Burgundy Carrier Bags with Punched Handles

Features & Benefits

• Burgundy carrier bags manufactured from 180 gauge polythene film
• Approximately 45 micron film thickness
• Reinforced patch around the punched-out handle
• Opaque finish helps conceal and protect the contents
• Integrated punched-out handle for convenient carrying
• Open-top design allows quick and efficient packing
• Expanding bottom gusset provides additional capacity
• Flexible material accommodates products in different shapes
• Protects contents from dust, dirt and light moisture
• Rich burgundy colour creates a smart retail presentation
• Economical for everyday customer purchases
• Easy to store flat beneath or beside a sales counter
• Suitable for clothing, accessories, gifts and general merchandise
• Plain exterior allows businesses to add labels or branded stickers
• Available in two practical sizes
• Supplied in packs of 100 bags
• Clean bags may suit specialist polythene-film recycling collections

Common Uses

Our burgundy carrier bags are ideal for carrying and packaging:

• Clothing and fashion accessories
• Jewellery and watches
• Cosmetics and beauty products
• Gifts and souvenirs
• Shoes and footwear
• Books and stationery
• Cards and craft supplies
• Mobile phone accessories
• Small electrical accessories
• Toys and games
• Pharmacy and healthcare products
• Hair and beauty products
• Boutique purchases
• Exhibition and promotional materials
• Market-stall merchandise
• General retail products

Always choose a bag size and specification that comfortably accommodates the complete dimensions and weight of the intended contents.

180 Gauge Burgundy Carrier Bags with Punched-Out Handles

Our 180 gauge burgundy plastic carrier bags provide a smart, practical and cost-effective packaging solution for retailers, boutiques, gift shops, market traders and other customer-facing businesses. The rich burgundy finish creates an attractive retail presentation while helping to keep purchases discreet.

Manufactured from approximately 45 micron polythene film, these burgundy carrier bags offer a practical balance of flexibility and durability for everyday retail applications. The 180 gauge material helps protect purchases from dust, dirt and light moisture while remaining easy for staff to open, fill and store.

Each bag includes an integrated punched-out handle with a reinforcing patch around the handle area. This patch provides additional support at one of the main stress points of the bag, helping customers carry suitable retail purchases more comfortably.

The expanding bottom gusset creates extra internal capacity and allows the bag to accommodate thicker or bulkier products more effectively than a completely flat carrier bag. This makes the range suitable for clothing, giftware, footwear, boxed products and general retail merchandise.

These burgundy polythene carrier bags store flat when not in use, helping businesses keep useful quantities close to the sales counter without occupying unnecessary storage space.

Practical Burgundy Carrier Bags for Retail and Customer Purchases

The open-top design supports fast packing in busy retail environments. Staff can place products inside without opening adhesive strips, unfolding paper handles or assembling the bag.

Once filled, the punched-out handle provides a convenient carrying point for the customer. The reinforcing patch supports the handle area, while the 180 gauge film provides the flexibility needed for a wide range of everyday retail products.

The opaque burgundy material also helps conceal the contents, making these carriers useful for businesses selling personal items, gifts, clothing, cosmetics and higher-value merchandise.

Their flexible polythene construction allows the bags to adapt around irregularly shaped products. However, sharp corners and pointed objects may puncture the film, so wrap or protect these items before placing them inside.

These bags do not include a built-in adhesive closure or tamper-evident seal. If the contents require additional security, close the top with suitable tape or place the product inside separate protective packaging before inserting it into the carrier bag.

Understanding 180 Gauge Polythene Film

Gauge provides a traditional measurement of polythene-film thickness. A thickness of 180 gauge equals approximately 45 microns.

These 45 micron burgundy carrier bags offer more substance than many lightweight retail carriers while remaining flexible and economical for regular use. The material suits clothing, gifts, accessories and other general merchandise, provided the products remain within the capacity of the bag and handle.

