Cost & Pricing
How Much Do Custom Coffee Bags Cost? Per-Unit Pricing for Roasters (2026)
Cubit Packaging Team
May 22, 2026
Coffee Bag Pricing: Real Numbers for Real Roasters
We produce custom coffee bags for 200+ US roasters. Small-batch micro-roasters ordering 500 bags. Regional brands ordering 50,000 a quarter. The pricing scales predictably and we're going to show you exactly how.
Included in all prices: Full custom CMYK printing, one-way degassing valve, resealable zipper, food-grade barrier film (PET/AL/PE), and shipping to continental US. No plate charges. No setup fees.
Coffee Bag Price Table
| Format | 500 units | 1,000 units | 2,500 units | 5,000 units | 10,000+ units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stand-up pouch (4oz) | $0.55 | $0.38 | $0.28 | $0.22 | $0.15 |
| Stand-up pouch (12oz) | $0.75 | $0.52 | $0.42 | $0.35 | $0.22 |
| Stand-up pouch (2lb) | $1.10 | $0.78 | $0.60 | $0.48 | $0.32 |
| Flat-bottom (12oz) | $1.15 | $0.82 | $0.72 | $0.58 | $0.38 |
| Flat-bottom (2lb) | $1.55 | $1.10 | $0.88 | $0.72 | $0.48 |
| Side-gusset (5lb wholesale) | $1.40 | $0.95 | $0.72 | $0.55 | $0.38 |
| Kraft pouch (12oz) | $0.70 | $0.48 | $0.38 | $0.30 | $0.20 |
| Metal tin (12oz) | $3.40 | $2.60 | $2.20 | $1.80 | $1.40 |
All prices include one-way degassing valve ($0.04/unit), resealable zipper, and full custom CMYK printing on food-grade foil barrier film.
What's Included vs. What Costs Extra
| Included (no extra cost) | Optional Add-On | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full CMYK custom printing | Spot Pantone color | +$0.02-$0.05/unit/color |
| Degassing valve (pre-installed) | N/A — always included | — |
| Resealable zipper | Tear notch (no zipper) | -$0.02/unit |
| Foil barrier (PET/AL/PE) | Metalized film (MPET) | -15% per unit |
| Matte or gloss finish | Soft-touch lamination | +$0.06/unit |
| Shipping to continental US | Expedited shipping | Varies |
| Artwork review | Hot foil stamping | +$0.08-$0.15/unit |
| FDA food-grade materials | Hang hole | +$0.01/unit |
Budget Scenarios for US Roasters
| Roaster Type | Monthly Volume | Format | Per Unit | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro-roaster (startup) | 500 bags/mo | Kraft pouch 12oz | $0.70 | $350 |
| Growing roaster | 2,500 bags/mo | Stand-up pouch 12oz | $0.42 | $1,050 |
| Regional brand | 10,000 bags/mo | Flat-bottom 12oz | $0.38 | $3,800 |
| Wholesale supplier | 5,000 bags/mo | Side-gusset 5lb | $0.55 | $2,750 |
Five Ways Roasters Cut Packaging Costs
- Order quarterly at 5K+ instead of monthly. 12oz pouches drop from $0.52 (1K) to $0.35 (5K). That's $850 in savings per 5,000 bags.
- Start with kraft. Kraft pouches cost 10-15% less than white/custom-color films and immediately communicate "artisan." Perfect for farmers market and DTC brands.
- Use MPET instead of full foil for local/DTC sales. Metalized film saves 15% per unit. If your coffee sells within 3-4 months of roast (DTC subscription model), you don't need 12-month barrier specs.
- Standardize on one bag size. Every unique size needs its own die. Running 12oz only (instead of 8oz + 12oz + 2lb) saves $400-$800 in tooling.
- Skip the tin unless it's a gift product. A 12oz tin at $1.80/unit costs 5x what a flat-bottom bag costs. Reserve tins for holiday editions and gift packs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a custom coffee bag cost for a new roaster?
$0.70/bag at 500 units (kraft pouch, 12oz, with valve and printing). Your first run of 500 custom bags costs about $350 total. At 1,000 bags, that drops to $0.48/bag ($480 total). Both include full custom printing and degassing valve.
Are kraft bags cheaper than printed bags?
About 10-15% cheaper. A 12oz kraft pouch runs $0.30/unit at 5K vs. $0.35 for a standard printed pouch. The savings come from fewer ink colors and no need for a white base layer on the film.
What's the cheapest way to get coffee bags with my logo?
1-2 color printing on kraft stand-up pouches at 1,000+ units: $0.42/bag. If you need to go below 500 units, we also offer stock bags with custom printed labels — bags at $0.15/unit + label at $0.08/unit = $0.23 total, but the quality doesn't compare to fully printed bags.
Do I really need a degassing valve?
If you're packaging freshly roasted beans (within 7 days of roast): yes, absolutely. No exceptions. If you're packaging pre-ground coffee or beans older than 14 days post-roast, the valve is still recommended but less critical. We include the valve in all coffee bag pricing by default.
Get your exact pricing. Submit your bag specs — size, quantity, and any artwork — and we'll respond within 4 hours. Or browse all coffee & tea packaging.