Bags & Packaging

Large white vest carriers, available in three types:

• Type 1: 304mm x 457mm x 609mm (12in x 18in x 24in) - 17 micron
• Type 2: 330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in) - 18 micron
• Type 3: 330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in) - 20 micron

Sold in packs of 100.

There is very little to distinguish between these three types of bag other than some minor variations in the dimensions and thickness but due to customer demand we stock all three types. Click here to see the typical uses for each type of bag.

Not sure what all these dimensions mean? Click here.

How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Large White Vest Carrier Bag	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Almost identical to a typical supermarket carrier but with very slightly narrower handles and a higher neckline.
Size	Type 1 = 304mm x 457mm x 609mm (12in x 18in x 24in)	305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in)
	Type 2 = 330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in)
	Type 3 = 330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in)
Thickness	Type 1 = 17 micron (68 gauge) Approximately 5% thinner than a typical supermarket carrier.	18 micron (72 gauge)
	Type 2 = 18 micron (72 gauge) The same thickness as a typical supermarket carrier.
	Type 3 = 20 micron (80 gauge) Approximately 10% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier.
What does it look and feel like?
Like a supermarket carrier, this is a vest carrier bag which refers to the vest shaped appearance of the bag. It's manufactured from a high density polythene which means it's scrunchy and thin to touch, just like a supermarket carrier. And just like a supermarket carrier, these bags are primarily designed for function over form. It's rare that you would find this type of bag in high end boutiques but you'll be sure to find them in the vast majority of high street stores.
What's it used for?
Type 1: This is one of our most versatile vest carrier bags and has a huge variety of uses. Perfect for food (fruit and veg, meat), towels and bedding, fashion (jackets, jeans, knitwear, hats, handbags), shoes, haberdashery (wool, fabrics), tools, pet food, books and bedding plants. Type 2: Similar to type 1 but preferred by garden centres and other plant retailers as the slightly wider dimension of this bag accommodates multipack bedding plant trays. Also popular with electrical and shoe retailers. Type 3: This is the strongest type of our large white vest carriers. It's strength and quality feel is preferred by retailers who require a reliable bag that won't tear easily. Typically used for frozen foods, meat on the bone, bottled goods and bulky books.
What do the dimensions mean?
Let's take Type 1 as an example: 304mm x 457mm x 609mm (12in x 18in x 24in) means: the bag width is 304mm (12in) but expands outwards to 457mm (18in) when the gusset is fully opened the bag length is 609mm (24in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 304mm (12in) B = 457mm (18in) C = 609mm (24in)

Brown paper carrier bags with a flat tape handle attached to the exterior of the bag.

Bags are suitable for food use and have a flat block bottom which is ideal for holding boxes or food containers. You'll frequently find these bags used by takeaway outlets and coffee shops as well as other retail stores.

Available in 3 different sizes as detailed below. Dimensions refer to width x height x depth. Not sure what these dimensions mean? Click here to see the diagram!

• Small: 180mm x 220mm x 90mm (7in x 8.5in x 3.5in)
• Medium: 200mm x 250mm x 120mm (8in x 10in x 4.5in)
• Large: 250mm x 300mm x 140mm (10in x 12in x 5.5in)

We also stock this range of Paper Carrier Bags in White. Click here for details.

Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!

How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Brown Paper Carrier Bags	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Small: considerably narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier. Medium: very roughly half the size of a supermarket carrier. Large: slightly shorter than a supermarket carrier but roughly the same width.
Size	Small = 180mm x 220mm x 90mm (7in x 8.5in x 3.5in)	305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in)
	Medium = 200mm x 250mm x 120mm (8in x 10in x 4.5in)
	Large = 250mm x 300mm x 140mm (10in x 12in x 5.5in)
Thickness	70 gsm (grams per square metre)	18 micron (72 gauge)
What does it look and feel like?
Paper carrier bags are a very popular and great looking alternative to cheap looking plastic carrier bags that never look out of place in any retail environment from fashion to food. Retailers love paper carrier bags for their natural, hand crafted appearance that helps to suggest a certain quality about the product within the bag. Our paper carrier bags are manufactured from a thick 70gsm paper which gives them a good quality feel.
What's it used for?
Small: Think takeaway coffees, sandwiches, cupcakes, pies and other snacks as well as crafts, handmade soaps, jewellery and other small fashion items. Medium: Our mid size paper carrier bag is suitable for, amongst other things, larger food items, craft products and fashion accessories. Large: Very popular with takeaway food outlets as the block bottom design of the bag is perfect for holding food containers. This size of bag is also frequently used by those selling larger craft items.
What do the dimensions mean?
Let's take the the Medium bag as an example, 200mm x 250mm x 120mm (8in x 10in x 4.5in) means: the bag width is 200mm (8in) the bag length is 250mm (10in) the bag has a depth of 120mm (4.5in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 200mm (8in) B = 250mm (10in) C = 120mm (4.5in)

White paper carrier bags with a flat tape handle attached to the exterior of the bag.

