Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5" (1000 pcs)

1. Product Overview of Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5"

The Lumapack 8.5 x 8.5" kraft square paper bag is a medium-format paper bag designed for everyday food and retail packaging use, suitable for cafés, bakeries, delis, and foodservice operations. With a 216 mm × 216 mm opening, the bag provides reliable capacity for sandwiches, pastries, confectionery, and takeaway snacks that require a clean, professional presentation.

The square format is well suited to items with a consistent footprint — baked goods, boxed confectionery, deli-wrapped products, and similarly shaped retail items — where the bag opening aligns naturally with the contents. This avoids excess movement or collapse during service and counter handover.

Each bag is made from durable kraft paper, giving a natural brown finish that suits both branded and unbranded environments. The material is food contact safe, BPA-free, and manufactured without added PFAS. Compatible with standard counter and kitchen workflows, the bags are supplied flat for compact storage.

Each case contains 1,000 bags (SKU: LP51602).

2. Typical Foodservice Uses for Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5"

The 8.5 x 8.5" format is commonly selected where a mid-size bag is needed for individual food items and light retail products. The square opening fits a wide range of typical formats found in café, bakery, and deli settings.

Common applications include:

• Sandwiches and deli-wrapped items prepared at café counters and deli operations, where a clean and quick handover bag is required at point of sale
• Pastries, croissants, and baked goods from bakeries and café kitchens, where the square opening accommodates the natural shape of most pastry formats
• Confectionery and packaged snacks from retail and foodservice counters, where individual portions are bagged for takeaway
• Light meal formats such as wraps, flatbreads, and folded items produced by quick-service restaurants and street food operators
• Retail and artisan products such as small gifts, packaged biscuits, and speciality food items where a kraft finish supports a natural, premium presentation

This size sits between the 7 x 7" and 10 x 10" formats, making it a practical mid-range option for operators who require a bag that handles more than a small snack but does not require the full capacity of a larger carry bag.

3. Operational Benefits of Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5" for Cafés, Bakeries, and Deli Operations

• Ships flat for compact storage: Bags are supplied flat-packed, reducing the storage footprint in back-of-house environments and allowing high case quantities to be held in standard shelving or dry-goods areas.
• Consistent sizing for standardised operations: The 216 mm × 216 mm opening provides a uniform format that supports consistent counter service across shifts and locations, reducing variation at the point of packing.
• Suitable for takeaway and delivery: The bag is designed for standard foodservice handover workflows, including counter service and click-and-collect operations where individual items are bagged at the point of collection.
• Printable exterior surface: The kraft exterior surface is suitable for custom logo and branding printing, supporting operators who wish to apply their own brand identity to everyday packaging.
• Versatile across food and retail formats: The square footprint and mid-size capacity accommodate a wide range of items, reducing the need to stock multiple bag sizes for similar products.

4. Materials, Food Safety & Compliance of Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5"

Lumapack kraft square paper bags are produced using paper-based materials selected to meet standard foodservice performance and compliance requirements.

Material composition

• Base material: responsibly sourced kraft paper
• Finish: natural kraft brown
• No PE lining — the bag is a plain paper construction

Food contact compliance

• Food contact safe — suitable for direct contact with food under standard foodservice conditions
• BPA-free
• No PFAS added

Material sourcing

• Paper materials are sourced from responsibly managed sources
• Specific sustainability certifications should be confirmed where compliance documentation is required

Recyclability

• Recyclable where clean — suitable for paper recycling streams when not heavily soiled or grease-saturated
• Plant-based materials — made entirely from paper with no plastic lining or film
• Renewable materials — kraft paper is derived from managed forestry, without fossil-derived components

5. What Sets These Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5" from Lumapack Apart

Lumapack supplies these bags as part of a coordinated range of deli and sandwich bags available in three sizes — 7 x 7", 8.5 x 8.5", and 10 x 10" — in both kraft and white sulphite finishes. Operators can standardise on a single supplier across the full range of their counter bag requirements, simplifying procurement and maintaining consistent material specification across formats.

Kraft and white options across all sizes

All three square bag sizes are available in kraft and white sulphite, allowing operators to use the same bag format with different finish preferences — natural kraft for a more artisan presentation or white sulphite for a cleaner, neutral base.

