FIBC Bulk Bags

Duffle Top / Flat Bottom FIBC Bags

Duffle top flat bottom bulk bags add a sewn fabric closure at the top of the standard open configuration - useful when covered transport, dust containment, or a cleaner fill environment is an operational requirement. The flat bottom provides the same stable pallet footprint as the open top format while the duffle gives you a tie-close option after filling.

Duffle top flat bottom FIBC bulk bag with post-fill closure.

Product Overview

About this bag configuration.

The duffle top / flat bottom FIBC is a woven polypropylene bulk bag that combines wide-access filling with a fabric skirt at the top that can be tied, folded, or cinched after filling. There is no spout - the fill area remains fully open and unrestricted, making it compatible with the same hopper, conveyor, or chute filling systems used for open top bags. The flat sewn bottom provides a stable, pallet-ready base. This format is commonly selected when buyers need some degree of post-fill closure without committing to a spout-top configuration. Liner options, print configurations, and loop style choices are available depending on project requirements.

Typical Applications

Common uses for this bag format.

  • Food ingredients and dry blends - where covered transport or post-fill closure is an operational or customer requirement
  • Plastic pellets and resin - pellet handling lines where the bag needs to be tied after filling to prevent spillage in transit
  • Agricultural seed and feed inputs - programs requiring a simple covered format without the added cost of a spout configuration
  • Industrial powders - where dust generation during transport is a concern and a loose-tie closure is sufficient
  • Dry compounds and additives - operations where material integrity during transport benefits from a fabric barrier at the top

Industries

Who typically buys this bag type.

Food Ingredients

Dry blends, ingredient transfer, covered fill workflows

Agriculture

Seed-related materials, covered dry inputs, seasonal programs

Plastic Resin and Pellets

Pellet handling where post-fill closure is required

Chemicals and Powders

Powder transfer workflows requiring top containment

Standard Features

What this bag includes.

  • Duffle top closure - fabric skirt for tying, cinching, or folding closed after filling
  • Full top fill access - unrestricted opening compatible with hopper, conveyor, and chute systems
  • Flat sewn bottom - stable pallet-ready base with consistent footprint under load
  • Four-loop lift design - standard cross-corner loops; alternatives available
  • Woven polypropylene body - coated or uncoated depending on application
  • 1-ton class construction - SWL and safety factor confirmed at project review
  • Optional liner compatibility - form-fit or loose PE liner available on request
  • Optional print - single-colour or multi-panel available

Customization Options

Configure to your requirements.

  • Duffle length and closure method - skirt depth and tie-off style confirmed at specification review
  • Loop style and placement - cross-corner standard; stevedore and tunnel loops available
  • Fabric weight and coating options - confirmed against material and handling requirements
  • Baffle bag configuration - internal baffles for shape retention where required
  • Liner type and configuration - PE liner options; form-fit or loose
  • Ventilated panel options - available where material requires airflow
  • Print layout - branding, product identification, handling marks

Specification Snapshot

Technical reference for quoting discussions.

Specifications below reflect common commercial ranges and standard options for this bag style.

Configuration Duffle top / flat bottom
Top closure Duffle tie - fabric skirt with cord or tie closure
Typical capacity 500 kg to 2,000 kg
Safe working load (SWL) 500 kg to 2,000 kg standard
Safety factor 5:1 standard; 6:1 available on request
Body fabric Woven polypropylene - coated or uncoated
Liner option Available on request
Loop style Cross-corner standard; alternatives available
Bag dimensions 35 x 35 x 40 in to 42 x 42 x 72 in common range
Discharge method Open base / tipping - no bottom spout
Print options Single-colour or multi-panel

* All FIBC bags are fully customizable for dimensions, fabric weight, loop style, liner setup, top and bottom construction, and print requirements.

Standard Variants

Most inquired configurations for this bag type.

Compare common sizes and build-specific options below, then open a variant page for full technical details and a quick inquiry form.

Variant Size SWL Build Liner Common Use Action
35x35x45 standard duffle 35 x 35 x 45 in 1000 kg Coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure No Dry flowable materials needing post-fill top closure for transit or storage. Open
35x35x53 taller duffle 35 x 35 x 53 in 1000 kg Coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure No Lower-density materials needing extra fill height with a post-fill closure. Open
35x35x45 with PE liner 35 x 35 x 45 in 1000 kg Coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure PE liner Food ingredients, fine powders, or moisture-sensitive materials requiring an inner liner. Open
42x42x48 heavy-duty duffle 42 x 42 x 48 in 1500 kg Heavy-duty coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure No Higher-weight applications needing a larger footprint and post-fill top closure. Open

Why This Format

Why choose this bag style.

The duffle top is the practical next step from the open top format when the operation has a reason to close the bag after filling. It preserves the ease of fill access - no spout alignment required, no guided inlet to connect - while adding a closure option that works across a range of materials. If your filling system works best with an unobstructed top but your material, transport conditions, or customer requires some form of post-fill closure, the duffle top flat bottom resolves that without adding spout-based complexity to the specification. It is also a common choice in food ingredient and agricultural programs where a covered bag is expected but a full spout configuration is not required.

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Related Bag Types

Compare nearby configurations.

These formats are worth reviewing if your application has requirements this configuration does not fully address.

Product FAQ

Questions that come up during specification review.

What is a duffle top on an FIBC bag?

A duffle top is a fabric sleeve or skirt sewn around the top opening of the bulk bag body. After filling, the duffle can be tied, cinched, or folded closed to contain the material during transport or storage. It provides a closure option without restricting fill access the way a spout top does.

How does a duffle top bag differ from an open top bag?

Both formats allow unrestricted top filling. The duffle top adds a fabric closure that can be tied after filling. If your operation does not require any post-fill closure, the open top is simpler. If your material, transport conditions, or customer requirements call for a covered bag, the duffle top handles that without adding a spout.

What materials are suitable for duffle top flat bottom bags?

Common applications include food ingredients, plastic pellets, seeds, dry blended powders, and agricultural inputs where some degree of post-fill containment is useful. The duffle top is also used where dust generation during transport is a concern and a loose-tie closure is sufficient.

Can duffle top flat bottom bags be used for food ingredient applications?

Food-grade requirements are confirmed at project review. Liner options, body fabric, and closure method are all part of that discussion. XTRX does not make blanket food-grade claims - suitability depends on the specific material, handling environment, and buyer requirements.

Do you offer liner options?

Liner options can be discussed during the RFQ process when the application, material characteristics, and handling requirements call for additional containment or barrier support.

How do I request a quote?

Use the RFQ form to provide company details, product interest, estimated quantity, bag dimensions, fill material, delivery destination, and timeline. That structure helps qualify requests and speeds up next-step conversations.

Do you supply customers across Canada?

XTRX is positioned as a Canada-wide supply partner for qualified buyers. Coverage messaging is national, with support for quote discussions involving Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia, and other provinces.

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Share your dimensions, material, and estimated volume.

The RFQ form is designed to capture the details procurement and operations teams usually want to align on early. The faster you provide them, the faster the quote conversation moves.