Self Seal Suffocation Warning Bags

What they are

Clear 1.5-mil polyethylene bags with a peel-and-press self-seal closure and the suffocation warning printed in three languages. They comply with Amazon’s packaging requirements and are used by major retailers shipping products to consumers. Because the warning is printed on the film, it can’t fall off the way a separate sticker can.

The printed warning (English, Spanish & French)

Every bag carries the standard warning, so no extra label is needed: “Warning: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this plastic bag away from babies and children. Do not use in cribs, beds, carriages or playpens. The thin film may cling to nose and mouth and prevent breathing. This bag is not a toy.”

Specs at a glance

• Thickness: 1.5 mil
• Material: virgin polyethylene that meets FDA and USDA requirements
• Closure: self-seal — peel the liner and press to seal (a fast, secure, one-time close)
• Clarity: clear, so contents and labels stay visible
• Sizes: 6×9, 8×10, 9×12, 12×15, 14×18 — custom sizes on request

Self-seal vs. reclosable

Self-seal bags close once with an adhesive strip — fast on a packing line and tamper-evident. If your customer needs to reopen and reseal the bag, choose the zip-top suffocation warning reclosable bags instead.

Best for

• Apparel brands and e-commerce sellers bagging soft goods at speed
• Amazon and marketplace sellers who need the printed warning
• High-volume packers wanting a quick, secure one-time seal

How to choose your size

Measure your product laid flat and leave room above it for the seal lip. Step up a size for thicker or folded items so the bag closes flat.

Why buy from Arplast

• 30+ years as a US poly-bag manufacturer and distributor
• Wholesale and volume pricing — lower per-bag cost as you order more
• No minimum on in-stock items
• Custom sizes and custom printing on request

Browse related options: suffocation warning bags, reclosable suffocation warning bags, and the full reclosable bags range.

Frequently asked questions

What languages is the suffocation warning printed in?

The warning is printed directly on the bag in three languages – English, Spanish, and French. It states: ‘Warning: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this plastic bag away from babies and children. Do not use in cribs, beds, carriages or playpens. The thin film may cling to nose and mouth and prevent breathing. This bag is not a toy.’

Are these bags Amazon compliant?

Yes. Suffocation warning bags comply with Amazon’s packaging requirements and are used by major retailers when shipping products to consumers, because the required warning is printed on the film itself rather than applied as a separate label.

What is the difference between the self-seal and zip-top versions?

The self-seal suffocation warning bags are stocked in a 1.5 mil gauge for fast, high-volume sealing in sizes such as 6×9, 8×10, 9×12, 12×15, and 14×18. The zip-top version is a clear reclosable 2 mil polyethylene bag with a single-track zipper closure that can be reopened and reclosed.

What material are the bags made of?

They are made of virgin polyethylene film. The 2 mil reclosable version is strong virgin polyethylene that meets FDA and USDA requirements, while the self-seal line runs a lighter 1.5 mil gauge.

What sizes are available?

Stock self-seal sizes include 6×9, 8×10, 9×12, 12×15, and 14×18 in 1.5 mil. Custom sizes are available on request when a stock size does not fit your product.

Can I get custom printing on these bags?

Yes. Arplast offers custom sizes and custom printing on request, so you can add your own logo or artwork alongside the required suffocation warning, with wholesale and bulk volume pricing.