Excel Clear Polythene Bags 15x20 Inch 500 Gauge (Pack of 200)

Food-Safe Excel Clear Plastic Bags 15x20" 500 Gauge (Pack of 200) – Extra Strong Food Storage

Choose maximum strength for demanding food packing applications with these Excel Clear Polythene Bags 15x20 inch 500G. Manufactured from food-grade clear polythene (PE), these extra-heavy-duty bags combine excellent product visibility with substantial film thickness for meat, fish, bakery products, cheese, produce, deli preparation and general commercial food storage.

At approximately 125 microns thick, the 500G polythene film is designed for applications where lighter bags may not provide sufficient strength. The robust construction makes these bags particularly suitable for heavier, bulkier or more demanding products where increased resistance to puncturing and everyday handling is required.

The bags are freezer-safe and can be closed using a heat sealer, counter tape or bag-neck sealer. For different dimensions and film thicknesses, browse our complete range of clear food-safe polythene bags.

Key Features & Benefits

• Food-grade polythene (PE) – suitable for appropriate direct food-contact applications
• 15 x 20 inch size – approximately 38.1 x 50.8cm / 381 x 508mm
• Extra-heavy-duty 500G gauge – approximately 125 microns thick
• High puncture resistance – useful for heavier, bulkier or more demanding products
• Crystal-clear film – allows quick product identification and clear presentation
• Freezer-safe – suitable for appropriate chilled and frozen food storage
• Multiple closure options – suitable for heat sealing, counter tape and bag-neck sealers
• Recyclable PE film – recyclable where suitable local soft-plastic or PE-film facilities are available
• Commercial pack of 200 – ideal for professional food preparation, storage and packing

Ideal Uses for 15x20 Inch 500G Polythene Bags

These extra-strong clear food bags are intended for applications where a thicker film provides useful additional protection while keeping the contents clearly visible.

• Meat cuts and larger meat portions
• Fish and seafood where this bag format is appropriate
• Cheese blocks and deli products
• Bread and larger bakery products
• Products with harder or sharper edges
• Fruit and vegetable portions
• Bulk food ingredients and preparation
• Chilled and frozen food storage
• Heavy or awkwardly shaped products
• General commercial packing and protection

Product Specifications

• Brand: Excel
• Product type: Extra-heavy-duty clear food-safe polythene bag
• Size: 15 x 20 inches
• Approximate metric size: 38.1 x 50.8cm / 381 x 508mm
• Material: Food-grade polythene (PE)
• Gauge: 500G
• Approximate thickness: 125 microns
• Colour: Crystal clear
• Freezer-safe: Yes
• Closure options: Heat sealer, counter tape or bag-neck sealer
• Recycling: Recyclable where PE film is accepted locally
• Pack quantity: 200 bags

Choose the Right 15x20 Inch Polythene Bag Gauge

If the 15x20 inch dimensions suit your product but you do not require the full thickness of a 500G bag, Smart Food Packaging stocks the same size in several lighter gauges.

• Lightweight everyday option: 15x20 Inch 100G Clear Polythene Bags – Pack of 1000
• Light-to-medium option: 15x20 Inch 120G Clear Polythene Bags – Pack of 1000
• Mid-weight option: 15x20 Inch 150G Clear Polythene Bags – Pack of 1000
• Heavy-duty option: 15x20 Inch 250G Clear Polythene Bags – Pack of 500

The 500G version on this page is the thickest option in this 15x20 inch group, making it the preferred choice when substantially greater film strength is required.

500G vs 100G, 120G, 150G & 250G Bags

The main difference between these 15x20 inch clear polythene bags is the thickness of the film. All share the same overall dimensions, allowing you to select the gauge that best matches the weight and shape of the product being packed.

• 100G: lightweight film for general everyday packing
• 120G: slightly thicker option for routine commercial use
• 150G: mid-weight film where additional durability is useful
• 250G: heavy-duty film for more demanding products
• 500G: approximately 125 microns for extra-heavy-duty packing and protection

For lighter products, using a lower gauge may provide a more economical packaging solution. For heavier products, harder edges or applications involving more handling, the 500G film provides substantially greater thickness.

Why Choose a 500G Heavy-Duty Polythene Bag?

At approximately 125 microns, 500G polythene is considerably thicker than standard everyday food-bag film. This makes it useful where additional resistance to puncturing, stretching and handling is important.

The transparent construction retains the practical advantages of a clear food bag. Staff can identify ingredients and packed products without repeatedly opening the packaging, helping with food preparation, stock control and storage.

The thicker film can also be particularly useful for larger meat cuts, cheese blocks, harder bakery products and other items that may place more stress on lightweight packaging.

How to Choose the Right Food Bag

Choosing the correct bag depends on the size and weight of the product, whether the contents have harder or sharper edges, the level of protection required and whether the bag is intended for preparation, storage, retail display or transport.

For more information about clear polythene bags, film thickness and other food-bag formats, read our Takeaway Food Bag Guide. It explains bag gauges and compares clear polythene bags with paper carriers, plastic carrier bags, film-fronted bags, self-seal bags and other food-packaging options.

Food Storage & Handling

Store unused polythene bags in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, chemicals and potential sources of contamination. Keep bags intended for food contact protected until required and handle them using appropriate food-hygiene procedures.

When packing freshly cooked or baked products, allow them to cool appropriately before placing them into a closed polythene bag. Packing food while it is still hot may encourage condensation inside the packaging.

For freezer storage, remove unnecessary excess air where practical, close or seal the bag securely and follow your normal food-storage and food-safety procedures.

Important: These bags are intended for food packing, preparation, storage and general protection. They should not be used in a microwave or conventional oven and should not be assumed suitable for boiling water or other high-temperature applications.

Safety note: Plastic bags can present a suffocation hazard. Keep unused bags away from babies and children.

Delivery & Service

• Free UK Mainland delivery on qualifying orders over £100 ex. VAT
• Next working day delivery available on qualifying stocked orders placed before 15:00
• Commercial pack quantities suitable for butchers, bakeries, delis, caterers and food businesses
• Competitive trade pricing from Smart Food Packaging

Delivery terms, postcode restrictions, weekends and bank holiday exclusions may apply.