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Acid Free Folders For Documents

Keep important paperwork organized with acid-free folders for documents, designed to help limit acid-related deterioration during storage. Browse folders for filing and preserving records, certificates, and other papers, and compare document size, capacity, and storage needs to find a suitable fit.

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  1. Staples - File Folders, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, 100/Pack - Assorted Pastel Colors

    SKU: JXTHLKW3KQ

    Love them. !! Great help at store !!...Great Folders...Love these folders and the colors!

    Product Description

    A pack of heavyweight, reusable file folders in assorted pastel colors with three-tab labeling for organization.
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    Your price for this item is $37.99

  2. Pendaflex - Recycled Hanging File Folders, 1/5 Tab, Letter Size, 25/Box - Violet

    SKU: J795T5C3RY

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    A set of violet recycled hanging file folders with smooth-sliding rods and clear, PVC-free tabs.
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    Your price for this item is $24.64

  3. Pendaflex - Recycled Hanging File Folders, 1/5 Tab, Letter Size, 25/Box - Navy

    SKU: J795T5C3TY

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    A set of navy blue recycled hanging file folders with smooth-sliding rods and PVC-free tabs.
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    Your price for this item is $24.99

  4. Pendaflex - Recycled Hanging File Folders, 1/5 Tab, Letter Size, 25/Box - Burgundy

    SKU: J795T5C3HP

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    A set of burgundy recycled hanging file folders with smooth-sliding rods and clear, PVC-free tabs.
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    Your price for this item is $26.97

  5. Pendaflex - Two-Tone Recycled File Folder 100 File Folders, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, 100/Box - Gray

    SKU: J795TKKS53

    FILES BEST NEED

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    A set of gray, acid-free recycled file folders with reversible two-tone design for easy color-coding and organization.
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    Your price for this item is $37.99

  6. Pendaflex - Recycled Hanging File Folders, 1/5 Tab, Letter Size, 25/Box - Orange

    SKU: J795T4Z3WC

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    An orange, acid-free hanging file folder set with smooth-sliding rods and PVC-free tabs for organized filing.
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    Your price for this item is $33.49

  7. Pendaflex - Recycled Hanging File Folders, 1/5 Tab, Letter Size, 25/Box - Blue

    SKU: J795T5C374

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    A set of blue recycled hanging file folders with smooth-sliding rods and clear, PVC-free tabs.
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    Your price for this item is $29.69

  8. Pendaflex - Recycled Hanging File Folders, 1/5 Tab, Letter Size, 25/Box - Yellow

    SKU: J795T5C32Q

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    A set of yellow recycled hanging file folders with smooth-sliding rods, clear tabs, and acid-free material.
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    Your price for this item is $41.39

  9. Staples - File Folder, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, 50/Pack - Manila

    SKU: JXTHLKTFKP

    great folders I buy them all the time for my company and they're the best....Love the folders! Great for real estate agents!

    Product Description

    A pack of sturdy, acid-free manila file folders with 1/3-cut tabs for easy labeling and organization.
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    Your price for this item is $11.66
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    The previous price was $12.13

  10. Staples - Heavyweight Sheet Protector, 8.5" x 11", 100/Box - Clear

    SKU: JXTHLKWTRT

    I love these sheet protectors. Very easy to use. Top loading is great and open easily....Great Quailty! Love this product...Love Love Love

    Product Description

    A clear, heavyweight polypropylene sheet protector that is PVC-free, acid-free, and archival-quality for document safety.
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    Your price for this item is $11.99
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    The previous price was $12.29

  11. Staples - File Folders, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, 100/Box - Kraft

    SKU: JXTHLKTFFY

    I love buying things by the box....Buying online is best you can find items you use daily on bulk sale....great value. Love em...They are well made not hard to use and they serve their purpose well at...

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    A set of durable kraft paper file folders with 1/3-cut tabs for organizing letter-size documents.
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    Your price for this item is $25.89

  12. Great Papers - Certificate Holders, 12", 3/Pack - Burgundy

    SKU: J2FQRF2GJ8

    Product Description

    A set of burgundy certificate holders with embossed gold foil, acid- and lignin-free for document protection.
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    Your price for this item is $6.14

  13. U Brands - U-Eco File Folder, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, 24/Pack - Assorted Colors

    SKU: J36XZQTQ6V

    Product Description

    A set of tear- and water-resistant poly file folders in assorted colors with recycled paper labels.
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    Your price for this item is $20.56

  14. Smead Manufacturing - Poly Manila Folders, 1/3-Cut Tabs: Assorted, Letter Size, Manila, 12/Pack

    SKU: J7RX8XPWXJ

    love these folders!...I love them! No more bent and wrinkled tabs. Spills wipe right off....Multiple color choices would be great!...Love them! I use them for portable paperwork. They do not tear like...

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    A set of durable, tan poly folders with 1/3-cut assorted tabs, resistant to tears and water.
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    Your price for this item is $47.82

  15. Avery - Mini-Sheets Laser/Inkjet File Folder Labels, 2/3" x 3-7/16", 300 Labels/Pack - White

    SKU: J7SFC4VY5W

    I love these labels! Easy to run through any inkjet or laser printer!...For my operation the work great.

