Feed Grade FIBC VS Food Grade FIBC
The FIBC industry is flooded with acronyms, terminology and technical terms, and it may be difficult to understand the available products and their uses. An example of this substitution is the use of the terms "feed grade" and "food grade". Many people mistakenly believe that feed grade and food grade are the same thing, but in fact they are quite different. Definition and purpose.
Define the term "feed grade"
The term feed grade usually refers to products that are aimed at containing animal products, including pets, farm animals and even zoo animals. The feed-grade material has been certified as safe for consumption. The standards are different. Feed-grade bags can be made of recycled resin or resin that is recognized as safe for humans.
In short, feed grade FIBC is used for products for animal consumption. Feed-grade applications do not require the use of bags of materials certified to be safe for human consumption.
Define the term "food grade"
Generally speaking, products considered to be food grade are produced in facilities certified by recognized agencies such as the British Retail Consortium (BRC) or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Technically speaking, food-grade products allow up to 100 ppm (parts per million) or mold and other potential impurities, while still meeting the specifications defined by organizations such as BRC. These levels are considered "food safety" and are not enough to harm potential consumers.
Food-grade bulk bags can pass a series of food safety standards certification, including the American Institute of Baking (AIB) or Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
Why is it so important when purchasing FIBC?
In the case of packaging grades-those involving animal feed-standard FIBC is usually the best and most economical option.
For food-grade applications-involving products for human consumption-certified food-grade packaging bags are required.
Define the term "food grade"
Generally speaking, products considered to be food grade are produced in facilities certified by recognized agencies such as the British Retail Consortium (BRC) or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Technically speaking, food-grade products allow up to 100 ppm (parts per million) or mold and other potential impurities, while still meeting the specifications defined by organizations such as BRC. These levels are considered "food safety" and are not enough to harm potential consumers.
Food-grade bulk bags can pass a series of food safety standards certification, including the American Institute of Baking (AIB) or Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
Why is it so important when purchasing FIBC?
In the case of packaging grades-those involving animal feed-standard FIBC is usually the best and most economical option.
For food-grade applications-involving products for human consumption-certified food-grade packaging bags are required.
