Warning Bags
Warning Bags: Wholesale Bulk Poly Bags With a Printed Suffocation Warning
Clear polyethylene bags pre-printed with a suffocation warning in English, Spanish & French — compliant for Amazon and major retailers, at true wholesale with no minimum on in-stock items.
If you bag finished goods in plastic for resale, marketplaces and major retailers require a conspicuous suffocation warning on the film. Buying these bags pre-printed is faster and cheaper than stamping or stickering — and Arplast ships them from the US in stock, in bulk, with volume discounts.
The Printed Warning
Imprinted in three languages — English, Spanish, and French — the message 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.” These bags comply with Amazon’s packaging requirements and are used by major retailers, so units clear inspection without re-bagging or relabeling.Types of Warning Bags We Carry
Every style carries the same printed suffocation warning — the difference is the seal.- Zip-top suffocation warning bags — clear, reclosable 2 mil bags with a single-track zipper that opens and closes by hand. See our suffocation warning zip top bags.
- Self-seal warning bags — 1.5 mil bags whose adhesive lip seals quickly and permanently for one-handed pack-out on high-throughput lines. See self-seal suffocation warning bags.
- Reclosable warning bags by size run — the same zip-top warning bag across the most-requested dimensions for small consumer goods; compare suffocation warning reclosable bags.
Specs
- Material: virgin polyethylene film that meets FDA and USDA requirements
- Gauge: 1.5 mil (self-seal) and 2 mil (reclosable zip-top)
- Closure: single-track zipper or adhesive self-seal lip
- Compliance: comply with Amazon’s packaging requirements; used by major retailers shipping to consumers
- Custom: custom sizes and custom printing available upon request
Best For
- E-commerce and FBA sellers — meet Amazon and marketplace poly-bag labeling rules without manual stamping.
- Apparel and textiles — fold-and-bag garments for retail or direct-to-consumer shipment.
- Toys, crafts, and hobby — package small parts and kits that ship to households with children.
- Promotional products and fulfillment — bag swag, samples, and subscription items at scale.
How to Choose
- Size it: measure your product flat, add slack so it seals cleanly — the longest side should cover the requirement for any opening 5 inches or wider.
- Pick a seal: self-seal lip for a permanent, one-time seal on a fast line; single-track zip top when the customer needs to re-open and re-close.
- Match the mil: 1.5 mil for light soft goods, 2 mil for heavier or more demanding items.
- Off the chart? Ask about a custom size or about adding your own custom printing alongside the warning.
Why Buy Warning Bags From Arplast
For three decades Arplast Poly & Packaging has supplied US businesses with poly bags at manufacturer-direct wholesale pricing — volume discounts that deepen as quantities rise, no minimum on in-stock items, and fast shipping from within the United States. The printed warning meets Amazon’s requirements and the rules used by major retailers, while the virgin polyethylene film meets FDA and USDA requirements. For non-warning packing in the same shipment, our broader line of reclosable zip top poly bags covers the rest of your inventory.Frequently asked questions
What are warning bags?
Warning bags are clear polyethylene bags pre-printed with a suffocation warning, so products packed in plastic for resale meet marketplace and major-retailer labeling rules without manual stamping or stickering.
What does the suffocation warning say and what languages is it in?
The warning is printed in three languages, English, Spanish, and French, and reads: ‘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.’
Do I need a suffocation warning on my poly bags?
Marketplaces like Amazon and major retailers require a conspicuous suffocation warning on any poly bag with a 5-inch-or-larger opening used to package consumer products. Arplast warning bags comply with Amazon’s packaging requirements, so buying them pre-printed is the simplest way to stay compliant.
What thickness (mil) of warning bag should I choose?
Self-seal warning bags are 1.5 mil and suit light soft goods such as apparel and printed items, while the 2 mil reclosable zip-top bags add strength for general retail and e-commerce products. Custom gauges are available for heavier or dense items.
What is the difference between self-seal and zip-top warning bags?
Self-seal warning bags use an adhesive lip for a fast, permanent seal, ideal for high-throughput packing lines. Zip-top warning bags use a single-track zipper closure the customer can re-open and re-close, and they keep contents clean and free from moisture.
Are warning bags FDA and USDA compliant, and can I order custom sizes or printing?
Yes. Arplast warning bags are made of virgin polyethylene film that meets FDA and USDA requirements. Beyond stocked sizes, we produce custom sizes and custom printing, so your warning bags can fit your products and carry your branding alongside the required warning.
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