Oct 13, 2026Buying Guides
How Much Do Custom Poly Mailers Cost? A Buyer's Guide
Custom poly mailers cost roughly $0.08 to $0.90 per bag. Printing method and order quantity matter most: gravure at 5,000+ pcs is cheapest per bag, while screen and digital printing start at 500pcs.
Custom poly mailer bags price explained: what drives poly mailer wholesale cost, how gravure, screen and digital printing compare, and how to get an accurate quote.
Figures are illustrative ranges for a standard 10x13 in, 2.5 mil mailer. Always confirm with a written quote.
Got three quotes with three very different prices? Usually the suppliers are not quoting the same product. Here is what really sets the custom poly mailer bags price.
Poly Mailer Wholesale Cost by Printing Method
Method | MOQ | Lead Time | Unit Price* | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gravure | 5,000 pcs | 15-20 days | $0.08 - $0.25 | High volume, multi-color designs |
Screen printing | 500 pcs | 7-10 days | $0.25 - $0.65 | Simple 1-3 color logos |
Digital printing | 500 pcs | 7-10 days | $0.35 - $0.90 | Full-color art, small batches, testing designs |
*Excludes shipping and taxes.
Gravure has a one-time cylinder cost, so it only pays off at scale. Screen printing adds cost with every extra color. Digital printing needs no plates, which suits multiple designs, but costs more per bag.
6 Other Factors That Affect Price
- Size: bigger bags use more film. Pick the smallest size that fits.
- Thickness: 2.0-3.0 mil covers most apparel; heavier or sharp items need more. Thicker film costs more.
- Material: recycled or compostable film usually carries a premium over virgin material.
- Colors and coverage: more colors and larger print areas raise ink and setup costs.
- Quantity: setup costs spread across more bags, so unit price drops as volume rises.
- Packing and shipping: special packing adds labor, and freight depends on carton size, weight and trade terms (EXW, FOB, DDP).
Why Quotes Vary So Much
Gaps of 30-50% usually come from different specs, print methods, film grades, hidden fees (plates, artwork, samples) or shipping terms. The cheapest bag is not always the best value: thin film or weak adhesive means damaged parcels and returns.
How to Get an Accurate Quote
Send your supplier:
- Size and flap
- Material and thickness
- Artwork, colors and print position
- Quantity (ask for 2-3 tiers, e.g. 500 / 1,000 / 5,000)
- Packing needs
- Destination, trade terms and deadline
FAQ
How much do custom poly mailers cost per bag?
About $0.08 to $0.90, depending mainly on print method and quantity.
What is the minimum order?
About 500 pcs for screen and digital printing; about 5,000 pcs for gravure.
How long does production take?
7-10 days for screen and digital printing; 15-20 days for gravure.
Get Your Custom Poly Mailer Quote
Send us your size, material, design and quantity. We will return an itemized quote comparing gravure, screen and digital printing.