Paper-Based Compostable Structures
Paper-facing packaging combined with compatible compostable barrier and sealing layers.
Compostable packaging materials
Compostable Packaging Materials for Custom Pouches
Explore compostable flexible packaging materials for products and markets where compostable packaging is a suitable option.
We compare paper, cellulose and biopolymer-based structures together with barrier, sealing, shelf-life and the intended home or industrial composting conditions.
MOQ from 100 pcs
Custom sizes & structures
Custom printing
Material & sample support
Material options
Compostable Flexible Packaging Options
Choose the material around product protection and whether you need home- or industrial-compostable packaging.
Compostable packaging material exampleTransparent Compostable Film
Clear cellulose or biopolymer films for products that need visibility.
High-Barrier Compostable Film
Specialty structures for products that need more moisture, oxygen or aroma protection.
Compostable Pouch Components
Closures, labels, inks and adhesives should be reviewed with the complete package claim.
Applications
Compostable Packaging for Food, Coffee & Dry Products
Compostable packaging is most practical when the material can meet the real storage and sealing needs of the product.
Compare Barrier Options01
Dry Food & Snacks
Potential fit for nuts, granola, snacks and other dry products where the selected barrier is suitable.
02
Coffee & Tea
Possible with appropriate aroma and moisture-barrier structures.
03
Powders & Supplements
Needs suitable moisture protection, sealing and shelf life for the product.
04
Events & Closed-Loop Programs
Can be useful where collection and composting conditions are clearly managed.
Composting option
Home vs Industrial Compostable Packaging
The material and the claim should match the composting environment available to the end user.
HOME / 01
Ambient, less controlled conditions
Home-Compostable Packaging
Requires evidence that the complete package can break down appropriately under home-composting conditions.
- Environment
- Home compost setting
- Supporting documents
- Complete package
- Communication
- Specific, qualified claim
INDUSTRIAL / 02
Controlled commercial conditions
Industrial-Compostable Packaging
Designed for controlled commercial composting conditions and should be qualified where suitable facilities are limited.
- Environment
- Commercial facility
- Supporting documents
- Applicable standard
- Communication
- Facility availability noted
Product protection first
Barrier & Sealing for Compostable Pouches
A compostable material still has to protect the product and close reliably through the full shelf life.
Moisture Barrier
Important for dry foods, powders and hygroscopic products.
Specify against product need
Oxygen & Aroma Barrier
Important for coffee, tea, spices and oxidation-sensitive products.
Check the complete structure
Heat Sealing
The sealant must match the pouch format and filling process.
Confirm operating window
Storage Conditions
Humidity and temperature can affect some compostable materials differently from conventional laminates.
Test under realistic conditions
Final barrier and sealing performance depends on the complete material structure and product requirements.
Pouch formats
Compostable Pouch Styles
Compostable material structures can be developed into several pouch styles where the barrier and sealing requirements are suitable.
01Stand Up Pouches
For snacks, coffee, supplements and retail products.
02Flat Pouches
For samples, powders and compact portions.
03Kraft Paper Pouches
For brands that want a paper-facing compostable option.
Roll Stock Film
For compatible automated packing equipment and material structures.
Claims & certification
Compostable Packaging Claims & Certification
Compostable claims should be specific to the complete package and supported by the appropriate documentation.
Claims & DocumentationStructure + condition + market
Complete Structure
Films, adhesives, inks, zippers and labels all need to fit the claim being made.
Composting Condition
Clearly distinguish home composting from industrial composting.
Target Market
Use compostable packaging only where the target market has a suitable collection and composting option.
No. Compostable packaging is designed to break down under defined composting conditions and should be supported by the relevant standard or certification. “Biodegradable” is a broader term and does not by itself define the disposal conditions or time frame.
Potentially, if the chosen material provides the required aroma, oxygen and moisture protection and fits the intended composting option.
No. Kraft can be laminated with conventional plastic or foil, so the complete structure determines the claim.
Custom packaging programs start from 100 pcs, subject to the final material, size, printing and features.
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Request Compostable Packaging
Send your product, pouch style, shelf-life needs, quantity, target market and whether you need home- or industrial-compostable packaging. We can recommend suitable material options for custom packaging from 100 pcs.
MOQ from 100 pcs Custom material structures Multiple pouch formats Material & sample support
