Bags & Packaging
Looking for bags and packaging supplies? We stock a great range of plastic carrier bags, poly bags, paper carrier bags, strung paper bags and other packaging and sealing solutions to suit almost any retail requirement.
Whether you wrap or bag your products, whether you need sealable or open bags, film fronted, transparent or opaque bags for lightweight or heavy products, whether you sell fruit and veg, meat, greetings cards, jewellery, cosmetics, fashion, toys, sweets, pet food, flowers, electronics, kitchenware, tools or hardware, we have a solution for you! And if you're not sure what you need, then we have the knowledge and expertise to advise.
Like any sensible retailer, we're very aware of the impact that plastic bags can have on the environment and, as such, stock several recycled plastic bag and biodegradable carrier bag products as well as more environmentally friendly paper carrier bag and strung paper bag alternatives. In relation to this, we also recommend that our customers take a look at our buyer guide page regarding the situation with carrier bag tax laws within the UK, Ireland and further afield and how they may already affect you.
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White strung paper bags with a printed blue and red starburst design
Suitable for a wide range of products including small gifts, cosmetics, food and greetings cards.
- Available in a variety of sizes
- 1,000 bags per pack, make your selection from the yellow box above
- 40gsm paper weight
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Black with gold pin stripe high density patch handle carriers. Available in 4 sizes:
- Tiny - 185mm x 250mm (7.25in x 10in). Sold in packs of 500.
- Handy - 225mm x 275mm (9in x 11in). Sold in packs of 500.
- Standard - 375mm x 450mm + 75mm (15in x 18in + 3in). Sold in packs of 100.
- Fashion - 550mm x 450mm + 100mm (22in x 18in + 4in). Sold in packs of 50.
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Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!
How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier? |
Proportions |
Black Gold Pin Stripe Carrier Bags |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Tiny: considerably narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier.
Handy: narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier.
Standard: roughly the same height as a supermarket carrier but slightly wider.
Fashion: slightly taller than a supermarket carrier and considerably wider.
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Size |
Tiny = 185mm x 250mm (7.5in x 10in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Handy = 225mm x 275mm (9in x 11in) |
Standard = 380mm x 450mm + 76mm (15in x 18in + 3in) |
Fashion = 550mm x 450mm + 76mm (22in x 18in + 3in) |
Thickness |
Tiny = 25 micron
(100 gauge)
Approximately 30% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier. |
18 micron
(72 gauge) |
Handy = 35 micron
(140 gauge)
Approximately 50% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier. |
Standard = 40 micron
(160 gauge)
Approximately 55% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier. |
Fashion = 45 micron
(180 gauge)
Approximately 60% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier. |
What does it look and feel like? |
Patch handle carrier bags combine good looks with quality and strength and are generally considered a step up from your average "vest" type supermarket carrier which favours function over form. This patch handle carrier is manufactured from a high density polythene like a supermarket carrier but is considerably thicker. The result is a bag that crunches a little like a crisp packet but is smooth and thick to touch when compared with a supermarket carrier. You'll find high density patch handle carrier bags in many of the big high street retailers, particularly fast fashion retailers like H&M, River Island and Topshop. This type of carrier bag suggests good quality but not premium products.
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What's it used for? |
Tiny:
A very small bag which is ideal for jewellery, watches and other gold and silver items. Also popular for cosmetics, scented oils and soap, small craft items and toys.
Handy:
A small bag for small items such as mobile phone accessories, hair and beauty accessories, jewellery and fashion accessories, electronic cigarettes, small craft items and small toys.
Standard:
A general purpose, good quality carrier bag, popular with fashion retailers and those selling quality product lines. Typically use for packaging skirts, shirts, trousers, knitwear and hats as well as toys and quality household goods, craft items and framed pictures.
Fashion:
As the name suggests, owing to its wider dimension, this bag is particularly popular with fashion retailers and is ideal for suits, jackets and other bulky fashion lines. It's also frequently used for towels and bedding, larger framed pictures as well as numerous other bulky products where width is required.
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What do the dimensions mean? |
Let's take the the Standard bag as an example, 380mm x 450mm + 76mm (15in x 18in + 3in) means:
- the bag width is 380mm (15in)
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- the bag length is 450mm (18in)
- the bag has a bottom gusset of 76mm (3in)
- note that some sizes of this bag do not have a gusset, in which case the dimension expressed is width x height only
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 380mm (15in)
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- B = 450mm (18in)
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- C = 76mm (3in)
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Black with gold pin stripe low density patch handle carriers, 30 micron. Available in 3 sizes:
- Handy - 254mm x 381mm (10in x 15in). Sold in packs of 100.