Thickness alone does not determine the total carrying capacity. The product’s size, shape, weight distribution and sharpness can all affect bag performance. The handle construction, bottom gusset and seams also contribute to the overall suitability of the carrier.

Avoid describing the bags as suitable for a specific carrying weight unless the relevant technical specification confirms a tested load capacity.

Available Burgundy Plastic Carrier Bag Sizes

We offer our 180 gauge burgundy plastic carrier bags in the following sizes:

• 15 x 18 x 3 inch / 380mm x 457mm x 75mm burgundy carrier bags – supplied in packs of 100
• 21.7 x 18 x 3 inch / 550mm x 457mm x 75mm burgundy carrier bags – supplied in packs of 100

We show measurements as width × height × bottom gusset.

The imperial dimensions provide approximate conversions from the metric sizes. Please use the millimetre measurements when you require an exact fit.

The 380mm-wide option provides room for clothing, books, gifts and medium-sized merchandise. The wider 550mm carrier suits larger garments, boxed products and wider retail purchases.

Both sizes use 180 gauge / approximately 45 micron burgundy polythene film and include a punched-out handle with a reinforcing patch.

How to Choose the Correct Burgundy Carrier Bag Size

Measure the complete width, height and depth of the product before selecting a carrier bag. Remember that the contents will use part of the available width and height when the bag expands around a bulky item.

The bottom gusset increases the available capacity, but it does not mean every product measuring the full stated width, height and depth will fit comfortably. Product shape, weight and rigidity can all affect the required bag size.

Allow additional room above the contents so the customer can grip the punched-out handle without placing excessive strain on the material. A product that reaches too close to the handle opening may make the bag uncomfortable to carry or increase pressure on the polythene.

For multiple products, measure the combined dimensions rather than each item separately. Arrange products so they distribute their weight evenly across the base and do not press sharp corners against the film.

If the contents feel tight or sit close to the stated measurements, choose the larger size. We recommend requesting a sample before placing a larger order if your products are bulky, heavy, pointed or irregularly shaped.

How to Use Punched-Out Handle Burgundy Carrier Bags

Open the bag fully and allow the bottom gusset to expand before inserting the products. Place heavier or flatter items at the bottom, then arrange lighter products above them.

Avoid forcing oversized items into the bag or pulling sharply against the side seams. Protect pointed corners, sharp edges and projecting components with tissue paper, bubble wrap or another suitable material.

Make sure the contents sit below the punched-out handle so the customer can grip the bag comfortably. When packing several items, distribute the weight evenly and avoid overloading one side.

Although the reinforced patch supports the handle area, you should not overload the bag or use it for products that exceed the suitability of the 180 gauge film.

These carrier bags do not provide protective transit packaging and should not replace a box, mailing bag or padded bag when sending products through a parcel network.

Why Choose Our 180 Gauge Burgundy Carrier Bags?

Our burgundy plastic carrier bags combine practical handling, attractive presentation and straightforward storage. Their rich burgundy finish works well across traditional shops, independent boutiques, gift retailers, exhibitions, market stalls and other customer-facing businesses.

The 180 gauge / approximately 45 micron polythene film provides a useful balance of flexibility and durability for everyday retail purchases. It allows staff to handle and pack the bags easily while providing dependable protection for suitable merchandise.

The punched-out handle creates a convenient carrying point without adding separate handle components. A reinforcing patch supports the handle area, while the bottom gusset expands to create more room for retail purchases and bulkier merchandise.

With two sizes available, businesses can choose a suitable carrier for medium-sized purchases, clothing and larger boxed products. Packs of 100 also make it easy to order quantities that suit day-to-day retail demand.

The plain burgundy exterior allows businesses to add branded stickers, product labels, promotional messages or care instructions where required.

What Are Burgundy Carrier Bags Also Known As?

