Bags, Labels & Tags

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Bags, labels and tags keep parts protected, sorted and identified from the stockroom to the shipping dock. This subcategory includes reclosable zipper bags, flat and gusseted poly bags, shipping and address labels, inventory and bin labels, and tags with strings or wires for marking parts, tools and equipment. Common uses include kitting hardware, bagging small parts for shipment, labeling cartons and tagging items for repair or inspection.

What to check before you order

  • Bag size and thickness. Poly bags are sized by inside width x length, and thickness is given in mils. Heavier parts with sharp edges need a thicker bag.
  • Closure type. Reclosable zipper bags suit parts that get opened and closed. Flat bags are sealed with tape or a heat sealer.
  • Label printing method. Direct thermal labels need no ribbon but fade with heat and light over time. Thermal transfer labels use a ribbon and last longer. Confirm the label size and core size fit your printer.
  • Adhesive. Permanent adhesive suits shipping cartons. Removable adhesive is easier on reusable totes and bins.
  • Tag material. Paper tags work indoors. For outdoor use or oily shop conditions, look for synthetic or reinforced tags.

For more shipping supplies, see Packaging & Shipping, boxes, mailers and envelopes and the Wrap-Tite poly bag line.

Common questions

What does mil thickness mean for poly bags?

A mil is one thousandth of an inch, or 0.001 in. Thin bags around 1 to 2 mil suit light parts and documents, while 4 mil and thicker bags resist punctures from heavier hardware and sharp edges. Mils are not the same as millimeters.

What is a gusseted poly bag?

A gusseted bag has folded sides or a folded bottom that open up to give the bag depth. It holds boxy or bulky items such as kits, cartons and molded parts better than a flat bag of the same width.

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