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How to Choose the Right Film or Laminate for Your Food Product
A Practical Guide for Brand Owners
Learn how to choose the best film or laminate for your food packaging. Discover the pros and cons of OPP, MPET/poly, paper/poly/foil/poly, and more from the experts at Landry Flexible Packaging.
When it comes to food packaging, the material you choose plays a critical role in your product’s success. The right film or laminate protects your food, extends shelf life, and enhances your brand’s presentation.
At Landry Flexible Packaging, we specialize in helping food brands select high-performance, custom-printed materials that meet both technical and marketing goals. Here’s your step-by-step guide to choosing the right film or laminate for your food product.
Understanding Flexible Packaging Materials
Flexible packaging typically combines multiple material layers—known as laminates—to achieve the perfect balance of barrier protection, strength, and shelf appeal.
Each layer serves a purpose:
Different product types require different combinations. Let’s look at the most common structures used in the food industry.
OPP / Ink / OPP (Oriented Polypropylene)
Best for: Snacks, granola, confectionery, baked goods
Advantages:
Pro tip: OPP is ideal for lightweight, crunchy, or dry products that benefit from a clean, crisp appearance.
MPET / Ink / Poly / Aluminium / Polyethylene)
Best for: Coffee, nuts, powdered mixes, and dehydrated foods
Advantages:
Pro tip: Choose MPET structures when you need longer shelf life and a high-end finish that still aligns with sustainability goals.
Paper / Poly / Aluminium / Poly
Best for: Soups, sauces, ready-to-eat meals, and spice blends
Advantages:
Pro tip: If your product is sensitive to light, oxygen, or humidity, this multi-layer structure delivers superior protection.
PET / Ink / Poly (Polyester / Polyethylene)
Best for: Frozen foods, liquids, and sauces
Advantages:
Pro tip: PET/Poly is a go-to choice for products that face extreme temperatures during storage or cooking.
Nylon / Poly or PET / Nylon / Poly
Best for: Meats, cheese, and vacuum-sealed products
Advantages:
Pro tip: Use this structure for products that require heavy-duty protection and extended freshness under vacuum conditions.
How to Select the Right Film or Laminate
Here are key factors to consider before making your choice:
Product Type & Sensitivity – Does your food need protection from oxygen, moisture, or light?
Desired Shelf Life – The more sensitive or long-lasting your product, the higher the barrier you’ll need.
Processing Conditions – Consider whether packaging will face heat, freezing, or pressure.
Brand Presentation – Think about print quality, gloss, texture, and how the package looks on the shelf.
Sustainability Goals – Ask about recyclable or mono-material films for eco-friendly packaging.
Cost & Production Efficiency – Balance performance with budget and equipment compatibility.
Why Partner with Landry Flexible Packaging ?
At Landry Flexible Packaging, we provide custom-engineered films and laminates tailored to your food product’s exact requirements. Our capabilities include:
• OPP, PET, MPET, paper/poly, and foil laminates
• Custom rollstock and pre-made pouches
• High-definition printing for outstanding shelf appeal
• Food-grade and FSSC-22000 certified process
• Sustainable and recyclable material options
Our experts guide you from design through delivery—ensuring your packaging performs perfectly, looks beautiful, and aligns with your brand’s values.
