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Tin Tie Coffee Bag And Resealable Zipper Coffee Bag, Which One Do You Choose?

2022-09-13

The packaging of coffee beans is an environmental factor that protects them from your roaster to your customers. In order for customers to enjoy the origin, complex aroma and flavor of coffee, roasters must ensure that coffee is packaged and stored efficiently to protect these characteristics . So investing in the right packaging material helps preserve the coffee's characteristics.

However, the way the package is sealed also requires attention.

Tin ties and zippers are two of the most common and convenient ways roasters use to seal coffee bags or pouches. However, they are not the same when it comes to maintaining coffee freshness.

tin tie coffee bag

Tin Tie Coffee Packaging

Tin ties can be made from a single material or a combination of plastic, paper and metal. They are a very affordable solution for many businesses, including coffee roasters. The tin tie can be easily reclosed by rolling the bag to the desired height and folding the tin strap over to hold the bag in place. The tin tie adheres securely to the top of the Coffee Bag when closed, but allows you to open the bag when needed, ensuring the coffee remains completely fresh and fragrant.

For many roasters, using tin tie can help save money, and they can be attached to the coffee bag by hand. Also, they can be taken out of the packaging and reused.

It cannot be overlooked that tin ties cannot provide a 100% hermetic seal. For frequently purchased and consumed items, such as bread, this is sufficient. For a bag of coffee that is expected to stay fresh for several weeks, a tin tie may not be the most effective option.

ziplock coffee packaging

Many businesses use zipper profiles to create resealable product packaging, especially coffee packaging, often using single-track zippers. The zipper provides a tight seal that keeps oxygen and moisture out, helping to prolong the life of your coffee. A zipper is added to the filled and sealed coffee bag. The user is instructed to open the top of the bag and use the zipper below to close it. The resealable zipper also ensures that the coffee retains the complex aroma and flavor, which is also suitable for different types of coffee sachets.

Choose the best option for your coffee packaging

Based on MSTPACK's 30 years of experience in the coffee packaging industry, many roasters tend to use a combination of the two.

Depending on the volume of coffee being packaged, tin ties are an affordable option that may be suitable for smaller roasters. For those who use a vent valve and pack relatively small volumes immediately after baking, tin tape can provide an adequate seal for a limited time.

A larger volume of coffee might work better with a zipper because it opens and closes more often.

Don't forget sustainability. Choosing how to reseal a coffee bag is just one of many decisions a roaster needs to make during the packaging process. MSTPACK offers fully recyclable or compostable coffee packaging, including recyclable or compostable degassing valves, zippers, and recyclable tin ties.

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