Smead Red File Folders, 1/3-Cut Top Tab, Letter Size, 100/Box (12743)

Key Features at a Glance

• Letter size folders – designed for standard 8-1/2" × 11" documents
• Standard 1/3-cut top tabs in assorted positions for flexible labeling
• Bright red color provides bold visual separation in color-coded systems
• Durable 11 pt colored stock stands up to frequent handling
• Scored for 3/4" expansion to accommodate growing paperwork
• Single-ply tab construction ensures a smooth, consistent labeling surface
• SFI-certified paper containing recycled fiber supports sustainable office purchasing
• 100 folders per box, proudly Made in the USA

These red Smead top tab file folders offer high-impact color that makes important files hard to miss. The vivid red shade is ideal for priority work, time-sensitive projects, compliance files, or any category that needs to stand out clearly from everyday folders in a drawer or file cart.

Featuring 1/3-cut top tabs in assorted positions, these folders make it easy to create readable labels and scan quickly for the right file in busy offices. Constructed from 11-point red stock and scored for 3/4" expansion, they maintain their structure as documents accumulate. With 100 folders per box and consistent U.S. manufacturing, they deliver reliable performance in long-term, color-coded filing systems.

Ideal Uses

• Flagging urgent, “action required,” or high-priority files
• Compliance, audit, or regulatory documentation
• Color-coding by risk level, priority status, or due dates
• Separating escalated cases or critical projects from everyday work
• Creating clear, easy-to-read filing systems in shared environments

Use these red folders when you need bold, attention-grabbing color coding in a standard top tab filing system. Pair them with compatible file folder labels to keep names, dates, and categories organized and easy to spot at a glance.

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