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Sample

Also known as: pouch sample, packaging sample, prototype, trial sample, stock sample

A sample is an example pouch used before production to test size, material, filling and handling performance.

A sample is an example pouch used to check size, material, appearance and performance before committing to a production run.

Types of sample

  • Stock samples: existing sizes and materials, the quickest way to feel formats and volumes.
  • Blank custom samples: unprinted pouches in your chosen dimensions to test fit.
  • Printed samples: often produced digitally to check colour and layout.
  • Production samples: taken from the run for approval or archive.

What to test

Does your target weight fit with headspace for sealing? Do your sealer and the zipper work well? Does the pouch stand or form properly? Is the material compatible with oily, acidic or aromatic products over time? On automatic lines, trial the pouches or sample rollstock on your own machine.

Good to know

Stock samples may differ in structure from your final pouch, and digital print colours may differ slightly from flexo or gravure. Longer tests such as shelf-life checks need time in your plan.

Tips

Tell the supplier your product, fill weight and filling method, keep the approved sample as a reference, and ask about sample and shipping costs.

Frequently asked

Are pouch samples free?

Stock samples are often free or low-cost; custom or printed samples may be charged.

How do I choose the right pouch size?

Fill blank samples of different sizes with your actual product at the target weight.

Related terms

Pouch dimensions (width × height × gusset)Pouch dimensions are usually given as width × height × gusset, describing the outer size and the depth of the bottom or side gusset. Colour proofA colour proof is a sample print made before production to show how colours and artwork will look, for the customer's approval. Digital printingDigital printing prints artwork straight from the file onto film with no plates or cylinders, ideal for short runs and many designs. FillingFilling is the packing step where product is put into a pouch or film and sealed; it can be manual, semi-automatic or automatic. Lead timeLead time is the total time from order and artwork approval until the packaging is ready for delivery.

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