Food Grade Packaging for Industrial Food Manufacturers

Food grade packaging plays a critical role in protecting product safety and integrity throughout every stage of the industrial food supply chain. Southern Packaging is a GFSI certified food grade packaging supplier serving food manufacturers, co-packers, and processors across the U.S.

Our food-safe packaging products, including FIBC bulk bags, multi-wall paper bags, and polyethylene bags, are made from FDA-approved raw materials and produced in certified clean facilities. Whether you handle flour, sugar, starch, whey protein, grains, or food additives, we supply the right packaging to keep dry flowable ingredients uncontaminated from facility to end user.

 

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GFSI Certified Food Grade Packaging Supplier

The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) sets the international benchmark for food packaging safety management systems. As a GFSI recognized supplier, Southern Packaging produces packaging in compliance with the following certified standards:

  • FSSC 22000 - Food Safety System Certification
  • SQF (Safe Quality Food) - Levels 2 & 3
  • ISO 22000 - Food Safety Management Systems
  • AIB International - Consolidated Standards for food-grade manufacturing facilities

These certifications require regular third-party audits covering raw material traceability, contamination prevention, facility hygiene, and process controls. For food manufacturers, they serve as documented proof that your packaging supplier meets the same level of rigor your own plant is held to.

All packaging is produced using FDA-approved raw materials. Products are free from harmful substances, heavy metals, and chemical contaminants that could compromise food contact safety.

Food-Safe Packaging Materials & FDA Compliance

All Southern Packaging products supplied for food applications are manufactured from food-contact-grade materials that meet FDA requirements under 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations). Key material standards include:

  • Virgin polypropylene (PP) - no recycled content, free from process contaminants, used in food grade FIBC bulk bags and woven polypropylene bags
  • Food-contact polyethylene (PE) - used in FIBC liners and polyethylene bags; meets FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 for food contact
  • Kraft paper - used in multi-wall paper bags; FDA-compliant for direct food contact

Our manufacturing partners operate in AIB and SQF certified facilities where food-grade and non-food-grade products are produced in segregated environments. Packaging is handled, stored, and shipped under protocols designed to prevent cross-contamination, foreign material introduction, and moisture ingress.



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Food Grade FIBC Bulk Bags

Food grade FIBC bulk bags (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers) are the industry standard for transporting large quantities of dry, flowable food ingredients. Capable of holding 1,000 to 4,000+ lbs per bag, they offer a range of filling and discharge configurations to suit high-volume food manufacturing operations.

Southern Packaging food grade bulk bags are made from FDA-approved virgin polypropylene and polyethylene. Common food ingredients handled in food grade FIBCs include flour, sugar, starch, whey protein, corn, baking soda, dried beans, grains, nuts, seeds, and root vegetables.

For applications requiring moisture or contamination barriers, our food grade FIBC liners provide an additional layer of protection inside the bag. Liner options include PE film liners, form-fit liners, and anti-static liners depending on the material handled.

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Multi-Wall Paper Bags for Food Packaging

Multi-wall paper bags are one of the most widely used food grade paper bags for industrial food packaging, handling virtually every type of dry flowable food ingredient including baking mixes, seasonings, flour, spices, nuts, and sugars. Multi-ply construction provides excellent protection from moisture and contaminants, and open-mouth and valve styles can be equipped with hermetically sealed closures for clean, dust-free filling.

Highly customizable in size, ply count, and materials, multi-wall paper bags are available in PVSE (Pasted Valve Sewn End), PBOM (Pasted Bottom Open Mouth), and SOM (Sewn Open Mouth) configurations.

Food Manufacturers We Serve

Southern Packaging supplies food grade industrial packaging across a broad range of food manufacturing and processing segments, including:

Baking Ingredients & Dry Mixes

FIBC bulk bags and multi-wall paper bags for flour, sugar, starch, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa, and dry baking mixes. Both valve and open-mouth configurations are available for high-speed filling lines.

