Cost Savings with Stand Up Pouch Packaging

Introduction

For many brands, the decision starts with one question: will pouches save money? Yes—and not just on unit price. Learn the details in our pillar guide on applications & trends, including how savings align with your category.

Material Efficiency

• Up to 70% less material per unit vs rigid.
• Lower resin/paper/foil usage and environmental impact.

See how this compares to rigid options in the pouch vs rigid comparison and the broader pillar.

Shipping & Logistics

• One truckload of unfilled pouches ≈ 10–15 truckloads of rigid containers.
• Brands report 50–70% freight reductions.

Align these gains with your market using the industry applications pillar.

Storage Advantages

• 1 pallet of unfilled pouches ≈ 8–10 pallets of rigid.
• Lower storage costs and more room for finished goods.

Compare cube utilization in the format comparison.

Print & Design Flexibility

• Short runs via digital reduce setup fees.
• Faster design changes and seasonal SKUs.

See which categories benefit most in the Best Uses page and revisit the pillar for context.

Case Example: Snack Brand

• 35% lower packaging material costs
• ~60% freight reduction
• Freed warehouse space to expand inventory

More case studies are available on our Reviews & Case Studies page and summarized throughout the pillar.