120G Polythene Bags
Clear Poly Bags (120 Gauge / 30µm) — Practical Protection for Packing, Storage & Presentation
These clear polythene poly bags are designed for everyday packing and protection where you want a clean, professional presentation and quick product identification. The transparent film helps you see contents at a glance, while the 120 gauge (approx. 30 micron / 30µm) thickness provides a dependable balance of flexibility and strength for routine handling, storage and distribution.
Supplied as paper-wrapped packs, they’re easy to handle in busy packing areas and help keep bags tidy and protected until use. This style of clear poly bag is widely used across retail, e-commerce fulfilment, warehousing, light manufacturing and general storage—anywhere you need a simple, cost-effective way to keep items clean, grouped and protected from dust and scuffs.
Key Features
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Clear film for fast identification
Transparency makes it easy to check items, labels and barcodes without opening the bag—ideal for pick/pack workflows and stock control. -
120 gauge (30µm) thickness
A popular “everyday” thickness that offers a practical blend of durability and pliability for a wide range of light-to-medium duty packing tasks. -
Paper-wrapped packs
Helps keep bags organised and protected in storage, and makes it easier to issue packs to packing benches or workstations. -
Neat presentation
Clear poly bags give products a clean, professional look for internal distribution, retail back-of-house use, and general presentation. -
Versatile for many item types
Suitable for grouping parts, protecting garments and textiles, keeping printed materials clean, and general storage of non-sharp items.
Typical Uses
- Picking and packing small goods for dispatch
- Keeping components, spares and accessories grouped together
- Protecting items from dust, light moisture and handling marks during storage
- Organising stock in bins, shelves and cartons
- Retail back-of-house bagging and presentation
- General workshop, office and warehouse storage
Clear Poly Bags (120 Gauge / 30µm) — Full Product Guide
Introduction
Clear polythene bags are one of the most widely used packaging consumables because they’re simple, economical and effective. This product is a clear poly bag in 120 gauge (approx. 30µm) film, supplied paper wrapped. It’s intended for general-purpose protection and organisation—helping you keep items clean, separated and easy to identify.
Because Sapphire product pages can represent multiple variants, this guide focuses on the general performance and best-practice use of clear 120 gauge poly bags rather than any single exact size.
How It Works
Poly bags create a lightweight protective barrier around your product. The film helps reduce dust contamination and surface scuffing, and it keeps multi-part items together so they don’t separate in storage or transit. Clear film also supports faster operations: packers can visually confirm contents and quantities without opening the bag, and warehouse teams can scan labels through the film where applicable.
In many workflows, poly bags are used as an inner pack inside an outer carton or mailing bag. This “double layer” approach can improve presentation and reduce the risk of items rubbing against each other or against the outer packaging.
Materials and Construction
These are clear polythene poly bags made from flexible plastic film. The thickness is specified as 120 gauge, which is commonly referenced as approximately 30 micron (30µm) in packaging listings. This thickness is widely chosen because it remains easy to open and handle while offering more substance than very thin films.
What does 120 gauge / 30µm mean in practice?
Thickness affects how the bag feels and performs. A thicker film generally offers improved puncture resistance and a more premium feel, while still remaining flexible. For many everyday packing tasks, 120 gauge (30µm) is a dependable choice that avoids the “too flimsy” feel of very light films without moving into heavy-duty territory.
Paper-wrapped supply
Paper wrapping helps keep packs neat and protected. In busy environments, this can reduce tangling and makes it easier to store packs on shelves or issue them to workstations.
Choosing the Right Bag (Fit, Thickness & Handling)
1) Fit and internal space
When selecting a bag, allow enough room for the product to slide in without forcing. Over-tight packing can stress seams and increase the chance of tearing—especially around corners or protrusions. If your items have sharp edges, consider additional protection (e.g., wrapping the item first) or a heavier-duty bag type.
2) Thickness selection
120 gauge / 30µm is a popular general-purpose thickness. If you’re packing very lightweight items (e.g., leaflets), thinner film may be sufficient; if you’re packing heavier items or items with corners, you may prefer a thicker film. For mixed product ranges, 120 gauge is often a good “standard” that works across many SKUs.