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    A pack of matte white self-adhesive labels compatible with laser and inkjet printers for easy organization.
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    Your price for this item is $19.29

  16. Smead - Document File, 6/Pack - Assorted Colors

    SKU: J7RX88SYT4

    Product Description

    A set of heavy-duty, moisture-resistant poly envelopes in assorted translucent colors with secure hook-and-loop closures.
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    Your price for this item is $21.47

  17. Esselte - Boorum & Pease 21 Series Record Book, 8.13"W x 10.38"H, 150 Sheets/Book - Black

    SKU: J7SZ6K5TS9

    Product Description

    A black hardcover record book with acid-free pages that opens flat for easy, long-lasting documentation.
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    Your price for this item is $92.99

  18. Pendaflex - Classification Folder, 2-Dividers, Letter Size, 10/Box - Light Green

    SKU: JC9J9Z2VKL

    Product Description

    A durable light green folder with two kraft dividers and six fasteners for organized document storage.
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    Your price for this item is $63.89

  19. Smead Manufacturing - Smead SafeSHIELD Tab Cut Letter Recycled Classification Folder Green Case of 10

    SKU: JC6LJX42R3

    Product Description

    A green recycled classification folder with two-prong fasteners, six filing surfaces, and durable pressboard construction.
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    Your price for this item is $114.63
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    The previous price was $137.60

  20. Cardinal - ReportPro 3-Prong Report Cover, 11" x 17" - Black

    SKU: J76QLCRWRX

    Product Description

    A durable black poly report cover with 3 prongs, securely holds up to 30 tabloid-sized sheets.
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    Your price for this item is $7.29

  21. C-line - Classroom Connector™ Multi-Pocket Folders, Red, Box of 15

    SKU: J78Y95SH44

    Product Description

    A durable red multi-pocket folder with clear covers and bilingual 'Home' and 'School' pocket designations.
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    Your price for this item is $88.83
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    The previous price was $93.23

  22. C-line - Classroom Connector™ Multi-Pocket Folders, Blue, Box of 15

    SKU: J78Y95SH52

    Product Description

    A durable blue polypropylene folder with four document sleeves and bilingual 'Home' and 'School' pockets.
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    Your price for this item is $88.83
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    The previous price was $93.23

  23. Pendaflex - EarthWise Recycled File Folder, 1/3-Cut Tab, Legal Size, 100/Box - Assorted Colors

    SKU: J795T4HVLG

    Product Description

    An assortment of acid-free, recycled file folders in various colors, made from durable 11 pt. manila stock.
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    Your price for this item is $38.00

  24. Pendaflex - Recycled File Folder, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, 100/Box - Bright Green

    SKU: J795TKK932

    Product Description

    A bright green, acid-free file folder with reversible two-tone color for easy color-coding and organization.
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    Your price for this item is $38.39
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Acid free folders for documents help protect important papers from deterioration caused by acidic storage materials, making them a practical choice for organizing family records, certificates, correspondence, and business files. Unlike folders made from acidic paper stock, acid-free file folders provide a more stable environment for long-term document storage and can help reduce acid-related yellowing and brittleness. For archival document preservation, look for folders labeled both acid-free and lignin-free, since lignin can break down and contribute to acidity over time. Buffered archival folders contain an alkaline reserve that helps neutralize acids and are commonly used for many paper records, while certain photographs and specialty materials may require unbuffered enclosures. Choosing archival-quality document folders suited to the materials you plan to store helps support preservation without sacrificing everyday accessibility. The best acid free document folders for your filing system should match your paper sizes, storage space, and organization needs. Letter-size folders accommodate standard 8.5-by-11-inch documents, while legal-size folders offer room for longer paperwork without folding the edges. Reinforced tabs, clearly labeled sections, and appropriately sized archival storage boxes can make document organization easier while helping protect papers from unnecessary handling, dust, and light exposure. Avoid overfilling folders, and remove rubber bands or rusty fasteners that could stain or damage the contents. For effective long-term paper preservation, keep acid-free folders in a cool, dry location with stable conditions rather than in a damp basement or hot attic; protective folders alone cannot prevent moisture damage or fading. Pairing archival paper storage with digital scans and secure backups also makes frequently used information easier to access while allowing original documents to remain safely filed.

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Acid-free document folders are typically made from paper or cardstock with a neutral or alkaline pH at the time of manufacture. Materials may include processed wood pulp or cotton fiber. Some folders also contain an alkaline buffer, which may be noted in the material specifications.

Acid-free describes the paper’s pH, while lignin-free refers to the absence of lignin, a naturally occurring component of wood. These terms describe different material properties, so an acid-free folder is not necessarily lignin-free. Check the specifications if you want both characteristics.

Acid-free folders can be used to organize birth certificates, marriage certificates, tax records, correspondence, genealogy research, and other paper documents. Grouping papers by document type, person, or year can make a filing system easier to navigate.

Common tab styles include straight-cut folders with a continuous labeling edge and folders with offset tabs in assorted positions. Some designs also include reinforced tabs or preprinted labeling areas. Choose a tab layout that keeps headings visible in your filing setup.

Use consistent headings such as a document category, a person’s name, and a date range. Follow any labeling guidance supplied with the folders, and write on an empty folder rather than over documents inside it. For confidential records, consider using a reference code instead of personal details on visible tabs.

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