polybags
Clear packaging pouches
Polybags are thin plastic bags, typically clear polyethylene, used for packaging individual items.
The term appears most often in retail and shipping contexts: Each comic book comes sealed in a polybag.
In fashion and manufacturing, components arrive in polybags for protection during transit.
The singular polybag works as both noun and verb: polybag the samples before shipping.
High-density plastic resin
- cellophaneTransparent wrapping material
- shrink-wrapPlastic packaging that tightens
- ziplockPress-seal plastic pouch
- resealableAble to close again
gusseted · clamshell · foil · heat-sealed · tamper-evident · perforated · clear · transparent
Waste burial ground
- pollutionEnvironmental harm from waste
- microplasticsSub-5mm synthetic environmental particles
- non-biodegradableResists natural decomposition
- litterScattered waste or debris
single-use · throwaway · recyclable · contamination · cleanup · ban · phase-out · reduction
Food retail shop
- shoppingAcquiring goods at retailers
- produceMake or manufacture
- breadLeavened flour product
- garmentArticle of clothing
merchandise · mailing · courier · sample · promotional · ice · freezer · sandwich
Impervious to atmosphere
- vacuum-sealedEnclosed without air
- climate-controlledArtificially maintained environment
- preservationMaintaining something's condition
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
stackable · organization · archival · waterproof · reusable · zippered · labeled
Able to decompose naturally
- compostableAble to decompose naturally
- plant-basedSourced from flora
- cornstarchMaize-derived thickening powder
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
HDPE
High-density plastic resin
- cellophaneTransparent wrapping material
- shrink-wrapPlastic packaging that tightens
- ziplockPress-seal plastic pouch
resealable · gusseted · clamshell · foil · heat-sealed · tamper-evident · perforated · clear · transparent · printed
landfill
Waste burial ground
- pollutionEnvironmental harm from waste
- microplasticsSub-5mm synthetic environmental particles
- non-biodegradableResists natural decomposition
litter · single-use · throwaway · recyclable · contamination · cleanup · ban · phase-out · reduction · alternatives
grocery
Food retail shop
garment · merchandise · mailing · courier · sample · promotional · ice · freezer · sandwich · snack
airtight
Impervious to atmosphere
- vacuum-sealedEnclosed without air
- climate-controlledArtificially maintained environment
- preservationMaintaining something's condition
freshness · stackable · organization · archival · waterproof · reusable · zippered · labeled
biodegradable
Able to decompose naturally
- compostableAble to decompose naturally
- plant-basedSourced from flora
- cornstarchMaize-derived thickening powder
eco-friendly · reusable · reduction · certified · bio-based · renewable
polybagshard cases
Problems resisting simple solutions
boxes · crates · tins · wooden crates · canisters
polybagspaper bags
Disposable carrying containers
canvas bags · burlap sacks · jute bags · muslin bags · cotton bags
polybagsreusable bags
Durable shopping carriers
eco-friendly packaging · biodegradable bags · sustainable packaging · compostable bags · tote bags