Hazardous Material Bulk Bags

Types of Hazardous Materials Commonly Transported in Bulk Bags 

FlexSack bulk bags are versatile and capable of transporting a wide variety of hazardous materials, including:  

• Chemicals and industrial powders: Many industrial powders, such as sulfur, titanium dioxide, and zinc oxide, can pose risks if inhaled or if they come into contact with skin. Proper containment in bulk bags minimizes these risks during transport. 

• Pharmaceutical ingredients: Certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and chemicals used in the manufacturing of medications require careful handling due to their potential health risks. 

• Agricultural chemicals: Fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides can be harmful to humans and the environment if not handled properly. FlexSack’s FIBCs ensure that these materials are securely contained, preventing contamination. 

• Hazardous waste: This includes various waste materials generated by industrial processes that may contain toxic, corrosive, or flammable substances. 

Requirements for Packaging Hazardous Materials

Our FIBCs are manufactured to meet stringent USDOT and U.N. regulations for packaging and transporting hazardous materials. These regulations classify packaging into three groups based on the level of danger: Packing Group 1, 2, or 3.  

• Packing Group 1 (High Danger): This group is designated for the most dangerous materials that require the highest level of protection.  

• Packing Group 2 (Medium Danger): Materials in this category pose a moderate level of risk and include substances like industrial chemicals, pesticides, and certain hazardous waste products. 

• Packing Group 3 (Low Danger): This group includes materials that are hazardous but less dangerous than those in Groups 1 and 2, such as non-flammable solids or mild chemicals. 

See examples of U.N. Certification Markings.

Hazardous materials that are transported in FIBCs must be U.N. Certified, which means that the bags meet international safety standards and undergo rigorous testing for secure containment.  FIBCs with liners are often chosen to prevent contamination by isolating materials from the bag’s fabric, while anti-static and conductive FIBCs are essential for sensitive or flammable substances to mitigate the risk of electrostatic discharge.  Additionally, properly labeled and documented FIBCs ensure regulatory compliance and safe transport.   

For Packing Group 2 and 3, our recommendations will vary from material and lining to additional safety features such as perimeter bands or reinforced webbing.  Contact us today, to speak to one of our hazardous material bulk bags experts.

At FlexSack, we understand that each hazardous material has unique handling requirements. Our team will work closely with you to customize the ideal bulk bag solution, ensuring that our products fit seamlessly into your existing handling and storage systems. Whether you need FIBCs with additional reinforcement, special linings, or custom dimensions, we are committed to providing a solution that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and compliance. 

“We have been working with [our rep] for about a year and he has been very helpful in coming up with creative solutions to some of the packaging challenges we have faced. We are able to supply our customers with higher quality, better looking packaging that lasts longer and is more durable.”

– Luke H.