Amber Pharmacy Bags 8x8 - UV Protection Reclosable Storage
These 8x8 amber zipper bags provide essential light protection for pharmaceuticals, supplements, and light-sensitive materials. The amber tint blocks over 90% of UV light in the 290-450nm range, meeting USP XXII and XXIII procedure 66.1 specifications. Heavy-duty 3 mil construction ensures durability for repeated opening and closing in pharmacy, laboratory, and medical distribution environments.
Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 8" x 8" (width x length)
- Thickness: 3 mil (.003")
- Material: Virgin Low/Linear-Low Density Polyethylene blend with amber additive
- Closure: Zipper reclosable top
- Construction: Side weld
- UV Protection: Less than 10% light transmission (290nm-450nm)
- Compliance: USP XXII and USP XXIII procedure 66.1
- Quantity: 1000 bags per case
Applications
Amber zipper bags are the standard choice for protecting light-sensitive products during storage and distribution. Pharmacies and compounding facilities use these bags for medication storage, pill organization, and patient prescription packaging. Laboratory environments rely on amber bags for storing light-reactive chemicals, reagents, and samples. Medical device distributors and cannabis operations use this size for protecting products from degradation caused by UV exposure. The 8x8 dimension accommodates prescription bottles, pill organizers, small specimen containers, and bulk supplement packaging.
Key Features
- USP Compliant: Meets pharmaceutical-grade light protection standards for prescription and OTC medications
- Heavy-Duty 3 Mil: Puncture-resistant construction withstands repeated handling and resealing
- Reclosable Zipper: Secure closure maintains protection while allowing easy access
- 100% Virgin Resin: Clean, consistent material free from recycled content contamination
- Case Quantity: 1000 bags per case for high-volume operations
Light Protection Science
The amber tint in these bags contains UV-absorbing additives that filter harmful wavelengths between 290nm and 450nm—the range most damaging to pharmaceutical compounds and organic materials. This protection prevents photodegradation that can reduce medication potency, alter chemical compositions, or cause discoloration. Unlike clear bags that offer no protection or opaque bags that prevent visual inspection, amber provides the optimal balance of visibility and UV blocking.
Why Choose Prism Pak
Prism Pak stocks amber zipper bags in multiple sizes for immediate shipment. Our wholesale case pricing serves pharmacies, laboratories, and distribution operations requiring consistent supply of specialty packaging materials.