- Standard - 381mm x 457mm + 100mm (15in x 18in + 4in). Sold in packs of 100.
- Fashion - 555mm x 505mm (22in x 20in). Sold in packs of 100.
Not sure what these dimensions mean? Click here!
Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!
How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier? |
Proportions |
Black Gold Pin Stripe High Density Carrier Bags |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Handy: narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier.
Standard: roughly the same height as a supermarket carrier but slightly wider.
Fashion: slightly taller than a supermarket carrier and considerably wider.
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Size |
Handy = 254mm x 381mm (10in x 15in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Standard = 380mm x 450mm + 76mm (15in x 18in + 4in) |
Fashion = 555mm x 505mm (22in x 20in) |
Thickness |
30 micron
(110 gauge)
Approximately 40% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier. |
18 micron
(72 gauge) |
What does it look and feel like? |
Patch handle carrier bags combine good looks with quality and strength and are generally considered a step up from your average "vest" type supermarket carrier which favours function over form. This patch handle carrier is manufactured from a low density polythene which means it feels smooth and thick to touch when compared with a supermarket carrier. Low density polythene also lacks the noisy scrunch that is often associated with cheaper, lower quality carrier bags like supermarket carriers. As such, you'll find patch handle carrier bags are popular with retailers who want to suggest an air of quality about their products.
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What's it used for? |
Handy:
A small bag for small items such as mobile phone accessories, hair and beauty accessories, jewellery and fashion accessories, electronic cigarettes, small craft items and small toys.
Standard:
A general purpose, good quality carrier bag, popular with fashion retailers and those selling quality product lines. Typically use for packaging skirts, shirts, trousers, knitwear and hats as well as toys and quality household goods, craft items and framed pictures.
Fashion:
As the name suggests, owing to its wider dimension, this bag is particularly popular with fashion retailers and is ideal for suits, jackets and other bulky fashion lines. It's also frequently used for towels and bedding, larger framed pictures as well as numerous other bulky products where width is required.
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What do the dimensions mean? |
Let's take the the Standard bag as an example, 381mm x 457mm + 100mm (15in x 18in + 4in) means:
- the bag width is 381mm (15in)
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- the bag length is 457mm (18in)
- the bag has a bottom gusset of 100mm (4in)
- note that some sizes of this bag do not have a gusset, in which case the dimension expressed is width x height only
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 381mm (15in)
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- B = 457mm (18in)
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- C = 100mm (4in)
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Clear potato bags, with coloured "Selected Potatoes" text on a white background. Supplied in plastic wrapped counter top dispensers to prevent spillage. Available in three variations:
- 250mm x 355mm (10in x 14in) to carry weights of up to 2kg. 1,000 bags per pack. 27.5 micron (110 gauge). Red text on white background.
- 255mm x 395mm (10in x 15.5in) to carry weights of up to 2.5kg. 1,000 bags per pack. 27.5 micron (110 gauge). Black text on white background
- 354mm x 490mm (14in x 19in) to carry weights of up to 5kg. 500 bags per pack. 30 micron (120 gauge). Blue text on white background
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Medium candy stripe vest carriers, 10 micron. Available in 2 colour variations:
- Red White Stripe
- Blue White Stripe
Sold in packs of 100.
Dimensions are 279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in). What do these dimensions mean?
Available in Red White stripe or Blue White stripe, make your selection from the yellow box above.
Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!
How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier? |
Proportions |
Medium Candy Stripe Vest Carrier Bag |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Similar in proportion to a typical supermarket carrier but with a visibly higher neckline and shorter, narrower handles.
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Size |
279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Thickness |
10 micron
(40 gauge)
Approximately 45% thinner 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.
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What's it used for? |
This is a very popular general purpose carrier bag, typically used for fruit and veg, household goods, light clothing items, hats, kidswear and pot plants. Not suitable for heavy items and / or items with sharp corners.
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What do the dimensions mean? |
279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in) means:
- the bag width is 279mm (11in) but expands outwards to 432mm (17in) when the gusset is fully opened
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- the bag length is 533mm (21in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 279mm (11in)
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- B = 432mm (17in)
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- C = 533mm (21in)
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Paper Pick and Mix Block Bottom Satchel Bags. Quantity of 25 per pack.
- Dimensions 106 x 183 x 240mm
- 2 colour ball and stripe design
- Block bottom
- Perfect for sweets and candy
Paper Pick N Mix bags with a traditional ball and stripe design which you may remember from the Woolworths Pick And Mix counters! Ideally suited for sweets and candy.
