What Are Paper Bags Used For?

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What Are Paper Bags Used For? Paper bags are versatile and durable bags made from pulped paper. They can be folded and glued to create a variety of shapes. The ream’s base weight is the weight in pounds of one ream. It is a measure of the thickness and amount of paper used to produce the bag. Basic duty bags are 30 lbs and under. Heavy-duty bags are 50 lbs and over. Gussets are a decorative fold at the bottom of the bag that allows the bag to expand when filled with items.

Paper bags are renewable, and cellulose fiber from wood is an abundant, renewable resource. There have been environmental concerns about clearcutting, but this concern has been addressed by manufacturers. Paper bags are biodegradable, meaning that they break down after two to five months of use. They are also free


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