It is a liquid container composed of thin and soft plastic enclosed in a cardboard box. Cubitainer® is the first molded-type bag-in-box sold in Japan since 1964. In addition, a gusset-shaped soft bag, Z-tainer®, is also available.

Compared to a 20-liter plastic rigid container, raw plastic used in the container is approximately 85% less, which contributes to waste reduction. Its collapsibility enables space reduction when transported or stored. Some Cubitainer®︎ are constructed of mono-material for ease of recycling. The cardboard can be easily recycled. More eco-friendly options are in development, such as biomass and recycled material applications.

The container itself is composed of polyethylene (PE) as the main material. Other materials can be used depending on the application.

It can be widely used from liquid food to pharmaceutical ingredients, and general industrial chemicals except some hazardous materials. There are contents that are not suitable so please contact us to confirm.

No. Please refrain from using Cubitainer® for hazardous materials.

Cubitainer®︎ are designed for one-time use. Apart from leisure use, we recommend avoiding reuse.

Plastic melts at higher temperatures. Cubitainer®︎ can hold contents that are below 70℃, while plastic TAP accessories can only withstand contents temperatures lower than 40℃. Temperatures higher than this can cause deformation.

If the intention is to sterilize, we recommend using water no hotter than 70℃. Be careful, as containers and/or caps may deform with higher temperatures. 

The container itself is composed of polyethylene (PE). We have designed it for chemical resistance, but further confirmation may be necessary.

We recommend not storing the Cubitainer®︎ in a freezer. The container is designed for liquids. Any solid content such as ice has the risk of penetrating or cutting the container. 

Cubitainer® is stored in cardboard boxes with different volumes per size. For instance, there are 100 20-liter plastic Cubitainer®︎ per box. This particular box would be 660×770×610mm (Width×Length×Height). The cardboard boxes that pair with the Cubitainer®︎ are bound together separately to take up less space. 

Screw-type accessories can be used for all containers. However, we would not recommend the PGC caps for the Z-tainer®︎, as this accessory is designed for contents which generate gas.

It is optimized for gas-producing liquids. Gas can easily pass outward but liquid is prevented from leaking out, which reduces swelling of the container. Breathability is ensured by using a water-repellent non-woven sheet. While this sheet is ideal, it must be properly used. If containers are turned on their side or upside down,gas release is obstructed and liquid leakage may occur. Containers using the PGC cap should be kept upright. 

TAP-B  diameter is wider than TAP-A which can be used for highly viscous liquid (such as shampoo and conditioner). With less viscous liquids, we advise using the reqular TAP-A accessory.

We recommend the TAP-A NEO. It is equipped with a handle stopper to prevent unwanted opening due to vibration during the shipping process.

A cardboard case is required for storage and distribution purposes. The plastic inner container can be used alone only for leisure and emergency situations.

In Japan, Cubitainer®︎ for personal use can be bought via Amazon or Rakuten. Corporate customers should contact us directly.

In principle:

1.Set up the cardboard box.
2.Put empty container into the cardboard box without inflating.
3.Insert liquid while holding the port. The container will inflate gradually as it fills. 
4.Closing the cap.
5.Seal the cardboard box. Your Cubitainer®︎ is ready to ship.

Removing extra air causes the container to wrinkle.Wrinkles can lead to leaks as the container shakes in transport. Please keep the container inflated as much as possible to avoid wrinkles.

We do not have filling capability but we can introduce various equipment design for Cubitainer®︎ use (filling machines, box-making machines, sealing machines, cappers, etc) Please contact us for more information.

Polypropylene tape can be used. However, if the contents are relatively heavy, we recommend applying tape in an H formation on the bottom of the box.

Based on our company's standards, the same liquid content stored for 2 months can be stacked up to 4 boxes. However, this also depends on storage conditions.

First, open the cardboard box by tearing the perforated lines. After exposing the plastic container, pull up on the cap and unscrew to dispense.
It is more convinient to use a TAP-A spout attachment or easy and controlled dispensing.

Please be cautious of direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid storing at high temperatures and high humidity.

1.Please do not use sharp tools when opening the cardboard box. Cuts may damage the plastic container inside.
2.Contact with sharp or hard objects may cause pinholes.
3.If an empty container is inflated manually or automatically,it may cause tears and pinholes. Please be careful.
4.Please do not handle a filled container by the neck. Excessive load can lead to accidents such as structural failure.
5.Please do not drop or throw a filled container. The container may rupture.
6.Excessive stacking may lead to the deforming or the collapse of cardboard box stock pile. Please use under appropriate conditions

Our company's reccommended cap tightening torque is approximentaly 2.5 - 3.0 N•m.
Excessive tightening and high speed capping by a machine can lead to poor opening and chipping of the plastic.

Separate the cardboard box and the inner plastic container, and dispose of them according to local government's regulations.