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Paper Envelopes

Specification # 100-141 [PDF: 163 KB / 5 p.]

This item meets Preservation Directorate specifications for a long-lasting and durable product, appropriate for protecting LC collections, 2-5% alkaline reserve in all paper products. This item passes the Photographic Activity Test.

Color: Within a range of tan, cream or buff

Dimensions:

  • 6" x 9" (#6000-25)
  • 7.5" x 10.5" (#6000-26)
  • 9" x 12" (#6000-27 )
  • 9.5" x 14.75" (#6000-28)
  • 11" x 14" (#6000-29)
  • 11.5" x 15" (#6000-30)

line drawings show different dimensions for paper evelopes

6" x 9" 7.5" x 10.5" 9" x 12" 11" x 14" 9.5" x 14.75" 11.5" x 15"

Seams: Center or side Seams

line drawing of paper envelope with center seam line drawing of paper envelope with side seams
Center seam Side seams

NOTE: Envelope Slings are available for all of these standard-sized envelopes.

Uses:
For storage of individual items.

Order the envelopes by using a green Supply Requisition form, listing envelopes by size and 6000 number.

When filling out a Purchase Requisition for this product, be sure to include:

  • Full name of product, as appears above
  • This page number
  • Dimensions
  • Quantities

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