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SugarWrapSugar Wrap Eco Rubbish Bags Made from Sugarcane Medium 27L 25pkSugarWrap Eco Rubbish Bags offer the strength you need for everyday waste with a smarter, more responsible material choice.View product details$11.95 -
SugarWrapSugar Wrap Eco Zipper Bags Made from Sugarcane Small 40pkMade with 57% renewable sugarcaneView product details$8.95 -
SugarWrapSugar Wrap Eco Rubbish Bags Made from Sugarcane Large 35L 20pkSugarWrap eco rubbish bags are made from natural sugarcane which is great for you and great for the environment.View product details$12.95 -
SugarWrapSugar Wrap Eco Freezer Bags Made from Sugarcane Large 50pkSugarWrap eco freezer bags are made from natural sugarcane BIO-PE which is better for you and the environment.View product details$8.95 -
SugarWrapSugar Wrap Eco Zipper Bags Made from Sugarcane Large 20pkMade with 57% renewable sugarcaneView product details$9.95 -
SugarWrapSugar Wrap Eco Freezer Bags Made from Sugarcane Medium 50pkSugarWrap eco freezer bags are made from natural sugarcane BIO-PE which is better for you and the environment.View product details$7.95
Which SugarWrap Bags Do You Need?
SugarWrap freezer, zipper and rubbish bags have different jobs around the home. This quick comparison brings together their sizes, pack quantities and most useful applications, so you can narrow the range down without treating one type as universally better than another.
| Product | Available Sizes | Pack Quantity | Great For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freezer bags | Medium and large | 50 bags per pack in both sizes | Freezing food, portioning leftovers and preparing meals ahead |
| Zipper bags | Small and large | Small: 40 bags Large: 20 bags | Sandwiches, snacks, cut produce and convenient resealable food storage |
| Rubbish bags | Medium 27L and large 35L | Medium: 25 bags Large: 20 bags | Lining kitchen and general household bins |
Which SugarWrap bag suits meal preparation?
Choose freezer bags when prepared meals or ingredients are going into the freezer. Medium bags suit smaller portions, while large bags provide more room for family-sized servings or bulk preparation. Zipper bags are useful when you want a resealable bag for snacks, sandwiches or food being stored outside the freezer according to its directions.
When is a zipper bag more useful than a freezer bag?
A zipper bag is handy when you'll open and close the bag more than once, or when you want quick access to snacks and smaller food portions. SugarWrap zipper bags may also be washed and reused when their contents and condition make reuse appropriate.
How do I choose between the rubbish bag sizes?
The medium rubbish bag holds 27L and the large holds 35L. Match the capacity to your bin, but consider its shape too. A tall, narrow bin and a wide bin may need different liner proportions even when their capacities are close.
With a dedicated style for freezing, resealable food storage and household rubbish, SugarWrap makes it straightforward to choose a bag for each job.
Frequently Asked Questions About SugarWrap
What are SugarWrap bags made from?
SugarWrap bags are made using Bio-PE, a form of polyethylene containing plant-derived raw material from renewable sugarcane. The resulting material retains the familiar properties of polyethylene. Renewable-content percentages can vary, so they shouldn't be assumed to be identical across every SugarWrap product.
Are SugarWrap bags plastic-free?
No. SugarWrap bags are polyethylene plastic. Their point of difference is that a proportion of the material comes from renewable sugarcane rather than relying entirely on conventional fossil-derived raw materials. The term bio-based describes the source of the raw material, not a plastic-free product.
Are SugarWrap bags biodegradable or compostable?
No. SugarWrap freezer, zipper and rubbish bags aren't biodegradable or compostable. They don't belong in home compost, commercial composting systems or FOGO bins. Although some of their raw material is plant-derived, the finished bags remain polyethylene plastic.
Can SugarWrap zipper bags be washed and reused?
Yes, the manufacturer states that SugarWrap zipper bags can be washed and reused when appropriate. Reuse depends on what a bag has contained, whether it can be cleaned thoroughly and whether the closure and bag remain in good condition. Don't reuse bags that have held raw meat or poultry for other food storage.
Can SugarWrap bags be recycled?
Bio-PE is technically recyclable as polyethylene, but access to suitable recycling services varies by location. Soft plastic bags shouldn't automatically go into household kerbside recycling. Use a collection service only when it specifically accepts that type of flexible plastic, and follow its requirements for the bag's condition and cleanliness.
Our Advice for Choosing SugarWrap Bags
A few practical habits can help you use SugarWrap bags efficiently, particularly when portioning freezer meals, reusing zipper bags or fitting rubbish bags to a household bin.
Choose Freezer Bags Around Your Portions
Think about what you freeze most often rather than automatically reaching for the largest bag. Medium bags can work well for individual meals, chopped ingredients and smaller leftovers. Large bags provide extra room for family portions, baked goods or batch-cooked meals. Freezing food in portions you'll use together means less food needs to be thawed at once.
Remove Excess Air and Label the Contents
Before sealing a freezer bag, gently press out excess air without crushing the food. This reduces air exposure and helps the bag sit more neatly in the freezer. Add the contents and freezing date to the bag so mystery parcels don't accumulate. Follow appropriate food safety guidance when freezing, storing and thawing food.
Reuse Zipper Bags Selectively
SugarWrap zipper bags can be washed and reused when appropriate. Turn your attention to the corners and zipper channel, where crumbs or food residue can collect, then allow the bag to dry thoroughly before using it again. Retire bags that are damaged, difficult to clean or no longer seal properly. Bags used for raw meat or poultry shouldn't be reused for other foods.
Check How a Rubbish Bag Fits Your Bin
Litre capacity is a useful starting point, but it doesn't tell the whole story. The bin's height, width and rim shape determine how comfortably a liner sits and whether there's enough material to fold over the edge. SugarWrap's 27L and 35L bags suit different household bin capacities, so measuring an existing well-fitting liner can also guide your choice.
Understand the Material at Disposal Time
SugarWrap's sugarcane-derived content doesn't make the bags compostable. They should stay out of home compost, commercial composting and FOGO collections. Polyethylene is technically recyclable, but flexible-plastic services differ between locations, so use a recycling collection only when it explicitly accepts the relevant type of bag.
