Single-dose container

Pack Style

Single-dose containers are designed to provide a pre-measured portion of product in a compact and convenient format. Used across pharmaceutical, personal care and food applications, they combine precise portioning, product protection, hygiene and ease of use, making them suitable for single-use applications. 

Single dose container for medicines

Thermoformed unit dose for olive oil  

Single-dose containers realized through unit dose form fill and seal technology

Thermoformed unit dose for soy sauce 

Single-dose container in details

Available in a variety of shapes, sizes, materials and configurations, single-dose containers can be adapted to different product characteristics. Their compact format can also support portability and convenient storage, while the maximum flexibility in pack designs can contribute to product identification and user experience. IMA offers packaging technologies capable of supporting a wide range of single-dose container formats, helping customers select and develop the most suitable solution according to product, application and market requirements. 

Machines

SL Series

Non-Aseptic Processing

Pack style: Single-dose container

IMA S.p.A. – LIFE Division Bologna

FP40

Unit dose Form, Fill and Seal

Pack style: Single-dose container

IMA Sarong S.r.l.

SD Series

Unit dose Form, Fill and Seal

Pack style: Single-dose container

IMA Sarong S.r.l.

Single-dose container for Pharma

In the Pharmaceutical sector, single-dose containers are used for products where accurate administration, hygiene and product protection are particularly important. The format is suitable for a broad range of liquid and semi-liquid pharmaceutical products, including ophthalmic solutions, nutraceutical products, oral drops and veterinary products. 
IMA offers packaging solutions for different single-dose container formats, including containers that are thermoformed, filled and sealed within the machine, as well as pre-formed containers that are filled and sealed. Depending on the application, IMA technologies can also support PVC-free materials, providing greater flexibility in the choice of packaging materials for single-dose applications. 
For thermoformed single-dose containers, the format offers a high degree of flexibility in terms of pack shape and design. Different geometries and dimensions can be developed according to product and market requirements, including miniature versions of full-size packs. This allows brands to maintain a recognisable packaging identity across different formats while creating compact single-dose solutions that can stand out on the shelf and strengthen product and brand recognition. 

Single dose container for medicines

Single-dose containers realized through unit dose form fill and seal technology

Unit dose for cosmetic products with carton

Unit dose for personal care products

Single-dose container for Food

In the Food sector, single-dose containers are particularly suitable for sauces, dressings, condiments and other liquid or semi-liquid food products, as well as individual portions designed for food service, takeaway and on-the-go consumption. 
Different capacities, shapes and materials can be selected according to the product, portion size and intended application, including pvc-free materials. The single-dose format helps deliver a consistent quantity while providing a practical solution for storage, transport, and use. 
IMA offers packaging technologies for a wide range of single-dose thermoformed food formats, supporting different product characteristics and pack designs to meet the requirements of both manufacturers and end users. 

Thermoformed unit dose for olive oil  

Thermoformed unit dose for sauce, condiments, or dressings 

Thermoformed unit dose for soy sauce 

Thermoformed unit dose for liqueurs and spirits  

Machines

FP40

Unit dose Form, Fill and Seal

Pack style: Single-dose container

IMA Sarong S.r.l.

SD Series

Unit dose Form, Fill and Seal

Pack style: Single-dose container

IMA Sarong S.r.l.

IMA Technologies
for Single-dose container

Non-Aseptic Processing

IMA Life provides solutions for non-sterile products processed in non-aseptic environments.  Fillers for non-aseptic products can dose countless different types of liquids. Machines dedicated to single-dose solutions and macrodosing of powders for syrup preparation complete the range. All equipment handles plastic and glass containers. Closing machines are also available, reaching unprecedented processing speeds.

Unit dose Form, Fill and Seal

Unit dose packaging is a single-portion format widely used for liquids, syrups, vitamins, nutraceuticals, and cosmetic products. It provides convenience and ease of use for customers while ensuring accuracy, hygiene, and product protection.

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