The use of disposable plastic bags is restricted or banned in many countries and regions due to their environmental impact, including in many areas in Germany. This is to reduce environmental pollution caused by plastic bags. As far as disposable bags are concerned, paper shopping bags are in vogue. Reusable fabric bags are also being promoted. However, paper shopping bags are particularly suitable for fatty foods in the catering industry.

It doesn't matter whether paper bags have a handle or not - as long as it doesn't have an extra plastic coating. Many paper bags with handles are environmentally friendly and don't have a coating at all - you should look out for these.

The correct disposal of carrier bags depends on their material. Paper carrier bags can usually be safely disposed of in the waste paper bin. They are biodegradable and/or can be recycled. Plastic bags, on the other hand, do not belong in normal household waste.

In many regions, there are special collection points or recycling programs for plastic bags to minimize the environmental impact - but in the best case, single-use plastic bags are avoided altogether.

Choosing the right carrier bag depends on your needs and environmental considerations. Paper bags are more environmentally friendly than plastic bags and can be easily recycled. We generally recommend avoiding conventional plastic bags - there are numerous alternatives made of fabric and paper that are in no way inferior to the old plastic bags! The following considerations will help you find the perfect carrier bag:

1. What will the bags be used for? First of all, you need to make sure what the carrier bags you are giving to your customers will be used for. The heavier and more extensive the contents, the more stable the bag needs to be. Modern paper carrier bags are usually stable enough to transport food and drinks without any problems.

2. Which bags do the competition use? Therefore, you should be particularly careful to differentiate yourself from your competition: Which bags do they offer - and which ones can I invest in to give my customers an advantage?

3. What message do I want to convey? Ultimately, this idea goes hand in hand with the fact that you want to convey a message with your tote bags. If you invest in particularly sustainable bags, your customers should know about it. Printing the tote bags with your own design is of course ideal for this.

Printing carrier bags is a great way to advertise your restaurant business or create custom designs. Since most modern paper carrier bags are suitable for transporting food and drinks, here are some additional tips to ensure a smooth process when printing paper bags:

1. Choose the right material: Paper bags are good for printing colors and designs. Make sure the paper is of good quality to get a high-quality result.

2. Consider the design: Think about what you want to print on the tote bags. Simple and large designs are usually more effective in communicating your message.

3. Printing process: There are various printing processes such as screen printing, offset printing or digital printing. Choose the process that best suits your design and budget. Get sufficient advice!

4. Environmental aspects: Use environmentally friendly inks and materials to ensure that the printed tote bags are also environmentally friendly. Otherwise, buying a sustainable bag and printing on it in an environmentally harmful way would be a contradiction.

5. Choose a printing company: Find an experienced printing company that specializes in printing tote bags and can help you implement your ideas.