IS 16186:2014
Light weight jute sacking bags for packing 50 Kg foodgrains
1. Summary about Light Weight Jute Sacking Bags for Packing 50 Kg Foodgrains
Light weight jute sacking bags are designed to pack and transport 50 kg foodgrains while using optimized fabric weight. They offer adequate strength, breathability, and cost efficiency for large-scale agricultural and public distribution systems.
2. Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Light Weight Jute Sacking Bags for Packing 50 Kg Foodgrains
BIS certification is mandatory to ensure that reduced fabric weight does not compromise load-bearing capacity, stitching quality, and handling safety during storage and transportation.
3. What is BIS Certified for Light Weight Jute Sacking Bags for Packing 50 Kg Foodgrains
BIS certification confirms conformity with the applicable Indian Standard issued by the :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} through testing of fabric weight, tensile strength, dimensions, and stitching.
Tests required for Light Weight Jute Sacking Bags for Packing 50 Kg Foodgrains
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Construction | Required |
| Seam | Required |
| Safety stitch | Required |
| Hemming at mouth | Required |
| Freedom from defects | Required |
Specific requirements
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Dimension | Required |
| Ends & Picks/ dm | Required |
| Average breaking strength of sacking (Wrap & weftway) | Required |
| Average seam breaking strength. | Required |
| Moisture Regain | Required |
| Oil Content | Required |
| Total Number of bags per Bale | Required |
| Contract mass of a bale | Required |
| Corrected net mass of a bale | Required |
| Number of Bags per bundle | Required |
| Number of joined bags per bundle of 25 bags. | Required |
4. Benefits of BIS Certification for Light Weight Jute Sacking Bags for Packing 50 Kg Foodgrains
- Ensures safe load-bearing despite reduced fabric weight
- Mandatory for government and PDS procurement
- Reduces risk of tearing and spillage
- Improves transport and stacking reliability
- Builds institutional trust