Bags are suitable for food use and have a flat block bottom which is ideal for holding boxes or food containers. You'll frequently find these bags used by takeaway outlets and coffee shops as well as other retail stores.

Available in 3 different sizes as detailed below. Dimensions refer to width x height x depth. Not sure what these dimensions mean? Click here to see the diagram!

• Small: 180mm x 220mm x 90mm (7in x 8.5in x 3.5in)
• Medium: 200mm x 250mm x 120mm (8in x 10in x 4.5in)
• Large: 250mm x 300mm x 140mm (10in x 12in x 5.5in)

We also stock this range of Paper Carrier Bags in Brown. Click here for details.

Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!

How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	White Paper Carrier Bags	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Small: considerably narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier. Medium: very roughly half the size of a supermarket carrier. Large: slightly shorter than a supermarket carrier but roughly the same width.
Size	Small = 180mm x 220mm x 90mm (7in x 8.5in x 3.5in)	305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in)
	Medium = 200mm x 250mm x 120mm (8in x 10in x 4.5in)
	Large = 250mm x 300mm x 140mm (10in x 12in x 5.5in)
Thickness	70 gsm (grams per square metre)	18 micron (72 gauge)
What does it look and feel like?
Paper carrier bags are a very popular and great looking alternative to cheap looking plastic carrier bags that never look out of place in any retail environment from fashion to food. Retailers love paper carrier bags for their natural, hand crafted appearance that helps to suggest a certain home made or rustic quality about the product within the bag. Our paper carrier bags are manufactured from a thick 70gsm paper which gives them a good quality feel.
What's it used for?
Small: Think takeaway coffees, sandwiches, cupcakes, pies and other snacks as well as crafts, handmade soaps, jewellery and other small fashion items. Medium: Our mid size paper carrier bag is suitable for, amongst other things, larger food items, craft products and fashion accessories. Large: Very popular with takeaway food outlets as the block bottom design of the bag is perfect for holding food containers. This size of bag is also frequently used by those selling larger craft items.
What do the dimensions mean?
Let's take the the Medium bag as an example, 200mm x 250mm x 120mm (8in x 10in x 4.5in) means: the bag width is 200mm (8in) the bag length is 250mm (10in) the bag has a depth of 120mm (4.5in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 200mm (8in) B = 250mm (10in) C = 120mm (4.5in)

Large blue recycled vest carriers, 24 micron.

Sold in packs of 100.

Dimensions are 300mm x 440mm x 585mm (12in x 18in x 24in). What do these dimensions mean?

Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!

How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Large Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Approximately the same width as a typical supermarker carrier but slightly longer.
Size	300mm x 440mm x 585mm (12in x 18in x 24in)	305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in)
Thickness	24 micron (96 gauge) Approximately 25% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier.	18 micron (72 gauge)
What does it look and feel like?
Like a supermarket carrier, this is a vest carrier bag which refers to the vest shaped appearance of the bag. It's manufactured from a high density polythene which means it's scrunchy and thin to touch, just like a supermarket carrier. And just like a supermarket carrier, these bags are primarily designed for function over form. It's rare that you would find this type of bag in high end boutiques but you'll be sure to find them in the vast majority of high street stores.
What's it used for?
A slightly bigger alternative to our Medium Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag, making it ideal for slightly more bulky items including various fashion lines such as jackets and jeans as well as footwear (shoes and boots), bottled products, electrical goods, DIY goods (hardware, tools and paint), car parts and accessories, books and pet food.
What do the dimensions mean?
300mm x 440mm x 585mm (12in x 18in x 24in) means: the bag width is 300mm (12in) but expands outwards to 440mm (18in) when the gusset is fully opened the bag length is 585mm (24in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 300mm (12in) B = 440mm (18in) C = 585mm (24in)