► Kraft paper bags

Paper bags are a sustainable alternative and the undisputed winner on the environmental front. But are paper bags strong enough? The answer is yes. Kraft paper is a very strong material, a small bag can carry up to 12 kg and a medium bag can easily carry up to 14 kg. But what are the specific advantages of paper bags?

• Recyclable and biodegradable in just a few months, they are great for the environment.
• The recycling process is very simple and kraft paper can be reused up to 6 times on average, also a plus on the environmental front.
• Moreover, the consumer can easily reuse the bag dozens of times without any problems.

See our range of paper bags here.

► Plastic bags in >50 my

FYI: The ban does not apply to all plastic bags. The thicker variants of more than 50 my are still allowed. The higher the my, the thicker the plastic and the more resistant the bags. One of the reasons why the EU has banned plastic bags with a wall thickness of >50 my is that they represent the majority of the total number of discarded plastic bags in the Union, plus they are recycled less frequently by consumers than the slightly thicker plastic bags. So if you're still into plastic, go up to my.

You can see our range of plastic bags here.

► Polyester bags or cotton bags (mule bags)

Fabric bags, such as polyester, are also an alternative. Polyester is a common fabric in the textile industry, it resists wrinkles and retains its original shape perfectly. It absorbs almost no moisture and resists sunlight. Fabric bags are durable and they are frequently used in the fashion industry, among others, which lists a few clear advantages that are worth taking note of:

• Your end user always has a shopping bag, possibly with your logo, at hand - in other words, a walking advertising pillar.
• In addition, the bag can be used over and over again, almost indefinitely, thus reducing the purchase of multiple bags.
• It is practical and can be used in a variety of contexts, such as a bag, sports bag, shopping net, etc.

Polyester bags come in different shapes, take a look.

► Bags in Jute fabric

Jute is a textile fibre obtained from the stem of the jute plant. Woven jute is called burlap. Bags made of Jute fabric, besides its nice appearance, is also extremely sturdy, it does not wear easily and guarantees a good quality bag. Jute is 100% recyclable. Our jute bag is a very sturdy carrier bag with extra protection in the form of inner plastic film. It also has side gussets to accommodate larger items. Take a look here.

► Polypropylene bags

The last bag we recommend are bags made of polypropylene. Polypropylene is among the most common types of plastic and is a durable bag that can be used over and over again. In addition, polypropylene has a distinctive shiny surface that adds a touch of exclusivity to your products - hence the bags are often called cellophane bags