Step-by-Step Guide: How FIBC Bags Are Exported from India

Exporting Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC bags) from India is a comprehensive process that starts at the factory floor and ends at the buyer’s warehouse overseas. India, being one of the largest global suppliers of jumbo bags, has developed a structured export flow that combines high-quality production, robust packaging, and efficient global logistics.

Step 1: Order Finalization & Custom Specifications

Buyers share their required bag type, dimensions, safe working load (SWL), safety factor (5:1 or 6:1), filling/discharge options, liner requirement, and printing/branding details. A proforma invoice is issued and the order is confirmed with delivery schedule and INCOTERMS (FOB, CIF, etc.).

Step 2: Raw Material Procurement

Virgin polypropylene resin (typically HP550J, W110) is procured from top petrochemical companies. Based on order specs, antistatic, UV stabilizer, food-grade, or UN-certified additives are incorporated in extrusion.

Step 3: Extrusion, Weaving & Fabric Preparation

Resin is melted and extruded into tapes, which are then woven into circular or flat PP fabric. The fabric is coated (if needed), cut to size, and prepared for stitching. This stage defines GSM, tensile strength, and UV protection — all critical for durability.

Step 4: Bag Stitching & Custom Features

Bags are stitched with high-strength multifilament threads. Depending on the order, they may have top spouts, bottom discharge spouts, skirts, or duffle tops. Loop types (cross-corner, side-seam, etc.) are stitched based on handling preferences. Liner insertion is done if specified — loose, form-fit, or tabbed.

Step 5: Quality Control & Compliance Testing

Each bag undergoes rigorous checks:

• Top lift and drop test (as per ISO 21898)
• Fabric GSM and UV stability testing
• Stitch strength and load-bearing capacity
• Leak-proof test for liner bags
• UN bag testing if required

Step 6: Packing, Baling & Palletization

Bags are folded, counted, bundled, and packed in bales or on pallets. Clear labeling is added with batch number, destination, and client ID. Container planning is done — a 20 ft container typically holds 2500–3500 FIBCs depending on bag type and GSM.

Step 7: Export Documentation

Documents prepared include:

• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Bill of Lading
• Certificate of Origin
• Fumigation Certificate (if pallets used)
• Inspection Certificate (if required)

Documents are shared with buyer in advance or through bank depending on payment terms (LC, TT, etc.).

Step 8: Indian Customs & Freight Booking

GOJIYA GLOBAL or the exporter appoints a CHA (Custom House Agent) who files the shipping bill and clears the goods at ports like Nhava Sheva, Mundra, or Chennai. Freight is booked with reliable shipping lines offering best ETD & transit time to buyer’s port.