Folded paper handles are reinforced to either the outside or inside of the bag.

Twisted paper handles are reinforced to the inside of the bag, and are the most common handles for paper bags.

A racetrack or other style hole is cut through the back and front single walls of a paper bag. No extra reinforcement.

Cotton, jute, or synthetic braided and woven materials are secured to inside of bag with a knot.

A racetrack, round, kidney shaped, or other style hole is cut through the back and front single walls of a plastic bag. The punched out handle has no reinforcement. Most common in high density poly bags.

The top of a single wall plastic bag is folded over and sealed to the inside of the bag. This provides two layers of plastic for additional support and strength to the die cut handle. Most common in low density poly bags.

Patch Handle bags have a separate piece of plastic welded to the back of the die cut handle to provide reinforced handle strength.

The top of a die cut handle is left uncut, creating a hinge effect.

Draw tape bags give an elegant look yet are
tough and strong. The advantage of using draw tape instead of draw cord, is that draw tape or plastic draw is 100% recyclable. Once the draw tape is cinched shut, it keeps items from falling out of bag.

This popular bag can be cinched shut by pulling a cotton drawstring cord.

A drawstring cord allows the handle to be carried over the shoulder.

Rigid plastic handles which snap together for safety of bag contents.

Named for their Tee-shirt like appearance these bag handles can be tied to close the bag.

Soft loop handle bags have a foldover cuff for extra strength. This bag is easy to carry because of the oversized handles.

Rigid plastic handles are riveted to a reinforced cardboard top.