Mailing bags: which bags are suitable for shipping?
For textiles, adhesion seal bags or flat bags made of LDPE are suitable; for shoes and accessories, drawstring bags; for small parts, ziplock bags. Delivery note bags keep documents on the outside of the parcel. For heavy or sharp items, thicker bags (from 50 µm) make sense.
As of: 19.10.2026 · Reviewed by: Editorial team Elke Plastic GmbH · Information provided without guarantee.
Shipping bags compared
| Contents | Suitable bag | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing, textiles | Adhesion Seal Bags for Clothing, Flat Bags for Textiles | adhesive flap without zip, neat packaging look |
| Shoes, accessories | Drawstring Bags for Shoes, Drawstring Bags for Textiles | drawstring, reusable |
| Small parts, spare parts | Ziplock Bags for Small Parts, Flat Bags for Spare Parts | zip closes repeatedly, write-on panel or euro hole possible |
| Documents, delivery notes | Delivery note bags | self-adhesive, DIN A4 to DIN long |
| Heavy or sharp items | Extra Strong Flat Bags, Extra Strong Ziplock Bags | thick bag, 100 µm for LDPE flat bags |
How thick should the bag be?
The thicker the film, the more tear-resistant the bag. Our LDPE flat bags come in 25, 50 and 100 µm (sizes from 40 × 60 mm to 800 × 1200 mm), LDPE ziplock bags in 50 and 90 µm, adhesion seal bags in 50 to 70 µm. Rule of thumb: light textiles get by with 25 to 50 µm, heavy or sharp items benefit from 90 to 100 µm. More on film thickness: Film thickness in µm.
Delivery note bags for parcels
Delivery note bags are self-adhesive pouches that stick to the outside of the parcel. They are available plain or with a window and print, in the formats C4, C5, C6 and DIN long. This keeps the delivery note and invoice visible without putting them inside the parcel. From our range: Delivery note bags.
Sustainable options
For shipping without food contact, there are bags with recycled content, for example Flat Bags with Recycled Content and Ziplock Bags with Recycled Content. These items are not food-safe. All mailing and bag items: Mailing & Carrier Bags and E-Commerce & Shipping Packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Which bags should I use for shipping clothes?
Adhesion seal bags or flat bags made of LDPE. The adhesive flap closes without a zip, and the film protects against dirt and moisture.
How thick should a mailing bag be?
For light goods, 25 to 50 µm is enough; for heavy or sharp items, 90 to 100 µm is suitable. This is a rule of thumb.
What is a delivery note bag?
A self-adhesive pouch that holds the delivery note or invoice on the outside of the parcel. It is available plain or with a window and print.
Are bags with recycled content food-safe?
No. According to the item data, the bags with recycled content in our range are not food-safe and are intended for shipping non-food items.