Printed Plastic Bags

There is no minimum order quantity, however it is the same unit price per bag on quantities under 1000 as it is for orders of 1000 bags. As a result, we recommend ordering no less than 1000 bags.

On average it takes around 3 weeks for us to manufacture, print and deliver your bags once your order goes through. Depending on quantities and requirements we can ensure a quicker turnaround. We will be able to confirm lead times with you before you order so you know how long delivery will take. If you need your bags by a deadline, we are the only UK carrier bag supplier that can accommodate any specific delivery turnarounds or requirements, so please call or email us as soon as possible.

Polythene bags are our cheapest bag to produce, however the unit cost per bag will change depending on a number of factors. Orders of below 1000 bags would have the same unit cost as 1000, so we recommend ordering at least 1000. The more bags ordered, the more cost savings we can pass on. Also, factors such as the type of bag, the print & colouring of the bag, as well as the printing plates can all affect cost. We will break down the costs as part of your quote so please get in touch with your requirements.

Our plastic bags come in a range of sizes, and our plastic bag size guide walks you through all of your options here. For orders over 10,000 bags, we can also provide bags in any size you want.

Plastic bags are typically more cost effective than paper bags. They’re also easier to store, and made from stronger materials than paper bags, making them more reusable and long-lasting. Plastic is also water resistant and able to be printed clear.

Plastic bags are robust and long-lasting, meaning they are highly reusable and can be recycled. Plastic bags are considered single-use plastics, so brands should encourage their customers to reuse and recycle their plastic bags. Because plastic does not biodegrade quickly, when plastic bags are disposed of incorrectly they can have a significant environmental impact.

In some UK counties you are able to recycle plastic bags at home, so it’s worth checking whether this is possible at your postcode. For most, plastic bags can only be recycled at designated recycling points, the most common of which are large supermarkets.

No, plastic bags should be reused and recycled and cannot be biodegraded.

Yes, and we highly recommend you do so. Not only will each bag unit price be cheaper when ordered in larger quantities, but you’ll also get added benefits. For instance, orders over 10,000 bags can be made to bespoke sizes and we can carry out bespoke prints with very few limitations.

Printed polythene bags are the strongest bags in our range compared with their relative thickness, which is why they’ve stood the test of time as the most popular carrier bag option for businesses up and down the country for years.

Yes, plastic bags can be printed on one or both sides.

Yes, all of our printed plastic bags are great for carrying heavy items as plastic is a strong material, and our standard plastic bag sizes accommodate for items larger in size. See our plastic bag size guide for more information.

Yes, and we’ve worked with a number of brands to produce polythene bags for food packaging. If this is the desired use case of your bag, just tell us what you need. We can provide samples of previous food packaging plastic bag projects if required.

Printed polythene bags are the strongest bags in our range compared with their relative thickness, which is why they’ve stood the test of time as the most popular carrier bag option for businesses up and down the country for years.