VCI Films and Bags

VCI Films and Bags — Corrosion Protection for Metal Storage & Shipping

Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) films and bags provide dry, long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion for metal parts during storage, work-in-process handling, and export shipping. These specialized polyethylene films release microscopic corrosion-inhibiting vapors that form a protective molecular layer on metal surfaces, reducing moisture and oxidation risk without oils, greases, or messy coatings.

VCI films and bags are ideal for:

• Steel, aluminum, and mixed-metal assemblies

• Machined parts awaiting assembly or shipment

• Work-in-process (WIP) storage

• Components cleaned in solvent or aqueous systems

• Export packaging and overseas transit

Shop VCI solutions from trusted brands like Cortec to find the right film, bag, or tubing for your corrosion protection needs.

SolventRS offers VCI packaging in multiple formats, including VCI Heat Seal Bags for airtight long-term protection, VCI Zip Lock Bags for fast access and short-term storage, and Cortec VpCI-126 Gusseted Bags for bulky or irregular parts.

Use the filters above to refine by metal type, film format, bag style, or protection duration.

Cortec VpCI-126 VCI Bags & Film — Rust Protection That Ships With Your Parts

VCI bags and films are the fastest way to protect metal parts in storage and transit: put the part in the bag, close it, and the Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibitors do the rest. We stock the Cortec VpCI-126 line in zip lock bags, gusseted bags, heat seal bags, and shrink film — from small-part zip locks to gusseted liners big enough for pallets and crates.

VpCI-126 protects steel, cast iron, aluminum, copper, and brass at the same time — no greasy coating, no cleanup, parts come out ready to use. Sealed packaging protects for up to 2 years, which makes these bags the standard for work-in-process, long-term storage, and export container shipments. The translucent blue film also lets you identify contents without opening the bag.

Need a size that is not on the shelf? Custom sizes and thicknesses are available. Tell us your part dimensions and how you ship, and we will spec the right bag — call (847) 833-7010 or request a quote for carton and volume pricing.

Learn more: VCI Paper vs. VCI Bags — which should you use?

Now with 20% recycled content: as of January 2026, all standard Cortec VpCI-126 film and bags contain a minimum of 20% recycled material — with the same corrosion protection — and the bags themselves are fully recyclable. Up to 30% recycled content is available on custom request.

Also read: How to prevent rust during shipping — export packaging that works