Custom Kraft Paper Bags

Updated 2026-10-05

Custom kraft paper bags are brown, unbleached paper bags printed with a brand's logo, used by cafes, grocers, takeout restaurants and boutiques. Styles include flat-bottom SOS bags, twisted-handle shoppers, flat-handle bags and small merchandise bags. Send the size, handle style, quantity and artwork, and a specialist replies with pricing.

Natural unbleached kraft look
Handle and no-handle styles
Strong flat-bottom builds
Simple logo printing

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Why brands keep coming back to kraft

Brown paper bags are familiar, practical and easy to brand. Custom kraft paper bags are made from unbleached kraft paper, which keeps the fibers' natural brown color and gives the paper good tear strength for its weight. A flat, squared bottom lets the bag stand open on a counter while it is filled, and the plain surface takes a one- or two-color logo with an honest, crafted look.

For takeout and grocery, flat-bottom SOS bags without handles are quick to fill and fold closed. Retail shops usually prefer kraft bags with twisted paper handles, which carry well and keep the bag paper-based. Flat paper handles suit lighter goods and bakery orders. Small merchandise bags work for jewelry, cards and sweets. Ask about grease-resistant kraft for hot food, and about heavier paper when your items have weight or sharp corners.

Because kraft is brown, dark inks such as black, deep green or navy print most clearly, while white ink can make a striking accent. Keep the design simple: a centered logo, a short tagline and a web address. Custom kraft bags pair well with kraft labels and stickers for sealing the top, which lets one bag serve several products. For mixed ranges, two sizes usually cover most orders.

Popular uses

Coffee shop and bakery orders
Takeout and delivery meals
Grocery and farmers' markets
Retail and boutique purchases
Candy and bulk food stores
Event and market stalls

Specifications

Size	Made to your size and fill volume
Materials	Mylar (metallised), kraft paper, clear or matte film, holographic
Printing	Full colour digital or plate printing, front and back
Features	Zip lock, tear notch, hang hole, window, gusset; child-resistant zippers on request
Finishes	Matte, gloss, soft-touch, spot gloss, holographic
Proof	Digital proof before production

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Options for custom kraft paper bags

Bag styles

Flat-bottom SOS bags, twisted-handle shoppers, flat-handle bags and small merchandise bags, each made to the width, gusset and height that suit your products.

Kraft paper weights

Lighter kraft for snacks and small items and heavier kraft for groceries, bottles and boxed goods, chosen to suit what goes inside.

Printing

One- and two-color logo printing that suits kraft's brown surface, with dark inks for contrast and white ink for accents.

Handles

Twisted paper handles for retail, flat paper handles for light loads and bakery orders, or no handles for quick-fill takeout bags.

Food use

Grease-resistant kraft papers are available on request for warm or oily food. Check the requirements for direct food contact in your area.

Eco options

Uncoated kraft with paper handles keeps the whole bag paper-based for easier recycling where local programs accept it. Ask about recycled-content kraft papers.

How it works

Ordering custom kraft paper bags

Get a free quote

Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom Kraft Paper Bags: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

What is the difference between kraft paper bags and white paper bags?

Kraft bags are made from unbleached paper and keep a natural brown color, while white bags are bleached or coated for a bright surface. Kraft suits natural and rustic branding with simple prints, and white suits full-color artwork.

Can I print my logo on brown paper bags?

Yes. Dark one- or two-color logos print clearly on brown kraft, and white ink can add contrast. Full-color photos look muted on kraft because the paper is brown, so we suggest simple artwork and show the result on a digital proof.

Are custom kraft paper bags strong enough for groceries?

They can be, with the right paper weight and handles. Tell us the heaviest load you expect, and a specialist recommends a kraft weight, handle style and base reinforcement that suit it, so bags hold up on the walk home.

Can kraft bags be used for takeout food?

Yes. Flat-bottom kraft bags are a common takeout choice because they fill quickly and fold shut. For warm or oily food, ask about grease-resistant kraft, and check the local rules if food touches the bag directly.

How do I get pricing for custom kraft paper bags?

Send the bag size, style, handle choice, quantity and logo through the quote form. A specialist replies with pricing and a suggested build for your use, and you approve a digital proof before printing starts.

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