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Kroger's sweet results

The block-bottom fabricated bags used for Cincinnati, OH-based The Kroger Co.’s "Private Selection" Chocolate Squares present ample space for product branding and information, while the upright stance offers high visibility for consumers.

Additionally, the structure sweetens the bag’s environmental aspect. That combination earned Printing Achievement Gold from the Flexible Packaging Assn. for Amcor Flexibles.

The single-layer 120g/m2 kraft paper is gravure-printed in nine colors and overlaminated with 80-ga clear OPP.

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