Alexander believes it's not enough to just offer products made from renewable plastics—our products shouldn't become waste themselves. "We apply closed loop thinking to everything we do,” Alexander says. “It’s the idea that there isn't an end-of-life for any material. Instead, products can be continuously recycled, up-cycled, down-cycled—whatever! But never wasted.
How to get it
Product features
- Airtight
- Leakproof
- Freezer-safe
ISTAD bags can be resealed and used again and again. It keeps contents fresh, withstands freezing and can be filled with contents up to 122 °F – and it helps you keep your kitchen and home organized.
Article number403.852.89
Product details
ISTAD bags have a double seal which keeps the contents fresh for longer – and even tightly seals in liquids without leaking.
Can be used over and over again since it can be washed by hand and re-sealed.
The bag helps you organize your leftovers and dry goods and is also suitable for puzzles, games and other small items. Transparent, so nothing is forgotten and left behind.
ISTAD bag comes in different sizes, choose the one that suits your needs. From small bags for snacks or sweets to larger bags that hold several liters.
Good to know
Includes: 30 bags (13 oz) and 30 bags (34 oz).
Materials and care
Material
- Polyethylene
Care
Handwash only.
Freezer-safe.
Withstands temperatures up to 122°F.
Measurements
- Package quantity: 60 pieces
- Volume 1: 1 l (34 oz)
- Volume 2: 0.4 l (14 oz)
Packaging
ISTAD
Article number403.852.89- Width: 8 cm (3 ")
- Height: 5 cm (2 ")
- Length: 19 cm (7 ½ ")
- Weight: 0.24 kg (9 oz)
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Kitchen essentialCherylLove the two-size pack.
Can be reused often and is always our go-to for snack packing needs.
A staple on and off our KitchenJuanWe use this to seal and store food in our kitchen and even as an organizer or pouch when out travelling!
UsefulMariaI always make sure we have stocks of these. Useful and durable
My favoriteKathrinaMy favorite
This is my second timeEuneseThis is my second time to purchase this item and I can say that this product very sustainable at the same time, durability speaks itself.
Value for money and qualityMoninaValue for money and quality is great
The best ziplock 👌PreciousThe best ziplock 👌
niceLeahnice
Nice I used istad inRheaNice I used istad in my daughter’s sandwich.
Comes in 2 sizes thatAnonymous reviewerComes in 2 sizes that I need.
Great value for moneyEmmaGreat value for money
ThanksColeenThanks
Very good for everyday useCarolinaVery good for everyday use
Not Eco Friendly tho. butJakeNot Eco Friendly tho. but serves its purpose
The best zip lock forCharitoThe best zip lock for me
I love itJackyIm satisfied
latest purchasedJoani use it for my daughter’s pastries for their schools snack. . Pretty cute good for kids.
VERY reliable! I used thisChandyVERY reliable! I used this in storing a wide variety of stuff from my very own passport to my travel makeup kit! This is very amazing to bring in your travels.
Nice to be able toAnonymous reviewerNice to be able to buy many plastic bags and also get different sizes. Makes it more easy to pack for the ref or freezer or whatever your needs are. Loved it, colours however could be debated. Plastic is not as good as some others I've seen in for example Europe but still way better than most plastic bags in Philippines.
Sturdy and Reusable.Sturdy and Reusable.
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
307Reviews
Story
One billion more sustainable bags
Did you know that the resealable IKEA plastic bags you use all around the house and even on the go are made with a renewable material? ISTAD bags are made from plastic that comes from the sugar cane industry.* The material is both renewable and recyclable itself. This moves us toward a bigger goal: all plastic products being made with recycled or renewable material. With more than one billion plastic bags sold every year, we think this is a considerable step along the way.
"It’s a fantastic journey,” says Alexander Grouleff who’s working with plastic innovation at IKEA. “And it’s an extremely exciting challenge.” Alexander's job is to bring new plastic technologies to the product developers at IKEA. He introduces them to alternatives and options that can replace fossil fuel plastics and move IKEA closer to the goal of working exclusively with recycled or renewable plastics. “ISTAD was one of my favorite products before. Now, even more so.”
Making the most of our planet’s resources
No need to choose between sustainability and quality
We want to make it simple and affordable to live a more sustainable life at home. Changing the type of plastic ISTAD is made from, and not changing the quality or value, is one way to do that. “It's about making sure that sustainability is not a luxury, it's for the many people.” *ISTAD bags are made of plastic that consists of at least 20% renewable content.
Material
What is PE plastic?
PE, or polyethylene, is a versatile plastic with many uses. It can be soft and flexible as well as tough and strong. At IKEA we use PE for things like plastic bags, freezer bags, ice packs and chopping boards. A big reason why we like this plastic is that it can be made from renewable raw materials like corn and sugar cane.