What Is Bag-in-Box Liquid Packaging? Benefits and Use Cases

Bag-in-box (BIB) liquid packaging is a flexible inner bag with a tap, held inside a corrugated cardboard box. It stores and dispenses beverages, wine, juice, food and industrial liquids, extends shelf life before and after opening, and lowers production and shipping costs for manufacturers.

Bag-in-box liquid packaging has three parts: inner bag, tap and outer box

Bag-in-box liquid packaging consists of a flexible plastic inner bag that holds the liquid, a tap or dispenser for pouring, and a corrugated cardboard outer box that provides structural support. The inner bag contacts the product while the outer box takes on stacking and protection duties during storage and transport.

Bag-in-box liquid packaging is used for juice and wine in the beverage industry

In the beverage industry, bag-in-box liquid packaging is a popular choice for juices and wines because it allows efficient storage, transportation and distribution. Bag-in-box liquid packaging is designed to extend the shelf life of liquid products both before and after opening.

Bag-in-box liquid packaging also suits industrial and chemical liquids

Bag-in-box liquid packaging is used in the industrial and chemical sectors to package cleaning solutions and lubricants. These inner bags are designed to withstand harsh conditions and prevent leakage during storage, transport and use.

Bag-in-box liquid packaging costs less and customizes more than bottle formats

• Production cost: bag-in-box liquid packaging requires less labor and processing time than traditional bottle formats
• Customization and branding: bag-in-box liquid packaging can be printed with brand identity, and inner bag specifications can be tailored to specific requirements
• Shipping and storage: the flat, compact inner bag and outer box stack more easily and take up less shipping and storage space

Bag-in-box liquid packaging is more sustainable than rigid formats

Bag-in-box liquid packaging uses less plastic than bottles and cans and requires less energy to produce. Bag-in-box liquid packaging also keeps wine fresh for extended periods after opening, which minimizes the waste of half-finished bottles.

Bag-in-box liquid packaging solutions from Guangdong Kody Packaging

Guangdong Kody Packaging (Dongguan Kody Plastic Products Co.,Ltd. / Guangdong Kody Packaging Products Co.,Ltd.) supplies bag-in-box liquid packaging as an integrated set, with inner bags made from multilayer plastic films that can incorporate EVOH barrier layers to block oxygen and extend shelf life. The outer boxes are made from corrugated material and can be printed for brand identity, and the system can be equipped with valves, spouts and a locking mechanism that keeps the bag securely in place during transport and handling.

Q: What products can bag-in-box liquid packaging hold?

A: Bag-in-box liquid packaging holds beverages such as juice and wine, industrial and chemical liquids such as cleaning solutions and lubricants, and food liquids as well.

Q: Why does bag-in-box liquid packaging extend shelf life?

A: The inner bag of bag-in-box liquid packaging can include an EVOH barrier layer that blocks oxygen, and the tap keeps the liquid fresh for a long period after opening, so liquid is wasted less often.

Q: Can bag-in-box liquid packaging be custom printed, and does it leak in transit?

A: The outer box of bag-in-box liquid packaging can be printed with brand identity and inner bag specifications can be tailored to your requirements. The inner bag is built to withstand harsh conditions and can be locked in place inside the box, so leakage during storage and transport is unlikely.