Custom Packaging for Bakeries of All Sizes
From artisan bakeries in Pasadena to large commercial operations shipping bread across the country, the right packaging keeps baked goods fresh, presents your brand professionally, and meets food safety requirements. Flexible Poly Industries specializes in bakery packaging — bread bags, wicket bags, and custom printed bags designed specifically for the baking industry.
Our micro-perforated bread bags allow steam to escape from freshly baked loaves while maintaining a clean presentation. Wicket bags load onto automated filling lines for high-speed bakery packing. And custom printing puts your bakery name, logo, and ingredient information directly on the bag — turning every loaf into a branded marketing piece.
Bakery packaging is more than just a bag — it directly impacts product freshness, shelf life, and customer perception. A crusty sourdough needs micro-perforation to maintain its crust texture, while a soft sandwich loaf needs a sealed bag to retain moisture. Getting this wrong means stale bread, soggy crusts, and unhappy customers. Our bakery packaging team understands these differences because we have been supplying Los Angeles bakeries for years, and bread packaging is one of our most requested product categories.
The Southern California bakery market is diverse and demanding. We supply wholesale bakeries running automated lines at thousands of loaves per hour, artisan bakeries hand-packing specialty breads, tortillerias packaging fresh tortillas, and retail bakery departments that need branded bags for their display cases. Each operation has different requirements for bag size, perforation pattern, closure method, and printing — and we handle all of them.
Compliance is critical in bakery packaging. Every bag that touches baked goods must be FDA-grade for direct food contact. Ingredient lists and allergen warnings are mandatory for pre-packaged items, and California Proposition 65 adds additional labeling requirements for bakeries selling in-state. Our custom printing capability handles all required regulatory text alongside your branding, ensuring your packaged products are both compliant and professional.
For bakeries looking to elevate their brand, custom printed bags make a significant difference. Your bakery name, logo, bread type, ingredient list, and allergen information printed directly on the bag creates a cohesive brand experience. We offer up to 6-color flexographic printing with the ability to match your exact brand colors. Most bakeries see custom printed bags as one of their most cost-effective marketing investments — every bag that leaves your shop is a mobile advertisement for your business.
Each product is selected specifically for bakery packaging applications and ships from our Los Angeles facility.
Available in micro-perforated for crusty breads or plain for soft breads, all manufactured from FDA-grade virgin LDPE. Standard sizes include 5.5" x 3" x 18" for baguettes and sandwich loaves, 8" x 4" x 20" for artisan loaves, and custom sizes for specialty breads. Micro-perforation patterns are optimized to release steam while maintaining shelf presentation.
View Sizes & SpecsPre-loaded on metal wicket frames for automated bakery packing lines, enabling rapid one-at-a-time dispensing at speeds up to 60 bags per minute. Essential for high-volume bakeries and co-packers who need to maintain production speed without sacrificing packaging quality. FDA-grade material with custom printing available.
View Sizes & SpecsSide-gusset bags that expand to accommodate bulky baked goods like pastries, muffins, cookies, dinner rolls, and multi-item assortments. The gusset provides a flat bottom that allows bags to stand upright in bakery display cases. Available in clear for product visibility or custom printed with your bakery branding.
View Sizes & SpecsThe most economical option for flatbread, tortillas, pita, naan, and thin baked products. Crystal-clear FDA-grade LDPE provides excellent product visibility. Available in gauges from 0.75 mil for lightweight applications to 1.5 mil for heavier products. Stock sizes ship with competitive lead times with low minimums required.
View Sizes & SpecsWe are a specialty poly bag manufacturer built to support demanding industry requirements.
Made in our Los Angeles-area facility. Direct from factory — no middleman, no delays.
All orders ship from our Los Angeles facility with competitive lead times. Nationwide delivery available.
Buy one case or a truckload. Minimums vary by product — contact us for details.
Up to 6-color flexographic printing for branding, compliance text, and product information.
Virgin LDPE certified for direct food contact under FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 when your application requires it.
Factory-direct pricing with volume discounts. No distributor markup on any product.
Our products meet the regulatory requirements that bakery packaging companies depend on.
All bakery bags are manufactured from FDA-grade virgin LDPE certified for direct food contact under 21 CFR 177.1520.
Micro-perforation available in multiple patterns — standard round holes for general use, micro-slits for controlled moisture release on crusty artisan breads.
Custom printing accommodates ingredient lists, allergen warnings for the Big 9 allergens (wheat, milk, eggs, soy, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, sesame), and nutritional information.
California cottage food operation compliant packaging available for home bakeries operating under the California Homemade Food Act.
Best-by date coding and lot number printing available for bakeries requiring production traceability.
Kosher-compatible packaging materials — virgin LDPE with no animal-derived additives.
Meets California Prop 65 labeling requirements for bakery products sold in California retail.
Common questions about poly bags and packaging for bakery packaging.
Standard bread bag sizes are 5.5" x 3" x 18" for baguettes and sandwich loaves, and 8" x 4" x 20" for larger artisan loaves. Bagel bags are typically 6" x 3" x 15". Tortilla bags range from 8" x 10" to 10" x 15" depending on tortilla size. Custom sizes are available for specialty breads — provide your loaf dimensions and we will recommend the optimal bag size.
Use micro-perforated bags for crusty breads like sourdough, baguettes, and ciabatta — the perforation holes let steam escape to maintain crust texture and prevent condensation inside the bag. Use plain (non-perforated) bags for soft breads, sandwich loaves, and rolls that benefit from moisture retention to stay soft. Many bakeries use both types depending on their product line.
Yes. Custom printing up to 6 colors using flexographic printing. Most bakeries print their logo, bakery name, bread type, ingredients, allergen warnings, and contact information. We handle artwork setup, plate creation, and color matching. Turnaround on custom printed bakery bags is typically 3-4 weeks from artwork approval.
Yes. Clear lay flat and gusseted bags work well for bakery cases, allowing customers to see the product while keeping it protected and hygienic. Gusseted bags with flat bottoms can stand upright in display cases. For grab-and-go bakery sections, we recommend pre-printed bags with your branding and product information.
Custom printed bakery bags typically start at 5,000 to 10,000 bags per size, depending on bag dimensions and print complexity. For stock (unprinted) FDA-grade bags, there is low minimums — buy as few or as many cases as you need with nationwide shipping on stock items.
Wicket bags are compatible with most standard automated bakery packing equipment including Autopak, Formost Fuji, and similar systems. We manufacture wicket bags to match your machine specifications — bag size, wicket hole spacing, and film gauge. Send us your machine specs and we will confirm compatibility and provide samples for testing.
Store poly bags in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight, strong odors, and chemical storage. LDPE can absorb odors from the surrounding environment, which could transfer to baked goods. Keep bags in their original cases until use. Properly stored, our bakery bags have an indefinite shelf life and maintain FDA food contact compliance.
We offer LDPE bags that are fully recyclable in standard polyethylene recycling streams (resin code 4). For bakeries seeking additional sustainability options, we can discuss bio-based LDPE and other alternatives. Contact us to discuss your sustainability goals and we will recommend the most practical options for your bakery operation.
Tell us about your packaging needs and we will recommend the right products, sizes, and materials for your application.