8x4x18 Side Gusseted Poly Bags - Commercial Bakery and Food Packaging
These 8x4x18 side gusseted polyethylene bags provide the ideal packaging solution for bread loaves, bakery products, and bulk food items. The 4-inch side gussets expand to accommodate rounded or irregular shapes while maintaining a clean, professional presentation. At 0.6 mil thickness, these lightweight bags offer clarity and flexibility for food service operations requiring high-volume, cost-effective packaging.
Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 8" wide x 4" side gussets x 18" long
- Material: TUF-R Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
- Thickness: 0.6 mil (light duty)
- Gusset Type: Side gusseted for expanded capacity
- Quantity: 1000 bags per case
- Compliance: FDA compliant for food contact
- Color: Crystal clear
Commercial Applications
The 8x4x18 gusseted format accommodates a wide range of bakery and food service applications. Commercial bakeries use these bags for packaging standard bread loaves, artisan breads, and baguettes. Food service operations rely on this size for sandwich loaves, rolls, and baked goods requiring protection during transport and display. The expandable gussets conform to product shapes, eliminating excess material while providing full coverage.
Additional applications include bulk dry goods packaging, produce bundling, and light-duty industrial parts protection. The clear LLDPE material showcases product contents while providing moisture resistance and dust protection.
Key Features
- Side Gusset Design: 4-inch gussets expand to accommodate loaves up to 8 inches in circumference while lying flat for efficient storage
- TUF-R LLDPE Material: Linear low density polyethylene offers superior puncture resistance compared to standard LDPE at equivalent thickness
- Crystal Clear Clarity: Transparent material allows full product visibility for retail display and quality inspection
- Economical Thickness: 0.6 mil gauge provides adequate protection for light-duty applications while minimizing material cost
- Food Safe: FDA compliant for direct food contact in commercial bakery and food service environments
Sizing and Usage Notes
When fully expanded, the 4-inch side gussets provide interior capacity for products up to approximately 6 inches in diameter. The 18-inch length accommodates standard bread loaves with room for twist-tie or heat-seal closure at the top. For optimal presentation, fill bags to 70-80% capacity to allow proper closure without excessive material bunching.
Why Choose Prism Pak
Prism Pak supplies commercial bakeries and food service operations with wholesale gusseted bags at competitive case pricing. Our Berwick, PA distribution center maintains ready stock for fast fulfillment to commercial customers throughout the region.
