Counter or prescription bags (available in sizes A-D) are usually found lying flat in a stack on/ under a chemist’s counter, perfect for popping tablets or cough bottle into or for impulse buys at the counter. Carrier bags have handles and are used for bulk purchases.
Italian gift wrapping paper is also available in complementary colours.
Plain, stock pharmacy bags are perfect for …
Small, individual pharmacies who want to order a box of bags at a time.
Want them printed?
Our entire generic range can be customised to suit your brand!
Dimensions
Size |
Size A counter bag |
Size B counter bag |
Size C counter bag |
Size D counter bag |
Medium carrier bags with twist handles |
Medium carrier bags with flat handles |
Large carrier bags with twist handles |
Dimensions |
W=100mm G=152mm H=203mm |
W=127mm G=178mm H=229mm |
W=152mm G=203mm H=305mm |
W=179mm G=254mm H=355mm |
W=255mm G=120mm H=305mm |
W=260mm G=140mm H=290mm |
W=320mm G=120mm H=410mm |
Paper Weight |
38 gsm |
38 gsm |
55 gsm |
55 gsm |
90 gsm |
90 gsm |
90 gsm |
Bags per box |
1000 |
1000 |
1000 |
500 |
400 |
250 |
250 |

Paper Weight:
“Gsm” means “grams per square metre”. Heavier paper is required to maintain the integrity of the larger bag sizes.
Twist vs flat handles:
Check out our blog post on the different types of bag handle: https://paperbagsireland.ie/handle-types-paper-bag-dictionary/
Questions?
Check out our FAQ.
Environment
Environment
Made in Ireland? |
Yes |
Recyclable? |
Yes |
Biodegradable? |
Yes |
Check out our environment page for further information.