Custom flat handle paper bags are bags with side gusset, rectangular base and flat handle designed for companies that want to turn their packaging into a visible support for corporate identity. They are a suitable solution for brands with a defined logo, recurring campaigns, points of sale, chains, shops and businesses that need personalized paper bags with a coherent and professional image.

At Corvall we manufacture custom flat handle paper bags for B2B projects where design, printing and material choice are part of the brand strategy. Request a quote indicating the size, material, number of units and type of printing you need.

📦 Order min. 5,000 units · ⏱ Delivery 4–6 weeks · ♻️ 100% recycled kraft and 100% recycled white cellulose

What is a Custom Flat Handle Paper Bag and When to Choose It?

A custom flat handle paper bag is a paper bag with an integrated flat format handle, designed to carry products and reinforce a brand’s visual presence. Its structure with side gusset and rectangular base allows the content to be presented in a stable way, while the outer surface acts as a corporate communication support.

The flat handle paper bag is a good choice when looking for a practical, lightweight bag with a clear visual presence at the point of sale. Compared to other models of paper bags, it stands out for its integrated handle and for its adaptation to recurring commercial uses, promotional actions and product deliveries in store.

For brands that need a more premium presentation-oriented finish or a more careful perception of the handle, it may be advisable to consider the custom twisted handle. On the other hand, when the priority is a functional, recognizable and volume-oriented solution, the custom flat handle bag offers an efficient alternative for campaigns and recurring purchases.

Technical data sheet


Material

  • 100% recycled Hawanna plain kraft
  • Natural white cellulose

Weight

  • 80 gr
  • 100 gr
  • 120 gr

Finishes

  • UVI gloss on white coated
  • Matte varnish on white coated

Measurements

Vertical

  • 18 + 08 x 24 cm
  • 24 + 08 x 34 cm
  • 22 + 10 x 30 cm
  • 28 + 12 x 36 cm
  • 32 + 12 x 41 cm
  • 32 + 16 x 44 cm
  • 46 + 16 x 49 cm

Take Away

  • 26 + 17 x 26 cm
  • 28 + 16 x 27 cm
  • 32 + 20 x 22 cm
  • 32 + 20 x 32 cm
  • 32 + 14 x 35 cm
  • 35 + 16 x 43 cm
  • 36 + 26 x 25 cm
  • 36 + 26 x 35 cm

Colors

  • White paper
  • Kraft
  • 100% recycled paper

Handle/Closure

  • Flat handle
  • Kraft handle color
  • White handle color
  • 16 handle colors available
  • Customized handle color on request

Customization

  • Flexographic printing up to 8 colors per side
  • Photo-quality CMYK process printing

Certifications

Recommended uses and sectors

Custom flat handle paper bags are suitable for companies that need visible, functional packaging aligned with their corporate identity. Its use is especially common in environments where the bag accompanies the customer outside the point of sale and acts as a brand support in circulation.

Retail, commerce and chains

In retail, fashion, accessories, bookstores, perfumery, cosmetics, specialty stores and commercial chains, the personalized paper bag helps to reinforce brand perception after purchase. Its printable surface allows you to maintain a coherent image between the product, the point of sale and the final customer experience.

For businesses with several stores or recurring purchases, this model facilitates the unification of packaging and the visual identification of the brand at different points of contact.

Commercial deliveries and broad-based projects

The wide base measurements allow this type of bag to be used in projects where the product requires greater stability or interior volume. When the use is specifically linked to takeaway, it is advisable to also evaluate food packaging solutions to choose the most suitable format.

When the project is specifically linked to the takeaway service, it can also be useful to review the customized food packaging solutions to assess formats and needs specific to the sector.

Events, promotions and branding

At corporate events, trade fairs, congresses, promotional actions or marketing campaigns, custom flat handle paper bags help to deliver materials, samples or products with a homogeneous presentation. Personalisation turns the bag into an element of visibility before, during and after the event.

