Custom logo printed PP nonwoven bags & PP woven bags
custom-logo PP nonwoven & PP woven bags with production/printing technique details
Executive summary — quick take
- PP nonwoven (spunbond) bags: typical wholesale ranges (depending on GSM, size, print and qty): ~$0.30–$1.50 per bag for 500–5,000+ orders; at higher volumes price falls to $0.20–$0.60. Turkish suppliers commonly quote ~€0.40–€1.00 for many standard specs at medium volumes. tigertextile.com.tr
- PP woven bags (woven polypropylene / laminated BOPP): used for heavier duty shopping bags and sacks — typical wholesale ranges: ~$0.10–$0.50 per bag for very large industrial volumes, $0.30–$1.00+ for custom retail-style laminated woven bags with multi-color printing at smaller MOQs. Large roll-to-roll production and rotary/flexo printing yield the lowest unit cost. tigertextile.com.tr
(Prices depend on bag size, GSM, lamination, print colors, print method, and order quantity — see details below.)
Material & construction basics (short)
- PP nonwoven (spunbond): manufactured by bonding polypropylene filaments into a fabric (typical weights 40–120 gsm for bags). Light, inexpensive, used for promo/grocery totes. Can be printed after fabrication (screen/flexo/heat transfer). tigertextile.com.tr
- PP woven: polypropylene tapes are woven into a fabric (similar to sacks); can be laminated with BOPP film for surface whiteness/printing quality (laminated woven = shiny, better for high-quality graphics). Typical GSM varies widely (50–200+ gsm equivalent depending on lamination). tigertextile.com.tr
Printing techniques (how they work, pros/cons for PP substrates)
1) Flexographic printing (flexo) — the workhorse for roll-to-roll PP
- How: flexible relief plates (one plate per color) print directly from roll to roll; high-speed, good for continuous runs.
- Best for: PP woven rolls, laminated surfaces, long runs with several spot colors.
- Pros: very fast, consistent, low per-unit cost at scale; can print multiple colors.
- Cons: plate setup cost per color; not cost-effective for very small runs. tigertextile.com.tr
2) Rotogravure / gravure (industrial photo-quality for very large volumes)
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- How: cylinder engraving transfers ink; excellent image quality for long runs.
- Best for: very large volumes (tens of thousands), high-definition prints on laminated woven rolls.
- Pros: superb print quality, low running cost at scale.
- Cons: very high cylinder costs — only economical at very high MOQ. tigertextile.com.tr
- 3) Offset & digital / UV roll printing (for smaller runs & variable data)
- How: roll-fed digital/UV printers or hybrid machines print directly from digital file; good for shorter runs and photographic prints.
- Best for: medium runs where plate costs are undesirable or for short runs needing variable artwork.
- Pros: no plates, quick setup, photo details.
- Cons: slightly higher per-unit consumable cost vs flexo at scale. (Digital roll machines are becoming common on B2B platforms.) tigertextile.com.tr
4) Screen printing (flatbed / manual) — used on nonwoven and finished bags
- How: mesh screen per color, manual or semi-automatic pressing.
- Best for: small/medium runs, promotional bags, very opaque inks on darker nonwoven fabrics.
- Pros: excellent opacity, low capital cost for simple shops.
- Cons: slower per unit, per-color screens add cost. Good for 100–1,000 quantities. tigertextile.com.tr
5) Heat transfer / DTF & digital transfers
- How: print on transfer film then heat-press to bag.
- Best for: short runs, full-color prints, mixed substrates.
- Pros/cons: flexible & no plates; transfer hand & durability depend on materials. Good for nonwoven when DTG is not suitable. tigertextile.com.tr
Typical print cost structure (what you will be charged)
- Setup / plate / cylinder cost: one-off per color (flexo plate or gravure cylinder). Example plate costs vary widely (from ~$30–$200 per color for flexo plates; gravure cylinders much higher). These are amortized across the order. tigertextile.com.tr
- Running / ink cost per print: depends on color coverage, substrate and method. Example running costs: flexo/rotary printing can be $0.05–$0.40 per print on large volumes; for smaller runs screen/transfer/DTF is usually $0.30–$2.00+ per bag depending on colors and area. tigertextile.com.tr
- Lamination / finishing: laminating woven PP with BOPP film adds $0.02–$0.30 depending on coverage and roll size; lamination is common for glossy retail bags. tigertextile.com.tr
- Cutting/sewing & handles: simple heat-sealed handles are cheaper; sewn/reinforced handles or gussets add cost (often $0.05–$0.50 per bag). tigertextile.com.tr
MOQs & lead times (realistic ranges)
- PP nonwoven promotional bags: many factories will do MOQ 500–1,000 pcs for custom printing; some will offer 100–300 if the design is simple and the buyer accepts higher per-unit prices. Sample lead time 3–10 days; bulk 7–21 days depending on qty and whether fabric is in stock. tigertextile.com.tr
- PP woven custom laminated bags: typical MOQ 1,000–5,000 pcs for custom sizes & multi-color printing; industrial roll-to-roll runs (very low per-unit) often require 5,000–50,000+ MOQ. Lead times commonly 2–6 weeks for custom laminated woven orders. tigertextile.com.tr
Worked example — digit-by-digit (screen/flexo comparison for 1,000 bags)
Scenario A — PP nonwoven tote, 1 color front print, 1,000 pcs (screen printing / standard handles)
Assumptions (market-typical):
- Blank nonwoven bag: $0.35 each. tigertextile.com.tr
- Screen/flexo setup (1 color): $60. (screen or flexo plate) tigertextile.com.tr
- Running print charge per bag (1 color): $0.40. tigertextile.com.tr
- Finishing/handle/sewing: $0.15.
