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.

Quick Answer

The 30-second specification check.

  • Use when where covered transport or post-fill closure is an operational or customer requirement
  • Safe working load 500 kg to 2,000 kg standard
  • Fabric Woven polypropylene - coated or uncoated
  • Sizes 35 x 35 x 40 in to 42 x 42 x 72 in common range
  • Discharge Open base / tipping - no bottom spout
  • Test standard ISO 21898 (COC included)

What This Configuration Is

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.

Compare with: Open Top / Flat Bottom Duffle Top / Discharge Spout Bottom Full Open Top / Flat Bottom With Liner

Industries & Applications

Where this bag fits.

  • 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

Specs at a Glance

Technical reference for quoting discussions.

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

Datasheet XTRX-DTFB · 2026
01 Configuration Duffle top / flat bottom
02 Top closure Duffle tie - fabric skirt with cord or tie closure
03 Typical capacity 500 kg to 2,000 kg
04 Safe working load (SWL) 500 kg to 2,000 kg standard
05 Safety factor 5:1 standard; 6:1 available on request
06 Body fabric Woven polypropylene - coated or uncoated
07 Liner option Available on request
08 Loop style Cross-corner standard; alternatives available
09 Bag dimensions 35 x 35 x 40 in to 42 x 42 x 72 in common range
10 Discharge method Open base / tipping - no bottom spout
11 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.

Sizes & Pricing

Standard variants and published pricing.

Variants with published volume pricing appear first. Open any row for full specification, pricing tiers, and a quick inquiry form.

Variant Size SWL Build Liner Action
35x35x42 — Volume Pricing Volume Pricing 35 x 35 x 42 in (90 x 90 x 107 cm) 1000 kg (2,205 lb) Tubular woven polypropylene, 160 GSM, plain white No See Pricing
35x35x45 standard duffle 35 x 35 x 45 in 1000 kg Coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure No Open
35x35x53 taller duffle 35 x 35 x 53 in 1000 kg Coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure No Open
35x35x45 with PE liner 35 x 35 x 45 in 1000 kg Coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure PE liner Open
42x42x48 heavy-duty duffle 42 x 42 x 48 in 1500 kg Heavy-duty coated woven polypropylene with duffle closure No Open

Standard Build

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

Customize Beyond Standard

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
Roman Fainshtein, author for XTRX bulk bag insights.

Specifications reviewed by

Roman Fainshtein, FIBC specification lead, XTRX (a Sackora brand)

Last reviewed 20+ years in PP woven packaging — Sackora group

Specification 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.

Compare Nearby Formats

Adjacent configurations worth reviewing.

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