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Milk Powder Packaging: The 25kg Bag Standard
Why 25kg multi-wall paper bags dominate dairy export, and when big bags or other formats make sense.
8 May 2026 4 min read
If you have ever received a quote for milk powder, the packing line almost always reads '25 kg bags'. Here is why that format is the export standard.
The 25kg multi-wall paper bag
25 kg multi-wall paper bags with an inner liner protect the powder from moisture and odours, palletise efficiently and are easy to handle and repack — making them the default for FCMP, SMP, cocoa and many ingredients.
When other formats apply
- Big bags (500–1000 kg) for high-volume industrial users
- Tins or retail formats for finished consumer products
- Drums for fats such as AMF and butter oil
Container loading
Palletised 25 kg bags load efficiently into a container, balancing weight and volume. Confirm whether you want palletised or floor-loaded based on your handling at destination.
Key takeaways
- 25 kg paper bags are the dairy export standard
- They protect, palletise and repack easily
- Big bags suit high-volume industrial buyers
- Confirm palletised vs floor-loaded for your port
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