3) Opening and packing speed
Clear poly bags are commonly used where speed matters. Keeping packs paper wrapped and stored flat can help bags separate cleanly. In high-throughput environments, consider how bags will be dispensed at the bench (stacked, in a drawer, or in a simple dispenser).
Floor Type Compatibility
This product is a packaging consumable rather than a flooring product, so floor compatibility is not applicable. However, it is well suited to typical operational environments such as warehouses, packing benches, retail stockrooms and light industrial settings.
Health and Safety
General handling
Use appropriate manual handling practices when bagging heavier items. Avoid overfilling bags beyond what the film can comfortably accommodate.
Sharp items
Polythene film can puncture if pressed against sharp corners or edges. If packing sharp or pointed items, use additional protective layers or choose a more robust packaging solution.
Suffocation hazard
Plastic bags can present a suffocation risk. Keep bags away from babies and children and store responsibly in the workplace.
Workplace housekeeping
Loose bags and film can create slip/trip hazards if dropped on the floor. Dispose of waste promptly and keep packing areas tidy.
Ideal Applications and Use Cases
E-commerce fulfilment
Use as an inner protective bag for items going into mailing bags or cartons. Clear film helps with order accuracy checks and can protect products from dust and light moisture during transit.
Retail and merchandising support
Ideal for back-of-house organisation, protecting stock, and keeping accessories paired with main products. Clear bags also help staff identify items quickly.
Warehousing and inventory control
Useful for grouping parts, kits and components. Clear packaging supports visual stock checks and can help reduce picking errors.
Light manufacturing and assembly
Commonly used to keep sub-assemblies and components clean between process steps, or to create simple kits for production lines.
Office and facilities
Handy for storing stationery, printed materials, manuals, and small items that benefit from dust protection and easy identification.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Care
Poly bags are typically single-use or limited re-use depending on your process. Store unused packs in a clean, dry area away from direct heat and sunlight to help maintain film performance. Keep packs paper wrapped until needed to reduce dust contamination and to keep bags flat and easy to separate.
If you re-use bags internally, inspect for tears, punctures or stretched areas before re-packing. Replace any bag that shows damage, especially if it will be used for dispatch or customer-facing presentation.
Case Study (Example Workflow)
Scenario: A small e-commerce operation dispatches mixed items daily—accessories, printed inserts and small boxed goods.
Challenge: Reduce picking errors and keep items clean inside outer mailers, while maintaining a tidy packing bench.
Approach: The team uses clear 120 gauge poly bags to group each order’s components together before placing them into the final mailing bag or carton. Paper-wrapped packs are stored at each packing station to keep bags organised and easy to access.
Outcome: Faster visual checks, fewer missing accessories, and improved presentation when customers open the parcel.
Who Is It For?
- Warehouses and stockrooms needing quick, clear organisation of parts and products
- E-commerce and fulfilment teams looking for a simple inner-pack solution
- Retail operations that want clean presentation and easy identification
- Workshops and light manufacturing for kitting, WIP protection and component storage
- Offices and facilities for general storage and protection of small items
Colours / Features Available
This listing is for clear poly bags. Clear film is ideal when you want visibility of contents for identification, scanning and presentation. Packs are supplied paper wrapped for tidy storage and handling.
Sizes Available
This product page may represent multiple size options/variants. Choose the size that best fits your item with enough allowance for easy insertion and removal. If you’re unsure, consider measuring your product’s width, length and depth (including any protrusions or packaging) and selecting a bag that provides comfortable clearance.
Ordering Notes
- Sold in trade-friendly pack quantities (see variant options on the page).
- If you need help selecting the best size or thickness for your application, share what you’re packing (dimensions, weight, and whether there are sharp edges) and we can advise.
Product naming note: In packaging, thickness is often shown as 120 gauge and also written as 30 micron / 30µm. This listing uses both terms to make selection easier.