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BAGS - All kinds of bags are available to buy from Macfarlane Packaging
Macfarlane Packaging can supply a huge range of bags suitable for many purposes in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and styles to suit your needs… including packaging bags, plastic bags, paper bags, carrier bags, polythene mailing bags, and bubble envelopes – all at low prices.
You can buy bags from Macfarlane Packaging in single packs or in bulk, and all our bags are available the next day if you place your order before 3 pm. Order bags online now from Macfarlane Packaging or contact our friendly team for help deciding which bags you need or wholesale pricing.
What sort of bags can Macfarlane Packaging supply?
We offer an extensive range of bags for you to choose from, including:
- Polythene bags/plastic bags
- Carrier bags / paper carrier bags / Plastic carrier bags
- Paper bags
- Mailing bags/dispatch sacks
- Grip seal bags
- Bin liners and refuse sacks
- Gusseted paper bags
- Counter paper bags
- Film fronted bags
- Bubble envelopes/bubble mailers
- Enviroflute / paper padded envelopes
- Paper mailing bags
- Organza bags
The bags Macfarlane Packaging supplies are available in a vast range of sizes from small bags through to large bags, as well as bags in different colors to suit your business.
Do you sell eco-friendly bags?
Yes, Macfarlane Packaging does sell several eco-friendly bags! All our paper bags (including paper mailing bags and paper carrier bags) are completely kerbside recyclable and can biodegrade – so they’re made from a renewable resource and are kind to the environment. A win-win situation!
Our paper mailing bags, gusseted paper bags, and Enviroflute paper padded bags are all great options if you want an environmentally friendly bag.
What kind of bag do I need? Do I need a plastic bag or a paper bag?
The kind of packaging bag you need will depend on what you’re using it for. There are a few things you should consider when choosing the bags you need:
- Are your products lightweight or heavy?
- What will you be using your bag for? E.g. retail, food, waste disposal or posting products?
- If you’re using bags for posting products, do they need to meet Royal Mail parcel or envelope sizes?
- Do you need to buy bags in high volumes?
Here’s a quick guide to the strength and applications of bags Macfarlane Packaging
Type of Bag |
Material |
Strength |
Applications |
Polythene bags/plastic bags |
Plastic |
Light to heavy-duty – depends on the micron of the bag (higher micron = heavier duty) |
Suitable for a wide range of applications
|
Carrier bags |
Plastic or paper |
Light to medium duty |
Retail environments – e.g., shops / restaurants / bakers |
Paper bags |
Paper |
Light to medium duty – depends on the weight of the paper and application |
Suitable for a wide range of applications. Mailing bags, carrier bags, and food/counter bags are all available and made from paper. |
Mailing bags/dispatch sacks |
Plastic or paper |
Light to medium duty |
Ideal for internet retail and ecommerce packaging. Popular for fashion and apparel. Great for posting items that are not fragile. |
Grip seal bags |
Plastic |
Light to heavy-duty – depends on the micron of the bag (higher micron = heavier duty) |
Suitable for a wide range of applications. Great for re-sealing or storing products. Clear and write-on options are available.
|
Bin liners and refuse sacks |
Plastic |
Heavy duty |
Bin bags and refuse bags are great for the disposal or sorting of waste in business and home environments. |
Gusseted paper bags |
Paper |
Light to medium duty |
Suitable for retail or storage. Often used for food. |
Counter paper bags |
Paper |
Light duty |
Great for retailers. Can be used for fruit & veg, sweets, baked goods, and more. |
Film fronted paper bags |
Paper and plastic |
Light duty |
Perfect for displaying or selling items in a retail environment. Poplar for cakes, baked goods, and other food items. |
Bubble envelopes/bubble mailers |
Paper and plastic |
Light to medium duty |
Bubble mailers or bubble envelopes can protect a wide variety of items with bubble lining that prevents damage in tra |
Enviroflute / Paper padded envelopes |
Paper |
Light to medium duty |
Suitable for protecting a wide variety of items in the postal or courier network. Available in Royal Mail suitable sizes. Recyclable and biodegradable. |
Paper mailing bags |
Paper |
Light to medium duty – depends on the weight of the paper and application |
Great internet retail and ecommerce packaging. Ideal for fashion and apparel. Useful for posting items that are not fragile. Recyclable and sustainable. |
Organza bags |
Organza |
Light duty / decorative |
For retail, gifting or at events. Adds a decorative touch, for smaller or more valuable items. |
Does Macfarlane Packaging sell custom packaging, including custom printed bags?
Yes, at Macfarlane Packaging we can help you with all types of custom packaging. This includes custom printed bags that have your logo and branding applied to them.
If you can’t find the packaging bags you’re looking for in our range, contact us and we can source custom design bags for you, let you know the minimum order quantity and bulk pricing. Custom printing can be applied to bags of all kinds, and we can even help with branded gift bags, retail bags, and custom printed carrier bags, as well as printed transit bags like mailing bags and dispatch sacks.
