Polyethylene tubing, also known as poly tubing, is a versatile, clear plastic tubing on a roll designed for custom-length packaging and industrial applications. Unlike pre-made poly bags, poly tubing rolls allow you to create any package length you need, making them ideal for wrapping items of varying sizes.
Our polyethylene tubing is not heat shrink tubing. Click here to view our PVC heat shrink tubing rolls.
We can manufacture poly tubing rolls up to 98 inches wide and 8 mils thick. Typical lead time for custom orders is 10–14 days. Request a quote or call us at 1-800-441-5090 for more information.
Common closure methods include staples, twist ties, and heat sealing. For best results, we recommend a hand impulse sealer with a built-in cutting blade. This tool delivers a clean, strong seal and neatly cuts excess poly tubing in one motion.
We also carry a large selection of shrink tubing for product protection and display. Have questions? Call 1-800-441-5090 or use our live chat for immediate assistance.
Polyethylene tubing is used for custom-length packaging, product protection, shipping, storage, and industrial applications. Because poly tubing rolls can be cut to any length, they are ideal for packaging long, irregular, or varying-sized items that may not fit standard poly bags.
Poly tubing comes on a continuous roll, allowing users to create custom-sized bags by cutting the tubing to the desired length and sealing both ends. Poly bags are pre-made and sealed on three sides with a fixed size. Poly tubing offers greater flexibility and reduces the need to stock multiple bag sizes.
Polyethylene tubing can be sealed using impulse sealers, heat sealers, staples, or twist ties. For the strongest and most professional seal, we recommend using an impulse sealer with a cutting blade to seal and trim the tubing in one step.
Yes. Our polyethylene tubing is made from virgin low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and is food safe for many packaging applications. Clear poly tubing is commonly used for packaging food products, ingredients, baked goods, and other consumable items.
The best thickness depends on your application. Lighter-duty packaging often uses 1.5 mil or 2 mil poly tubing, while 3 mil and 4 mil tubing provide added durability for shipping and storage. Heavy-duty applications typically require 6 mil polyethylene tubing for superior puncture resistance and strength.
