5x16 Flat Poly Bags - Professional Packaging for Long, Slender Items
These 5x16" flat poly bags are designed for artisans and small businesses packaging long, slender products. Whether you're a candle maker wrapping elegant taper candles, an incense crafter protecting delicate sticks, or a confectioner packaging gourmet pretzel rods, these crystal-clear bags showcase your products beautifully while keeping them protected and dust-free.
Specs: 5 x 16" | 2 mil | LDPE Poly | 1000/case | FDA food-contact compliant
Key Features
- Crystal-Clear Clarity: 100% virgin LDPE provides excellent transparency so customers can see exactly what they're getting — perfect for retail displays and craft fair setups
- 2 Mil Durability: Sturdy enough to protect delicate items during storage and transport without being bulky or wasteful
- FDA/USDA Compliant: Made from food-contact safe polyethylene, ideal for packaging edible items like pretzel rods, breadsticks, or chocolate-dipped treats
- Versatile Closure Options: Heat seal, tape, or twist tie to create a professional finished look that matches your brand
Applications
- Candle Makers: Perfect for 10-12" taper candles, birthday candles, and slender pillar candles — protects from dust and scratches while displaying your beautiful colors
- Artisan Food Producers: Ideal for pretzel rods, breadsticks, biscotti, and chocolate-dipped treats at farmers markets and bakery counters
- Craft & Incense Sellers: Excellent for incense sticks, sage bundles, dried flower stems, and long craft supplies on Etsy or at craft fairs
Common Questions
Q: What fits in a 5x16 bag?
A: This size is ideal for items up to 4.5" wide and 15.5" long. Popular uses include 10-12" taper candles, standard incense sticks, pretzel rods, breadsticks, and long craft supplies like knitting needles or paint brushes.
Q: Are these bags food safe for my cottage bakery?
A: Yes! These bags are made from 100% virgin LDPE resin that meets FDA and USDA food-contact specifications. They're perfect for pretzel rods, breadsticks, biscotti, and other long baked goods.
Q: What's the best way to seal these bags?
A: You have options! Use a heat sealer for a professional, airtight finish. For quick packaging, fold the top and secure with tape or a decorative twist tie or ribbon.
Why Choose Cellobags.com
For over 40 years, we've helped small businesses like yours look professional and succeed. With fast shipping from stock and wholesale pricing that protects your margins, you'll never miss a market day or scramble for packaging again.