Paper bags are a versatile packaging option that enhance the customer experience and strengthen your brand. They show care for the environment and can be custom printed for extra visibility. For shops, cafés or restaurants they work for everything from food and baked goods to clothing and gifts. You can choose between several types – flat bags, block-bottom bags, window bags or carrier bags with handles. In this guide you’ll get an overview that makes it easier to find the right bag for your business.
Classic paper bags with handles. Available with:
-Flat handles – cost-effective, practical and comfortable
-Twisted handles – stronger and more exclusive, handle heavier contents
-Patch handles – reinforced, die-cut handles
-Hand-knotted rope handles – mainly used on Deluxe bags for increased durability and an exclusive feel
Use: shops, events, take away
Paper bags with a square bottom that stand firmly.
-Provide good volume and stability
-Easy to fill with food or larger goods
-Term: SOS bag comes from German Sack ohne Seitennaht (“bag without side seam”) or English Self Opening Sack, common in Europe, especially in the bakery and confectionery industry
-Size KK: Designation for bag inserts that reinforce the bottom of the bag
Use: cafés, bakeries, delicatessens and loose goods
Flat paper bags are available in classic versions or with a transparent window that displays the contents.
-Suitable for sandwiches, bread, pastries, fruit, confectionery and delicacies
-Made of unbleached or white kraft paper, 60–80 g/m²
-Gusseted sides allow the bag to expand and hold larger or irregularly shaped products
-The window can be made of plastic or biodegradable film
Use: bakery, patisserie, café, fast food, delicatessen
Paper bags are often chosen based on both size and paper thickness (g/m²). Here is a simple overview:
Paper Thickness - Recommended Use
Traditional dimensions: Width × Depth × Height (e.g., 250 × 150 × 400 mm) – helps you choose the right bag for your products.
Volume measurement: Shows how much the bag can hold when filled. Mainly used for take-away bags, with common sizes of 11 and 15 liters – ideal for food containers and similar items.
Make your bags part of your brand! With printing on paper bags, carrier bags, and plastic bags, you increase visibility and give customers a positive experience.
We help you with branding for, among others:
See more on the page Custom Printing | Bags & Wrapping.
It depends on the size and paper thickness. A standard paper carrier usually holds between 5 and 14 kg.
Paper bags can weaken if exposed to too much moisture. To prevent tearing, let food waste drain before placing it in the bag.
Most of our flat bags and SOS bags are approved for direct food contact. Look for the food symbol on the product page to be sure.
Store them in a dry place, protected from direct sunlight to avoid brittleness or discoloration.
Author: Tingstad
Last Updated: 2023-11-29
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