Specifications of Type C FIBC Bags
| Material | Groundable Polypropylene with Conductive Thread |
| Network | Interlaced conductive strips/filaments |
| Electrostatic Type | Type C – Conductive / Groundable (must be earthed) |
| Resistance to Ground | Less than 1 × 10⁸ ohms (per IEC 61340-4-4) |
| Required Ground | Earth resistance below 10 ohms during use |
| Construction Types | U-Panel, Circular, 4-Panel, Baffle, Net Baffle |
| Safety Factor | Up to 8:1 (Standard 5:1 available) |
| Safe Working Load | 500 kg – 2,000 kg (Up to 3,000+ lbs) |
| Liner Options | PE Liner / Up to 7-layer Coextruded Barrier Film |
| Fabric Weight (GSM) | 90 GSM – 200 GSM (Custom GSM available) |
| Product Length | 12" – 56" (30 cm – 142 cm) |
| Product Width | 12" – 56" (30 cm – 142 cm) |
| Product Height | 12" – 56" (30 cm – 142 cm) |
| Compliance Standard | EC 61340-4-4 / ISO 21898 |
| MIE Suitability | All MIE values — including MIE < 3 mJ |
| Atmosphere Suitability | Flammable vapors, gases, and explosive atmospheres |
What Is a Type C FIBC Bulk Bag?
Palmetto Bags — India's Trusted Type C FIBC Bulk Bags Manufacturer & Global Exporter
Why Choose Palmetto Bags as Your Type C FIBC Bulk Bags Manufacturer in India?
IEC 61340-4-4 Compliant Conductive Fabric — Tested Every Batch Body: Manufacturing a compliant Type C FIBC bag is technically demanding — the conductive thread network must achieve a resistance-to-ground of less than 1 × 10⁸ ohms, consistently, across every bag in every production run. Palmetto Bags conducts mandatory resistance testing on every batch of Type C FIBC bags produced at our Puducherry facility. Test certificates confirming IEC 61340-4-4 compliance are available for every export order — giving your procurement, HSE, and compliance teams verifiable documentary proof of electrostatic safety performance.
Full Customization — Engineer-to-Order Type C Static Bags Body: Type C FIBC bag applications span a wide range of industries, materials, and operating conditions — from explosive pharmaceutical powder handling to coal dust containment in mining. Palmetto Bags engineers each Type C bag specification around your exact requirements: construction type, conductive thread density, ground point configuration, SWL, dimensions, liner type, fill and discharge configuration, and custom printing. We design your conductive static bag around your operation, filling equipment, and unloading system — not a generic catalog specification.
30+ Years of FIBC Manufacturing Expertise Since 1994 Body: Palmetto Industries (India) Pvt. Ltd. has been manufacturing conductive FIBC bags and the complete FIBC type range since 1994 — more than 30 years of continuous production experience. Our deep technical knowledge of conductive fabric construction, grounding system integration, and international FIBC safety standards means you receive not just a bag, but a fully verified, safety-compliant packaging solution backed by decades of proven performance across global supply chains.
ISO 22000 & HACCP Certified Manufacturing Facility Body: Palmetto Bags holds ISO 22000: 2018 and HACCP certifications across our full manufacturing operation. Our Type C bulk bags are produced under rigorous quality management systems that include incoming raw material inspection (including conductive thread verification), in-process resistance checks, seam strength testing, and pre-dispatch SWL load testing. Every bag is batch-traceable from raw material receipt to finished product dispatch — meeting the documentation requirements of pharmaceutical, chemical, and regulatory-audit-ready buyers globally.
Manufacturer-Direct Pricing — No Distributor Markup Body: As a vertically integrated Type C bulk bags manufacturer in India, Palmetto Bags controls the entire production chain from groundable polypropylene yarn procurement to finished bag dispatch. Supplying directly to end users — without trading company or distributor intermediaries — consistently delivers 15–25% cost savings compared to sourcing Type C conductive FIBC bags through resellers, at the same or superior quality standard. Every rupee you save on packaging goes directly back to your operating budget.
