Jiffy Bags & Padded Envelopes

Jiffy Bags and Padded Envelopes for Irish Businesses

Jiffy bags and padded envelopes are the standard postal packaging choice for sending fragile, delicate, or irregularly shaped items that require cushioning during transit. HuntOffice stocks padded envelopes from Jiffy, Jiffy Airkraft, GoSecure, MailLite, AirKraft, HuntOffice, Premier, Kraft, 5 Star, Q-Connect, and Master In - covering bubble lined and padded lined formats across sizes from 000 through to size 8, in white, gold, brown, and yellow, with pack sizes from 3 to 200. Over 39 products carry an eco-friendly designation. Fast nationwide delivery is available across all of Ireland on every order.

Bubble Lined vs Padded Lined - Which Do You Need?

Bubble lined padded envelopes have an inner layer of bubble wrap bonded to the outer envelope shell - the air pockets in the bubble wrap absorb impact and protect contents from knocks and compression during postal handling. They are lighter than padded lined envelopes of the same size, which can help reduce postage costs on heavier or larger items. Padded lined envelopes use paper wadding - layers of shredded or kraft paper - bonded inside the outer shell. Padded lined envelopes are generally more resistant to puncture from sharp edges and are better suited to items with irregular shapes or protruding corners. Both types are widely used by Irish businesses and individuals for e-commerce dispatch, general posting, and internal distribution of fragile items.

Jiffy Padded Envelopes

Jiffy is the original padded envelope brand and the most widely recognised name in this product category. Jiffy padded envelopes are available in gold kraft finish across sizes 0 to 8, in packs of 10, 50, 100, and 200, making them suited to both low-volume and high-volume mailing requirements. Jiffy Airkraft bubble lined bags combine Jiffy's paper outer shell with a full bubble lining - the size 8 (460x660mm, pack of 50) is the largest format in the standard Jiffy range and suited to A3-size items and larger goods. Jiffy Ocean Green uncoated mailers in sizes 3/C, 5/E, and 7/G (all packs of 100) are a newer eco-friendly format using uncoated recycled paper - a good choice for Irish businesses with sustainability procurement commitments.

GoSecure Bubble Lined Envelopes

GoSecure bubble lined envelopes are available in white across sizes 1 to 10, in packs of 10, 50, and 100 - one of the most comprehensive size runs in the range. The HuntOffice white bubble lined envelope series (sizes 1 to 10, packs of 50 to 200) draws on the GoSecure format and is the top-selling sub-range in the category, with the size 7 (230x340mm, pack of 100) and size 8 (270x360mm, pack of 100) consistently among the most popular products. GoSecure Surf paper mailers in sizes A000 (110x165mm, pack of 200) and K7 (350x470mm, pack of 100) are a lightweight paper alternative to bubble lined bags - suited to non-fragile items where waterproofing and puncture resistance matter more than cushioning.

MailLite and AirKraft Bubble Lined Postal Bags

MailLite Plus oyster white bubble lined postal bags are available in sizes C/0 (150x210mm), D/1 (180x260mm), F/3 (220x330mm), H/5 (240x330mm), J/6 (300x440mm), and K/7 (350x470mm), in packs of 50 and 100 - a popular choice for Irish e-commerce businesses dispatching products by post or An Post parcel. The oyster white finish and neat professional appearance make MailLite a practical option for consumer-facing brands. MailLite padded postal bags in gold (sizes D/1 and J/6, packs of 50 and 100) provide the padded lined alternative within the same brand. AirKraft bubble lined mailers in white and gold are available from size 0 to size 7 in packs of 10 and 100 - covering the full range of common mailing sizes with a choice of finish.

