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Box of 100 blue letter-size file folders with top tabs

Smead

Smead 12043 file folder, blue, 100 per box

SKU CH-CVC9-EKK1K MPN 12043

Letter-size file folders with 1/3-cut top tabs and 3/4-inch expansion, blue, 100 per box

  • TypeFile Folders
  • FeaturesSold as 100/Box.
  • ColorBlue
  • Color-coded filing speeds retrieval with bright blue folders
  • 100 folders per box supplies high-volume offices
  • 1/3 cut top tabs align neatly in standard drawers
  • Scored for 3/4" expansion handles bulky documents
  • New Smead 12043 model built for daily use

What this product is and who it is for

Smead 12043 file folders come in a box of 100 blue folders designed for letter-size documents. They suit offices, schools or home offices that need a simple way to sort and retrieve paperwork by colour. The 1/3 cut top tab provides a clear label area for quick identification.

How it behaves under sustained load

Each folder is scored for 3/4 inch expansion so it holds growing document sets without tearing at the crease. The blue stock resists fading during daily handling and long-term shelf storage. A full box supplies enough folders for high-volume filing projects that run over weeks or months.

Installation and common issues

Folders arrive flat and fold into shape in seconds; no tools or adhesives are required. The scored line guides a clean fold, but forcing the crease the wrong way can weaken the expansion pocket. Misaligned tabs may snag on adjacent folders if the drawer rails are bent or overcrowded.

Highlights

  • Color-coded filing speeds retrieval with bright blue folders
  • 100 folders per box supplies high-volume offices
  • 1/3 cut top tabs align neatly in standard drawers
  • Scored for 3/4" expansion handles bulky documents
  • New Smead 12043 model built for daily use

Specifications

TypeFile Folders
BrandSmead
Model12043
FeaturesSold as 100/Box.
ColorBlue
Shipping weight2.90 kg
Package size321 × 264 × 67 mm

Questions about this item

How much heat or noise does the 12043 folder generate when used continuously in a busy office?

The 12043 file folder is a passive paper product with no moving parts or electronics, so it produces no heat and makes no noise during all-day use.

What filing cabinet or hanging rail must I already own for these top-tab folders to work?

The 12043 folders fit standard letter-size drawers or shelves with a 1/3 cut top tab; they do not require hanging rails or special frames.

Will the blue 12043 folders match the color-coding of older Smead folders I already have?

The 12043 uses Smead's standard blue shade, which is consistent across their color-coded line, so it will match older blue folders from the same brand.

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