Reliable Global Export — One Star Export House Body: Palmetto Bags is a recognized One Star Export House by India’s DGFT, with established freight and documentation partnerships for reliable container-load delivery to the USA, UK, UAE, Germany, Netherlands, Australia, and 25+ additional countries. For every Type C FIBC export order, we provide complete export documentation — Certificate of Conformity, IEC 61340-4-4 compliance certificates, test reports, packing lists, and country-specific regulatory documentation — ensuring a smooth, compliant import process for every international buyer.
Type C FIBC Bags — Construction & Configuration Options Available from Palmetto Bags
Type C FIBC Construction Types — Conductive Static Bags
2. U-Panel Type C FIBC Bags A single large U-shaped conductive fabric panel forms two sides and the base in one continuous piece, eliminating the base-to-body seam — a potential weak point in electrostatic continuity if not managed correctly. Palmetto Bags’ U-Panel Type C bags maintain full conductive network continuity across the U-panel construction through carefully designed thread routing at the panel junction seams, ensuring IEC 61340-4-4 compliance across the complete bag structure regardless of construction type.
3. Circular Type C FIBC Bags Woven as a continuous seamless tube with conductive filaments integrated into the circular weave, the circular construction Type C bag provides uniform circumferential conductive coverage across the entire bag body — with no vertical seams where network continuity could be compromised. Circular Type C static bags are the most cost-efficient construction for high-volume Type C bag orders, ideal for fine flammable powder applications where budget optimization is a priority alongside electrostatic safety compliance.
4. Baffle Type C FIBC Bags Internal corner baffle panels are stitched into the four corners of the bag, maintaining the square shape of the filled bag during storage and transport — maximizing pallet and container utilization for flammable powder materials. The conductive thread network is integrated through both the main bag fabric and the baffle panel fabric, maintaining full electrostatic continuity throughout the complete bag structure including the corner baffles.
5. Net Baffle Type C FIBC Bags Net baffle panels manufactured from conductive mesh polypropylene are stitched into the bag corners — providing both shape retention and airflow through the bag walls, while maintaining the conductive network through the mesh baffle material. Suitable for flammable powder materials that require ventilation during storage or transit, in environments where electrostatic protection is mandatory.
Loop Construction Options — Type C Conductive FIBC Bags
All Type C FIBC bags from Palmetto Bags are available with five standard loop configurations — all manufactured from high-tenacity polypropylene webbing with grounding connections routed through or adjacent to the lift loop attachment points for maximum grounding system accessibility during filling and discharge operations.
- Corner Loop — Standard 4-loop configuration stitched into corner seams. Most widely used configuration for Type C bags in chemical and pharmaceutical handling.
- Cross Corner Loop — Diagonal loop placement keeps the top opening fully open during suspended filling — critical for contained, dust-minimized filling of flammable powders.
- Double Stevedore — Two horizontal straps through all loops. Maximum forklift approach flexibility for hazardous area facilities with restricted equipment access.
- Single Stevedore — One strap through all loops for all-direction lifting without repositioning.
- Sleeve Lift — Woven fabric sleeves for repeated-use Type C bags in closed-loop chemical powder supply chains.
Top Configuration Options — Type C Conductive FIBC Bags
- Open Top — Standard, highest fill-rate configuration. Grounding connection accessible at all four corners before filling begins.
- Spout Top — Cylindrical spout for contained filling of sensitive flammable powders. Minimizes dust generation during filling — critical in flammable vapor environments.
- Spout Top with Flap — Secondary flap closure over tied spout for tamper evidence and contamination protection during transit of regulated chemical materials.
- Conical Spout Top — High-fill cone for automated filling of fine flammable powders. Prevents bridging at fill spout entry during high-speed filling.
- Baffle Top — Basic flap closure for general-purpose Type C bag applications where spout containment is not required.
Bottom Discharge Options — Type C Conductive FIBC Bags
- Plain Bottom — For single-pour applications where entire bag contents are discharged in one operation.
- Discharge Spout — Standard controlled-release spout for connection to pneumatic conveying, mixers, and hoppers in chemical and pharmaceutical plants.
