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A technical overview of T-shirt carrier bags: materials, construction, printing options and lead times.

Technical information

Minimum order quantities

• Unprinted stock bags: from 250–500 pieces
• Flexographic production: from 10,000 pieces
• Custom dimensions and thicknesses: from 10,000–30,000 pieces

Materials

• HDPE from 25 microns
• LDPE from 40 microns
• Re-HDPE
• Re-LDPE
• Thickness range: 25–60 microns
• Transparent, white, black or coloured material

Construction

• T-shirt handles
• One-piece construction
• Block-packed or hanging format
• Choice of dimensions and load capacities

Printing options

• Up to 10 print colours
• Pantone colour system
• Logos, text and patterns
• Printing on the front, back and parts of the side gussets
• Consistent quality throughout the run

Production and delivery

• Standard production time: 3–6 weeks
• Production times for larger projects by agreement
• European manufacturing partners
• Certified production processes
• Quality control before delivery

Print file requirements

• File formats: AI, PDF, EPS
• Pantone colour references

Applications

• Grocery stores and supermarkets
• Fruit and vegetable departments
• Markets and kiosks
• Takeaway and food service
• Everyday retail

Project preparation

Before production, the dimensions, material, thickness, colours and print specifications are agreed with the customer. This ensures the bag meets both the intended use and the company’s visual identity requirements.

T-shirt carrier bags — choosing the right strength and material

The T-shirt carrier bag is a widely used option for fast service. It needs to carry a basketful of shopping while remaining thin and economical enough for thousands of uses a day. The wrong choice means either a bag that tears at the checkout or unnecessarily thick material that costs more than needed.

HDPE or LDPE — when to choose each

HDPE, starting at 25 microns, is stiffer and crisper and provides good load capacity even at lower thicknesses. It is the most common choice for grocery stores and supermarkets, where bags carry heavy but relatively smooth items. LDPE, starting at 40 microns, stretches more and resists sharp edges better, making it suitable for fruit and vegetable departments with irregularly shaped produce. Both are also available as recycled-material options, Re-HDPE and Re-LDPE, for those seeking a more environmentally conscious solution.

Construction for fast-paced use

The T-shirt handles are made in one piece with the bag body, so there is no separately glued handle attachment to come loose. The one-piece construction distributes the load evenly. Depending on the order, bags can be supplied in blocks for convenient checkout use or as a hanging format on a stand for customers to take themselves.

Logo-printed and branded T-shirt bags

Printed T-shirt bags connect everyday packaging with the company’s visual identity. Up to 10 print colours and the Pantone colour system provide consistency across the run. Printing is possible on the front, back and parts of the side gussets, turning the bag into mobile advertising that travels with the customer beyond the shop.

Applications

Grocery stores and supermarkets need HDPE bags for heavy loads across high numbers of purchases.

Fruit and vegetable departments benefit from LDPE that accommodates irregular shapes and sharper edges.

Markets and kiosks need an economical, readily available solution for high turnover.

Takeaway and food service need strong bags that withstand the weight and warmth of food.

Everyday retail is a widespread application because these bags can be produced quickly and economically in high volumes.

Quantities

Unprinted stock bags are available from 250–500 pieces. Flexographic production starts at 10,000 pieces. Custom dimensions and thicknesses start at 10,000–30,000 pieces.

Plastrum — your plastic bag partner in the Baltics and Scandinavia

Plastrum selects the best combination of manufacturer and material for each project so that the bag matches the product’s weight and handling requirements. Our broad manufacturer network provides flexibility and dependable supply, including for large orders. We serve businesses throughout the Baltics and Scandinavia.

Frequently asked questions

Which material suits a vegetable department?

LDPE is the better choice because it stretches more and tolerates sharper product edges better than HDPE.

Can T-shirt bags carry a company logo?

Yes. Up to 10 print colours allow a logo, artwork or a full design.

Can I order small quantities?

Stock bags start at 250–500 pieces; printed production starts at 10,000 pieces.

Are recycled-material options available?

Yes. Re-HDPE and Re-LDPE are made using recycled feedstock.