Bags and Pouches

Paper Bags for Shops, Cafés and Markets

A paper bag is often the last thing a customer is handed and the first thing other people see them carrying. Handled carrier bags suit boutiques and gift shops, while flat-bottom SOS bags stand open on a counter for bakeries, delis and takeaway orders. Grocery bags are larger and stronger for heavier shopping.

Paper bags can be printed in one ink on kraft for a natural look or in full colour on white for bolder designs. Twisted paper handles, flat handles and rope handles change both the feel and the cost. Fashion and beauty shops often choose luxury paper bags with rope handles for a finish that matches the products inside.

Mylar Bags and Barrier Pouches

Mylar bags are made from layered films, often including a metallised layer, that keep out light, air and moisture. They are widely used for coffee, snacks, dried foods, supplements and anything that needs a longer shelf life. Heat sealing closes the bag securely, and zips allow customers to reseal it after opening.

Mylar bags come flat, gusseted, stand-up or die-cut into a shape. Windows let customers see the product, and kraft-lined versions give a paper look on the outside with a barrier inside. For dried goods and pantry products, resealable mylar ziplock bags are the most flexible starting point.

Stand-Up, Flat and Speciality Pouches

Stand-up pouches have a gusset at the base so they stand on a shelf like a box. Flat pouches lie flat and suit samples and sachets. Flat-bottom pouches have a square base and look almost like a carton when filled, while quad seal and side gusset pouches suit coffee and larger volumes.

Speciality pouches include spouted pouches for liquids and purées, retort pouches for food that is heated after sealing, and shaped pouches that follow the outline of a product or character. A printed stand-up pouch with a zip and tear notch is the most common choice for snacks and dry goods.

Film Bags, Sizes and Ordering

Poly bags, zip lock bags and cellophane bags are clear or printed film bags for clothing, small parts, sweets and gifts. They are light, cheap to post and protect products from dust and moisture. Printed versions carry a logo or warning text, while clear versions show the product.

Every bag is made to the size you need, with options for zips, tear notches, hang holes and windows. A free design proof shows the artwork on the flat bag before printing. For retail packaging of clothes and accessories, printed poly bags keep items clean and tidy from the warehouse to the customer.