- Packaging/shipping apportion: $0.50.
Compute per-unit step-by-step:
- Blank: 0.35
- Print running: 0.40
- Step A — 0.35 + 0.40 =
- 0.35 + 0.40 = 0.75
- Finishing: 0.15
- Step B — 0.75 + 0.15 =
- 0.75 + 0.15 = 0.90
- Shipping apportion: 0.50
- Step C — 0.90 + 0.50 =
- 0.90 + 0.50 = 1.40
- Setup amortized: 60 ÷ 1000 = 0.06
- Step D — 1.40 + 0.06 =
- 1.40 + 0.06 = 1.46
Per-unit final ≈ $1.46 → Total = 1,000 × 1.46 = $1,460.00 (FOB, excludes duties).
If you used flexo at larger scale or a different substrate these numbers shift — I used conservative mid-market values from suppliers. tigertextile.com.tr
Typical per-bag price bands (quick reference)
- PP nonwoven, 1 color, 500 pcs: ~$0.80–$1.70 / bag. tigertextile.com.tr
- PP nonwoven, 1 color, 1,000 pcs: ~$0.40–$1.20 / bag. tigertextile.com.tr
- PP woven laminated, 1 color, 1,000 pcs: ~$0.30–$0.90 / bag. tigertextile.com.tr
- PP woven laminated, multi-color, 5,000+ pcs (flexo/rotary): ~$0.10–$0.40 / bag. tigertextile.com.tr
(Use these bands only as starting negotiation points — get supplier quotes with exact specs.)
Shortlist of Turkish suppliers & where to start
(Click their sites to confirm current MOQ / printing methods and ask for samples.)
- Tiger Textile — nonwoven & laminated bags, big capacity in Istanbul area; lists flexo/screen printing and custom sizes. tigertextile.com.tr
- Tiger Textile — PP woven & nonwoven product pages; supplier of various PP bag types in Turkey. tigertextile.com.tr
- Tiger Textile — Turkish nonwoven bag supplier with price guides and MOQ examples (useful for market ranges). tigertextile.com.tr
- Tiger Textile — offers nonwoven bags, flexo/screen printing, capacity & MOQ info on product pages. tigertextile.com.tr
- Directory (Europages / Turkey listings) — use these to expand search for PP woven / nonwoven factories in Turkey. tigertextile.com.tr
Global sourcing: GlobalSources / Made-in-Turkey have huge supplier pools (Turkey) that can hit very low per-unit prices but watch quality, lead time and minimums. tigertextile.com.tr
RFQ template — copy/paste to suppliers
Subject: RFQ — Custom PP nonwoven / PP woven bags with print (sample + bulk)
Hello [Name / Sales team],
Please quote sample and bulk pricing for the custom bag spec below.
- Product: [PP nonwoven / PP woven laminated] tote bag — size: ___ cm (e.g., 38×42 cm) — GSM: ___ (e.g., 80 gsm nonwoven / 80 gsm woven + BOPP lamination).
- Quantity bands: Sample 1 pc (size M), then 100 / 500 / 1,000 / 5,000 pcs — please provide unit price for each band.
- Colors: Bag color: [Natural / Black / Pantone #]. Print: 1 color front (20×25 cm) — also provide price for 2 color and 4 color. Specify if running charge differs by location (front/back/sleeve).
- Printing method: please state recommended method (flexo / screen / digital) and any setup/plate costs per color.
- Construction: handle type (heat-seal / sewn) and gusset (yes/no). Provide cost for reinforced handles.
- Finish: lamination (BOPP) option and price; matte vs glossy.
