Grip seal bags packaging guide

Grip seal bag questions

  • What are grip seal bags?

    Grip seal bags are closed at the top by squeezing the interlocking zipper together enabling the bag to be closed and reopened many times. They are ideal where you want to secure contents and avoid leakage or contamination. There is no need for bag-sealer, staples or tape.
  • What are write-on panel grip seal bags?

    Write on panel grip seal bags are regular grip seal bags with three white write on panel. They allows the contents of the bag to be quickly and easily identifiable. The white panel is suitable for biro or pencil labelling. Write on panel grip seal polythene bags remain firmly shut when closed but are easy to quickly open and reseal whenever required.
  • Are grip seal bags suitable for archiving?

    Yes, grip seal bags are suitable for archiving.
  • Are grip seal bags suitable for archiving?

    Yes, they are perfect for storing and preserving photos, collectibles and artwork.
  • Are grip seal bags water proof?

    Gripseal bags are not waterproof. Left in contact with excess humidity, water or moister will eventually build inside the plastic bags. However this is a common trait of all polythene bags.

Opacity of resealable grip seal bags

Opacity can range from crystal clear to completely opaque. Opacity of the material goes hand in hand with its durability. The clearest reclosable grip seal bags are the least durable and vice versa. Clear films are used for display, while opaque are used for hiding or protecting the held items from sunlight.

Type of material used in making grip seal bags

The most common types of plastics used for making grip seal bags are cellophane, polyethylene (LDPE, MDPE, and HDPE) and vinyl.

Cellophane is too weak to protect the items, but the grip seal bags made of this material are extremely lightweight.

The LDPE polythene can protect the held items from dirt, scratches and moisture. The MDPE will additionally protect items from punctures and tears. The HDPE will protect items from all of the above.

Resealable plastic bags for airport security

Regulations are in place to restrict what liquids are allowed an aircraft. Allowed liquids should be in containers no larger than 100ml. Anything bought from duty free shops is OK. These containers must be placed in a bag that is transparent and resealable, no larger than 200 x 200mm (8 x 8 inches) and able to close properly with all the items inside.

Our plain grip seal bags are perfect for airport security. The closest size to the permitted maximum being 187 x 187mm. These grip seal bags are also available with write-on panels.

Resealable poly bags have a lot of other practical uses. All our resealable bags are food grade are used in industry, warehousing, hardware stores, kraft shops etc.

Grip seal bags packaging guide last updated: Jun-2023

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