Hessian & Jute Bags

Natural fibre bags for all operations

Hessian and jute bags are made from 100% natural plant fibre — strong, breathable, and biodegradable. The open weave structure provides airflow suited to moisture-sensitive produce, while the material handles heavy loads reliably through repeated filling, transport, and storage. At end of life, the bags break down naturally without leaving synthetic residue.

Ritex supplies hessian and jute bags from 5 kg to 50 kg, with custom sizing, closure type, and factory printing available by order. Bags are compatible with Baxmatic automatic filling systems. Stock is held in NZ for fast turnaround on standard sizes.

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Why choose hessian and jute bags?

  • Hessian and jute bags are made entirely from natural plant fibre with no synthetic components. At end of life they break down naturally, making them a practical alternative to woven polypropylene where biodegradability is a requirement — particularly for applications involving soil contact, composting environments, or operations with waste disposal constraints. No certification claims are made; the material is simply natural fibre, and it behaves accordingly.

  • Hessian and jute are plant-based woven fibres with a proven track record in commercial packaging. The open weave allows consistent airflow across the bag surface — reducing moisture buildup and heat retention during storage and transport. This makes hessian and jute bags well suited to produce that requires ventilation to maintain quality. The woven structure also provides high tensile strength, handling heavy loads without tearing, and supports repeated use across filling, handling, and transport cycles.

  • Ritex hessian and jute bags are in use across horticulture, agriculture, construction, and events. Common applications include:

    • Potatoes, onions, and bulk produce

    • Sandbags for construction, civil works, and flood management

    • Scaffolding bags

    • Garden and landscaping supplies

    • Storage and transport of tools and equipment

    • Hangi and food smoking

    • Events and recreational uses including cricket wicket protection

  • Ritex hessian and jute bags are available across a range of specifications to suit your product and operation.

    • Weight options: 250–270 gsm

    • Size range: 5 kg–50 kg standard; custom sizes available by order

    • Closure options: Sewn or optional wire-tie finishes

    • Custom printing: Available ex-factory for branding, identification, or compliance

    • Filling compatibility: Baxmatic automatic filling machine bags available in multiple sizes

    Contact us with your product type, fill weight, and volume for a specification and pricing.

  • Ritex works with operations across a wide range of scales. Standard stocked bags are available for immediate supply. Custom sizes, weights, closures, and print options are available by order. Submit an enquiry with your product type, target fill weight, and approximate volume and we'll come back to you with options and pricing.

Order with confidence

Ritex has been supplying commercial and industrial operations across New Zealand and Australia since 1986. Our hessian and jute bags are sourced from trusted manufacturing partners with consistent quality standards and a proven supply record. Whether you need a standard stocked bag or a configuration built to your specific brief, we have the sourcing relationships and product knowledge to get it right.

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Every operation has different requirements. Contact us with your product type, fill weight, and order volume and we'll provide a specification recommendation and quote.

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