MATERIAL GUIDE
High Barrier Film for Food Packaging
A practical guide to high-barrier film considerations for products that need help managing exposure to moisture, oxygen, aroma or light.
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Suitable packaging
Where it can be relevant.
- Coffee, snacks, nuts, powders and other packaged foods
- Pouches and film formats where product protection is a key part of the brief
Advantages
Useful characteristics to consider.
- Can be designed around the protection priorities of the product
- Works across multiple flexible-packaging formats
Printing compatibility
Review material and artwork together.
The print method should be reviewed with the full film structure, artwork and order requirements.
Any food-contact, barrier or end-of-life requirement should be confirmed for the final construction and intended market.