Selecting Polypropylene Bags for Food Packaging

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When packaging food, safety and durability aren’t optional — they’re essential. Whether you’re storing grains, sugar, or frozen vegetables, your packaging must protect both the product and your reputation. That’s why many Canadian businesses turn to woven polypropylene (PP) bags as a trusted solution.

At Sackora, we’ve spent over 20 years sourcing and supplying high-quality woven PP bags that meet the strict demands of the food industry. Here’s what you need to know to make the right choice for your business.

Why Choose Polypropylene Bags for Food?

Woven polypropylene bags offer several benefits that make them ideal for food packaging:

  • Durability: With high tensile strength and tear resistance, PP bags keep contents secure during transport and storage.

  • Breathability: The woven material helps prevent moisture buildup, which is key for grains, seeds, and dry goods.

  • Cost-Effective: Compared to alternatives, PP bags provide excellent value without compromising safety.

  • Custom Options: Bags can be lined, laminated, or printed to meet regulatory or branding needs.

Trust Tip: All of Sackora’s food-grade bags are manufactured in facilities that follow HACCP and ISO 22000 food safety standards.

What to Look for in Food-Grade Polypropylene Bags

When choosing the right bag for your product, keep these criteria in mind:

1. Food Safety Compliance

Ensure the bags are certified for direct or indirect food contact. Look for:

  • FDA or CFIA compliance

  • HACCP-certified manufacturing processes

  • Documentation of material origin

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) provides guidelines on food packaging materials, emphasizing the importance of compliance with safety standards.

2. Lining or Coating

Unlined bags are breathable, but some food products—like flour, sugar, or frozen produce—require polyethylene liners or laminated finishes to protect against contamination or moisture ingress.

3. Bag Size and Strength

Choose bag dimensions that fit your product volume, filling equipment, and storage space. For heavier loads, opt for higher GSM fabric and double-stitched seams.

4. Custom Printing for Traceability

Custom-printed bags can include product codes, batch numbers, expiration dates, or branding—all critical for food traceability and regulatory compliance.

Real-World Applications

At Sackora, we supply woven polypropylene bags for a wide range of food applications:

  • Grains and seeds (wheat, soybeans, corn)

  • Pulses and legumes (lentils, chickpeas)

  • Sugar, flour, and starches

  • Frozen food packaging with laminated inner linings

Many of our long-term clients in agriculture and food processing choose Sackora bags because of our quality consistency and flexible minimum order quantities.

Why Sackora? Experience You Can Count On

With over two decades in the packaging industry, Sackora is proud to serve food producers across Canada. Here’s what sets us apart:

  • ✅ Family-owned roots with hands-on customer service

  • ✅ Global sourcing with strict supplier vetting

  • ✅ Quick turnaround on standard and custom orders

  • ✅ Competitive pricing without cutting corners

Whether you need 5,000 custom-printed bags or 100,000 standard sacks, we’re here to help — from quote to final delivery.

Ready to Package with Confidence?

Your food product deserves packaging that protects your quality and your brand. Let Sackora guide you to the right solution.

👉 Contact us today for a custom quote.

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