Top 5 Materials for Custom Snack Food Packaging

The global snack industry is growing fast, and so is the demand for custom snack food packaging that is sustainable, visually appealing, and designed to protect freshness. Whether you sell chips, nuts, dried fruits, granola, cookies, or healthy snacks, choosing the right packaging material is essential for both branding and food safety.

At Bio Pack, we help brands worldwide—choose the best eco-friendly snack packaging materials for their market. Below are the Top 5 Materials for Custom Snack Food Packaging that deliver sustainability, functionality, and high-barrier performance.

1. Kraft Paper Packaging (Recyclable & Natural Look)

Kraft paper has become a top choice for snack brands aiming for an organic, minimalist, or earthy brand style.

Why It Works for Snack Packaging

• 100% recyclable in most regions

• Provides a natural, eco-friendly image

• Works well with windowed snack bags

• Strong and tear-resistant

2. Compostable PLA & PBAT Films (Best for Zero-Waste Snack Brands)

PLA and PLA+PBAT blends offer fully compostable snack packaging made from plant-based materials such as corn starch or sugarcane.

Why Snack Brands Love It

• Certified compostable (industrial or home compost depending on film)

• Low carbon footprint

• Excellent for brands targeting sustainability and eco-conscious consumers

• Safe for direct contact with food

3. Recyclable Mono-Material PE & MDO-PE (Future-Proof, Retail-Approved)

As recycling systems improve, mono-material PE (including MDO-PE) is becoming the No.1 choice for recyclable snack food packaging.

Why It Works

• 100% curbside recyclable (in many countries)

• High barrier options available

• Excellent for lightweight snack packaging

• Supports vibrant full-color printing

4. Aluminum Foil Laminates (Best Barrier for Long Shelf Life)

If your snacks require higher protection against oxygen, moisture, oil, and UV—aluminum foil laminates remain one of the strongest packaging materials available.

Why Brands Choose It

• Highest barrier protection on the market

• Maintains crispiness and freshness

• Popular for premium and export snack brands

• Ideal for products with long shelf-life requirements

5. Bio-Based Sugarcane PE (Low Carbon & Recyclable)

Bio-based PE derived from sugarcane offers the same functionality as standard PE, but with a significantly lower carbon footprint.

Why Sustainable Snack Brands Use It

• Made from renewable resources

• Fully recyclable

• Suitable for medium–high barrier snack formats

• Perfect for brands wanting low-carbon packaging

Which Material Should You Choose for Snack Packaging?

Packaging Goal	Best Material
Compostable Snack Bags	PLA, PBAT, kraft + PLA
100% recyclable	Mono-PE / MDO-PE / Sugarcane PE
Hightest barrier protection	Aluminum foil laminates
Natural or organic brand style	Kraft paper
Low carbon footprint	Bio-based PE

Snack brands targeting markets also benefit from choosing eco-certified, recyclable, or compostable packaging to improve both compliance and consumer trust.

At Bio Pack, we specialize in supplying sustainable snack packaging made from:

• Compostable materials

• Recyclable mono-material films

• Bio-based eco materials

• High-barrier laminates

• FSC-certified kraft paper

We support both startups and large snack manufacturers worldwide with flexible MOQs, premium printing, and professional material guidance. Contact us for a free sample pack or custom quote today!