Bags

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)

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)

Clear Roll Bags (low density), suitable for food use as well as many other applications. Roll bags are perfect for use in conjunction with self service roll bag dispensers often found in green grocers.

• 225mm x 340mm (9in x 13in)
• 250 per roll
• Low density polythene
• 18 micron (72 gauge)

You may also be interested in our high density clear polythene roll bags

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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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
	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)

• 400mm x 762mm x 1134mm (16in x 30in x 44in)
• Strong, tie handle design
• 8 per roll
• Black low density polythene
• 30 micron (120 gauge)

What do the dimensions mean?
400mm x 762mm x 1134mm (16in x 30in x 44in) means:

• the bag width is 400mm (16in) but expands outwards to 762mm (30in) when the gusset is fully opened
• the bag length is 1134mm (44in)

Medium Duty Black Refuse Sack Dustbin Bags (200 per box, packed loose). These bags do not have a tie handle, click here to see our tie handle bin bags. Suitable for domestic and commerical applications or storage / transportation.

• 406mm x 620mm x 970mm (16in x 25in x 38in)
• Strong, heavy duty refuse bag
• 200 per box
• Black low density polythene
• 30 micron (120 gauge)

What do the dimensions mean?
406mm x 620mm x 970mm (16in x 25in x 38in) means:

• the bag width is 406mm (16in) but expands outwards to 620mm (25in) when the gusset is fully opened
• the bag length is 970mm (38in)

Strong Black Refuse Sack / Dustbin Bags (200 per box, packed loose). These bags do not have a tie handle, click here to see our tie handle bin bags. These bin bags are suitable for commerical applications and are popular with garden centres for packaging plants and shrubs.

• 457mm x 725mm x 975mm (18in x 29in x 39in)
• Strong, heavy duty black refuse bag
• 200 per box
• Black high density polythene
• 30 micron (120 gauge)

What do the dimensions mean?
457mm x 725mm x 975mm (18in x 29in x 39in) means:

• the bag width is 457mm (18in) but expands outwards to 725mm (29in) when the gusset is fully opened
• the bag length is 975mm (39in)

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.