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Buyer and production guide

Types of Plastic Bags and Their Uses

A clear comparison of HDPE, LDPE and common bag formats for retail, food and industrial applications.

Key point: the right specification starts with the real application and target volume—not the lowest visible price.

Start with use—not material name

A retail bag differs from food packaging or industrial film. Load, food contact, packing method, heat and storage define the specification.

HDPE or LDPE?

HDPE provides stiffness at lower gauges, while LDPE is softer, more flexible and generally clearer. The right choice is application-specific.

Gauge and dimensions

Excess gauge increases cost; too little compromises performance. Define load and format, then validate with a sample or comparable item.

Printing and identity

Colour count, coverage and detail influence plate preparation and running control. Provide vector or high-resolution PDF artwork with colour references.

How to get an accurate quotation

Send product type, dimensions, gauge if known, material, quantity, print colours, packing format and delivery city.

Request a specification review

Send the details you have, even if incomplete, for an initial structured review.

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