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Zip Lock Bags
Zip lock bags are plastic bags equipped with interlocking strips or a sliding lock piece that can be used to seal the bag. The development of this variety of plastic bag has provided a convenient replacement for bags which previously needed to be sealed with heat; unlike heat-sealed or shrink-wrapped bags, zip lock bags are resealable and reusable. Zip lock bags also provide a waterproof and airproof seal that twist ties are unable to provide.
Zip lock bags are often used for food storage because of the preservation provided by the seal. Food storage bags come in a variety of sizes, including snack, sandwich, and freezer sizes. Along with refrigeration, zip lock bags increase the life of perishable foods and are used in food preparation to marinate and coat foods. Zip lock bags are used in many applications aside from food storage; they were first marketed as pencil bags. Today, they can be found in almost every home, office, and school. They store anything from writing utensils to travel hygiene and grooming supplies. Because they are inexpensive and reusable, zip lock bags are also a very economical option for storing goods.