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Home Blog Importance of Food Grade and FDA-Compliant Plastic Bags
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8 Mar 2021

Importance of Food Grade and FDA-Compliant Plastic Bags

by MacRAES Team | posted in: Custom Poly Bags | 0 PolyPak Packaging

You might think all plastic bags are the same, but there are big differences in plastic bag manufacturers that result in diverse plastic products. Some are good for carryout bags, for instance, whereas other plastics are food grade and safe for holding your sandwiches.

It’s important to understand this distinction to choose the right custom plastic bags for your business. Safety is paramount if you’re producing items that will directly contact edible ingredients. Here’s a brief overview of what makes a plastic bag FDA-compliant and food-safe.

The type of plastic and density of the bag

The most common type is a high-density polyethylene, or HDPE. It’s popular because it’s very good at resisting chemicals. As a result, many manufacturers use it for packaging foods and other products. On the other end of the spectrum, there’s the low-density polyethylene type, or LDPE.

LDPE is perfect for a zipping plastic bag and can stand up to a lower temperature than its higher-density sibling. As you can see, finding the right bag depends on your product. Will the product be chilled? Does it need to resist additional chemicals? Luckily, both types of plastic bags can be customized fairly easily. You can simply order the size and shape that best suits your product.

FDA requirements about materials

The FDA is the agency responsible for protecting millions of people by judging which products are safe to go to market. They conduct research, evaluate materials, and issue formal approval before any item is allowed to enter the homes of public consumers.

When it comes to food-grade plastic, the FDA has very strict requirements. Our company is committed to upholding these standards in every product and facility. For instance, food-grade bags may not contain dyes because they could be harmful to humans. There are certain types of recycled plastics that are not permitted, too. New regulations come out frequently, so it’s important for plastic bag manufacturers to stay up to date on these federal expectations.

Choosing the right plastic bags for your business

No matter the type of plastic bag you’re hunting for, it’s important to work with a company that is efficient, compliant, and responsive. Your customers deserve wholesale poly mailers that will do justice to the product inside.

Before committing to a purchase order, ensure that the plastic bags you’ve ordered are safe for the contents you intend to put inside. If you need advice to select the right type of custom plastic bags, please reach out without hesitation. Our team would be happy to assist.

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