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Carrier bags are great for transporting items. They are lightweight and offer advantages such as durability and water resistance.
Paper carrier bags offer incredible value for money. Carrier bags are most commonly used in gift stores, boutiques, clothing outlets and retail stores.
Vest carrier bags are ideal for big and bulky items. They have gussets that expands to increase carrier bag's volume.
Punch out patch handle carrier bags are high opacity, strong and waterproof carrier bags.
We are happy to send out samples, please use the Try a sample link next to each product.
Bespoke items can be manufactured but are subject to a minimum order quantity and lead time. Bespoke items can also be printed at point of manufacture but again subject to a minimum quantity and stereo stencils. If a low volume order is required, an alternative to printing is bespoke labels.
In-stock items are available for next day delivery around the UK (see our delivery policy for more details). Further discounts available on larger order quantities. Give us a call on 01162 221 723 or email sales@polybagsdirect.com for details on a specific size or quantity.

Paper carrier bags
In stock paper carrier bags for boutiques, gift shops, jewellers etc.

Vest carrier bags
Vest carrier bags for market traders, craft fairs, food and clothing.

Punch out patch handle carrier bags
High opacity, strong and waterproof carrier bags.

Paper carrier bags
- Our value brown recycled paper bags offer incredible value for money.
- These paper carrier bags are most commonly used in gift stores, boutiques, clothing outlets and retail stores.
- Flat block bottom suited for boxes and other containers, the bags are suitable to hold up to 2 to 5 kgs in weight.
- Made from recycled kraft paper with twisted paper handles attached to the inside of the bags.
Width | Gusset | Length | Color | Price | Our reference | |
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21cm 210mm | 9cm 90mm | 22cm | Brown | CB-NS-350 CB-NS-700 CB-NS-1750 | Brown paper carrier bags. | |
21cm 210mm | 9cm 90mm | 22cm | White | CB-NC-350 CB-NC-700 CB-NC-1750 | White paper carrier bags. | |
21cm 210mm | 9cm 90mm | 22cm | Blue | CB-GY-350 CB-GY-700 CB-GY-1750 | Blue paper carrier bags. | |
26cm 260mm | 11cm 110mm | 35cm | Brown | CB-GF-250 CB-GF-500 CB-GF-1250 | Brown paper carrier bags. | |
26cm 260mm | 11cm 110mm | 35cm | White | CB-KO-250 CB-KO-500 CB-KO-1250 | White paper carrier bags. | |
26cm 260mm | 11cm 110mm | 35cm | Blue | CB-VA-250 CB-VA-500 CB-VA-1250 | Blue paper carrier bags. | |
32cm 320mm | 13cm 130mm | 40cm | Brown | CB-QK-200 CB-QK-400 CB-QK-1000 | Brown ivory twisted kraft bianco paper carriers. | |
32cm 320mm | 13cm 130mm | 40cm | Blue | CB-DM-200 CB-DM-400 CB-DM-1000 | Blue kraft bianco paper carriers. | |
54cm 540mm | 14cm 140mm | 45cm | Brown | CB-NR-125 CB-NR-250 CB-NR-625 | Brown paper carrier bags. | |
54cm 540mm | 14cm 140mm | 45cm | White | CB-HI-125 CB-HI-250 CB-HI-625 | White paper carrier bags. | |
54cm 540mm | 14cm 140mm | 45cm | Blue | CB-MM-125 CB-MM-250 CB-MM-625 | Blue paper carrier bags. |
- Paper carrier bags in stock available for immediate dispatch.
- Size specification: The first measurement gives the width of the paper carrier bag unopened/unfilled. The second measurement gives the side gusset of the paper bag. The third measurement gives the height of the paper bag.