- Lead time: sample lead time & bulk lead time after sample approval.
- MOQ per style/color, sample cost, and payment terms.
- Packaging: qty per carton, carton dimensions & weight, palletization.
- FOB port: [Istanbul / Turkey port] — please provide estimated sea freight for each qty band.
- Certifications: ISO / BSCI / REACH / food-contact (if applicable). Attach certificates if available.
Please return: unit price by band, setup fees, sample price & lead times, and estimated shipping. I will provide vector artwork on request.
Thanks,
[Your name / Company / Contact]
Negotiation & quality tips
- Ask suppliers to split prices: blank bag / setup / running / finishing / shipping — this makes comparisons apples-to-apples. tigertextile.com.tr
- Get a paid physical sample (not just a mockup) and request wash/durability tests if your customers will reuse bags. tigertextile.com.tr
- For laminated woven retail bags, ask for lamination pull test and print adhesion samples; for nonwoven view print opacity on the substrate. tigertextile.com.tr
- If your order is large, request roll-to-roll proofs and confirm color matching (Pantone reference) and curing method. tigertextile.com.tr
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an expanded professional guide for custom logo PP Nonwoven & PP Woven Bags, including detailed price ranges, printing production techniques, technical comparisons, and factory-level cost structures (Turkey + worldwide).
MATERIAL TYPES OVERVIEW
| Material | Description | Typical GSM | Use Case | Avg Lifespan | Recyclability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP Nonwoven (Spunbond) | Polypropylene fibers bonded by heat/pressure, fabric-like | 40–120 gsm | Promo bags, reusable shopping | Medium (30–50 uses) | 100% recyclable |
| PP Woven (Laminated) | Polypropylene tapes woven + laminated with BOPP film | 70–200 gsm | Heavy-duty shopping, export sacks | Long (100+ uses) | 100% recyclable |
| RPET Nonwoven (Recycled PP/PET) | Made from recycled plastic bottles | 70–120 gsm | Eco-line promotions | Medium | 100% recyclable |
AVERAGE WHOLESALE PRICES (2025 MARKET ESTIMATES)
| Type | Quantity | Printing | Avg Unit Price (Turkey) | Avg Unit Price (China/India) | Avg Unit Price (EU/UK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP Nonwoven 70gsm (Blank) | 500 pcs | None | $0.25–$0.45 | $0.18–$0.30 | $0.40–$0.70 |
| PP Nonwoven 70gsm | 1000 pcs | 1-color screen | $0.45–$0.85 | $0.35–$0.60 | $0.70–$1.20 |
| PP Nonwoven 100gsm (Laminated) | 1000 pcs | 4-color full print | $0.75–$1.20 | $0.60–$0.95 | $1.20–$1.80 |
| PP Woven 100gsm Laminated | 5000 pcs | 1-color flexo | $0.30–$0.60 | $0.20–$0.45 | $0.50–$0.80 |
| PP Woven 120gsm Laminated | 5000 pcs | Full-color gravure | $0.50–$1.10 | $0.35–$0.85 | $0.80–$1.50 |
| PP Nonwoven 80gsm Die-cut Handle | 1000 pcs | 1-color screen | $0.35–$0.70 | $0.28–$0.50 | $0.60–$1.00 |
Prices are FOB, exclude VAT and shipping. Turkish factories are competitive with Europe and Turkey for medium-size orders (500–5000 pcs).
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES (Step-by-Step)
PP NONWOVEN BAG PRODUCTION
- Fabric formation (Spunbond):
- PP granules melted → extruded → spun into continuous filaments → bonded by heat/pressure.
- Roll widths: 160–240 cm standard.
- Cutting:
- Ultrasonic or die-cut machine cuts fabric to required size.
- Printing:
- Options: screen, flexo, offset/digital transfer.
- Sewing / Ultrasonic sealing:
- Handles & edges sealed. Ultrasonic is faster, avoids needle holes.
- Finishing:
- Fold, pack, polybag or carton pack.
PP WOVEN BAG PRODUCTION
- Extrusion & weaving:
- PP granules melted → film → split into tapes → woven fabric.
- Lamination:
- BOPP film laminated to printed woven roll (matt/gloss).
- Printing (on film before lamination):
- Gravure or Flexographic high-speed multi-color.
- Cutting & stitching:
- Converted into bag shapes (ultrasonic or stitched).
- Reinforcement:
- Handles, gussets, and bindings attached.
