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type: guide
title: "Why Do Coffee Bags Have Vents, and Do You Need One?"
description: "Coffee bags have a one-way degassing valve that lets fresh-roast CO2 escape while keeping oxygen out. Learn how it works and when you need one."
resource: https://www.4over4.com/guide/why-do-coffee-bags-have-vents-and-do-you-need-one
tags: ["guide"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
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# Why Do Coffee Bags Have Vents, and Do You Need One?

Coffee bags have a one-way degassing valve that lets fresh-roast CO2 escape while keeping oxygen out. Learn how it works and when you need one.

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