Built-in honeycomb cushioning. Zero plastic. Maximum protection.
Honeycomb padded mailers are an all-paper mailer with a built-in hexagonal honeycomb cushioning layer, for posting books, cosmetics, gifts and printed items without a separate padded envelope. The 80 gsm manilla paper is tear-resistant, and the honeycomb layer conforms to the product to absorb knocks in transit. These honeycomb padded envelopes are made from 80% recycled content, are FSC and SFP approved, and are fully plastic-free. A peel-and-seal tamper-evident strip closes the flap and shows any interference. They arrive flat-packed to store easily, and are recyclable and biodegradable after use, subject to local guidance.
Delivered flat-packed for easy storage.
Where do honeycomb mailing bags work best?
Honeycomb mailing bags suit e-commerce, subscription and craft senders who want built-in paper cushioning and a neat manilla finish.
- Online shops sending books, journals, cosmetics and printed items, where the honeycomb layer cushions without loose fill or bubble wrap.
- Craft and gift orders, where the manilla finish presents well and the padding protects handmade items.
- Marketing and sample mailouts, where a light, flat-packed mailer keeps packing fast and postage controlled.
- Despatch that needs a tamper-evident seal, where the peel-and-seal strip shows any interference.
Not for
- Heavy or sharp-edged items that can split the paper. Use cardboard boxes with void fill for those.
- Liquids or items needing moisture resistance. These mailers are paper, so choose a suitable plastic alternative.
- Very fragile or high-value goods needing rigid protection. Use a box with internal cushioning instead.
Specifications
- Colour: brown, manilla finish
- Material: paper
- Paper weight: 80 gsm
- Cushioning: built-in honeycomb paper layer
- Recycled content: 80%
- Construction: 100% plastic-free; FSC and SFP approved
- Closure: peel-and-seal tamper-evident strip
- Supplied: flat-packed
- Environmental: recyclable and biodegradable after use, subject to local guidance
Choose the right padded mailer
Honeycomb paper padded envelopes are built for presentation and cushioning without plastic.
- Choose honeycomb paper padded envelopes for built-in honeycomb paper cushioning, a manilla finish and a tamper-evident seal.
- Choose Jiffy Green padded bags when a heavier item needs thick paper-fibre padding rather than this mailer's lighter honeycomb padding.
- Choose AirPro Green padded paper mailers for small fragile media in light, three-layer FSC paper.
- Choose RAJA eco bubble envelopes when you want bubble-film cushioning instead of this mailer's honeycomb padding.
FAQs
Are honeycomb mailers recyclable and plastic-free?
Yes. These honeycomb mailing bags are 100% plastic-free, made from 80% recycled paper, and are recyclable and biodegradable after use where local facilities accept them.
Do they need bubble wrap inside?
For small, non-sharp items the built-in honeycomb layer usually does the job. Add protection or use a box for very fragile, heavy or awkward items.
How do they differ from bubble-lined mailers?
Honeycomb mailers cushion with a paper honeycomb layer rather than plastic film, so the whole mailer is recyclable as paper.
Is the closure secure?
The peel-and-seal strip is tamper-evident, so any interference after sealing is easier to spot.
Are they suitable for international mail?
Yes. The light, padded paper build suits domestic and international routes, provided the contents match the protection needed.
Also useful
- Envelopes and mailing bags for comparing paper and padded formats across despatch needs.
- Packaging tapes for reinforcing parcels or securing outer cartons used with mailers.
- Labels for address, routing and handling information on the manilla surface.
- Postal tubes for safely shipping posters and prints without bending or creasing.
