A reclosable thermoplastic bag (10) having an offset fastener.The bag includes first and second sidewalls (11, 12), each havinga top (23a, 23b), a bottom (25a, 25b) and two opposing side edges(16, 17), the first and second sidewalls being attached togetheralong the respective bottom and side edges; and inwardly foldedtop pleat (13) positioned across the first sidewall (11); a reclosablefastener (14) having at least two cooperating closure members, oneclosure member being positioned proximate to the top of the firstsidewall above the pleat, the other closure member being positionedproximate to the top of the second sidewall, such that when the bagis filled and closed, the reclosable fastener is offset.
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