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Custom Flat-Bottom Pouches

Custom printed flat-bottom pouches for coffee, pet food, snacks and dry goods. A rectangular base and side gussets create a box-shaped pack with five printable panels. Choose your dimensions, material, finish and closures, then request a custom quote. Review and approve your artwork proof before production.

Five printable panelsStandard or custom sizesQuoted to your specs
  • Free standard shipping in Canada & the USA
  • Custom dimensions and printing
  • Digital proof approval before production.
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Blue Morro Coffee Roasters flat-bottom pouch with cream side gussets, coral graphics and a rectangular base on a warm beige studio background
Side gussetsRoom for your product
Resealable optionsOptional zipper closures
Five print panelsFront, back, sides & base
Rectangular baseA defined shelf footprint

A flat base.
More shelf presence.

Flat-bottom bags, also called box pouches, combine a rectangular base with side gussets for a defined shelf footprint. Five printable panels give your brand room on the front, back, sides and base. Use them for coffee beans, pet food, snacks and other dry goods; choose the material around your product’s protection needs.

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  • Coffee beans & tea

    Roasted beans, ground coffee and loose tea.

  • Powders & supplements

    Protein powders, greens and daily blends.

  • Pet food & treats

    Kibble, dry treats and training bites.

  • Snacks & dry foods

    Chips, nuts, granola and dried fruit.

  • Grains & pantry goods

    Rice, grains, pulses and pantry staples.

  • Baking mixes

    Flour, oats and dry baking mixes.

Choose the material
for your product.

Ask for a recyclable flat-bottom construction suited to your product and intended collection stream. Window, barrier and finish choices depend on the complete pouch structure.

Structure: Construction confirmed with quote

  • Structure to confirm
  • Local collection matters

Close-up of a mint and blue Goodtrail dog-treat pouch with a bone-shaped clear window on a warm cream background

Recyclable options

Construction confirmed with quote

Best for
Brands prioritizing a recyclable specification for dry goods, with product protection and local collection checked together.

Built around your product.
Finished for your brand.

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Assorted custom printed pouches arranged around a pale background

Your size. Your fit.

  • Width
  • Height
  • Side & bottom gussets

Plan around your fill volume and shelf space.

Flat-bottom pouch sizes.

Choose standard or custom dimensions for the width, height, side gussets and base. Check your product’s fill volume, the shelf footprint and the opening your filling equipment needs.

Close-up of a textured blue Boost Cous couscous pouch with cream lettering and a light blue illustration

Your artwork. Your finish.

Upload Your Artwork
  • Matte
  • Gloss
  • Soft-touch

Five panels. One brand.

Create custom printed flat-bottom bags with your logo, colours and artwork across the front, back, sides and base. Plan the design around folds and seals, then choose a compatible matte, gloss, soft-touch or kraft finish.

Person holding a blue Brisa coffee pouch with a resealable zipper and a degassing valve

Choose your features.

ZippersResealable options
WindowsClear or frosted
Valves

Closures for the way you pack.

Explore resealable zippers, including tab-and-pull options, and a one-way degassing valve for roasted coffee. Window, closure and sealing requirements are confirmed for your chosen construction.

See and approve
before production.

Expert review. Your final approval.

Hands holding a cream Folio coffee bag to inspect a flat-bottom pouch sample

Feel the physical sample.

Check the rectangular base, side gussets, opening and closure with your actual product. Ask which flat-bottom samples are available for fit and filling trials.

Custom pouch artwork proofs with red trim and safe-area guides

Your digital proof

Check your artwork, placement and pouch details. Approve the proof or request revisions before production begins.

Production starts after your approval.

Check the artwork proof.

Review artwork across all five panels, including folds, seal areas and the base. Your dieline proof checks placement; it does not replace a fill trial or shelf-life testing.

More than
just a pouch.

Print quality, material choices and practical support for the way you pack.

  • 90-day pouch warranty

    Backed against manufacturing defects, including print, material and seal issues. Contact our team if something isn’t right with your order.

  • Food-grade materials

    Made with food-grade materials. Choose a structure and features that suit your product, storage and packing process.

  • Co-packer & filling fit

    Check the flat base, side gussets, top opening and sealing area with your filling team. Use a sample to confirm handling and machine compatibility before ordering.

  • Quality printing

    Custom artwork and a choice of finishes, supported by expert review and a digital proof for your approval before production.

Your flat-bottom pouches.
Three simple steps.

Configure your bag, accept your quote, then approve the artwork before we print.

  1. Packing Pigeon builder showing standard and custom pouch sizes

    Configure & request a quote

    Select flat-bottom dimensions, material, quantity and features. Submit the configuration so our team can confirm pricing and production timing.

  2. Hands opening a purple Packing Pigeon mailer on a warm brown background

    Approve your proof

    Review your artwork and placement on a digital proof. Request changes or approve it before production.

  3. Purple Packing Pigeon shipping box with Your order has arrived printed on the front

    We print and deliver

    Production begins after payment and artwork approval. Receive tracking when your pouches ship.

Brands that trust Packing Pigeon.

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Best company to work with, especially if you are a new business. Exceptional customer service, straight to the point.

Viktoriia CherniavskaiaGoogle review · excerpt

Awesome company. Quality printing, good prices and fast shipping.

The Eco AlchemistGoogle review · excerpt

We had an outstanding experience working with this team. The service was exceptional from start to finish, attentive, proactive, and incredibly reliable.

