SOS bag (gusseted, flat bottom) Box Template Generator

SOS bag (gusseted, flat bottom). The classic paper grocery or takeaway bag: side gussets so it folds flat, and a satchel base that lets it stand up when filled. Depth sets the gusset.

Not yet plate-checked. This template folds, closes and exports cleanly, but its blank has not yet been matched against the standard's own drawing in detail. Treat it as a starting point and check it before you spend anything.

What is SOS bag (gusseted, flat bottom)?

SOS bag (gusseted, flat bottom) is a folding carton with a glued side seam, closing at each end with a tuck, a lock or a glued flap. The classic paper grocery or takeaway bag: side gussets so it folds flat, and a satchel base that lets it stand up when filled. Depth sets the gusset.

Uses

General packing where a simple, economical board box is wanted

Advantages

Cut from a single blank, so there is one tool and one part to stock

Disadvantages

No standard style suits every product; check the fit against a sample before committing to a tool

Typical industries

Food service and takeaway

Recommended board grades

Folding boxboard or solid bleached board, typically 250–450 microns. Heavier board for larger cartons, lighter where the carton is filled by machine.

At a glance

Code	`SOS`
Family	Bag
Also known as	gusseted paper bag, grocery bag
Blank size at this size	627 × 390 mm
Panels	13
Creases	15

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