These 3" x 14" flat poly bags in 4 mil LDPE are engineered for narrow, elongated products requiring heavy-gauge protection. The format is well-suited for taper candles, chopstick retail packs, and other thin, long items where puncture resistance and product integrity during shipment are required.

Specs: 3" x 14" | 4 mil | LDPE | 1,000/CTN | FDA Compliant

Applications

• Taper candle wrapping and retail display bagging


• Chopstick and disposable utensil packaging


• Long drill bit and specialty tool bit protection


• Knitting needle and crochet hook bagging


• Pen, marker, and artist brush packaging

Features

• Open-end flat format — compatible with heat sealing, stapling, or taping


• 4 mil gauge — industrial-duty thickness for puncture resistance on elongated items


• 3" narrow width — minimal excess material around slim, elongated products


• High clarity LDPE — full product visibility for retail display


• 100% virgin resin — consistent film properties, no recycled content

Material Notes

Manufactured from 100% virgin Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) resin. At 4 mil, this is an industrial-grade bag offering significantly greater puncture and tear resistance than standard 1–2 mil flat poly bags. The heavy gauge is appropriate for pointed, rigid, or abrasive elongated items where thinner films would fail. All gauges are nominal. FDA compliant for direct food contact applications.

Use Case Notes

The 3" x 14" format accommodates standard taper candles (typically 3/4" diameter x 10–12" length) with clearance at both ends. For chopsticks, the bag covers standard 9–10" disposable chopstick pairs individually or in small bundles. The 4 mil gauge resists puncture from stiff candlewick ends, tool tips, and needle points during shipping and storage.

Common Questions

Q: Is 4 mil necessary for candles, or would 2 mil work?
A: For taper candles with exposed wicks or fragile tip finishes, 4 mil provides significantly better puncture and scratch protection. Two mil may be sufficient for smooth, soft items but is more prone to tearing on rigid or pointed ends.

Q: Can these bags be heat sealed on a standard impulse sealer?
A: Yes. LDPE at 4 mil requires a higher sealer temperature or dwell time than thinner gauges. A heat sealer rated for 4+ mil or with adjustable settings is recommended.

Q: Are these bags food safe for packaged chopsticks or utensils?
A: Yes. These bags are made from FDA compliant LDPE resin and are suitable for contact with food-service items including chopsticks and disposable utensils.

Why Source These Bags

Sold in cases of 1,000, these 3" x 14" 4 mil LDPE bags are a cost-effective solution for candle manufacturers, foodservice distributors, tool packagers, and specialty goods operations that require a narrow, heavy-gauge format in high volume. Virgin resin construction ensures consistent gauge and seal performance run to run.