While it is
easy to label a product as good or bad, it is important to understand that
everything has its advantages and disadvantages. For a long time now, polythene bags
have been labelled as bad products since they are not easily recyclable and
take a long time to disintegrate. However, there are a number of advantages to
using a polythene bag as well.
For store owners
When bought
in bulk plastic bags are much more economical as compared to paper bags or
cloth bags. This translates to a higher profit margin for the store. Polythene
bags are also available in a large number of sizes as compared to cloth bags
which makes them more versatile. When it comes to branding, the cost of
printing a paper bag and a polythene bag may be comparable but printing a cloth
bag involves a much higher cost. The print also has a longer life on plastic as
compared to fabric where it may fade or get washed off in the washing machine.
