Black paper bags with handles made from strong 100 gsm recyclable kraft paper. These luxury-look matte black carrier bags feature colour-matched twisted paper handles and a flat block bottom so they stand upright while you pack. Each bag is 100 % recyclable in normal UK paper/card recycling when clean and dry – a plastic-free, eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastic carrier bags.

Perfect for: boutiques, salons, barbers, cosmetics and skincare brands, jewellers, gift shops, premium streetwear stores, candle makers, corporate gifting and event planners. Black paper bags give a smart, elegant presentation for product handover, aftercare packs, thank-you gifts and VIP goodie bags.

We hold UK stock in Manchester. Order small packs for single events or large trade quantities. Same-day dispatch before 5 pm (Mon–Fri) with DPD Next Day or Royal Mail Tracked 24. Free UK Mainland delivery on £100+ orders. Click & Collect from 10A Locket Street, Manchester, M8 8EE (Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00, Sun 11:00–18:00). VAT invoice with every order. Rated Excellent on Trustpilot for product quality and delivery speed.

Key features of our black kraft paper carrier bags

• 100 gsm kraft paper: sturdy and durable for daily retail use.
• Twisted paper handles: colour-matched and reinforced for comfort & strength.
• Flat block bottom: stands upright for easy packing of cosmetics, clothing or candles.
• Capacity: holds up to 8 kg in normal use.
• Food safe: suitable for boxed or wrapped bakery items and deli tubs (use a liner for oily food).
• Eco-friendly: recyclable, plastic-free and sustainable. See Recycle Now, WRAP UK and GOV.UK for UK recycling guidance.
• Available in small or bulk packs: 10–30 event packs or trade boxes of 50–10 000+.

Which size black paper bag do I need?

All dimensions are Length × Width × Depth (L × W × D) shown in cm and inches:

Download our full Paper Bag Size Guide (PDF): includes all sizes, typical uses and who usually orders each size.
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Trade & bulk supply

We supply from 200 bags up to 10 000+ for salons, boutiques, cosmetic brands, barbershops and corporate events. For your best trade quote, download our Bulk Order / Trade Enquiry Form (PDF) or WhatsApp us on +44 7450 981838. All orders include a VAT invoice.

Delivery & service

Same-day dispatch before 5 pm (Mon–Fri) from our Manchester warehouse by DPD Next Day or Royal Mail Tracked 24. Free UK Mainland delivery on £100+ orders. Click & Collect available at 10A Locket Street, Manchester, M8 8EE (Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00, Sun 11:00–18:00).

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