Bags You Can Use in Queensland
Since 1 September 2023, every plastic shopping bag supplied in Queensland must be at least 35 micron, contain 80% certified recycled content and pass a 125 use test. Start with our QLD compliant singlet checkout bags, or switch to paper, calico or non woven bags.
QLD compliant singlet checkout bags
Made with 80% post consumer recycled plastic and tested to a minimum of 125 uses. A like for like swap for the singlet bags at your checkout.
Small White Singlet Bags
200 x 400mm with a 100mm gusset. 37 micron, pack of 1500.
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Medium White Singlet Bags
250 x 500mm with a 120mm gusset. 40 micron, pack of 1000.
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Large White Singlet Bags
300 x 540mm with a 160mm gusset. 40 micron, pack of 500.
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Large Black Singlet Bags
300 x 540mm in black. 40 micron, pack of 500.
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Extra Large White Singlet Bags
320 x 640mm with a 175mm gusset. 40 micron, pack of 500.
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Queensland Bag Rules Explained
What the 35 micron, 80% recycled content and 125 use tests mean for your store.
Read the guide ›Which of our bags can you use in Queensland?
Since 1 September 2023, a plastic film shopping bag needs more than thickness. Here is where each of our bag types stands.
| Bag type | Use in QLD? | Why |
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| QLD compliant singlet bags | Yes | 80% post consumer recycled plastic, tested to a minimum of 125 uses, 37 or 40 micron |
| Standard singlet checkout bags | No | No certified recycled content or 125 use test |
| Die cut handle plastic bags | No | Thicker than 35 micron, but thickness alone does not meet the rules |
| Paper carry bags and flat paper bags | Yes | Paper, not plastic film |
| Calico bags | Yes | Cotton, not plastic film |
| Non woven (NWPP) bags | Yes | The September 2023 requirements do not apply to non woven polypropylene bags |
This is a general guide, not legal advice. Check the Queensland Government plastic bag rules for full details.
Paper, calico and non woven bags
The Queensland tests apply to plastic film bags. Paper and calico are not plastic film, and the Queensland Government states the September 2023 rules do not apply to non woven polypropylene bags.
Brown Paper Twist Handle Bags
Brown kraft carry bags with twisted paper handles, in a range of sizes.
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White Paper Twist Handle Bags
Clean white carry bags with twisted paper handles for retail.
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Takeaway Paper Carry Bags
Paper carry bags sized for takeaway food orders.
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Flat Paper Bags
Brown and white kraft bags for bakeries, pharmacies and small items.
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Calico Carry Bags
Natural cotton bags with two handles that customers keep and reuse.
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Non Woven (NWPP) Bags
420 x 350mm with a 120mm gusset. 75gsm, 9 colours, packs of 50.
Shop now ›What the Queensland plastic bag rules require
Queensland banned lightweight plastic shopping bags on 1 July 2018. From 1 September 2023, the rules were tightened so that every plastic film shopping bag, whatever its thickness, must be at least 35 micron, made from at least 80% recycled content verified by a recognised certification, and able to carry 10kg for at least 125 uses, verified by a test on the finished bag.
Certified compostable bags (AS 4736 or AS 5810) have their own pathway: they do not need recycled content, but they must still be at least 35 micron and pass the 125 use test. The rules apply to sales in store and online, and retailers who supply a banned bag can be fined up to 50 penalty units per offence.
Read our Queensland plastic bag ban guide for the detail, or compare every state in our state by state plastic bag ban guide. Selling in South Australia too? See the bags you can use in South Australia.
- At least 35 micron
- 80% certified recycled content
- 10kg for 125 uses
- In store and online
Before you order plastic bags
- Thickness is not enough
- A standard 37 micron singlet bag or a die cut handle bag does not comply unless it also has certified recycled content and a 125 use test.
- Ask for proof
- A label or claim on the bag is not proof. Ask your supplier for the certification and the test result.
- Degradable bags
- Bags labelled degradable or biodegradable are still plastic film and must meet all three rules.
- What is not covered
- Bags without handles, such as produce and zip lock bags, bin liners and packaging such as bread bags.
Talk to our Australian-based team
Tell us what you sell and how many bags you go through, and we will help you choose a bag that suits the Queensland rules.
The easy choice for Queensland bags
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Queensland bag FAQs
Common questions about the bags you can use in Queensland.
What are the plastic bag rules in Queensland?
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Since 1 September 2023, a plastic film shopping bag must be at least 35 micron, contain at least 80% recycled content verified by a recognised certification, and carry 10kg for at least 125 uses, verified by a recognised test. Certified compostable bags must be at least 35 micron and pass the 125 use test, but do not need recycled content.
Are your QLD compliant bags made for these rules?
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Yes. Our QLD compliant singlet checkout bags are made with 80% post consumer recycled plastic and tested to a minimum of 125 uses. The small bag is 37 micron and the medium, large and extra large bags are 40 micron.
Can I use standard singlet bags or die cut handle bags in Queensland?
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No. They are thicker than 35 micron, but they do not have certified 80% recycled content or a 125 use test result, so they cannot be supplied as shopping bags in Queensland.
Can I use paper, calico or non woven bags in Queensland?
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Yes. Paper and calico bags are not plastic film, and the Queensland Government states the September 2023 requirements do not apply to non woven polypropylene bags.
Do the rules apply to online orders?
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Yes. The Queensland rules cover plastic shopping bags supplied in store and online.
What are the rules in other states?
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Each state has its own rules, and some are stricter. South Australia and Western Australia do not allow plastic shopping bags of any thickness. See our state by state guide and the bags you can use in South Australia.
How long will my order take to arrive?
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Orders for stock bags placed before 12pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day. Typical delivery times after dispatch:
- Brisbane: 1 to 2 business days
- Sydney and Canberra: 2 business days
- Melbourne: 2 to 3 business days
- Adelaide: 5 to 6 business days
- Perth: 7 business days
- Hobart: 7 to 10 business days
Can I pick up my order in Brisbane?
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Yes. Choose Click and Collect at checkout and pick up from our Archerfield warehouse in Brisbane.