How big is a PP woven sugar bag?
The size of a standard woven polypropylene sugar bag varies by weight capacity and regional standards, but the most common sizes are for 25 kg, 50 kg, and 1-ton "jumbo" bags. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Standard Sugar Bag Sizes
Bag Capacity | Typical Dimensions (H × W) | Common Use | Material |
25 kg | (48–50 )cm × (75–78) cm | Retail, small-scale trade | Laminated Woven Polypropylene (LWP) |
50 kg | (90–100 )cm × (55–60 )cm | Industrial, bulk shipping | LWP (moisture-proof) |
100 lb (45 kg) | 90 cm × 60 cm (US standard) | North American markets | LWP or heavy-duty PP |
1,000 kg (FIBC/Jumbo Bag) | 90cm×90cm×110cm(standard) 0.80–1.20 m³ (cubed) | Bulk raw sugar transport | UV-treated Woven PP |
Key Details for a 50 kg Sugar Bag (Most Common):
Height: 90–100 cm (35–39 inches)
Width: 55–60 cm (22–24 inches)
Gusset/Depth: 10–15 cm (side folds for volume)
Volume: ~0.033–0.037 m³ (sugar density: ~850 kg/m³)
Pallet Fit:
EUR Pallet (80×120 cm): 20–24 bags/layer, 10–12 layers → 200–288 bags.
ISO Pallet (100×120 cm): 30 bags/layer, 10 layers → 300 bags.
Regional Variations:
Europe/Asia:
50 kg bags: 95 cm × 58 cm (optimized for EUR pallets).
North America:
100 lb (45 kg) bags: 90 cm × 60 cm (fits 48×40-inch pallets).
Latin America:
50 kg bags: 90 cm × 55 cm (tighter weave for humidity).
Design Features Affecting Size:
Valve vs. Open-Mouth:
Valve bags (auto-filled) are slightly narrower (e.g., 55 cm wide).
Open-mouth bags (sewn shut) allow wider dimensions.
Lamination:
Adds ~0.1–0.3 mm thickness but doesn’t change external size.
Reinforcements:
Double-stitched seams or corner guards add 1–2 cm to seam areas.
Weight vs. Size Considerations:
Empty Bag Weight: 140–180 grams (50 kg bag).
Sugar Density:
Granulated sugar: ~800–850 kg/m³ → A 50 kg bag needs ~0.059 m³ space (including bag thickness).
Visual Reference:
A 50 kg sugar bag is roughly the size of a large pillow (e.g., 95 cm tall × 58 cm wide).
Stacked on pallets, 10 bags create a column ~1.0–1.2 m tall.
Pro Tip:
To optimize shipping:
Use ISO-pallet-compatible bags (100×120 cm) for 30 bags/layer.
Ensure bags are UV-stabilized if stored outdoors.
For raw sugar, choose breathable FIBCs (unlaminated) to prevent condensation.
Summary:
25 kg bag: ~50 × 75 cm
50 kg bag: ~95 × 58 cm
1,000 kg FIBC: ~100 × 100 × 100 cm
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