Iconic Retail Silhouette. High-Strength Twisted Cord Handles.
Classic retail paper shopping bags with durable twisted paper cord handles for boutique checkout.
Custom Twisted Handle Paper Bags are the timeless, iconic standard for retail shopping bags, merchandise carrying, and boutique checkout worldwide. Characterized by their stiff, upright twisted paper cord handles glued securely between an internal paper patch card and the folded upper rim, these carrier bags offer outstanding durability and a classic hand-carried aesthetic.
Manufactured from heavy-duty 120 GSM to 180 GSM unbleached natural kraft paper or crisp bleached white paperboard, each bag features a rigid rectangular block bottom that allows it to stand firmly upright on checkout counters. Because the handles are made entirely from twisted paper, the bag remains 100% plastic-free, recyclable, and eco-friendly.
Learn more in our [Complete Guide to Custom Twisted Handle Paper Bags](/blog/b2b-guide-to-twisted-handle-paper-bags).
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100% Recyclable
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Complete technical specifications for Twisted Handle Paper Bags
| finish types | Natural Unbleached Brown Kraft, Bleached White Kraft, Soft-Touch Matte, Metallic Foil Accent |
| storage reqs | Store flat in dry conditions at 50°F-80°F (10°C-27°C); keep away from direct sunlight and water |
| print quality | High-definition flexographic or offset printing up to 400 DPI using eco-friendly water-based inks |
| assembly style | Folded top lip hem, glued interior handle patch, side seams, square block bottom |
| eco credentials | Made from 100% recycled paper fibers or FSC-certified paper, 100% recyclable |
| weight capacity | Supports up to 22 lbs of retail clothing, books, or packaged goods |
| material thickness | Paperweight: 120 GSM - 180 GSM heavy kraft or SBS paperboard |
| production location | Printed and converted in the United States |
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