[NL] Zip bags: how do you choose the right one?

Are you a retailer or webshop that often packs small products? Then zip bags are undoubtedly one of the best packaging solutions for you. They keep your shipment very compact and can be used in numerous sectors. Depending on your product and logistics, you can choose from several types of zip bags – made of plastic or kraft.

How do you choose the right one for your product, logistics and image? In this article, we give you practical advice in making your choice and show you a selection of the most popular grip bags on the market.

1. What are the advantages of zip bags?

Ziplock bags are an important packaging tool in the logistics sector. They offer a wide range of benefits that allow you to pack your products efficiently and safely. Why would you choose a zip bag?

A waterproof and secure closure: the pressure closure provides a hermetic seal for the bag so that the contents are optimally protected.
Multi-applicable in many sectors: from the clothing and fashion industry to the electronics sector and even the food industry, zip pouches are available for numerous applications.
Durable: thanks to the snap closure, these bags can be opened and closed several times. This therefore makes them perfectly reusable.
Versatile: not only can these bags be used to pack your products, they can also be used by your customers in their private lives. With a zip bag, you can store personal items in bulk, or freeze food with them.
Protection against moisture and micro-organisms: the pouches made of polyethylene (LDPE) protect your products from external factors (such as moisture) to keep them in perfect condition for longer.
Easy to handle: grip bags are very easy to close. Nothing easier for your packers!
Economical: both plastic and kraft paper bags are inexpensive. They can also be purchased in larger quantities, quickly reducing your purchase price further.

2. What products can you pack with grip bags?

Which products are all suitable for this type of packaging? In general, you can say that you can pack just about any small item with them, and especially if they are bulk goods. Examples of these types of items are:

Small items of clothing or fashion accessories;
Hobby items (yarn, ribbons, ornaments, etc.);
Small electrical parts or electronic devices;
Bulk pre-packaged food items, such as tea or spices;
Small office supplies;
Samples of your products;
Medical samples.

Voorbeelden van zipzakjes gevuld met elektronica of bulkartikelen

3. What is the best way to choose a zip bag?

Grip bags all have one thing in common: they have a snap fastener that allows you to seal the bag perfectly. However, there are many other features that make each gripper bag unique. Below we list the most important criteria that can help you find the perfect bag for packaging your product.

How big should my bag be? Before choosing a pouch, measure the size of the product you want to pack. For thick or bulky products, you can choose a bag with side gussets.
How thick should my bag be? The thickness of plastic bags is expressed in microns: most ziplock bags are available in 50, 60 or 100 micron versions. The higher this number, the stronger the bag is
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What colour should my pouch be? You can choose transparent to have the contents always clearly visible. Or you can choose a coloured one to highlight your products or make them stand out better during storage in the warehouse. Finally, there are pouches with an opaque black wall so that the contents remain discreet.
Do I need to be able to brand my pouches? In this case, choose grip bags with a marking strip on which you can easily write something using a highlighter.

Voorbeelden van verschillende soorten zipzakjes zoals gekleurde zakjes en exemplaren met een beschrijfbare strook

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4. RAJA’s range of zip bags

Now that you have determined the criteria your grip bag should meet, you can choose from the following list of transparent, opaque or coloured bags.

Transparent zip pouch	. – Economical: the cheapest variant on the market. – Available in 50, 60 or 100 micron strength. – Transparent wall so that the contents are always clearly visible. – Available in versions with a writing strip for easy note-taking.
Bag made of recycled plastic	. – Environmentally friendly: partly made of recycled plastic. – Same quality and properties as a standard transparent model.
Black zip pouch	. – Discreet : the contents are not visible. – Protective: treated against UV light. – With writing strip for easy note taking.
Coloured zip pouch	. – Recognisable: sort and quickly identify your products using the eye-catching colours. – Transparent wall so the contents are always clearly visible.
Kraft paper zip bag	. – Ecological image: the kraft paper exterior gives your bag an eco-friendly look. – Tear-resistant: finished on the inside with a 12-micron PET layer.
Isothermal zip bag	. – Isothermal :the zip closure with barbs improves impermeability and reduces temperature loss. – With extra space inside for a cooling element.

Easy and endless opening and closing, economical price, optimal protection for your small items, durable… You see: grip bags are the ideal solution for packaging a wide range of products. It’s up to you to choose the bag that perfectly suits your logistical needs.