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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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 |
![Large Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag Large Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/largeblue_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
![Tesco Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/tesco_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
Approximately the same width as a typical supermarker carrier but slightly longer.
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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.
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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
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- the bag length is 585mm (24in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 300mm (12in)
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- B = 440mm (18in)
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- C = 585mm (24in)
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Small white vest carriers, available in 2 types:
- Standard duty (9 micron). Sold in packs of 100.
- Heavy duty (17 micron). Sold in packs of 100.
Dimensions are 254mm x 381mm x 457mm (10in x 15in x 18in). 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 |
Small White Vest Carrier Bag |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
![Small White Vest Carrier Bag Small White Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/smallwhite_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
![Tesco Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/tesco_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
Considerably narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier.
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Size |
254mm x 381mm x 457mm (10in x 15in x 18in) |
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) |
Heavy duty = 17 micron
(68 gauge)
Approximately 5% thinner 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.
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What's it used for? |
Standard duty:
Typically used for fine knitwear, underwear, socks and other small items of clothing. This bag is not limited to use with clothing lines however and is frequently used for a huge variety of other small lightweight product lines. Not suitable for heavy items and / or items with sharp corners.
Heavy duty:
This bag is almost double the thickness of the standard duty version and is therefore more suited to items that may have sharp corners. Typically used for household products, cosmetics, small sweet and savoury foods, and small toys. This bag has more of a quality feel to it compared to the standard duty version. |
What do the dimensions mean? |
254mm x 381mm x 457mm (10in x 15in x 18in) means:
- the bag width is 254mm (10in) but expands outwards to 381mm (15in) when the gusset is fully opened
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- the bag length is 457mm (18in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 254mm (16in)
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- B = 381mm (25in)
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- C = 457mm (29in)
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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 Medium White Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/medwhite_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
![Tesco Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/tesco_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
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 |
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.
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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)
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Clear Roll Bags (High Density), suitable for food use as well as many other applications. Roll bags are perfect for use in conjunction with roll bag dispensers.
- 225mm x 340mm (9in x 13in)
- 500 per roll
- High density polythene
- 9 micron (36 gauge)
You may also be interested in our low density clear polythene roll bags
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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 Large White Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/largewhite_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
![Tesco Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/tesco_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
Almost identical to a typical supermarket carrier but with very slightly narrower handles and a higher neckline.
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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.
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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
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- the bag length is 609mm (24in)
Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below:
- A = 304mm (12in)
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- B = 457mm (18in)
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- C = 609mm (24in)
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Light Duty Black Refuse Sack Dustbin Bags on Roll (20 per roll), suitable for domestic and light commerical waste applications or storage / transportation. Need something stronger? Take a look at our strong bin bags on a roll.
- 457mm x 725mm x 850mm (18in x 29in x 34in)
- Lightweight and economical
- 20 per roll
- Black low density polythene
- 20 micron (80 gauge)
What do the dimensions mean?
457mm x 725mm x 850mm (18in x 29in x 34in) means:
- the bag width is 457mm (18in) but expands outwards to 725mm (29in) when the gusset is fully opened
- the bag length is 850mm (34in)
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Medium blue recycled vest carriers, 16 micron. These are a cheaper alternative to our other Medium blue recycled vest carriers, available for a limited time only.
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 Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag | Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
![Medium Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag Medium Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/medbluebr2_carrier_comparison.jpg) | ![Tesco Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/tesco_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
Very slightly shorter and narrower than a typical supermarket carrier with 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 | 16 micron (64 gauge) Approximately 10% 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? |
Typically used for footwear, selected clothing lines (knitwear for example), plants, DIY goods (hardware, tools and paint), electrical goods, car parts and accessories, books and pet food. |
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 Vest Carrier Bag Dimension Explanation](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/vest-carrier-bag-diagram.jpg) |
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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.
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 Carrier Bags |
Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag |
![Black Gold Pin Stripe Carrier Bags Black Gold Pin Stripe Carrier Bags](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/blackgoldhdpatch_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
![Tesco Vest Carrier Bag Tesco Vest Carrier Bag](https://www.tradersupplies.co.uk/media/wysiwyg/tesco_carrier_comparison.jpg) |
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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A range of polythene grip seal resealable bags, available in various sizes ranging from 38mm x 64mm (1.5n x 2.5in) right up to 324mm x 324mm (12.75in x 12.75in).
- 40-45 micron (160-180 gauge)
- Resealable and reusable
- Great for food and jewelery
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Clear Roll Bags (High Density) with gusset, suitable for food use as well as many other applications. Roll bags are perfect for use in conjunction with roll bag dispensers and bag neck sealing machines.
What do the dimensions mean?
- The bag width is 225mm (9in) but expands outwards to 340mm (13in) when the gusset is fully opened
- The bag length is 440mm (17in)
Features
- 225mm x 340mm x 440mm (9in x 13in x 17in)
- Gusset
- 250 per roll
- High density polythene
- 9 micron (36 gauge)
You may also be interested in our low density clear polythene roll bags
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