Complementary bag formats available

For operators requiring greaseproof performance — for example, with pastries, fried items, or oily deli products — Lumapack also supplies Kraft Greaseproof Bags and White Greaseproof Bags in matching 8.5 x 8.5" and other sizes. Film front variants are available for display purposes.

Fast UK delivery

Orders are generally delivered within 2–3 working days via DPD. Free UK delivery applies on orders over £99. Free samples are available to confirm sizing and material suitability before committing to a full case.

6. Ordering, Delivery & Support Services from Lumapack

Lumapack supplies foodservice and retail packaging across the UK with services designed for commercial kitchen and counter operations.

Ordering and delivery

• Free UK delivery on orders over £99
• Standard delivery: generally within 2–3 working days via DPD
• Tracking is available for eligible shipments; dispatch notification is sent when the order ships
• Orders can be placed online or via direct contact with the Lumapack team

Returns

Faulty items are eligible for replacement or refund. Returns of non-faulty goods are considered at Lumapack's discretion; eligible items must be unopened and in their original condition. A 20% administrative fee applies to approved non-faulty returns. Customers are responsible for the cost of returning goods.

Custom branding

Lumapack offers custom-branded packaging, including print on the exterior surface of bags. Minimum order quantities and lead times apply and are confirmed during the specification process.

Bulk and wholesale orders

Lumapack supports bulk and wholesale ordering for businesses, with pallet delivery and repeat supply options available for higher-volume operations.

Customer support

• WhatsApp (message only): +44 7784 080255 — Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm GMT
• Email: sales@lumapack.co
• Contact form
• FAQs

7. Lumapack – Your Trusted Supplier for Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5"

Lumapack is a UK-based foodservice packaging supplier supporting independent cafés, bakeries, delis, multi-site operators, and catering businesses. The range covers paper bags, food packaging, cups, and accessories, supplied with fast dispatch and reliable stock availability.

• UK-based business: Lumapack operates from the UK, with stock held domestically to support fast and reliable delivery to UK customers.
• Responsible sourcing approach: Lumapack prioritises responsibly sourced, plant-based materials and works with manufacturing partners aligned with recognised sustainability practices, without overstating environmental claims.
• Plastic-free packaging supply: Kraft square paper bags are manufactured without plastic liners or film components, supporting operators who are reducing plastic use across their packaging range.
• Consistent stock availability: Standard case quantities are held in stock for fast dispatch, supporting operational planning and repeat ordering cycles.

8. Frequently Asked Questions about Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5"

Are these bags suitable for direct food contact?

Yes. The bags are food contact safe, BPA-free, and manufactured without added PFAS. They are suitable for direct contact with food under standard foodservice conditions.

Are these bags recyclable?

Yes, where clean. Kraft paper bags are suitable for paper recycling streams when not heavily soiled or grease-saturated. For heavily oily or greasy products, consider the Kraft Greaseproof Bags range instead.

What size are the bags?

The opening measures 216 mm × 216 mm (8.5 x 8.5 inches). This is a medium square format, between the 7 x 7" and 10 x 10" sizes in the same range.

How many bags are included per case?

Each case contains 1,000 bags.

Are the bags suitable for hot food?

These are plain kraft paper bags without a PE or greaseproof lining. They are suited to dry and lightly moist food items such as sandwiches, pastries, and packaged goods. For hot fried items or grease-heavy food, the Kraft Greaseproof Bags range is more appropriate.

Can I get free samples before ordering?

Yes. Contact the Lumapack team to request samples before committing to a full case quantity.

Can I have these bags custom printed with my branding?

Yes. The printable exterior surface supports custom logo and branding printing. Contact Lumapack directly for specifications, minimum order quantities, and lead times.

9. Related Products for Kraft Square Paper Bags 8.5 x 8.5"

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With a food contact safe kraft construction, plant-based materials, and a consistent square format across three sizes, the Lumapack 8.5 x 8.5" kraft square paper bag is a practical and reliable packaging choice for cafés, bakeries, delis, and foodservice operators. Backed by fast UK delivery and Lumapack's full range of complementary bag formats, it supports everyday counter and takeaway operations with minimal complexity.