- Conical Discharge Spout — Tapered funnel outlet for complete, residue-free discharge of cohesive flammable fine powders. Prevents bridging at the discharge point.
- Discharge Spout with Flap — Security flap over discharge spout prevents accidental opening during transit of regulated hazardous materials.
- Duffle Bottom — Maximum discharge speed for high-throughput flammable powder processing facilities.
Need Type C FIBC Bulk Bags from a Certified Manufacturer in India?
Palmetto Bags manufactures IEC 61340-4-4 compliant Type C conductive FIBC bags for chemical, pharmaceutical, mining, and explosive material industries. ISO certified, fully customizable, 500 kg–2,000 kg SWL, exported to 30+ countries.
Type C FIBC Bulk Bags Manufacturer in Tamil Nadu & Puducherry — Serving India & Global Markets
FIBC Type Selection Chart — When Is Type C the Right Choice?
| Minimum Ignition Energy (MIE) of Dust | NonFlammable Atmosphere | Explosive Dust Atmosphere | Explosive Gas and Vapor Atmosphere |
| MIE > 1000 mJ | A, B, C, D | B, C, D | C, D |
| 1000 mJ > MIE 3 mj | B, C, D | B, C, D | C, D |
| MIE < 3 mJ | C, D | B, C, D | C, D |
Industries That Use Type C FIBC Bags — Conductive Static Bag Applications
Chemical Manufacturing — The Largest Type C FIBC User Sector Chemical manufacturers handling flammable organic powders, reactive intermediates, fine pigments, sulfur compounds, and other combustible chemical substances in production environments that involve flammable solvents or process gases represent the largest single-use sector for Type C conductive FIBC bags globally. Palmetto Bags manufactures heavy-duty Type C bags for chemical plants across India with custom liner configurations, conductive discharge spouts, and ground point reinforcement — providing complete static protection throughout every bulk material transfer operation.
Pharmaceutical Industry — GMP-Compliant Conductive Bags Pharmaceutical manufacturers handling flammable Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), organic solvents, and sensitive excipients in ATEX-classified hazardous area production environments specify Type C FIBC bags as the mandatory bulk container for powder transfer and storage. Palmetto Bags produces GMP-compatible Type C FIBC bags with full batch traceability, COA documentation, and conductive network test certificates — meeting the documentation standards required by pharmaceutical quality management systems and regulatory audits.
Mining & Coal Handling — Heavy-Duty Conductive FIBC Coal dust, sulfide ore concentrates, and other combustible mining materials have MIE values and explosive atmosphere characteristics that make Type C FIBC bags the required packaging choice for bulk handling and transport. Palmetto Bags manufactures extra-heavy-duty Type C bulk bags for mining operations with high fabric weight (up to 200 GSM), reinforced seam construction, and maximum SWL ratings — providing the structural performance and electrostatic safety required for rugged mining logistics environments.
Fireworks & Pyrotechnic Materials — Zero Tolerance for Static The fireworks and pyrotechnic manufacturing industry operates at the extreme end of electrostatic risk — where any uncontrolled discharge can trigger catastrophic detonation. Type C FIBC bags with verified grounding are the only acceptable FIBC bulk packaging for moving oxidizer powders, propellant granules, and pyrotechnic compound intermediates between production stages. Palmetto Bags produces custom Type C bags for this sector with enhanced conductive thread density, verified low-resistance ground connections, and specialized liner options for moisture-sensitive pyrotechnic materials.
Food Flour & Starch Milling — Explosive Dust Atmosphere Compliance Fine flour and starch dust present significant explosion risk — flour dust clouds are classified as explosive atmospheres where the finest fractions can have MIE values approaching Type C bag requirement thresholds. Flour mills operating with solvent-based flavoring systems or in production environments where explosive dust concentrations can build up specify Type C FIBC bags for compliant bulk flour and starch transfer. Palmetto Bags’ food-safe Type C bags use conductive threads woven into virgin, food-grade polypropylene fabric — maintaining both food safety compliance and IEC 61340-4-4 electrostatic safety standards simultaneously.