Why Are Polypropylene Bags so Popular?

Woven polypropylene (PP) bags are often referred to as ‘Bags for Life’; you’ve probably seen them on offer at supermarket tills throughout the UK, and might even have picked up one or two yourself. At Cotton Bag Co, we’re known for our environmentally-friendly credentials, so people often ask us for our take on woven PP bags.

Well, we think they’re great! Here are just a few reasons why.

Eco-Friendly

For us, this is the most important consideration. Of course, woven PP bags might not seem like the most environmentally-friendly option; they are, after all, made of a type of plastic. However, one of the biggest problems with normal plastic bags is that they can only really be used once or twice before having to be disposed of.

In contrast, woven PP bags are ECO Reusable – meaning that they can be reused more than 100 times before they need to be replaced. The bags supplied from Cotton Bag Co are also 100% recyclable.

Remarkably Practical

Woven PP bags don’t just get a thumbs up from Mother Nature, they’re also extremely practical. The name ‘Bags for Life’ isn’t just marketing rhetoric; they really do last and last. Our PP bags, for example, can hold loads of up to 25 kg – far more than most people will ever need – and the material itself won’t lose shape over time and is incredibly resistant to both tearing and bursting.

At the same time, PP bags are lighter than other options, and more water resistant than cotton. This makes them perfect for carrying food which tends to leak or distribute water, as just a quick wipe is needed to get them looking their best again.

Desirable Appearance

If a business is going to print its name on a bag for marketing purposes, they obviously need the bag itself to look its best. Woven PP bags make a great place to promote your products since they can be printed with a wide array of vibrant colours. Your business design, logo, or name can be printed across the whole bag.

Woven PP bags are versatile yet practical and stronger yet light – the perfect fit for a multitude of businesses. All in all, it’s not too hard for us to recommend them.