Carry Bags Sydney
Choosing a carry bag in Sydney now starts with the material. Since 1 June 2022 NSW has banned lightweight plastic shopping bags of 35 micron or less, so retailers pick between paper, thicker plastic, calico and non woven bags based on cost, look and how often the bag will be reused.
QIS Packaging stocks all four at our Brisbane warehouse. Orders placed before 12pm on a weekday are dispatched the same day and usually reach Sydney metro addresses in about 2 business days.
Carry bag materials for Sydney stores
Each range is a different material or style. Open one for its sizes and colours.
Paper carry bagsKraft, white and coloured bags in most retail sizes.
Die-cut plastic carry bags40 to 50 micron bags with a punched handle, packs of 100.
Singlet checkout bagsSupermarket-style bags, including 40 micron QLD-compliant styles.
Calico bagsWashable 120gsm cotton bags that customers keep.
Non woven (NWPP) bagsLight, reusable fabric bags in nine colours.
Takeaway paper carry bagsSquare-based bags that keep meals upright.
Printed plastic carry bagsWhite plastic bags printed with your logo.
Printed paper carry bagsKraft or white bags with your branding.
Carry bags for Sydney counters and checkouts
One or two picks from each material, so you can compare thickness, size and feel in a single order.
How to choose carry bags in Sydney
Under the NSW rules any of these materials can be used, as long as plastic is thicker than 35 micron. The better question is which one fits your products, your brand and your budget.
Plastic for wet, heavy or awkward goods
Our die-cut plastic carry bags are 40 to 50 micron, above the NSW limit, and cope with damp or bulky items better than paper. The large black bag (415x530mm) suits hardware, auto parts and bulky clothing. Our plastic bags Australia page covers the wider plastic range.
Singlet bags for grocers and takeaway
Grocers, bottle shops and takeaway counters like singlet bags because they pack fast from a hook. Pick a style above 35 micron for NSW, such as the 40 micron large white singlet bag (300x540mm), which is made from 80% post-consumer recycled plastic. Our guide to singlet bags explains the shape.
Paper: the look shoppers expect
Paper suits fashion, gifts and food, and it takes print well. The A4 black paper bag (260x350mm) looks sharp in a boutique, and the white takeaway bag (320x330mm) holds meal containers flat. Our paper bags Sydney page goes through every paper style in detail.
Calico: a bag customers keep
A two handle calico bag (380x300mm) fits A4 and can be machine washed, so it comes back week after week. That makes calico a good fit for bookshops, libraries and gift-with-purchase offers. See calico bags Sydney for every size and the printed options.
Non woven bags for events and promotions
Non woven polypropylene is light and comes in nine colours, which makes the black NWPP bag (350x420mm) a practical choice for expos, conferences and showbags. Our trade show bags page covers event packs.
Putting your logo on a carry bag
Most materials can be branded. We offer printed white plastic carry bags, printed paper bags and printed calico with up to 3 colours. Our printed carry bags page compares them side by side.
Carry bags Sydney: common questions
Which carry bags are allowed in NSW?
NSW banned lightweight plastic shopping bags of 35 micron or less from 1 June 2022. Thicker plastic bags, paper, calico and other reusable bags are still allowed, so our 40 to 50 micron die-cut bags and 40 micron singlet bags can be used. Check the NSW EPA for any updates before placing a large order.
Can I mix plastic, paper and calico in one order?
Yes. Every material ships from the same Brisbane warehouse, so one order can combine die-cut plastic, paper and calico bags under a single freight charge.
How quickly do carry bags reach Sydney?
Orders in before 12pm on a weekday are dispatched the same day. Sydney metro addresses usually receive them in about 2 business days and regional NSW in 2 to 6, counted from the day after ordering. You choose the carrier and see the freight cost at checkout, and the freight calculator gives a rough estimate beforehand.
How many bags come in a pack?
Die-cut plastic carry bags come in packs of 100, calico and non woven bags in packs of 50, and singlet checkout bags in cartons of 500 to 1,500 depending on size. Paper carry bags are mostly sold in 50s or in cartons of 125 to 500.
Do you make custom carry bags?
Yes. Non-stock sizes and styles are imported to order, which takes 12 to 16 weeks after you approve the specification, with a typical minimum of around 3,000 units depending on the style. Send us a quote request to start.
Is there a discount for account holders?
Signed-in members get 5% off online stock orders, and the account is free. If you buy for several Sydney stores, ask us to quote a regular supply.
Why Sydney retailers buy carry bags from QIS
QIS Packaging has been supplying Australian businesses since 1985 and holds a 4.9 star Google rating.
- Every material, one orderPlastic, paper, calico and non woven ship together.
- Same-day dispatchWeekday orders placed by 12pm leave our warehouse that day.
- 5% price beatSeen a lower price from an Australian supplier? We beat it by 5%.
- 31-day returnsNo restocking fee if the return is arranged within 31 days. Details here.
- Talk to a personRing 1800 555 343 on weekdays or send us a message.
More carry bag and Sydney pages
Compare materials in more depth, or see how we supply other cities.
Switching materials or adding your logo?
Tell us what you sell and we will suggest a material and quote plain or printed stock. Or call 1800 555 343.