Printing and personalization for corporate branding

The personalization of these bags is focused on reinforcing the company’s visual identity. It’s not just about adding a logo: the bag can be integrated into the brand’s graphic language through colors, composition, messages, campaigns, visual codes or corporate applications.

Corvall has its own design department to advise during the customization process and help make the project simple, coherent and profitable from a productive point of view.

Printing options

Custom flat handle paper bags can be flexographically printed up to 8 colors per side. They also support photo-quality CMYK process printing, a suitable choice when the design includes images, gradients, or more detailed visual compositions.

This printing capacity allows corporate bags to be worked for shops, chains, events, marketing campaigns, product launches or projects in which the bag must maintain an aesthetic aligned with the brand.

Handles, finishes and design

The handle can be selected in kraft color, white or within a range of 16 colors. There is also the possibility of consulting specific options when the project requires a different solution.

UVI gloss and matt varnish finishes on white stucco allow a more defined visual finish to be provided in projects where the brand presentation has a special weight. The choice of finish should be considered along with the type of design, material and end use of the bag.

Benefits for brands and businesses

Custom flat handle paper bags allow you to combine utility, visual communication and volume-oriented production. For companies with a defined corporate image, they are a direct way to transfer brand identity to everyday packaging.

Brand image in medium and large series

This model is especially aimed at projects where the company has already defined its logo, colors or graphic line and seeks a personalized manufacture to maintain a homogeneous presence in its bags.

The minimum confirmed order is 5,000 bags, making it more suitable for medium and large series than for one-off needs or low-volume tests.

Sustainability and materials

The bags can be made from 100% recycled Hawanna plain kraft or natural white cellulose, with weights of 80 g, 100 g and 120 g. This variety allows the project to be adapted to the intended use, the aesthetics of the brand and the perception to be transmitted.

Kraft can fit into brands that are looking for a more natural, sober image or linked to visual sustainability. White cellulose may be suitable when prioritizing cleaner graphic reproduction or a clear corporate aesthetic.

Differences compared to other models of paper bags

Within paper bags, the flat handle stands out for its functionality and for its balance between presentation, printing and recurring use. The custom twisted handle is usually associated with a more careful perception of the handle and can be interesting for certain retail sectors. SOS or American bags respond to other format, self-service or food needs, so it is advisable to choose the model according to the product, use and type of delivery.

To prepare a budget for personalised flat handle paper bags, it is advisable to define the purpose of the bag beforehand: in-store sale, take away, promotional campaign, event, commercial chain or recurring corporate use.

You can also consult different sizes and finishes. The Corvall team can accompany you through the process to simplify customization and adjust the proposal to your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ

When should you choose a paper bag with a flat handle instead of a twisted handle?

The paper bag with a flat handle is usually a good fit when looking for a functional, visible and volume-oriented solution for recurring retail, campaigns or deliveries. The twisted handle may be more suitable when the handle perception and presentation are more premium in weight.

Are these bags suitable for brand campaigns or for continued in-store use?

Yes. They are a common option for companies that need to maintain a consistent corporate image in points of sale, chains, promotional actions or marketing campaigns. Customization allows the bag to be adapted to the logo, colors and visual style of the brand.

What information should I prepare before requesting a quote?

It is advisable to define the approximate size, the preferred material, the number of units, the design or logo available, the type of printing, the color of the handle and the intended use of the bag. This data helps to assess the most suitable option for the project.

Can an image or design be printed in a lot of detail?

Yes. In addition to flexographic printing up to 8 colors per side, CMYK four-color printing is available with photographic quality, suitable for designs with images, gradients or more complex graphic compositions.

Which material to choose if I want a more natural or sustainable image?

Hawanna 100% recycled plain kraft can fit into brands looking for a more natural, sober aesthetic or linked to visual sustainability. Natural white cellulose may be more suitable when a clean graphic reproduction or a brighter corporate image is prioritized.

When to choose a flat handle bag vs. a twisted handle bag?

The bag with a flat handle is suitable when looking for a practical, functional solution aimed at recurring commercial uses. The bag with a twisted handle is usually chosen when the presentation and brand perception have the most weight in the delivery experience.