In short: Most boutiques and retail chains order die-cut handle bags in three sizes: 25 x 35 cm for tops and small gifts, 30 x 40 cm for folded apparel and shoe boxes, and 40 x 50 cm with a bottom gusset for outerwear and multi-item purchases. Use 0.06 mm LDPE for the small sizes and 0.08-0.10 mm with a patch handle for the large ones. Each printed design in each size needs a minimum order of 5,000 pcs.
Standard Die-Cut Handle Bag Sizes by Retail Use
| Size (W x H) | Bottom gusset | Thickness | Typical contents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 x 30 cm | None | 0.05-0.06 mm | Cosmetics, jewelry boxes, phone accessories |
| 25 x 35 cm | None | 0.06 mm | 1-2 folded tops, books, small gift boxes |
| 30 x 40 cm | None or 5 cm | 0.06-0.08 mm | 2-3 garments, sneaker box, gift sets |
| 35 x 45 cm | 6-8 cm | 0.08 mm | Boot box, hoodies, denim, boxed homeware |
| 40 x 50 cm | 8-10 cm | 0.08-0.10 mm | Coats, 4-6 garments, large boxed gifts |
| 50 x 60 cm | 10 cm | 0.10 mm | Bedding, bulk purchases, oversize boxes |
Width is measured flat; height includes the handle zone. All sizes of our die-cut handle shopping bags print on clear, milky white or solid colored LDPE.
How to Size a Bag From Your Product
- Width: product width plus 3-4 cm, plus the full gusset depth if the item is boxed.
- Height: product height plus 10-12 cm. The handle hole sits 3-4 cm below the top edge and needs 6-8 cm of empty film above the product.
- Gusset: match it to the box depth so the bag stands square. Soft goods need none.
Thickness and Handle Reinforcement
At 0.06 mm, a plain LDPE die-cut handle carries 2-3 kg. From 35 x 45 cm upward, specify 0.08-0.10 mm plus either a folded top hem (2-3 cm of film folded back and welded, so the handle is two layers thick) or a patch handle (a reinforcing strip welded around the hole); both carry 4-5 kg. The LDPE versus HDPE choice is covered in our die-cut handle bag material guide.
Printing Specs Boutiques Actually Use
- Solid colored film (pink, black, white) with a 1-color logo or “Thank You” print on both faces, the most-ordered boutique format, as on the Thank You die-cut handle bags.
- Clear or milky white film with a 2-color logo front and back, where the product should stay visible.
- Full-face print in up to 10 Pantone-matched colors for chain stores and seasonal campaigns, as on our custom printed die-cut handle bags with logo.
- Keep artwork 2 cm from the handle hole and 1.5 cm from the side seals.
Ordering Quantities and Size Mixes
The 5,000 pcs minimum applies per design per size, so a two-size program with the same artwork is 10,000 pcs. Most brands launch with 30 x 40 cm, then add 20 x 30 cm for accessories and 40 x 50 cm for outerwear. Bags are packed 100 pcs per bundle, 1,000-2,000 pcs per export carton.
FAQ
What is the most common die-cut handle bag size for clothing boutiques?
The most common size is 30 x 40 cm in 0.06-0.08 mm LDPE, which holds 2-3 folded garments or a sneaker box without a gusset.
What size die-cut bag fits a shoe box?
A standard sneaker box (about 33 x 20 x 12 cm) fits a 35 x 45 cm bag with a 6-8 cm bottom gusset, 0.08 mm film and a patch handle.
How much weight can a die-cut handle bag hold?
A plain 0.06 mm LDPE die-cut handle holds 2-3 kg; a 0.08-0.10 mm bag with a patch or folded-hem handle holds 4-5 kg.
Do I need a bottom gusset on a die-cut handle bag?
Only for boxed items: a gusset equal to the box depth lets the bag stand square and keeps the side seals from stretching.
Custom Die-Cut Handle Bags From Heyi Custom Bags
Heyi Custom Bags makes die-cut handle bags in Dongguan, China and Haiphong, Vietnam for brands, wholesalers and retail chains buying by volume: film 0.01-0.2 mm, up to 10 Pantone-matched colors, PCR recycled or single-material PE options, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and GRS certified. MOQ is 5,000 pcs per design, production takes 15-25 days after artwork approval, and we ship directly to the USA, UK, Canada, Australia and the EU. Send product dimensions and size mix through the custom handle bags quote form, or compare handle styles first in our guide to die-cut, soft loop and T-shirt handle bags.