
Recyclable side gusset bag is a kind of eco-friendly flexible packaging side gusset bag that made from recyclable mono plastic materials, which is a sustainbale packaging solution for food and non-food industries like coffee, snacks and pet food. The side gusset bags feature two expanded side gussets and a bottom sealing, leaving the top opening for fillng products.



Recyclable side gusset bags are made entirely of mono-material plastic (PE/PE laminated), these pouches are fully recyclable and meet food contact regulation requirements in both the United States and Europe. And these mono PE side gusset bags can meet the recycling requirement of How2Recycle in the USA and CEFLEX in Europe.

Why Choose Recyclable Side Gusset Bags?
1. 100% Recyclable Mono-Material Structure
- Made from mono structure like MDOPE/EVOH-PE, both the inner and outer layers are PE films and an EVOH coating for maximum barrier protection.
- Fully recyclable for Recycling Stream #4 as flexible plastics.
- The mono-material structure ensures easy recycling while maintaining excellent packaging performance.
2. High Barrier Protection
The high barrier recyclable pouch provides superior protection against:
- Moisture
- Oxygen
- Light
- Aroma
This makes the recyclable pouches perfect for preserving the freshness and flavors of food products like coffee beans, tea , nuts, rice and pet food.
3. Functional and Appealing Looking
- Side Gussets: Can Expand easily to hold more products.
- Heat-Sealed Bottom: Ensures the bag stands upright after filling, enhancing shelf appealing.
- One-way Degassing Valve (optional): The valve is made of PE materials and imported from WIPF(Switzerland). The one-way valve prevents oxygen from entering, preserving the flavor and freshness of coffee beans.
Feature of recyclable side gusset bag
- Type: Recyclable side gusset bag, also called side gusset pouch and side gusseted bag
- Eco-Friendly Materials: Made entirely of LDPE (Level 4 recyclable material), providing a more sustainable alternative to traditional plastic laminates.
- Barrier Properties: moisture, oxygen, and light resistance
- Meets Food Safety Standards: Compliant with direct food contact regulations in both the US and EU.
- Customization Options: Add with valve, window, tear notch and custom printing.

Materials of Recyclable Side Gusset Bag
There are three main types of eco friendly three side seal pouch packaging including recyclable, biodegradable and compostable flat bottom pouches.
2-layer recyclable pouch: PE/PE, MDOPE/EVOH-PE
Usage: Food packaging like tea, candy, nuts, dried fruit, beef jerky. Non-food packaging like facial mask, clothing, jewelry and so on.
3-layer recyclable pouch: MDOPE/BOPE/PE, MDOPE/VMBOP/PE
Usage: Coffee, organic food, tea, dry food, protein powder sachet, etc.