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)

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?

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How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Large Blue Recycled Vest Carrier Bag	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Approximately the same width as a typical supermarker carrier but slightly longer.
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.
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 the bag length is 585mm (24in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 300mm (12in) B = 440mm (18in) C = 585mm (24in)

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)

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
	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)

Small black vest carriers, 20 micron.

Sold in packs of 100.

Dimensions are 203mm x 330mm x 457mm (8in x 13in x 18in). What do these dimensions mean?

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How does it compare to a typical supermarket carrier?
Proportions	Small Black Vest Carrier Bag	Typical Supermarket Carrier Bag
	Shorter and narrower than a typical supermarket carrier with shorter handles.
Size	203mm x 330mm x 457mm (8in x 13in x 18in)	305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in)
Thickness	20 micron (80 gauge) Approximately 10% 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, off licenses and takeaways.
What's it used for?
This is a small but very strong bag, typically used for small bottles (glass and plastic) such as beer and soft drinks as well as jars, such as honey, jam and sauces. Owing to its small size it is ideal for holding any number of small objects that would be otherwise lost in a larger bag. It's opaque black colour ensures that items within the bag are not visible.
What do the dimensions mean?
203mm x 330mm x 457mm (8in x 13in x 18in) means: the bag width is 203mm (8in) but expands outwards to 330mm (13in) when the gusset is fully opened the bag length is 457mm (18in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 203mm (8in) B = 330mm (13in) C = 457mm (18in)

Small white vest carriers, 20 micron.

Sold in packs of 100.

Dimensions are 203mm x 330mm x 457mm (8in x 13in 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
	Shorter and narrower than a typical supermarket carrier with shorter handles.
Size	203mm x 330mm x 457mm (8in x 13in x 18in)	305mm x 483cm x 533mm (12in x 19in x 21in)
Thickness	20 micron (80 gauge) Approximately 10% 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, off licenses and takeaways.
What's it used for?
This is a small but very strong bag, typically used for small bottles (glass and plastic) such as beer and soft drinks as well as jars, such as honey, jam and sauces. Owing to its small size it is ideal for holding any number of small objects that would be otherwise lost in a larger bag. It's opaque white colour ensures that items within the bag are not visible.
What do the dimensions mean?
203mm x 330mm x 457mm (8in x 13in x 18in) means: the bag width is 203mm (8in) but expands outwards to 330mm (13in) when the gusset is fully opened the bag length is 457mm (18in) Still confused? Take a look at the diagram below: A = 203mm (8in) B = 330mm (13in) C = 457mm (18in)

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
	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)