Print runs up to 9 gravure colors on film from 50 to 200 microns. MOQ is 10,000 pcs per printed design, or 1,000 pcs on stock bags.
Product Parameters
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Name |
Custom printed stand-up pouch for cat treats, 60 g / 200 g, zipper, up to 9-color gravure |
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Material Options |
Laminate Material 4. Food grade material or customized5.Durable & Cost-Effective |
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Capacity(Size) |
1. 6x8cm, 6x11cm, 8x11cm, 8x15cm, 10x15cm, 11x16cm, 13x18cm, 14x19cm, 15x22cm, 17x24cm, 18x26cm, 18x31cm, 21x31cm, 23x35cm, 36x35cm, 30x42cm |
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Printing |
Up to 9 colors, CMYK/Pantone .Embossing,hot stamping,matte or glossy lamination,varnishing, UV coating etc. * Flexographic Printing |
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Design |
AI,PDF,CDR,PSD,etc. |
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MOQ |
10,000 PCS Bags |
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Stock bags could be in small quantities |
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Samples |
Free similar sample is available in our stock for checing quality |
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Sample will be shipped by courier |
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Delivery cost can be negotiated |
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Feature |
High-barrier foil or metallized structures; |
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Deliver Time |
7-15 days (If large quantity,more days are needed) |
60g/200g Fill Guide
A gram figure means nothing without the treat type. Freeze-dried meat weighs a fifth of what a soft treat weighs per litre, so the same pouch holds very different fill weights.
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Treat format |
Bulk density |
60 g fills |
200 g fills |
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Freeze-dried meat |
0.10–0.15 kg/L |
10×15 to 13×18 cm |
17×24 to 18×26 cm |
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Soft and chewy, incl. pill pockets |
0.8–1.0 kg/L |
8×11 to 10×15 cm |
11×16 cm |
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Catnip and botanicals |
0.12–0.20 kg/L |
10×15 cm |
15×22 to 17×24 cm |
Quote the fill weight and the treat format; we confirm the pouch size by test fill before tooling.
Treat Format to Structure
Freeze-dried treats. Fat runs 10–25% with almost no moisture left, so the enemy is oxygen, not water. Freeze-dried chicken in a clear window pouch goes rancid on the shelf long before its date code. Structure: PET/AL/PE with a nitrogen flush at filling; 18–24 months shelf life.
Soft and chewy treats, including pill pockets. Moisture in, moisture out. Too dry and they turn to leather; too humid and they mold. Pill pockets are the most demanding of the group because they are moist, high in fat, and the cat has to smell them through the pouch. Structure: foil or VMPET barrier with a sealant chosen for fat contact; 12–18 months.
Catnip and botanicals. The active is nepetalactone, a volatile. Cats reject a pouch that has lost its smell. Structure: foil laminate, and the pouch should sit sealed until it reaches the shelf.
Barrier and Shelf Life
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Structure |
OTR |
WVTR |
Shelf life |
Recyclable |
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PET/AL/PE |
<0.5 cc/m²/day |
<0.5 g/m²/day |
18–24 months |
No |
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PET/VMPET/PE |
0.5–2 |
1–3 |
12–18 months |
No |
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Mono-PE + EVOH |
2–5 (rises in humid climates) |
3–5 |
9–12 months |
Yes |
Figures are typical for 60–100 micron laminates. Nitrogen flush at filling keeps residual headspace oxygen below 2% - for freeze-dried treats this matters more than the film choice itself.
Oil and the Seal Edge
There is no "grease-proof liner" inside a laminate pouch - the layers are bonded films, and oil resistance is engineered in two places: the sealant layer that touches the product, and the seal edges where fat wicks along the inner film and stains the print. Oily treats need a sealant rated for fat contact and a seal width set to the fat content of the recipe. Tell us the fat coating percentage and the seal edge is specified for it, not guessed.
Product-related information
What are the best materials for pet treat packaging?
