How to choose paper for your custom shopping bags? Kraft VS Coated Art Paper

When you order custom paper bags, picking the right paper makes a huge difference in strength, eco-friendliness and printing effect.We often get this question from our brand buyers: Kraft paper or coated paper?

🌿 Kraft Paper✅ Eco: Natural long fiber, fully recyclable & biodegradable. No extra coating layer, easier to meet global green packaging rules.✅ Strength: Higher tear resistance. Even thin 80–100gsm kraft is tough, great for regular shopping use.✅ Style: Natural rustic texture, perfect for organic, coffee, bakery, casual brands.⚠️ Note: CMYK printing on natural kraft will look darker, not as bright as coated paper.

✨ Coated Art Paper✅ Eco: Recyclable, but the coating slows down biodegradation.✅ Strength: Medium strength. It is smooth, excellent for vivid, sharp CMYK full-color printing. Best for premium retail, perfume, fashion brands.⚠️ Note: It tears easier than kraft under heavy load, usually needs lamination for extra protection.

👉 Quick guide:✅ Go for kraft → if sustainability, budget & tear resistance are your priority✅ Go for coated paper → if you need super bright, high-definition artwork & luxury brand look

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