Made from 73% laminated Jute and 27% Cotton;Reusable tote bag with padded Cotton handles, hook and loop fastener closure, and decorative adjustable Cotton drawstring side ties; Cotton carry handles measure approx 15"; Jute is a renewable plant-fiber, which means it can be harvested regularly throughout its lifetime In addition, when Jute fiber is made into fabric there is little waste, and most of that waste can be used for other purposes such as insulation and road building Jute is also compostable