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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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  1. Large White Vest Carrier Bags

    Starting at: £2.11

    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
    Large White Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest 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)
    Vest Carrier Bag Dimension Explanation
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  2. White Patch Handle Carrier Bags

    Starting at: £4.06

    White patch handle carriers. Available in 2 sizes:

    • Standard - 375mm x 450mm + 75mm (15in x 18in + 3in)
    • Fashion - 550mm x 450mm + 75mm (22in x 18in + 3in)

    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 White Patch Handle Carrier Bag Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
    White Patch Handle Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag
    Taller and wider than a typical supermarket carrier. On first impressions this bag may look slightly shorter than a typical supermarket carrier but this is only because a supermarket carrier has very long "vest" style handles.
    Size Standard = 380mm x 450mm + 75mm
    (15in x 18in + 3in)
    305mm x 483cm x 533mm
    (12in x 19in x 21in)
    Fashion = 550mm x 450mm + 75mm
    (22in x 18in + 3in)
    Thickness Standard = 27.5 micron
    (110 gauge)

    Approximately 35% thicker than a typical supermarket carrier.
    18 micron
    (72 gauge)
    Fashion = 30 micron
    (120 gauge)

    Approximately 40% 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 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.
    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.

    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 as well as numerous other bulky products where width is required.
    What do the dimensions mean?
    Let's take the the Standard bag as an example, 380mm x 450mm + 75mm (15in x 18in + 3in) means:
    • the bag width is 380mm (15in)
    • the bag length is 450mm (18in)
    • the bag has a bottom gusset of 75mm (3in)
    Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
    • A = 380mm (15in)
    • B = 450mm (18in)
    • C = 75mm (3in)
    Vest Carrier Bag Dimension Explanation
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  3. Medium White Vest Carrier Bags

    Starting at: £1.35

    Medium white vest carriers, available in 3 types:

    • Standard duty (9 micron). Sold in packs of 100.
    • Medium duty (13 micron) Sold in packs of 100.
    • Heavy duty (18 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 Carrier Bag Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
    Medium White Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag
    Similar in proportion to a typical supermarket carrier but slightly narrower with very slightly shorter handles.
    Size 279mm x 432mm x 533mm
    (11in x 17in x 21in)
    305mm x 483cm x 533mm
    (12in x 19in x 21in)
    Thickness Standard duty = 9 micron
    (36 gauge)

    Approximately 50% thinner than a typical supermarket carrier.
    18 micron
    (72 gauge)
    Medium duty = 13 micron
    (52 gauge)

    Approximately 30% thinner than a typical supermarket carrier.
    Heavy duty = 18 micron
    (72 gauge)

    The same thickness as 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?
    Standard duty:
    General purpose carrier bag, typically used for small grocery items, household goods, light clothing items, hats, kidswear and pot plants. This is the thinnest version of this carrier bag and is not suitable for heavy items and / or items with sharp corners.

    Medium duty:
    Slightly thicker than the standard duty version, this carrier bag is ideal for certain 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 accommodates small shoe boxes (typically ladies shoes) and shoes that are sold without boxes.

    Heavy duty:
    This is a good quality, strong carrier bag, typically used by food retailers for heavy food items including butchers who are bagging meat on the bone. Also commonly used for tools, pet food and books. Owing to its strength, this bag does not tear easily.
    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
    • the bag length is 533mm (21in)
    Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
    • A = 279mm (11in)
    • B = 432mm (17in)
    • C = 533mm (21in)
    Vest Carrier Bag Dimension Explanation
    Learn More
  4. Medium White Christmas Carrier Bags Front

    Out of stock

    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
    Medium White Vest Christmas Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag
    Similar in proportion to a typical supermarket carrier but slightly narrower with very slightly shorter handles.
    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.
    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?
    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
    • the bag length is 533mm (21in)
    Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
    • A = 279mm (11in)
    • B = 432mm (17in)
    • C = 533mm (21in)
    Vest Carrier Bag Dimension Explanation
    Learn More

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