Quick answer
For most commercial settings, recycled black refuse sacks offer the best balance of strength and cost. Choose clear compactor sacks for outdoor bins or sorting waste, yellow sacks for colour-coded waste streams, and swing bin liners for smaller, indoor bins.
Why bag strength matters
Heavy duty refuse sacks are rated to handle tough waste without tearing. The 20kg drop test weight is a common benchmark. Clear compactor sacks have passed this test, making them reliable for heavy loads. Recycled black sacks are also heavy duty, but their exact drop test rating is not specified, so they may be less suitable for very sharp or heavy items.
Colour coding for waste sorting
Yellow refuse sacks are designed for colour coding different kinds of waste. This is useful in facilities that separate clinical waste, recycling, or general refuse. The yellow colour makes it easy to identify at a glance. For general waste where colour coding is not needed, recycled black sacks or clear compactor sacks are more practical.
Size and volume considerations
Consider the volume of waste your business generates. Clear compactor sacks are large (508 x 864 x 1168mm) and come in a box of 100, ideal for high-volume outdoor bins. Recycled black sacks (200 per pack) and yellow refuse sacks (200 per pack) are suitable for moderate volumes. Swing bin liners come in a bulk pack of 500, perfect for frequent changes in small bins.
Decision rules for choosing refuse sacks
- For general heavy duty waste: Choose recycled black refuse sacks (pack of 200). They are heavy duty and cost-effective for everyday commercial waste. If your waste includes sharp or very heavy items, consider clear compactor sacks instead.
- For outdoor bins or waste sorting: Choose clear compactor sacks (pack of 100). They are large, tested to 20kg drop test, and the clear material helps with recycling sorting.
- For colour-coded waste streams: Choose yellow refuse sacks (pack of 200). The colour coding helps staff quickly identify and separate different waste types. Yellow sacks are not recommended for general waste where colour coding is unnecessary.
- For small indoor swing bins: Choose swing bin liners (pack of 500). They are designed to fit swing bins and the bulk pack reduces reordering frequency. These liners are not suitable for heavy duty or outdoor use.
Product facts
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Recycled Black Refuse Sacks (Heavy Duty) 1×200: Heavy duty black refuse sacks. 1 pack of 200 sacks supplied. This gives you a large quantity of strong sacks at a low per-unit cost, ideal for general commercial waste.
Recycled Black Refuse Sacks (Heavy Duty) 1×200
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Swing Bin Liner Heavy Duty 1×500: White bin liners for swing bins. Designed specifically for swing bins, these liners fit well and come in a bulk pack of 500, reducing the frequency of reordering.
Swing Bin Liner Heavy Duty 1×500
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Yellow Refuse Sacks 1×200: Refuse sacks in yellow. Made from recycled heavy duty polythene these sacks are ideal for colour coding difference kinds of waste. 46 x 73 x 98cms The yellow colour enables quick visual identification of waste streams, supporting efficient sorting and compliance.
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Clear Compactor Sacks Large 1×100: The Clear Compactor sacks are strong, large, heavy-duty bags which are ideal for outdoor bins, and are constructed of clear polythene for waste/recycling sorting. These have been tested to the 20kg drop test weight. The clear compactor sacks measure 508 x 864 x 1168mm and are supplied flat-packed in a box of 100. The 20kg drop test certification gives confidence for heavy, sharp loads, and the clear material allows visual inspection of contents for sorting.
Which bag fits your business?
Best for
- Businesses with general heavy duty waste that want the best value per sack: recycled black refuse sacks
- Facilities that need to sort waste or use outdoor bins: clear compactor sacks
- Sites that require colour-coded waste separation: yellow refuse sacks
- Offices or kitchens with small swing bins needing frequent liner changes: swing bin liners
Not for
- Very sharp or heavy loads that demand a certified drop test rating: choose clear compactor sacks instead of recycled black sacks
- General waste where colour coding adds no value: avoid yellow refuse sacks