Jiffy Bag Size Guide

Choosing the right jiffy bag size depends on the internal dimensions of the item being posted, not the outer dimensions of the bag. Size 000 (90x145mm internal) is suited to small jewellery, watches, and A7-size paper. Size 00 (115x195mm) fits a floppy disc or similar thin item. Size 0 (140x195mm) holds two CDs or small items. Size 1 (170x245mm) suits two DVDs or A5 documents. Size 2 (205x245mm) is appropriate for cosmetics, medium-sized items, and small books. Size 3 (220x320mm) fits A4 documents and larger books. Size 4 (240x340mm) is suited to magazine mailings and medium-sized items. Size 5 (260x345mm) fits mobile phones and similar formats. Size 6 (290x445mm) suits catalogues, clothing, and large items. Size 7 (340x445mm) fits A3 documents and large items. Size 8 (440x660mm) is the largest standard format and suits oversized items and large-format prints. When in doubt, choose one size up from your estimate - a bag that is too large is preferable to one that distorts the contents.

Eco-Friendly Padded Envelopes

Over 39 products in this range carry an eco-friendly designation - including the Jiffy Ocean Green uncoated mailer range (sizes 3/C, 5/E, and 7/G) made from recycled uncoated paper, and eco-designated bubble lined options from GoSecure and AirKraft. For Irish businesses with sustainability reporting requirements, procurement policies favouring recycled content packaging, or consumer-facing brands where the packaging finish contributes to brand perception, the eco sub-range provides equivalent protective performance to standard padded envelopes. The eco-friendly filter on this page allows quick access to the full sub-range.

Why Choose Hunt Office for Jiffy Bags and Padded Envelopes

HuntOffice stocks one of the most comprehensive jiffy bag and padded envelope ranges available from an Irish supplier - covering Jiffy, Jiffy Airkraft, GoSecure, MailLite, AirKraft, and own-brand bubble lined formats across sizes 000 to 8, in pack sizes from 3 to 200. With over 150,000 products in stock, competitive pricing across pack sizes, and fast nationwide delivery to all 32 counties of Ireland, HuntOffice is a dependable single supplier for Irish businesses, e-commerce sellers, and organisations managing regular outgoing post.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 - What is a jiffy bag and what is it used for?

A jiffy bag is a padded postal envelope with a bubble wrap inner lining that cushions and protects the contents during postal transit and courier handling. They are used to send items that require protection from impact and crushing - such as small electronics, books, jewellery, cosmetics, CDs, and any item that is fragile or damage-sensitive. Jiffy bags are available from HuntOffice in a range of sizes and are suitable for use with An Post and all major courier services operating in Ireland. Our customer service team can advise on the right size for your typical items.

2 - What sizes of jiffy bags does HuntOffice carry?

Jiffy bags are available in standard sizes designated by a number - typically JL000 (the smallest, suited to jewellery and USB drives) through to JL7 and larger for A4 documents, books, and larger items. The right size should allow the contents to fit comfortably with a small amount of space around them for the bubble lining to provide cushioning. Our customer service team can advise on the most appropriate size for the items you are regularly sending.

3 - Are jiffy bags recyclable?

Standard jiffy bags combine paper outer layers with a plastic bubble wrap inner lining, making them difficult to recycle through standard kerbside recycling as mixed materials. Some specialist postal and packaging recycling facilities in Ireland accept them. Paper-lined jiffy bags with paper rather than plastic bubble wrap inner linings are a more recyclable alternative and are available from HuntOffice. Our customer service team can advise on the eco-friendly padded envelope options currently available.

4 - What is the difference between a jiffy bag and a bubble mailer?

A jiffy bag typically has a kraft paper outer surface and a bubble wrap inner lining. A bubble mailer is similar in function but has a plastic or metallic outer surface, making it more moisture-resistant. For sending in wet conditions or through services where moisture exposure is more likely, a bubble mailer with a plastic outer shell provides better protection. Both types are available from HuntOffice. Our customer service team can advise on the most appropriate option for your contents and despatch method.

5 - Can I order jiffy bags in bulk for a business?

Bulk jiffy bag orders for e-commerce businesses, fulfilment operations, post rooms, and businesses with regular despatch needs are handled regularly by our customer service team. We can provide a quote for case quantities with delivery across all 32 counties of Ireland.