Grain, Seed & Agricultural Commodities

Woven polypropylene bags and food grade FIBCs for rice, corn, soybeans, dried beans, lentils, peas, seeds, and animal feed. BOPP printed bags available for retail-facing agricultural products.

Dairy & Protein Powders

Food grade FIBC bulk bags with PE liners for whey protein concentrate, whey protein isolate, milk powder, casein, and dairy blends. Liner options prevent moisture ingress and preserve powder flowability.

Food Additives & Flavors

Multi-wall paper bags and polyethylene bags for seasonings, spices, flavor powders, acidulants, emulsifiers, and other dry food additives handled in smaller quantities.

Pet Food

Woven polypropylene bags, BOPP bags, and bulk bags for dry pet food kibble, raw freeze-dried pet food, and pet food ingredients including protein meals and grain fractions.

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Woven Polypropylene Bags

Strong, lightweight, and tear resistant, woven polypropylene fabric bags are a good choice for storing and transporting dry, flowable food ingredients like rice and dried beans. These tough, durable bags help maintain freshness, repel moisture, and keep pests and contaminants out.

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Improve Efficiency with Advanced Packaging Equipment

Our food packaging solutions increase production capacity and enhance operational efficiency. Bag your product faster using our portfolio of valve and open mouth bagging machines.

Bagging Equipment for Food Processing

A streamlined bagging process is essential for high volume industrial food operations. Choice Bagging Equipment (CBE), based in Taylor, Texas, offers advanced bag filling equipment and palletizing systems to customers worldwide.

These user-friendly bagging equipment systems for food processing quickly fill, seal, and palletize powders, flakes, and granular products. Connect with CBE for new or improved equipment inquiries.

Why Food Manufacturers Choose Southern Packaging

  • GFSI certified supply chain - FSSC 22000, SQF, ISO 22000, and AIB certified manufacturing partners
  • Largest domestic inventory in North America - 1,100+ products stocked in Venus, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth) for rapid fulfillment
  • No long-term contracts - month-to-month agreements with no hidden fees or minimum commitment requirements
  • 20+ years of experience - serving food manufacturers since 2004
  • 100 million bags shipped in 2025

Southern Packaging: Your Solution for Food Packaging

Southern Packaging, LP has a long-standing history of working with food processors to deliver reliable, innovative packaging solutions.

Our commitment to food safety, sustainability, and innovation sets us apart as a trusted partner for food processors. We know how important it is to have packaging that meets safety standards and contributes to the overall efficiency of your operations.

Contact us today for food packaging solutions that keep your processing operations competitive and compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a bulk bag food grade?

A food grade bulk bag (FIBC) is made from FDA-approved virgin polypropylene fabric with no recycled content, dyes, or chemical additives that could migrate into food contact materials. The manufacturing facility must also meet food safety standards - Southern Packaging's manufacturing partners hold AIB and SQF certifications for food-grade FIBC production.

 

How do I choose the right food grade packaging supplier?

For industrial food manufacturers, the key qualifications are: (1) GFSI-recognized certifications (FSSC 22000, SQF, or ISO 22000) to verify food safety management; (2) FDA-compliant raw materials documented by the supplier; (3) domestic inventory availability to protect against supply chain disruptions; and (4) experience with your specific product category, whether that's bulk powders, grains, or food additives. Southern Packaging meets all four criteria and offers flexible procurement with no long-term contracts.

What is the difference between food grade and food safe packaging?

'Food grade' refers to the material composition - the packaging is made from substances approved by the FDA for direct or indirect food contact. 'Food safe' refers to the broader condition of the packaging when it reaches you - meaning it has been produced, stored, and handled in a manner that prevents contamination. Southern Packaging products are both food grade (FDA-approved materials) and food safe (produced in certified clean facilities under GFSI-recognized standards).

Does Southern Packaging offer custom printed food packaging?

Yes. Multi-wall paper bags and BOPP woven polypropylene bags are available with custom print options for brand identity, ingredient labeling, and compliance markings. Contact our team for print specifications and minimum order quantities.

 

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