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001 / Glossary
MOQ
MOQ means minimum order quantity: the smallest production quantity a supplier will accept. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
002 / Glossary
Plate fee
A plate fee is setup cost for analog print plates used in traditional printing. Plate fees can make multi-SKU launches expensive before any pouches are produced.
003 / Glossary
Dieline
A dieline is the production template that shows pouch panels, folds, bleed, seal areas, and cut lines. Artwork built on the wrong dieline can delay proofing or create production errors.
004 / Glossary
OTR
OTR means oxygen transmission rate, a measure of how much oxygen passes through a film. Coffee, nuts, jerky, supplements, and oxygen-sensitive products may need lower OTR materials.
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001 / MOQ
MOQ
MOQ means minimum order quantity: the smallest production quantity a supplier will accept. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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002 / Plate fee
Plate fee
A plate fee is setup cost for analog print plates used in traditional printing. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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003 / Dieline
Dieline
A dieline is the production template that shows pouch panels, folds, bleed, seal areas, and cut lines. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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004 / OTR
OTR
OTR means oxygen transmission rate, a measure of how much oxygen passes through a film. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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005 / MVTR
MVTR
MVTR means moisture vapor transmission rate, a measure of moisture passing through packaging film. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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006 / Gusset
Gusset
A gusset is an expandable fold that gives a pouch volume and shape. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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007 / Side gusset
Side gusset
A side gusset expands from the sides and is common in coffee and dry goods bags. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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008 / Bottom gusset
Bottom gusset
A bottom gusset expands at the base so a pouch can stand upright. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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009 / Flat-bottom pouch
Flat-bottom pouch
A flat-bottom pouch has a structured base and side panels for premium shelf blocking. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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010 / Stand-up pouch
Stand-up pouch
A stand-up pouch uses a bottom gusset to sit upright on shelf. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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011 / Spout fitment
Spout fitment
A spout fitment is the plastic dispensing component attached to a pouch. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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012 / Tear notch
Tear notch
A tear notch is a small cut that helps users open a pouch cleanly. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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013 / Hang hole
Hang hole
A hang hole lets a pouch hang on retail pegs. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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014 / Degassing valve
Degassing valve
A degassing valve lets gas escape while limiting oxygen entry. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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015 / Tin tie
Tin tie
A tin tie is a closure strip often used on coffee bags. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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016 / Reclosable zipper
Reclosable zipper
A reclosable zipper lets users reseal a pouch after opening. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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017 / Child-resistant zipper
Child-resistant zipper
A child-resistant zipper is designed to make opening harder for children. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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018 / High-barrier film
High-barrier film
High-barrier film slows oxygen, moisture, aroma, or light transfer. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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019 / Mono-material film
Mono-material film
Mono-material film is built mostly from one material family to support recyclability goals. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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020 / Recyclable film
Recyclable film
Recyclable film is designed for a recycling stream where collection and processing exist. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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021 / Compostable pouch
Compostable pouch
A compostable pouch is designed to break down under specific composting conditions. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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022 / Kraft-look film
Kraft-look film
Kraft-look film gives a natural paper-like appearance while still using flexible packaging layers. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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023 / Soft-touch finish
Soft-touch finish
Soft-touch finish gives a velvety tactile feel to printed packaging. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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024 / Matte laminate
Matte laminate
Matte laminate reduces shine and creates a calmer premium finish. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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025 / Gloss laminate
Gloss laminate
Gloss laminate creates a shiny, high-contrast printed surface. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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026 / Spot gloss
Spot gloss
Spot gloss applies gloss effect only to selected artwork areas. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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027 / Cold seal
Cold seal
Cold seal uses pressure-sensitive adhesive instead of heat to seal certain packs. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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028 / Heat seal
Heat seal
Heat seal joins packaging layers using heat and pressure. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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029 / Seal strength
Seal strength
Seal strength measures how well a pouch seal resists opening or failure. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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030 / Fin seal
Fin seal
A fin seal joins two material edges with the seam protruding like a fin. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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031 / Lap seal
Lap seal
A lap seal overlaps material edges to create a flatter seam. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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032 / Rollstock
Rollstock
Rollstock is printed film supplied on rolls for form-fill-seal equipment. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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033 / Premade pouch
Premade pouch
A premade pouch is manufactured before filling and supplied ready to pack. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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034 / Variable data printing
Variable data printing
Variable data printing changes codes, text, or graphics across units or versions. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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035 / Digital proof
Digital proof
A digital proof is an approval file showing artwork, copy, layout, and production intent. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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036 / Press proof
Press proof
A press proof is a production-like printed proof used for higher confidence. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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037 / Color delta
Color delta
Color delta measures difference between target and produced color. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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038 / CMYK
CMYK
CMYK is the cyan, magenta, yellow, and black color model used in printing. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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039 / White ink layer
White ink layer
A white ink layer can sit behind artwork on clear or metallic films. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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040 / Barcode quiet zone
Barcode quiet zone
A barcode quiet zone is the blank space around a barcode required for scanning. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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041 / QR code traceability
QR code traceability
QR code traceability links packaging to batch, sourcing, authenticity, or customer information. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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042 / Batch code
Batch code
A batch code identifies a production batch. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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043 / Lot code
Lot code
A lot code identifies a lot of product or packaging for tracking. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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044 / Serialization
Serialization
Serialization gives individual units unique identifiers. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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045 / Retort pouch
Retort pouch
A retort pouch is designed for heat processing of shelf-stable foods. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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046 / Freezer-grade film
Freezer-grade film
Freezer-grade film is selected for low-temperature handling and storage. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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047 / Aroma barrier
Aroma barrier
Aroma barrier limits odor or flavor loss through packaging film. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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048 / Oxygen scavenger
Oxygen scavenger
An oxygen scavenger helps reduce oxygen inside a package. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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049 / Headspace
Headspace
Headspace is the empty space between product fill and package top. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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050 / Fill weight
Fill weight
Fill weight is the amount of product packed into each pouch. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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051 / Case pack
Case pack
Case pack is the number of units packed into a shipping case. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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052 / Reorder point
Reorder point
Reorder point is the inventory level that triggers a new order. Learn why it matters for custom printed pouches, low MOQ launches, and quote planning.
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