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Medium white vest carriers with Christmas tree print design and "Seasons Greetings" message beneath (yellow and dark green print), 14 micron.
Sold in packs of 100.
Dimensions are 279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in). 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 |
Medium White Vest Chritmas Carrier Bag |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Similar in proportion to a typical supermarket carrier but slightly narrower with very slightly shorter handles.
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Size |
279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Thickness |
14 micron
(56 gauge)
Approximately 20% thinner than a typical supermarket carrier.
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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.
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What's it used for? |
General purpose carrier bag, ideal for clothing lines (such as light jackers, trousers and shirts) as well as many food lines (meat, fruit and veg and specialist foods). This bag is also popular with shoe retailers as it accomodates small shoe boxes (typically ladies shoes) and shoes that are sold without boxes. |
What do the dimensions mean? |
279mm x 432mm x 533mm (11in x 17in x 21in) means:
- the bag width is 279mm (11in) but expands outwards to 432mm (17in) when the gusset is fully opened
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- the bag length is 533mm (21in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 279mm (11in)
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- B = 432mm (17in)
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- C = 533mm (21in)
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Large white vest carriers with Christmas tree print design and "Merry Christmas" message beneath, 17 micron.
Sold in packs of 100.
Dimensions are 330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in). 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 White Vest Christmas Carrier Bag |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Almost identical to a typical supermarket carrier but with very slightly narrower handles and a higher neckline.
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Size |
330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Thickness |
17 micron
(68 gauge)
Approximately 5% thinner 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.
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What's it used for? |
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. |
What do the dimensions mean? |
330mm x 483mm x 584mm (13in x 19in x 23in) means:
- the bag width is 330mm (13in) but expands outwards to 483mm (19in) when the gusset is fully opened
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- the bag length is 584mm (23in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 330mm (13in)
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- B = 483mm (19in)
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- C = 584mm (23in)
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Very Limited stock! Misprinted Paper Bags with pink floral design print. Quantity of 1,000 per pack.
- 175mm x 232mm (7in x 9in)
- 1,000 per pack
- White paper
- Pink Floral Pattern
- Perfect for cards or small jewellery items
- Unstrung bags
Please note that these are classed as "misprint" bags. They have been acquired as liquidated stock and we only have a limited quantity available. There is a web address printed in one corner of the bag as shown in the pictures.
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Black Silver Damask pattern low density patch handle carriers, 30 micron. Available in 2 sizes:
- Standard - 381mm x 457mm + 100mm (15in x 18in + 4in). Sold in packs of 100.
- Fashion - 555mm x 505mm (22in x 20in). Sold in packs of 100.
Not sure what these dimensions mean? Click here!
Want to know what this bag is typically used for? Click here!
How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier? |
Proportions |
Black Silver Damask Pattern Low Density Carrier Bags |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
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Standard: roughly the same height as a supermarket carrier but slightly wider.
Fashion: slightly taller than a supermarket carrier and considerably wider.
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Size |
Standard = 380mm x 450mm + 76mm (15in x 18in + 4in) |
305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in) |
Fashion = 555mm x 505mm (22in x 20in) |
Thickness |
30 micron
(110 gauge)
Approximately 40% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier. |
18 micron
(72 gauge) |
What does it look and feel like? |
Patch handle carrier bags combine good looks with quality and strength and are generally considered a step up from your average "vest" type supermarket carrier which favours function over form. This patch handle carrier is manufactured from a low density polythene which means it feels smooth and thick to touch when compared with a supermarket carrier. Low density polythene also lacks the noisy scrunch that is often associated with cheaper, lower quality carrier bags like supermarket carriers. As such, you'll find patch handle carrier bags are popular with retailers who want to suggest an air of quality about their products.
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What's it used for? |
Standard:
A general purpose, good quality carrier bag, popular with fashion retailers and those selling quality product lines. Typically use for packaging skirts, shirts, trousers, knitwear and hats as well as toys and quality household goods, craft items and framed pictures.
Fashion:
As the name suggests, owing to its wider dimension, this bag is particularly popular with fashion retailers and is ideal for suits, jackets and other bulky fashion lines. It's also frequently used for towels and bedding, larger framed pictures as well as numerous other bulky products where width is required.
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What do the dimensions mean? |
Let's take the the Standard bag as an example, 381mm x 457mm + 100mm (15in x 18in + 4in) means:
- the bag width is 381mm (15in)
-
- the bag length is 457mm (18in)
- the bag has a bottom gusset of 100mm (4in)
- note that some sizes of this bag do not have a gusset, in which case the dimension expressed is width x height only
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 381mm (15in)
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- B = 457mm (18in)
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- C = 100mm (4in)
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