Looking for custom packaging in Bangalore? Whether you need printed paper bags for your retail store, branded cake boxes for your bakery, or product labels for your packaged goods, this guide covers every packaging option available — materials, printing methods, food-safe choices, and pricing — to help you find the right solution for your business.
At Printigly, we have been printing custom packaging for businesses across Bangalore for over 40 years. From neighbourhood bakeries ordering cake boxes to large FMCG brands needing thousands of product boxes and labels, we handle every order with the same commitment to quality. Our facility is equipped with both offset and digital printing technology, delivering sharp, vibrant packaging — whether you need 100 pieces or 100,000.
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Types of Custom Packaging We Print
The right packaging depends on your product, your industry, and how customers interact with it. A clothing boutique needs sturdy paper bags with rope handles; a bakery needs food-safe cake boxes with grease-resistant lining. Below is every packaging product we offer:
| Product | Best For | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Printed Paper Bags | Retail stores, boutiques, gift shops | Rs.12/piece |
| Kraft Paper Bags | Eco-friendly retail, organic stores | Rs.8/piece |
| Laminated Paper Bags | Premium retail, luxury brands | Rs.18/piece |
| Paper Bags | General purpose, daily use | Rs.5/piece |
| Thamboolam Gift Bags | Weddings, poojas, religious events | Rs.10/piece |
| Take Away Bags | Restaurants, cloud kitchens, cafes | Rs.6/piece |
| Cake Boxes | Bakeries, home bakers, patisseries | Rs.15/piece |
| Cake Bags | Single-serve pastries, cupcakes | Rs.5/piece |
| Dosa Box | South Indian restaurants, takeaway counters | Rs.4/piece |
| Idli Packing Boxes | Tiffin centres, catering services | Rs.3/piece |
| Product Boxes | E-commerce, consumer goods, gifts | Rs.20/piece |
| Custom Labels | Product branding, jars, bottles, pouches | Rs.1/piece |
Every product is fully customisable — you choose the size, material, print design, and quantity. WhatsApp us if you are unsure which type suits your business.
Paper Bags Guide — Kraft vs. Laminated vs. Printed
Paper bags are the most commonly ordered packaging item across industries. Choosing the right type of paper bag depends on what you are packaging, the weight it needs to carry, and the impression you want to create. Here is a detailed comparison of the three main categories:
Kraft Paper Bags
Kraft paper bags are made from unbleached brown paper with a natural, earthy appearance. They are sturdy, biodegradable, and cost-effective — making them the top choice for eco-conscious businesses. Available in weights from 80 GSM to 200 GSM, the heavier variants carry up to 5–6 kg without tearing. These bags accept single-colour and multi-colour printing, though the brown background means colours appear slightly muted compared to white paper. Widely used by organic food stores, handmade product sellers, and clothing boutiques across Bangalore.
Laminated Paper Bags
Laminated paper bags feature a thin plastic or BOPP film coating over the printed surface. The lamination protects the print from smudging and moisture while giving the bag a premium glossy or matte finish. Laminated bags are significantly more durable than uncoated bags and are the preferred choice for jewellery stores, luxury fashion brands, and premium gift shops. The lamination also allows for special finishes such as spot UV coating, foil stamping, and embossing.
Custom Printed Paper Bags
Custom printed paper bags are made from white or coloured art paper and printed with your full-colour design. The white base allows colours to reproduce accurately and vividly. Available with twisted paper handles, ribbon handles, or rope handles. Custom printed bags are ideal for retail brands that want their packaging to double as a marketing tool — every customer carrying your bag is a walking advertisement for your business.
| Feature | Kraft Paper Bags | Laminated Paper Bags | Custom Printed Bags |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Material | Brown kraft paper | Art paper + lamination | White/coloured art paper |
| Durability | Good | Excellent | Good to very good |
| Print Quality | Muted colours on brown | Sharp, protected by film | Vibrant, full-colour |
| Eco-Friendly | Fully biodegradable | Partially (lamination layer) | Recyclable |
| Cost | Rs.8–15/piece | Rs.18–35/piece | Rs.12–25/piece |
| Best For | Organic, artisanal brands | Luxury, premium retail | General retail, branding |
Food Packaging — Cake Boxes, Dosa Boxes, Idli Boxes & Takeaway Bags
Food packaging has specific requirements that go beyond appearance. The materials must be food-safe, grease-resistant, and sturdy enough to protect the contents during transport. At Printigly, we print food packaging for bakeries, restaurants, cloud kitchens, catering services, and home-based food businesses across Bangalore. Here is a breakdown of our food packaging products:
Cake Boxes
Custom cake boxes are available in standard sizes — 0.5 kg, 1 kg, 2 kg, and 3 kg — as well as custom dimensions for specialty cakes. Made from food-grade white card stock (300–350 GSM) with a grease-resistant inner coating. Full-colour printing on the exterior showcases your bakery brand. We also offer windowed cake boxes with a transparent PET window. Boxes come flat-packed for easy storage and fold into shape in seconds.