The ideal packaging material depends on shelf-life requirements, fat/oil content, and brand positioning:
- Flexible Plastics (PE / PP): Highly durable, puncture-resistant, and cost-effective, providing excellent basic moisture protection.
- High-Barrier Laminated Films (PET / AL / PE): Incorporates aluminum foil or metallized layers to deliver superior barrier protection against oxygen, light, and humidity-essential for preserving flavor and extending shelf life for high-fat or freeze-dried treats.
- Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Options: Recyclable mono-material structures (e.g., All-PE), kraft paper laminates, and industrially compostable films are increasingly favored by eco-conscious brands.
Why is high-barrier protection essential in pet food packaging?
Barrier performance directly impacts product freshness, safety, and shelf stability:
- Prevents Oxidation & Rancidity: Blocks oxygen ingress to prevent the degradation of essential fats and nutrients.
- Moisture Control: Prevents dry treats from absorbing ambient moisture (which causes mold) and keeps soft/chewy treats from drying out.
- Aroma & Light Protection: Blocks UV radiation and seals in natural flavors, ensuring maximum palatable appeal when opened by the consumer.
What packaging features do pet owners value most?
Consumer purchasing decisions are driven by convenience, durability, and visual appeal:
- User Convenience: Resealable press-to-close zippers, tear notches for easy opening, and stable stand-up pouch designs.
- E-Commerce & Supply Chain Durability: High burst-strength and puncture resistance to withstand transit stress without seal failure or leaking.
- Sustainability & Branding: Recyclable certification logos, matte/gloss selective finishes, transparent window options, and vibrant high-definition custom printing to maximize shelf impact.
Qualification Certificate
Zipper and Retail Details
At 60–200 g the right zipper is a standard press-to-close: the pouch mouth is narrow enough to close by hand across its full width, so sliders and pocket zips add cost without adding seal quality. The zipper sits below the tear notch, so the first opening tears the film above it and the zipper survives for re-closure. Retail formats on this page carry a hang hole for peg display; confirm hole position against your store's hook standard.
FAQ
Q1: What is the MOQ for custom cat treat pouches?
A:Custom gravure-printed pouches run at 10,000 pcs per design. Printing on available stock bags starts at 1,000 pcs, and plain stock bags are available at 1,000 pcs.
Q2: Can I get a sample to check quality?
A: Stock samples are free, you pay the courier. A customized printed sample costs USD 150 per style, refunded when your order value reaches USD 200,000. Paid plates are kept in our warehouse and reused free if the design does not change within two years.
Q3: Is design work provided?
A: Yes. Our 8-person design team prepares artwork free of charge. Send drafts in AI, PDF, TIF, PSD or JPG; higher resolution files move faster.
Q4: How long do freeze-dried treats last in these pouches?
A: In PET/AL/PE foil laminate with a nitrogen flush, 18–24 months. In a clear window pouch the same treat oxidizes in a fraction of that time - freeze-dried fat needs an oxygen barrier, not a moisture barrier.
Q5: Our soft treats go hard in the bag. Why?
A: Moisture is migrating out through the film or the seal. Soft treats need a foil or metallized barrier and a sealant chosen for the recipe's fat and moisture. Reseal the zipper after every opening; a PTC zipper alone does not replace barrier film.
Q6: Can the pouch keep catnip smell from fading?
A: The aroma compound is volatile, and only foil stops it long-term. We print catnip pouches on foil laminate and keep the bag sealed until it reaches the shelf. Any window in the structure is a slow leak of exactly the property the cat pays for.
Q7: Fat is leaking at the seal edges and staining the print. Can you fix it?
A: Yes. Seal-edge wicking is a sealant and seal-width problem, not a barrier problem. Send the fat percentage of the treat and we re-specify the inner layer and the seal width.
Q8: Is there a recyclable option?
A: Yes, a mono-PE structure with an EVOH core. Shelf life is 9–12 months and the oxygen barrier drops in humid climates, so it suits treats turned within a year. See our recyclable cat food packaging line for details.
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