Shopping bags
PCR PE-based and compostable shopping bags for European markets
Two material pathways. One clear commitment to responsible packaging.
Two solutions.
One circular direction.
Walki designs and manufactures sustainable shopping bags based on post-consumer recycled (PCR) PE and certified compostable materials. Both solutions are developed to meet European plastic reduction requirements and PPWR expectations. By controlling every step in-house, from raw material selection to extrusion, printing and bag making, Walki delivers reliable quality, consistent performance and practical sustainability for retailers and professional users across Europe.
Product overview
Sustainable shopping bags for circular retail
Retailers face different sustainability needs depending on application, regulation and consumer behaviour, which is why Walki offers two complementary shopping bag solutions, each designed for a specific end-of-life route while maintaining strength, usability and visual quality at the point of sale.
PCR PE-based reusable shopping bags
Focused on durability, reuse and recyclability within existing PE waste streams.
- More than 50% to 70%+ post-consumer recycled content
- Minimum 50 µm thickness for durability and reuse
- Reusable more than 15 times
- Fully recyclable in existing PE recycling streams
- Water-based inks and certified recycled material (EuCertPlast)
Compostable
shopping bags
Made from plant-based materials, certified for industrial composting and suitable for organic waste collection.
- Certified according to EN 13432
- OK Compost – TÜV Austria certified
- Suitable for organic waste collection
- Food-grade options for bakery and fresh food
- Protective moisture-resistant sleeve to extend shelf life
Extensive customisation for retail needs
Walki offers extensive customisation across both PCR and compostable shopping bags, allowing brands and retailers to adapt products to local requirements and usage conditions.
Customisation options include::
- Bag size and format
- Film thickness and mechanical strength
- Handle type and reinforcement
- Design, colour and water-based printing
- Packaging formats for retail or professional distributiong correct use and disposal
This flexibility ensures the right balance between compliance, performance and brand presentation.
PPWR-ready by design
Walki shopping bags are developed with current and upcoming PPWR requirements in mind. Depending on the solution, bags are designed to support:
- Reusability and minimum thickness criteria
- High post-consumer recycled content
- Certified recyclability or compostability
- Clear material identification for waste sorting
This makes Walki bags a future-ready choice for European retail markets.
Manufacturing excellence at scale
Pioneering facilities and innovation
Walki’s Films and Bags business line operates from modern, fully integrated manufacturing facilities dedicated to the production of PCR PE-based and compostable shopping bags. This integrated setup ensures consistent quality, continuous innovation and a reliable supply for retail and professional markets across Europe. With full in-house control over material sourcing, extrusion, printing, bag making and recycling, Walki guarantees traceability, regulatory compliance and dependable performance at scale.
Our operations includes:
- Over 45,000 m² of advanced manufacturing space
- Strategic production sites in Murcia, Spain, and Ylöjärvi, Finland
- Dedicated R&D and quality control laboratories supporting product development and validation
- In-house PCR and compostable film extrusion and bag conversion
- Multiple logistics centres enabling efficient distribution and reliable delivery
This integrated manufacturing and logistics network supports Walki’s long-term commitment to responsible production, circular material use and high-performance PCR and compostable shopping bag solutions.
What makes Walki shopping bags different
Walki approaches waste bags as a material solution, not a commodity product.
Expertise in
film extrusion
Advanced extrusion technology allows Walki to achieve reliable performance even with high recycled or bio-based content, without compromising strength or usability.
Full control from raw material to finished product
All critical production stages are managed in-house. PCR materials are sourced from certified suppliers, tested and processed internally, ensuring traceability, consistency and compliance.
Proven regulatory
experience
Walki was among the first companies in Spain to obtain UNE 53930 (Parts 01 & 02) certification, verifying recycled content, thickness and mechanical performance according to European requirements.
Certified compostable solutions you can trust
Walki’s compostable shopping bags are certified according to EN 13432 by TÜV Austria, confirming their suitability for industrial composting and compliance with European standards. This certification verifies biodegradability, disintegration and the absence of harmful residues, giving retailers confidence that compostable bags perform as intended at end of life while meeting regulatory and market expectations.
Certified compostable bags designed for fresh food environments
Compostable handle bags for bakery use
Walki compostable handle bags for bakery use are designed for fresh food retail environments where hygiene, strength and reliable handling are essential. Made from plant-based, food-grade materials, they offer certified compostability without compromising day-to-day performance.
Key features and benefits:
- Certified compostable according to EN 13432
- OK Compost – TÜV Austria certified
- Food-grade material suitable for direct food contact
- Neutral odour, without the typical smell associated with some compostable bags
- Strong handles for safe carrying of fresh products
- Supplied in convenient retail-ready packaging
These compostable bakery bags combine functionality, food safety and certified end-of-life performance, making them a practical solution for bakeries, in-store bakery counters and fresh food retailers looking to support organic waste collection and responsible packaging choices.
Yes. Walki shopping bags align with national plastic reduction rules, PPWR expectations and the European Plastics Strategy.
PCR bags focus on reuse and recyclability, while compostable bags are designed to biodegrade in certified composting environments.
Yes. They are designed for existing polyethylene (PE) recycling streams.
Yes. Food-grade compostable bags are available, including bakery applications.
Yes. Walki offers extensive customisation in size, performance, printing and packaging.
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