Cake Bags
Cake bags are a lighter, more economical alternative to boxes for single pastries, cupcakes, cookies, and small baked items. They are made from food-safe paper with a grease-resistant lining and can be printed with your bakery logo and brand colours. Cake bags are popular among home bakers who sell at exhibitions, pop-up markets, and through online delivery platforms.
Dosa Boxes & Idli Packing Boxes
Dosa boxes are designed with extra length to accommodate folded dosas without breaking them, featuring ventilation slots that release steam and prevent sogginess. Idli packing boxes are compartmentalised to hold individual idlis securely during delivery. Both are made from food-grade materials and printed with your restaurant or brand name.
Takeaway Bags
Takeaway bags are the workhorse of food service packaging. Made from sturdy kraft or white paper with reinforced bottoms, they carry containers, boxes, and bottles without tearing. Printed with your restaurant logo and contact details, every delivery order becomes a branding opportunity. Available with flat or twisted paper handles in sizes from single meals to family packs.
Product Labels & Stickers for Packaging
Custom labels and stickers are essential for any packaged product — carrying your brand identity, ingredient lists, barcodes, and regulatory information. We print labels on a range of materials to suit different surfaces and environments:
- Paper labels — The most economical option. Best for dry products, jars, and cartons stored in room-temperature environments. Available in matte, gloss, and kraft finishes.
- BOPP labels — Waterproof and tear-resistant. Ideal for bottles, cosmetics, and any packaging exposed to moisture. Maintains appearance even in refrigerated conditions.
- Vinyl labels — Extremely durable and weather-resistant. Used for outdoor products and industrial containers where long-term adhesion is critical.
- Transparent labels — Clear BOPP or PET film that creates a “no-label” look. Popular for premium beverages, cosmetics, and artisanal food products.
- Seal stickers — Small round or oval stickers to seal bags, wrapping, or boxes. They serve as tamper-evident closures for food products.
Labels are printed in rolls or sheets depending on your application method — sheets for hand application, rolls for automatic labelling machines. Minimum order starts at 100 pieces for digital printing and 1,000 pieces for offset or flexo printing.
Eco-Friendly Packaging Options
Sustainability is no longer optional — it is a business requirement. Customers across Bangalore actively prefer brands that use eco-friendly packaging, and single-use plastic bans are already in effect across Karnataka. Here are the sustainable packaging options we offer:
- Unbleached kraft paper bags and boxes — Made from recycled or sustainably sourced paper with no chemical bleaching. Fully biodegradable and compostable.
- Soy-based and vegetable-based inks — An alternative to petroleum-based inks that produces equally vibrant colours while being significantly less harmful to the environment.
- Recycled paper stock — Available in various weights and finishes. The distinctive texture is used intentionally by many premium brands as part of their sustainable identity.
- Water-based coatings — Instead of plastic lamination, aqueous coatings provide moisture protection and a subtle sheen without adding a non-biodegradable layer.
- Compostable food packaging — Our food-grade paper boxes and bags break down in composting conditions within 90 days — important for restaurants and cloud kitchens generating large volumes of packaging waste.
Mention your sustainability goals when requesting a quote and we will recommend the most eco-friendly combination of materials, inks, and finishes for your product.
