Custom printed flat-bottom box pouch with side gussets and a squared base

    Pouches

    Custom Printed Flat-Bottom Box Pouches

    Custom printed flat-bottom box pouches have a rectangular base and two side gussets, so they stand square like a carton but ship flat and weigh far less. Five panels give you room for branding, your story and product details.

    • Flat, stable base
    • Five printable panels
    • Zipper and tear-notch options

    Common uses

    Specialty coffee, granola and cereal, premium pet food and treats, loose-leaf tea, baking mixes and gourmet foods. The box shape stacks neatly on store shelves and in shipping cartons, and it looks at home in a grocery aisle or a boutique.

    Material options

    Flat-bottom pouches are laminated for stiffness, so the box shape holds after filling. The structure pairs a printed polypropylene or polyethylene outer film with a polyethylene sealant layer. Metallized film gives coffee and pet food pouches an opaque, premium look, and a clear or white film suits granola, tea and baking mixes.

    Print and finishing

    Every panel can be printed, including the base and both side gussets, which is handy for ingredients or brewing instructions. Options include a resealable zipper, applied in house, plus tear notches, a matte or gloss look and a clear window on the side gusset.

    Sizing your pouch

    We size the base and gussets to the volume you need to fill and the look you want, from tall and narrow to short and wide. A current package or a sample you like is a quick way to show us what you are after.

    Why choose Metro

    Your pouch is printed, laminated and formed in one Brooklyn plant, and one team checks the print from the first proof to the finished pouch. Typical lead time is 3–4 weeks after artwork approval.

    Flat-Bottom Box Pouches FAQ

    How is a flat-bottom pouch different from a stand-up pouch?

    A stand-up pouch has a folded bottom gusset and a rounded base when filled. A flat-bottom pouch has a squared base and side gussets, which gives it a box shape and more printable panels.

    Can the side gussets be printed?

    Yes. All five panels can carry print. The side gussets are a good place for ingredients, instructions or a second product view.

    Are flat-bottom pouches resealable?

    They can be. We add a resealable zipper with a tear notch so the pouch opens cleanly and closes again.

    Is a flat-bottom pouch the same as a quad-seal pouch?

    They are close cousins. A quad-seal pouch is defined by four vertical corner seals that give sharp edges, while a flat-bottom pouch is built around its flat, stable base. Our team can help you choose.