Food Storage Bags
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Food storage bags are an essential for homes and many offices. Staples carries a variety of brands and bag types to choose from.
What Sizes Do Food Storage Bags Come In?
Food storage bags are typically measured by the volume they can hold. While there are a variety of different size offerings available at Staples, the most common food storage bag sizes are:
- Sandwich Bags - 5.75" x 6.25"
- Quart Food Storage Bags - 7" x 7"
- Gallon Food Storage Bags - 10" x 12"
Are Plastic Food Storage Bags Recyclable?
Yes! Plastic food storage bags can be recycled just as other types of film plastic can, such as shopping bags, dry-cleaning bags and produce bags. Grocery stores are common places where you can find a film plastic recycling center. You’ll likely see a recycling bin specifically for film plastic outside the entrance. Some communities even offer curbside pickup of film plastics for recycling now. Staples also offers compostable storage bag options that can be collected through curbside commercial composting services that accept food scraps and compostable bags.
Should You Buy Plastic Storage Bags for Food in Bulk?
Yes, buying in bulk will always be a resourceful way to save time and money. Staples offers different purchasing options to allow you to stock up. You can either buy packs in bulk sizes, such as 5 packs of 30 bags, or boxes of up 1,000 bags at a time. Staples has a wide variety of different bulk purchasing options to add convenience to your life.
Are Food Storage Bags Reusable?
The short answer is yes. Plastic bags can be reused if you care for them properly. However, there are some considerations to keep in mind. When it comes to plastic food storage bags, reusability depends on how they are handled and what has been previously stored in them. It’s not recommended to reuse bags that stored raw meat, grease or any moldy items. For other items, just be sure to thoroughly wash out the entirety of the bag with soap and warm water, and leave it out to dry completely. If you are frequently washing and reusing your food storage bags, investing in a bag dryer is a great idea. Bag dryers sit on any surface and have multiple arms you can hang your bags on while drying. You can also consider purchasing silicone food storage bags or plastic food storage containers for more reusable options.