JUTE BAGS : SAVIOUR OF ENVIRONMENT


INTRODUCTION

WHAT IS JUTE?

Plastic bags have played a significant role in the pollution of the environment. While they are durable, they are not biodegradable which makes them almost impossible to safely dispose of. Researchers and scientists have tirelessly worked to find alternative fibres that can replace not only plastic but other synthetic fibres without as much damage to the environment.

Jute, also known as the “golden fibre’ – a natural fibre has provided a reprieve. It’s used to make a variety of items which include sacks, curtains, furniture accessories and rustic looking jute bags.

The fibre is made from plants with long, soft and shiny fibres spun into strong but coarse threads. This one of a kind fibre which is second to cotton in terms of production provides an alternative to synthetic fibres and materials like plastic.




HISTORY OF JUTE

In 17G3, The British East India Company exported 100 tons of jute becoming the first company to trade jute. The Flax spinners in Dundee, Scotland where the shipment was headed were anxious to know if the fibre could be processed mechanically.

By the early 1800s, the Dundee Spinners had learned how to spin jute yarn. The jute industry in Dundee grew and so did the demand and export of raw jute from the

Indian sub-continent.

Despite the industry being vibrant, it wasn’t until 1855 when the first Jute Mill was established at Rishra and five other mills were opened in quick succession.The main products produced at the time using the jute fibre were bagging materials. Over the years and with more experience, finer fabrics like burlap and hessian were also produced.



BENEFITS OF USING JUTE BAGS

Let us see the reasons for using jute bags and products.






Durability and Longevity – Jute fibers are very popular for their strength. Heavy ropes are also made from jute with high tensile strength. Jute bags are


suitable to carry heavy objects. If you have a grocery store then use jute bags to give away your items. These bags are long lasting and would go for several months.



Eco Friendly – Jute plants help the environment by consuming carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. It can produce 11 tons of O2 and consume 15 tons of CO2 in only a few months. This crop also doesn’t need pesticides to grow, so you won’t be buying a tainted product. After harvesting, more jute can be planted in the same area, as jute enriches the soil it grows in




Brand Promotion – Brand promotion is a great way to use these outstanding bags along with other jute products. Due to supreme quality with the laminates surface, we print different designs and give to our customers. Use it as a take away as they can use this jute bag for their daily usage. Store owners can do it while giving products like flowers, cosmetics, etc. And promote their brand through bags. People would notice the name printed on the bag and be aware of your company.



Selling – Jute products can be used for selling and reselling purposes.

Customize some bags for their stores and sell these ecofriendly bags to customers. Designer jute bags are sold as bench bags as they can easily carry these bags to a bench or picnic. Small scale businesses can also sell out these bags and make much more profit from it.




Nature Friendly – First most of all, jute bags and products are purely eco- friendly. Jute fibers are the natural vegetable fiber that is extracted from

plants directly. With much tedious process, the fibers are shaped into bags.

These are biodegradable and completely disposable. When decomposed

jute fibers give nutrients to the soil, then it’s not harmful for our environment in any way.



Giveaway bags – Store owners can use these bags to sell out their products. Use jute bags to pack products. Jute bags are spacious, so if you sell books or clothes your products would be safe. Add brand name on these products


and promote business through them. Durability of these bags gives them an edge over industrial and electrical heavy appliances too.



Gifting purpose – Popular option for gifting is jute bags you can Get these bags customized with prints and ceremony or a host to make it more

memorable. Give gift hampers in these eco-friendly bags after the event and show guests your grand gestures. Event planners can include jute bags for ceremonies and decorate the venue as well.




Affordable – With numerous advantages jute bags seem to be very

beneficial for a lot of purposes. Use these bags for any occasion. These are affordable as they are pocket friendly. Also available abundantly. These are very economical and can be obtained in bulk.



G. Versatile – Nonetheless, jute bags are very versatile, as these can be mixed with natural fibers, like cotton which enhance the quality of bags. We introduce a new range of bags that are made from both jute and cotton called juco bags. It has a pretty amazing quality. Use these bags for trade shows, CSR activities or sell them in handcrafted items category.




Stylish – These come in various sizes, shapes, designs and different varieties. From big to small, from wallets to bottle bags. Each item has different colors, prints and unique colors like olive green, orange, blue, red and many more different colors. It makes them stylish and could be paired with outfits accordingly. Use at environment preservation events and stand out from the rest with it.




JUTE BAGS OVER PLASTIC BAGS :

The use of jute bags instead of plastic bags has many advantages, including:



Jute bags are durable.

Jute has a very low CO2 footprint

Jute has a very low water footprint

Jute has a very low ecological footprint

Jute is Cradle to Cradle

Jute bags are biodegradable and 100% compostable

Jute bags are extremely strong.

Jute bags are reusable and therefore environmentally friendly.

Jute bags are hip and trendy




CONCLUSION

Jute bags are not only biodegradable but also durable, which makes them a great option for carrying heavy items. For example, this can include heavy work documents or grocery shopping. This means that the initial life span for your jute

bag will outlast many single-use plastic bags. The durable material also means you will be able to use your jute bag for other uses, or the bag can be recycled and made into something else. For example, if you had a tote jute bag, you could take the material and make it into a sustainable decoration for your home. Or, you could use the material for a future work project, for example, rope, twine and matting.



In summary, jute bags are an eco-friendly choice as they are biodegradable, durable, and can be reused multiple times. Our jute bags come in a range of colours and sizes and can be screen printed up to six colours.



Get in touch with a member of our team here at Cotton Bag Co who can talk you through the best options for your business or event. We have a wide range of bags available with many p

rinting and delivery options so you’re sure to find something that suits your requirements!



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