Stands open
Square base pops open. Pack with one hand on a busy line.
Custom SOS Bags
Custom SOS bags are self-opening square paper bags — a rectangular base that pops open and stands on the counter. They are a construction, not a food type. Use them when you need a bag that stands, not a handled grocery sack.
Online purchase for standard sizes will be available soon. Use Custom size to request a quote.
Best for
Counters that need a bag that stands open; delis; bakeries; takeout that sits while you pack.
Not ideal for
Long handled grocery carry; a flat pastry bag; a zip pouch.
How it is used
Open square mouth. Stands on its own.
Protection
Paper SOS construction. Food-contact on request. Still not a wrap sheet.
SOS bags or kraft bags?
Choose this
Choose SOS when you need a self-opening square bottom that stands.
Choose the other
Choose kraft bags for a standard takeout bag without that square stand. See kraft bags
SOS bags or gusset bags?
Choose this
Choose SOS for a factory square self-opening bag.
Choose the other
Choose gusset bags when the side gusset is the feature you want to spec. See gusset bags
Consider instead
At a glance
Size
Square SOS cuts Self-opening base that stands.Material
SOS paper bag Construction, not a food name.MOQ
Quoted by quantity Low minimum. Tiers on your quote.Turnaround
5–7 days After you approve the proof.Shipping
Free in the USA Nothing prints until proof approval.Formats and uses
Deli counter
Sits while you finish the sandwich, then the order goes in.
Vs grocery
Grocery bags have long handles and a different carry. SOS stands on the board.
Vs gusset
Gusset adds volume. SOS is the self-opening square style.
Printing
Wide face when the bag is standing.
Food-contact
Carry. Wrap greasy food unless we spec otherwise.
Custom SOS bags that stand open on the counter
Custom SOS bags are self-opening square paper bags — a rectangular base that pops open and stands on the counter. They are a construction, not a food type. Use them when you need a bag that stands, not a handled grocery sack.
Why counters order SOS
Staff can pack with one hand when the bag stands by itself. That is the SOS job. Grocery bags add long handles for a market load. Gusset bags add width. SOS is the square that pops open.
Print sits on the wide face. Greasy food is still wrapped first unless we quote a food-contact inner.
Bag styles
Self-opening square base, open mouth. Usually no long handles. That standing base is the spec.
Sizes
Deli, bakery and takeout sizes. Send what you pack into the standing bag. Grocery-scale handled sacks are grocery bags.
Colours
Kraft or white. Kraft is the usual food-service SOS.
Printing
Wide-face logo. Proof at the bag size so the mark is not lost in the square fold.
Matching packaging
Kraft bags for standard takeout without the stand. Gusset bags when expandable sides are the spec. Takeout bags when the job is the restaurant ticket, SOS or not.
Food-contact
Yes as carry-out. Wrap greasy food first unless we quote a food-contact inner.
Common questions
What is an SOS bag?
Self-opening square: a paper bag with a rectangular base that pops open and stands. Staff can pack with one hand.
SOS or grocery bag?
Grocery bags are large handled sacks. SOS bags stand on the counter and are usually smaller. Different carry.
SOS or gusset bags?
SOS is a specific square self-opening style. Gusset bags are any bag with expandable sides. Overlap — tell us if you need the bag to stand.
Can I print my logo on SOS bags?
Yes. Print sits on the wide face. Proof at the bag size.
Are they for food?
Yes as carry-out. Wrap greasy food first unless we quote a food-contact inner.
How to order Custom SOS Bags
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Quote
Send size, quantity, print colors and artwork on this form. We reply with pricing.
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Free digital proof
You see the logo on the sheet within 24 hours. Nothing prints until you approve.
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Production
After written approval we print the run. Typical turnaround is 5–7 business days.
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Delivery
Ships free across the USA. Tracking once the order leaves.
Pay after you approve the proof. No plate fees on the quote.
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