People also commonly refer to burgundy carrier bags as:

• Burgundy polythene carrier bags
• Burgundy plastic carriers
• Burgundy poly carrier bags
• Burgundy retail bags
• Burgundy shopping bags
• Burgundy merchandise bags
• Burgundy boutique bags
• Burgundy shop bags
• Wine-coloured carrier bags
• Dark Red carrier bags
• Claret carrier bags
• Maroon carrier bags
• 180 gauge carrier bags
• 45 micron carrier bags
• Punched-out handle bags
• Patched-handle carrier bags
• Reinforced handle bags
• Punch-handle carrier bags
• Die-cut handle bags
• Die-cut carrier bags
• Opaque carrier bags
• Plastic retail carriers
• Gusseted carrier bags
• Bottom-gusset carrier bags
• Polythene shopping bags
• Plastic shopping carriers
• Retail checkout bags

Although people often use these terms interchangeably, burgundy, wine, claret and maroon can describe different colour shades. Carrier bags can also differ in material, thickness, handle design, recycled content, gusset depth and carrying strength. Always check the complete product specification before ordering.

Food Contact Information

Do not use these burgundy carrier bags for direct contact with unpackaged food unless the specification for your chosen size confirms food-contact suitability.

You can use the bags to carry food products that already have suitable primary packaging, provided the combined size and weight remain appropriate for the carrier.

If you require confirmation for a particular food application or need a Food Safety Certificate, please email sales@expresspackaging.co.uk before ordering.

PPWR Compliance Information

Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on Packaging and Packaging Waste, commonly known as the PPWR, applies from 12 August 2026 to packaging placed on the EU market. We can provide available product specifications and supporting information to help customers complete their compliance assessments.

A 180 gauge polythene construction or potential recyclability alone does not confirm full PPWR compliance. The responsible economic operator must assess the finished packaging and its intended use against all applicable requirements, including packaging minimisation, substances of concern, recycled content, recyclability, labelling and technical documentation.

Customers intending to place these products on the EU market should email sales@expresspackaging.co.uk to request the latest available documentation and confirm suitability for their application before making a PPWR compliance claim.

Material and Responsible Disposal

These carrier bags use 180 gauge / approximately 45 micron flexible polythene film. Clean polythene bags may suit specialist flexible-plastic or carrier-bag recycling collections, depending on the facilities available in your area.

Many household kerbside recycling services do not accept plastic bags and flexible films. Some supermarkets, commercial waste contractors and specialist recycling facilities provide separate collection points.

Remove paper receipts, labels and other non-polythene components where practical. Bags contaminated with food, oil, chemicals or other substances may not suit recycling.

Where the bag remains clean and undamaged, consider reusing it before placing it into an appropriate recycling or waste stream. Always follow the guidance provided by your local authority or commercial waste contractor.

Recycled material content can vary according to the product specification and stock batch. Please contact our sales team if you require confirmation of the recycled content for a particular size.

Important Safety Information

Keep unused bags away from babies and young children to reduce the risk of suffocation. Do not use the bags as toys, protective clothing or bedding.

Store the bags in a clean, dry area away from direct heat, naked flames and prolonged sunlight. Polythene can melt or burn when exposed to high temperatures.

Do not overload the bags or use them for products that exceed the strength of the 180 gauge material or reinforced handle area. Support bulky or heavy items from underneath when necessary.

Protect the bag from sharp corners and pointed objects that could puncture the polythene. Check the bag and handle before use, particularly when carrying valuable or fragile products.

Sample Requests

To request a sample, please email sales@expresspackaging.co.uk or call 0121 622 2347. A small charge applies to sample bags wider than 600mm. Our sales team will confirm any applicable charge before sending the sample.

Illustration Only

Products and accessories shown in our images demonstrate potential applications only and are not included with the carrier bags.

Items vary in size, shape, depth and weight. Measure your products carefully before ordering and allow enough space for the bottom gusset to expand and the punched-out handle to remain accessible.