Sorbar Custom Packaging
Expandable side panels create room for larger fills, from coffee and tea to bulk dry foods and pet products. Optional degassing valves and tin ties; digital printing from 1,000 pcs per design.
Free design template · Samples for test filling · Reply within 1 business day
Features
Choose the features your product needs. Positions and combinations are confirmed against the material structure and production process.
Folds and secures the top after opening; not an airtight seal.
Lets roasted coffee release gas while limiting outside air entry.
Space for branding, product details and preparation instructions.
Folded side panels expand for larger fills.
Standing ability depends on the base construction and contents.
Side gusset bags feature folded side panels that expand as the bag is filled, creating room for larger product volumes while remaining compact when empty. Commonly used for coffee, tea, dry foods and pet products, this format combines generous capacity with a familiar retail appearance.
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum order quantity | Digital printing: 1,000 pouches per design. Gravure printing: 10,000 pouches per design. |
| Standard lead time | Digital printing: 10-12 working days. Gravure printing: 15-18 working days. Larger orders may require more time; the confirmed order schedule applies. |
| Size range | Custom width × height × side gusset. Available dimensions are confirmed based on fill weight, product volume and bag structure. |
| Certifications & compliance | Food-contact suitability and supporting documentation must be confirmed for the selected materials and destination market. Third-party testing can be arranged according to your requirements. |
Typical applications include whole-bean and ground coffee, loose-leaf tea, grains, dry ingredients, snacks, pet food and pet treats. Material selection should account for product weight, oils, aroma retention, filling conditions and shelf-life targets.
Side gusset bags are not the same as bottom-gusset stand-up pouches or flat bottom bags. Their ability to stand depends on the base construction and contents, an important consideration for shelf display.
Share your product, fill weight, display needs and filling method with Sorbar to develop a suitable bag specification.
The right size must hold your product and also leave room for sealing, display and everyday use. Products of the same weight can need very different pouch sizes, so we recommend confirming the size based on the following:
The fill quantities below are for initial selection only. A listed size will not hold every product of the same weight; the final size should be confirmed with a physical fill test.
| Reference Fill Weight | Width × Height | Side Gusset |
|---|---|---|
| 250 g | 80 × 260 mm | 50 mm |
| 500 g | 85 × 360 mm | 60 mm |
| 1000 g | 135 × 390 mm | 90 mm |
| 2000 g | 170 × 495 mm | 110 mm |
Reference sizes only. Custom sizes are available. Your dimension drawing should state how the gusset is measured (unfolded width or single-side fold depth) to avoid misunderstanding.
Send Sorbar your product details, target fill quantity and filling method. We can recommend reference sizes and arrange samples for test filling, so you can check actual capacity, seal allowance and standing performance before confirming the production size.
If you have shelf-life requirements, please tell us as well, so we can evaluate the material structure and barrier needs. Shelf life cannot be guaranteed by pack size alone.
Customization Guide
From printing method to final lab testing, these are the decisions behind every custom order. Each step is explained in detail in our custom packaging guide.
Gravure suits stable, high-volume repeat orders with the lowest unit cost at scale. Digital printing needs no printing cylinders, so it fits trial launches, seasonal designs and multiple SKUs.
Read the guide →Choose glossy, matte, spot gloss/matte or hot stamping (gold/silver) based on brand style, product positioning and budget.
Read the guide →Regular, easy-tear and child-resistant zippers, tear notches, hang holes, rounded corners, windows, degassing valves and tin ties, selected for your product and use.
Read the guide →Print-ready AI or PDF files, 300 ppi images, outlined text, 3 mm bleed and CMYK or Pantone colors. Free design templates are available.
Read the guide →Agreed color standards, X-Rite spectrophotometer measurement, in-line print monitoring and manual inspection keep colors consistent across batches and repeat orders.
Read the guide →Leak, tensile, drop, heat-seal strength and zipper performance tests, defined by your pouch structure, fill weight and use conditions.
Read the guide →FAQ
Request a Quote
Share your product, fill weight, target market, order quantity and preferred dimensions. We will reply with a tailored recommendation and quotation, usually within 1 business day.
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