Vacuum seal bag
Textured barrier film, embossed channels500 minimum · 8 to 10 business daysA vacuum seal bag is a printed pouch built with a textured, channeled barrier film that lets a vacuum sealer pull air out through the embossed grooves and hold that seal without air leaking back in over time, unlike a smooth-film bag. We produce them from 500 units, ready in about 8 to 10 business days after proof.
When to choose it, and when not to
Choose a vacuum seal bag for a meat, seafood, cheese, or bulk food brand that vacuum seals product for freezer storage or shipping, where the embossed channel structure is what actually lets the vacuum pull and hold.
Choose a standard barrier pouch instead if you're not running the bag through a vacuum sealer. A smooth-film pouch is cheaper and works fine for a zipper-close or heat-seal product that isn't vacuum packed.
Specifications
| Film | Textured multi-layer barrier film with embossed vacuum channels |
|---|---|
| Seal | High-barrier heat seal rated to hold a pulled vacuum |
| Format | Flat pouch, sized open on one end for your vacuum sealer |
| Up to 10 color rotogravure, full coverage | |
| Compatibility | Runs on standard chamber and external vacuum sealers |
| Minimum | 500 units |
| Lead time | 8 to 10 business days after proof |
| Prototype | On request; timing confirmed in your quote |
| Sizes we run | 6 x 10 in (single portion) 10 x 14 in (bulk or family portion) custom size for your product |
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Questions people ask
Does the textured film work with both chamber and external vacuum sealers?
Yes, the embossed channel structure is designed to let air pull evenly on either sealer type. Send us your sealer model if you want us to confirm compatibility.
Will the seal actually hold long-term in a freezer?
The barrier film and seal are rated for standard freezer storage. We'd recommend a test run with your specific product and fill before committing to a full production order, since fatty or moist products can affect long-term seal performance.
Can you print full branding on a vacuum-textured bag?
Yes, full CMYK print runs on the smooth print area of the film. The embossed texture sits underneath and doesn't interfere with print quality.
What's the difference between this and a standard barrier pouch?
The embossing creates channels that let a vacuum sealer actually pull air out efficiently. A smooth-film pouch will vacuum seal poorly or not at all on most home and commercial vacuum sealers.
Can you size the bag for an odd-shaped product like a whole roast?
Yes, send us your product's rough dimensions and we'll size the bag with enough clearance to seal cleanly around it.
Is this food safe for direct contact with raw meat and seafood?
Yes, the film is food-grade and rated for direct contact. Tell us your specific product if you have any additional compliance requirements.
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