Plastic Bags Taking Over the Paper Bags in the Market



When talking about heavy duty bags, they are generally referred to those that can withstand up to 25 kilograms of weight, although there are exceptions. In 2010, the number of plastic bags in the market reached its peak, surpassing those of paper in quantity of units. Since then, the proportion of plastic has grown by about 55% and is expected to increase by up to 60% by 2020. 

The bags are a significant segment of polythene bags Ireland packaging, representing a little more than 7 % of the total production of polyethylene films.

Why has the penetration of plastic bags been so dramatic in the end consumer market compared to paper bags? The main reasons include the following: plastic bags are easier to store and transport than rigid or woven paper, which reduces costs on those two fronts; are lighter than paper alternatives, thus dramatically reducing the carbon footprint of the packaging.

Plastic bags are somewhat recyclable unlike plastic laminated paper; they also have the possibility of better closing, which prevents spills and debris, and barrier properties may be included when necessary to prevent moisture or odor escape.

A greater decrease in thickness occurred between 2006 and 2010 and the thickness of the stock markets has continued to decline but more slowly in subsequent years.

Advances in form-film-seal (FFS) machinery will continue to create future opportunities for the plastic bag industry that will move multilayer paper bags in the areas where they are used , such as powder products (such as cement), food and feed for animals and pets.

There are numerous suppliers and manufacturers of plastic bags that supply high quality and slightly degradable form of plastic packaging for food products. Since, everything cannot be packed in paper, especially the gel type and liquid fluids; plastic bags continue to remain one of the demanded commodities in the market.


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