Premium high-barrier solutions optimized for Costa Rica's specialty coffee beans, cold brew extracts, and ready-to-drink (RTD) liquid beverage distributions.
Navigating tropical microclimates, strict decarbonization mandates (Law #9703), and the rapid expansion of Ready-To-Drink (RTD) liquid coffee exports.
Costa Rica’s world-renowned specialty coffee producing regions—such as Tarrazú, Valle Central, West Valley, Orosi, and Brunca—are harvested at high altitudes but frequently packed and transported through tropical zones with relative humidity exceeding 85%. Roasted coffee beans rapidly absorb moisture and oxygen, leading to lipid oxidation, staling, and loss of delicate enzymatic aromas (floral, citrus, and honey notes).
To guarantee shelf stability from San José roasteries to retail shelves in North America, Europe, and Asia, coffee packaging must feature zero-tolerance oxygen barriers (OTR < 0.5 cc/m²/24hrs) and moisture vapor barriers (WVTR < 0.5 g/m²/24hrs). Incorporating high-grade Swiss WIPF one-way degassing valves allows CO2 evacuation while completely sealing off ambient humid air ingress.
Costa Rica is globally recognized for its eco-conservation leadership. Under the national National Decarbonization Plan 2018-2050 and strict single-use plastic reduction laws (Law #9703), local brands and exporter co-operatives (CoopeTarrazú, CoopeDota) require packaging partners capable of providing 100% recyclable mono-material PE pouches and industrial compostable materials (kraft/PLA laminates).
Our factory manufactures high-barrier Mono-PE (EVOH-PE) recyclable pouches that seamlessly pass international recycling streams (SPI code 4) while offering barrier performance equal to traditional multi-layer aluminum foils. This allows Costa Rican exporters to meet stringent EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) mandates without sacrificing product freshness.
Select the optimal material stack engineered for roasted whole beans, ground coffee, cold brew concentrate, and single-serve liquid RTD products.
| Packaging Format | Target Application | Material Layer Composition | Barrier Rating | Key Sustainability Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3L - 10L Bag-In-Box (BIB) | RTD Cold Brew, Liquid Concentrate, HoReCa Supply | NY/EVOH-PE inner bag + Kraft/Corrugated outer box | Ultra-High (Aseptic liquid filling) | 80% Plastic Reduction vs Rigid Drums |
| Flat Bottom 5-Panel Pouch | 250g / 500g / 1kg Whole Bean Roasted Coffee | Matte PET / AL / PE or Kraft / VMPET / PE | Maximum Oxygen & UV Shielding | High Shelf Stability & Premium Surface Finishing |
| Mono-PE Recyclable Pouch | Eco-Conscious Specialty Coffee Retail Packaging | MDO-PE / EVOH-PE (High-Barrier PE) | High (OTR < 0.5) | 100% Recyclable (Closed Loop PE) |
| Compostable Kraft Pouch | Organic Certified Micro-Roaster Batches | Kraft Paper / NK / PLA Bio-film | Medium to High | EN 13432 & ASTM D6400 Industrial Compostable |
| Single-Serve Drip Filter Bag | Travel, Hotel Amenity & Office Drip Coffee | Non-woven Japan Filter Paper + Outer Foil Sachet | High (Sachet packed with Nitrogen) | Micro-fine extraction mesh, zero residue |
With Costa Rica’s booming hospitality sector in Guanacaste, Manuel Antonio, and San José, ready-to-drink (RTD) cold brew coffee consumption is surging. Our 3L, 5L, and 10L Bag-in-Box systems utilize multi-layer EVOH fluid bags equipped with leak-proof Vitop taps. They prevent oxidation during dispensing, extending liquid coffee freshness up to 6 weeks under refrigeration.
Stand out in international retail markets with high-impact tactile enhancements. We offer Spot UV varnish, 3D hot foil stamping (Gold, Rose Gold, Metallic Green), soft-touch matte laminations, and transparent window cut-outs. Our advanced HP Indigo 25K digital press allows multi-SKU printing in a single batch without expensive gravure plate charges.
Every coffee pouch produced in our facilities complies strictly with FDA 21 CFR 175.105, EU No 10/2011, BRCGS Food Safety Global Standard Issue 9, and ISO 22000:2018. We utilize 100% solvent-free lamination technology, ensuring zero chemical odor or migration into fragile coffee aromatics.
Direct factory supply chain advantages: Eliminating middleman markups while providing custom packaging engineering, fast turnarounds, and reliable ocean/air logistics to Puerto Limón and Puerto Caldera.
By procuring directly from our BRCGS-certified factory in Guangdong, China, Costa Rican brands eliminate regional distributor margins. Scale your packaging inventory efficiently while reinvesting capital into green bean procurement and marketing.
We provide complete EXW, FOB, CIF, and DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) shipping options straight to San José, Alajuela, or Heredia. Our export department handles all customs declaration documents, Certificate of Origin (CO), and HS Code compliance (3923.21).
Launching micro-lots of single-origin Tarrazú Geisha or limited-edition seasonal roasts? Our HP Indigo 25K press prints photorealistic art with zero cylinder setup fees. Receive physical pre-production samples in under 7 business days.
Founded in 2011, operating three state-of-the-art facilities across Hong Kong, Dongguan, and Foshan, emerging as one of China’s leading coffee packaging manufacturers.
Our Foshan and Dongguan plants are BRCGS Food Safety and ISO 22000:2018 certified—ensuring every pouch meets rigorous global food contact standards with full traceability. We fit Swiss WIPF one-way valves as standard, delivering industry-leading technology for keeping coffee freshness in our packaging.
Our HP Indigo 25K digital press enables MOQ-free, plate-free runs with photorealistic print quality—perfect for limited editions and market testing. With a 99.5% on-time delivery rate, we keep your production lines moving seamlessly.
Our recyclable and compostable pouches help you stay ahead of plastic regulations in Costa Rica, the EU, UK, and North America—without compromising barrier performance.
Improve customer experience through online video proofing and structure selection. We provide one-on-one technical consultation to ensure accurate specs before production begins.
Maintaining full control over each production stage. We provide clients with live photo/video tracking from printing, laminating, slitting to pouch-making.
Dedicated feedback channels and long-term quality warranty. We ensure 100% customer satisfaction, replacing any non-conforming items seamlessly.
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