Serv-Pak gets custom cello bags made for bakeries, candy makers, gift basket shops and anyone who sells a treat on looks. Plain clear bags in stock sizes, self-seal bags with an adhesive strip and cellophane bags printed with your logo all come through one quote. Tell us what goes inside and we get it made.
What Cellophane Bags Really Are
Ask for a cellophane bag almost anywhere and you will get clear polypropylene. That film is what gives a cello bag its glassy shine and crisp crinkle. It is clearer and stiffer than the softer polyethylene bags used for bread and frozen food.
True cellophane is a different film made from wood pulp. Some buyers want it for its plant-based story. If that is you, say so in your quote request and we will source it.
Our polyethylene vs polypropylene guide shows the two most common bag films side by side.
Cello Bag Styles for Cookies, Treats and Gift Baskets
| Cello bag style | Best for | Tell us |
|---|---|---|
| Flat clear cello bags | Cookies, candy, pretzels and small treats | Width and length |
| Gusseted cello bags | Thick cookies, brownies and stacked bakery items | Gusset depth and fill |
| Self-seal cello bags with adhesive strip | Treats sold at a counter or market table | Flap size and how often it is reopened |
| Printed cello bags with your logo | Branded cookies, holiday treats and wholesale accounts | Print colors and artwork |
| Large gift basket bags | Baskets and boxed gift sets | Basket size with the gifts in it |
How to Choose a Cello Bag
- Clarity. Clear polypropylene gives the most shine. If the bag goes in a freezer, polyethylene holds up better.
- Gauge. Thicker film feels more upscale and resists tearing. Send a bag you like and we will match the gauge.
- Closure. A self-seal strip is fast at the counter. A twist tie or ribbon looks like a gift. A heat seal shows the bag has not been opened.
- Print. A small logo keeps the treat in view. Full print turns the bag into the label.
- Food contact. Cookies and candy sit right against the film. Tell us so and the material is chosen for food contact.
What to Send for a Fast Cello Bag Quote
- What goes in the bag and its size.
- Flat, gusseted or block bottom.
- The closure you want.
- Plain or printed, plus your logo and print colors.
- How many bags you need per order.
Cello Bags Sourced Through Our Partners, With Polyethylene Made Next Door
Most cello bags are clear polypropylene, and we source them through our converter partner network. When a softer polyethylene treat bag fits better, that film can be made at Prime Film Extrusion in our own Orlando building. You get one quote either way, from a family-owned company that has served bakery and food buyers since 1978.
Request a cello bag quote or call (407) 704-0800.
Product questions
What is a cello bag?
A cello bag is a clear bag for treats, candy and gifts. The name comes from cellophane but most cello bags today are clear polypropylene.
Are cellophane bags food safe?
Food-contact grades are available. Tell us the treat goes straight into the bag and the material is chosen for food contact from the start.
Can I get cello bags with my logo?
Yes. Send your logo and print colors with the bag size and quantity. A small logo on a clear bag keeps the treat in view.
Do you have cello bags with an adhesive strip?
Yes. Self-seal cello bags have a flap with an adhesive strip that closes the bag without a tie or a heat sealer.
Do you sell cello bags wholesale?
Yes. Serv-Pak quotes plain stock cello bags and custom printed cello bags by the case for bakeries and gift shops.