Paper Bags And There Uses

Grocery paper bags are one of the most popular forms of retail packaging. There is no end of uses to this type of paper bag. Whenever we visit our local shops we are normally given our fruit, vegetables, sweets and dairy products in a paper bag. But what are the industry standard names of these bags and which bag is best for your own products? Some paper bags are suited for multiple uses.

Suitable For Groceries

Brown Kraft Paper Bags – Brown paper bags have been used by grocers for many years. There has been a revival of this type of bag as it is not only economical but environmentally friendly as well. These bags are sometimes known as millinery bags, fruit bags or kraft bags. They are a basic flat paper bag with no side gussets. They are 100% food safe.

Block Bottom Paper Bags – This type of bag is typically used in retail and groceries. we find them commonly used to pack food, craft materials, wine and gifts. They are also excellent for take away food such as burgers and pies. Block bottom bags are free standing bags and have an SOS (side opening satchel). When loaded with goods they can stand upright unsupported.

Suitable For Sweet Shops

Candy Stripe Paper Bags – These bags are nostalgic to us all and have a wide range of uses other than packing sweets. They have made a comeback and seem very popular with weddings. As these candy bags are 100% food safe they are perfect for any sweet shop. Not only that but they are very economical and you will find gift and greetings card shops using them as well.

Pick n Mix Paper Bags – Did someone mention Woolworths? Pick n mix paper bags are know by us all, they are a colourful paper bag with a fancy ball and stripe design. Ideally these bags are best used for sweets / candy.

White Sulphite Paper Bags – Another traditional classic paper bag. White sulphite bags are more commonly used for bread rolls, sandwiches, cakes and fruit. They have been used by bakers and sandwich shops for years. They offer excellent value for money and are 100% food safe.

Suitable For Gift Shops

Random Design Paper Bags – These paper bags are most suited to being used with greeting cards and gift shops but will not look out of place in any non food application. As the name suggests the print is random and no design on the bags are the same. Cheap and economical to use they are very popular.

Suitable For Take Away Food

Take Away Paper Bags – If you are a lover of Indian or Chinese foods then you have most certainly used this type of paper bag. They are constructed with a flat bottom suitable for carrying food containers and have reinforced flat paper tape handles for carrying your food home in. Most good packaging suppliers will only supply good quality pure brown and white kraft bags. Also perfect for take away sandwiches and other food items, shop promotions and as small retail gift bags.

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