Les Jardins de l’écoumèneGoogle review · excerpt

The pouch from the Packing Pigeon exceeded my expectations. The color is vibrant and true to the design, and the overall quality is exceptional.

Rudel SimonGoogle review · excerpt

Best company to work with, especially if you are a new business. Exceptional customer service, straight to the point.

Viktoriia CherniavskaiaGoogle review · excerpt

Awesome company. Quality printing, good prices and fast shipping.

The Eco AlchemistGoogle review · excerpt

We had an outstanding experience working with this team. The service was exceptional from start to finish, attentive, proactive, and incredibly reliable.

Les Jardins de l’écoumèneGoogle review · excerpt

The pouch from the Packing Pigeon exceeded my expectations. The color is vibrant and true to the design, and the overall quality is exceptional.

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Flat-bottom pouch FAQs.

From the box-shaped base to your artwork, fill and first quote.

What is a flat-bottom pouch?

A flat-bottom pouch is a flexible bag with a rectangular base and side gussets. It is also called a box pouch, flat bottom bag or box bottom bag. The format gives you five printable panels: the front, back, two sides and base.

How is it different from a stand-up pouch?

A flat-bottom bag has a defined rectangular base and side gussets, creating a box-shaped pack. A conventional stand-up pouch uses an expanding bottom gusset without the same box-shaped base and side panels. Choose around your product volume, shelf footprint, artwork and filling setup. Flat-bottom construction alone does not determine shelf life.

Are flat-bottom pouches the same as flat pouches?

No. Flat-bottom pouches have a formed base and side gussets. A flat or three-side-seal pouch is a different format with no gusset. Tell us whether you need a bag that stands on a shelf or a slim pack for a smaller fill.

Can I use flat-bottom bags for coffee?

Yes. Flat-bottom coffee bags can be configured with a resealable closure and an optional one-way degassing valve. Consider the roast, time between roasting and packing, oxygen and moisture barrier, and storage conditions. A valve releases gas; it does not replace a suitable barrier film or shelf-life testing.

What flat-bottom pouch sizes are available?

The builder includes 5 starting formats, with nominal capacities from 100 g to 2 kg, plus custom dimensions. These are size references, not guaranteed fill weights. Check width, height, side and bottom gussets with your actual product, including headspace and the opening required for filling.

Can I print my logo on the sides and bottom?

Yes. Plan your design across the front, back, both sides and base using the flat-bottom dieline. Folds and seals affect usable print areas, so keep key text and barcodes inside the safe areas. You approve the panel placement on a digital proof before production.

Which materials and closures can I choose?

Choose around your product’s oxygen, moisture, light and oil sensitivity. Ask about compatible barrier films, kraft constructions, recyclable or biodegradable specifications, resealable zippers, tab-and-pull closures and degassing valves. Your quote confirms which combinations are suitable; a pouch’s appearance does not establish its material or disposal route.

What is the minimum order and can I use multiple designs?

Minimum quantities are confirmed in your flat-bottom quotation, including the requirement for each artwork design. Provide the quantity for every flavour or SKU so the team can price the full run. Configure your flat-bottom quote to share the specification.

Can I get an instant price or order online?

Flat-bottom pouches currently require a custom quote. Configure your dimensions, material, quantity and features online, then submit them for pricing. The team confirms the commercial details before you accept the quote. The example prices on our stand-up pouch page do not apply to this format.

Will the bags work with my co-packer or filling machine?

Confirm the top opening, zipper position, seal area, filled dimensions and handling requirements with your co-packer. A flat base does not guarantee machine compatibility. Ask for an appropriate sample and run a filling and sealing trial before committing to the specification.

Can I check a physical sample and artwork proof first?

Request a sample to check the format, material feel, closure and fill. Availability depends on the construction. Your digital proof separately shows artwork on the dieline, including the side panels and base. Production starts after payment and final artwork approval.

How long will production and delivery take?

Your flat-bottom quote confirms production timing for the selected construction and quantity. Allow time for artwork preparation, revisions and approval before production, plus shipping transit afterward. Free standard shipping in Canada and the United States. See the shipping policy for coverage details.

What if there is a manufacturing issue?

Our 90-day pouch warranty covers manufacturing defects. Contact the team with your order number, photos and a description of the issue. See the Returns & Refunds policy for reporting requirements and remedies.

What are the technical specifications?

Your flat-bottom bag is configured around the product. The final specification confirms its dimensions, material, print and compatible features.

Structure and dimensions

Format
Rectangular flat base, front and back panels, and two side gussets.
Dimensions
Width, height, side gussets and bottom gusset, confirmed on your specification.
Size selection
Standard formats or custom dimensions. Capacity depends on the product and fill level.

Materials and printing

Construction
Select the film or kraft laminate around barrier, sealing and disposal requirements.
Artwork
Five printable panels: front, back, two sides and base. Respect folds, seals and safe areas.
Finish
Matte, gloss, soft-touch or kraft, where compatible with the construction.

Closures and filling

Zippers
Resealable options include tab-and-pull, subject to construction compatibility.
Valve
An optional one-way degassing valve for products such as roasted coffee.
Fit check
Confirm opening, seal area and machine handling with your filling team using a suitable sample.

Ready for your
flat-bottom pouch?

Configure your size, material and print for a custom flat-bottom bag quote.