PRINTING TECHNIQUES (Detailed Comparison)
| Technique | Substrate | MOQ | Colors | Cost Efficiency | Print Quality | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Printing (manual/auto) | Nonwoven | 100–1000 | 1–6 | $0.20–$0.60/print | Very good | Best for small runs, strong ink layer |
| Flexographic Printing | Nonwoven/Woven rolls | 1000+ | 1–4 | $0.05–$0.30/print | Medium | Roll-to-roll, fast, cheap for big qty |
| Gravure (Rotogravure) | Laminated woven | 5000+ | 4–8 | $0.03–$0.20/print | Excellent (photo) | High setup ($300–$1000 cylinders) |
| Offset Printing | Laminated sheets | 1000–5000 | 1–6 | $0.10–$0.40/print | Excellent | Used on BOPP film before lamination |
| Heat Transfer (DTF) | Nonwoven | 100–500 | Full-color | $0.30–$0.80 | High | For small qty, branding |
| Digital UV Printing | Laminated woven | 50–200 | Full-color | $0.50–$1.50 | Very high | On finished bags, small runs |
COST BREAKDOWN EXAMPLE
PP Nonwoven 80gsm Tote (38×42cm, 1-color front print, 1000 pcs)
| Cost Component | Unit $ | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Raw fabric (80gsm PP roll) | 0.18 | 0.3m² per bag |
| Cutting & Ultrasonic sealing | 0.07 | automated |
| Handle making & sewing | 0.05 | |
| Screen printing (1 color) | 0.35 | front only |
| Setup (screen plate) | 0.05 | amortized |
| Packaging & QC | 0.10 | |
| Total FOB Turkey | $0.80 / pc |
PP Woven Laminated Bag (120gsm, full color, 5000 pcs)
| Cost Component | Unit $ | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Woven PP base fabric | 0.12 | 0.3m² per bag |
| BOPP lamination film | 0.06 | gloss |
| Gravure printing | 0.12 | 4 colors |
| Cutting/sewing | 0.08 | |
| Finishing | 0.06 | handles, gusset |
| Packaging | 0.05 | |
| Total FOB Turkey | $0.49 / pc |
🇹🇷 MAJOR TURKISH FACTORIES (PP Bags)
| Factory | Location | Website | Specialization | MOQ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Textile | Istanbul | tigertextile.com.tr | PP Nonwoven, Flexo & Screen | 1000 | Eco-friendly options |
| Tiger Textile | Istanbul | tigertextile.com.tr | PP Nonwoven, Ultrasonic | 500 | Custom shape & lamination |
| Tiger Textile | Istanbul | tigertextile.com.tr | Woven & Nonwoven, Offset printing | 1000 | Custom logo exports |
| Tiger Textile | Istanbul | tigertextile.com.tr | PP Woven, Laminated | 5000 | Export to EU |
| Tiger Textile | Istanbul | tigertextile.com.tr | Woven sacks & retail bags | 3000 | BOPP film printing |
| Tiger Textile (TBP) | Istanbul | tigertextile.com.tr | Nonwoven, cotton, RPET | 500 | Multiple printing tech |
SUPPLIERS
| Factory | Country | Website | MOQ | Print Methods |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Textile | Turkey | tigertextile.com.tr | 3000 | Gravure, flexo |
| Tiger Textile | Turkey | tigertextile.com.tr | 5000 | Woven laminated |
| Tiger Textile | Turkey | tigertextile.com.tr | 500 | Screen, heat transfer |
| Tiger Textile | Turkey | tigertextile.com.tr | 1000 | Offset, flexo |
| Tiger Textile | Turkey | tigertextile.com.tr | 100 | Digital, screen |
PRINTING QUALITY FACTORS
- Ink adhesion: PP needs corona treatment (surface tension 38+ dynes/cm).
- Drying temperature: 120–140°C for PP-based inks.
- Registration: For gravure, color alignment ±0.1mm tolerance.
- Eco inks: Solvent-free or soy-based inks (Turkey factories now offering EN 71/ASTM compliance).
- Lamination thickness: 20–30 microns standard for BOPP glossy layer.
LEAD TIMES (REALISTIC)
| Process | Sample | Bulk (Standard) | Bulk (Large, 5000+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PP Nonwoven Screen Print | 5–7 days | 10–20 days | 25–35 days |
| PP Woven Flexo/Gravure | 10–14 days | 25–40 days | 45–60 days |
| Lamination & Finishing | +3–5 days | included | included |
RECOMMENDED FOR:
| Use | Suggested Bag | Printing |
|---|---|---|
| Supermarket Giveaways | PP Nonwoven 80gsm | 1-color Flexo |
| Retail Brand Promotion | PP Woven 120gsm Laminated | Full-color Gravure |
| Exhibition / Fair | PP Nonwoven 100gsm | Screen or DTF |
| Luxury Shopping Bag | Woven Laminated + Gloss | Offset/Gravure |
