about specific requirements.

For the farm shop and direct marketing?

Yes – ideal. We also supply standard quantities with no minimum purchase (no minimum order value) for farm shops, weekly-market direct marketers and small artisan brands. The standard range is available from stock for fast shipping.