Pricing Overview
Pricing depends on material, size, print complexity, and order quantity. Below is a general guide for commonly ordered products. All prices include full-colour printing with your custom design.
| Product | 100 pcs | 250 pcs | 500 pcs | 1000 pcs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kraft Paper Bags (Small) | Rs.900 | Rs.2,000 | Rs.3,500 | Rs.6,000 |
| Custom Printed Paper Bags (Medium) | Rs.1,400 | Rs.3,000 | Rs.5,500 | Rs.10,000 |
| Laminated Paper Bags (Medium) | Rs.2,000 | Rs.4,500 | Rs.8,000 | Rs.14,000 |
| Cake Boxes (1 kg size) | Rs.1,800 | Rs.3,800 | Rs.6,500 | Rs.11,000 |
| Dosa Boxes | Rs.500 | Rs.1,000 | Rs.1,800 | Rs.3,200 |
| Idli Packing Boxes | Rs.400 | Rs.850 | Rs.1,500 | Rs.2,600 |
| Take Away Bags (Medium) | Rs.700 | Rs.1,500 | Rs.2,800 | Rs.5,000 |
| Product Boxes (Custom Size) | Rs.2,500 | Rs.5,500 | Rs.9,500 | Rs.16,000 |
| Custom Labels (per 100 pcs) | Rs.200 | Rs.400 | Rs.700 | Rs.1,200 |
| Thamboolam Gift Bags | Rs.1,200 | Rs.2,500 | Rs.4,500 | Rs.8,000 |
Prices are indicative and vary based on exact size, material, print coverage, and special finishes (lamination, foil stamping, embossing). WhatsApp us for an exact quote based on your specific requirements.
Bulk discount: Orders above 2,000 pieces qualify for volume pricing. For quantities above 5,000, we switch to offset printing which brings per-piece costs down by 25–40%. Recurring monthly orders receive special contract rates — ideal for restaurants, bakeries, and e-commerce businesses that need packaging on an ongoing basis.
Why Choose Printigly for Custom Packaging in Bangalore
- 40+ years of printing expertise — In the printing business since 1984. Four decades of experience means fewer mistakes, better colour accuracy, and reliable delivery every time.
- Complete packaging range under one roof — Bags, boxes, labels, stickers, and food packaging — all printed in our Bangalore facility. One order, one point of contact, one delivery.
- Food-safe materials — All food packaging is made from food-grade paper and card stock with food-safe inks that comply with FSSAI packaging guidelines.
- Custom sizes and designs — We create custom dies and print to your exact specifications — no standard templates forced on you.
- Both digital and offset printing — Small runs (under 500 pieces) printed digitally for fast turnaround. Large runs on offset presses for the lowest per-unit cost.
- In-house design support — Our design team can create your packaging artwork from scratch at a nominal charge.
- Fast turnaround — Paper bags and labels ready in 2–3 business days. Custom boxes take 4–7 business days. Rush orders available.
- Free delivery in Bangalore — Orders above Rs.1,500 qualify for free delivery anywhere in Bangalore. Pan-India shipping also available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for custom packaging?
For digital printing, you can order as few as 50 to 100 pieces — ideal for testing a new design. For offset printing, the practical minimum is 500 pieces for bags and boxes, and 1,000 pieces for labels. Most bakeries and restaurants start with 250–500 pieces and scale up once satisfied with the quality.
Are your food packaging materials safe for direct food contact?
Yes, all our food packaging products — cake boxes, dosa boxes, idli boxes, takeaway bags, and cake bags — are made from food-grade paper and card stock with food-safe inks and grease-resistant coatings. The materials comply with FSSAI packaging guidelines and are suitable for direct contact with dry, oily, and semi-moist food items. Share any specific regulatory requirements and we will confirm material compatibility before printing.
Can I order custom sizes for bags, boxes, and labels?
Absolutely. You can specify the exact length, width, height, and flap size for boxes; the width, height, and gusset depth for bags; and any shape for labels (rectangular, round, oval, or die-cut to a custom outline). Custom sizes require a new cutting die with a one-time cost of Rs.500–2,000. The die is stored in our facility and reused for all future orders at no additional charge.
How long does it take to print custom packaging in Bangalore?
Standard paper bags and labels are ready in 2–3 business days. Custom-size boxes and food packaging take 4–7 business days. Large offset runs (above 5,000 pieces) may take 7–10 business days. Rush printing is available — standard bags and labels within 24–48 hours at a priority charge. Turnaround begins after design approval and payment confirmation.
Do you offer eco-friendly packaging options?
Yes, we offer a full range of eco-friendly packaging solutions including unbleached kraft bags and boxes (fully biodegradable), recycled paper stock, soy-based inks, and water-based coatings that replace plastic lamination. Our food packaging is compostable and breaks down within 90 days. We also print on FSC-certified paper. Let us know your sustainability goals and we will recommend the greenest option for your requirements.
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