Bags

White, semi opaque high density polythene bags, also known as butcher bags, suitable for food use as well as many other applications. Supplied in plastic wrapped counter top dispensers to prevent spillage.

• 10 micron / 40 gauge
• Ideal for food use
• High Density Polythene (HDPE)

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.

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How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Medium Candy Stripe Vest Carrier Bag	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Similar in proportion to a typical supermarket carrier but with a visibly higher neckline and shorter, narrower handles.
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.
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.
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)

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?

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How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Small White Vest Carrier Bag	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Considerably narrower and shorter than a typical supermarket carrier.
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.
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 the bag length is 457mm (18in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 254mm (16in) B = 381mm (25in) C = 457mm (29in)

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
	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)

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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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