Vest carrier bags
- Popular crisp carrier bags are strong, attractive and easy to carry. Vest carrier bags are suitable for market traders, craft fairs, food and clothing.
- Vest carrier bags are manufactured using light weight and high-density material that resists punctures and tears.
- Gusseted sides on the vest carrier bags gives extra storage space and expandability for bulky items.
- Need more info? Click on the following link to see high-density vest carrier bag close up: high-density vest carrier bag
Width | Opening | Height | Thickness | Price | Our reference | |
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6" 150mm | 11" 275mm | 18" 450mm | 18mu | CB-XV-2000 CB-XV-4000 CB-XV-10000 | Thin crispy vest carrier bags. | |
7" 180mm | 12.5" 320mm | 15" 380mm | 16mu | CB-SA-2000 CB-SA-4000 CB-SA-10000 | ||
9" 230mm | 14" 355mm | 17.5" 445mm | 18mu | CB-IX-2000 CB-IX-4000 CB-IX-10000 | ||
10" 260mm | 15" 365mm | 18" 440mm | 14mu | CB-XT-2000 CB-XT-4000 CB-XT-10000 | ||
11" 280mm | 17" 410mm | 21" 510mm | 12mu | CB-NQ-2000 CB-NQ-4000 CB-NQ-10000 | ||
11" 280mm | 17" 410mm | 21" 510mm | 18mu | CB-NV-1000 CB-NV-2000 CB-NV-5000 | Black HDPE/HT vest carrier bags. | |
11" 280mm | 17" 410mm | 21" 510mm | 24mu | CB-VV-1000 CB-VV-2000 CB-VV-5000 | ||
13" 320mm | 18" 450mm | 22" 550mm | 18mu | CB-CP-1000 CB-CP-2000 CB-CP-5000 | ||
13" 320mm | 18" 450mm | 22" 550mm | 28mu | CB-ME-1000 CB-ME-2000 CB-ME-5000 | ||
13" 320mm | 18" 450mm | 22" 550mm | 22mu | CB-WR-1000 CB-WR-2000 CB-WR-5000 | Black HDPE/HT vest carrier bags. | |
17" 425mm | 24" 600mm | 29" 735mm | 20mu | CB-IK-500 CB-IK-1000 CB-IK-2500 |
- High-density polythene is a strong material. It uses a thinner gauge than low-density polythene, however its formation still enables it to carry a substantial amount. The material has a crinkly feel.
- Please refer to the film thickness guide for further information on vest carrier bags film thickness.
- Size specification: The first measurement gives the width of the vest carrier bag unopened/unfilled. The second measurement gives the width of the carrier bag fully opened. The third measurement gives the height of the carrier bag.

Punch out patch handle carrier bags
- Punch out patch handle carrier bags made from low-density film.
- Each patch handle carrier bag has a reinforced patch on the inside of the handle for extra strength.
- These carrier bags have a high level of opacity, helping to conceal the contents within. They are strong and waterproof.
- Need more information? Click on the following link to see punch out patch handle carrier bag close up: punch out patch handle carrier bag
Width | Height | Bottom gusset | Thickness | Color | Price | Our reference | |
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15" 375mm | 18" 450mm | 3" 75mm | 30mu 120g | White | CB-GK-500 CB-GK-1000 CB-GK-2500 | White patch handle carrier bags with 3" bottom gusset. | |
15" 375mm | 18" 450mm | 3" 75mm | 30mu 120g | Black | CB-NN-500 CB-NN-1000 CB-NN-2500 | Black patch handle carrier bags. | |
15" 375mm | 18" 450mm | 3" 75mm | 30mu 120g | Green | CB-UW-500 CB-UW-1000 CB-UW-2500 | Green patch handle carrier bags. | |
15" 375mm | 18" 450mm | 3" 75mm | 30mu 120g | Purple | CB-SZ-500 CB-SZ-1000 CB-SZ-2500 | Purple patch handle carrier bags. | |
15" 375mm | 18" 450mm | 3" 75mm | 30mu 120g | Red | CB-NJ-500 CB-NJ-1000 CB-NJ-2500 | Red patch handle carrier bags. | |
22" 550mm | 18" 450mm | 3" 75mm | 32.5mu | White | CB-WJ-500 CB-WJ-1000 CB-WJ-2500 | White patch handle carrier bags. |
- Also known as fashion carrier bags. They have a high quality finish which makes your goods look professional in front of customers. They are suitable for high quality outlets such as jewellery stores, gift shops, clothes shops and boutiques.
- Please refer to the film thickness guide for further information on punch out patch handle carrier bags film thickness.