Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of hermetic packaging?
Hermetic packaging is a type of advanced packaging that makes the contents inside not only air-tight but offers high barrier protection against external elements like oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases.
Are the bags food grade?
CropSto bags are food grade and are compliant with USFDA & EU Regulations. Yes, we have certificates from SGS for the same. Latest certifications can be shared with you on request.
How long can we use CropSto Bags for?
They can be easily used for a period of 5 years from the date of manufacture.
What is the shelf life of the food grains packed in CropSto Bags?
Our recyclable bags have Multi layers of high barrier packaging that keeps the coffee beans and other products fresh in all atmospheric conditions without the help of pesticides or insecticides for more than 3 X shelf life.
What is the meaning of Multilayers of high barrier of CropSto?
Our bags have Multi layers of high barrier food grade recyclable plastic resins that have high oxygen and moisture barriers and so keeps coffee and other food grains fresh and offers unprecedented flexibility in terms of food safety, high barrier plastic packaging & storage options.
What is the thickness of the film of CropSto products?
Our products have a uniform thickness profile with a minimum variation of 2 sigma quality, excellent stretch, cling, and puncture resistance with high clarity film. Different CropSto product ranges have different thickness- Storage bags are 80/82 microns thick while CropSto Sampler bags, FIBC, liners, and Vacuum bags are 150 microns in thickness.
Are CropSto Bags US FDA & EU Compliant?
Yes, CropSto Bags are US FDA & EU compliant food grade packaging. The relevant SGS certification can be sent by us on request.
What is the standard box pack dimension and weight of CropSto products?
Please refer to our price cum packing list.
How long can we preserve the moisture and aroma of green coffee in CropSto Bags?
For more than one year if packed and preserved properly.
How many times can we reuse CropSto Bags?
At least three times if stored properly.
How do you seal the CropSto Storage Bags?
With the help of cable ties or heat sealing.
Can you heat seal the CropSto Bags to close the mouth of a filled bag?
Yes, with the help of a heat sealing machine of right width.
How do we preserve the aroma and moisture of green coffee for a long duration?
CropSto's oxygen barrier properties allow the aroma to remain locked into the bags. The moisture barrier properties also do not allow atmospheric moisture to come in or grain moisture levels to get released into the atmosphere.
Do you also have Vacuum machines for CropSto Vacuum Bags?
Yes, we offer Vacuum machines to seal the CropSto Vacuum Bags -The Vacupack VD-700 is a powerful straight chamber vacuum machine with durability, power and seal compression with utmost ease for maximum quantity upto 20kgs of food grains.
How many kilos of green coffee beans can you pack in CropSto 1T FIBC Bags?
The exact quantity depends on the bulk density of the green beans. But one can safely consider packing1000 kgs of green beans in them.
How are CropSto products different from the competition?
CropSto products are Multi layered high barrier transparent recyclable food grade plastic bags with OTR and WVTR close to zero thus preserving food grains for more than a year in terms of their aroma and moisture content. Multi layered technology gives that extra protection needed for sensitive food grains and increases the shelf life of the product packed.
Which type of secondary packaging can we use for CropSto Storage Bags?
Preferred secondary packaging for CropSto Storage Bags are jute and Polypropylene bags. Secondary packaging helps in handling and stacking of bags.
Do you have reusable cable ties for sealing of the CropSto Bags
Yes, we use only reusable cable ties only.
What is the optimum moisture percentage for dried cocoa/ green coffee beans while packing them in CropSto Bags?
7 to 8 percentage for cocoa and 10 to 12 percentage for green coffee beans.
What is the optimum humidity and temperature at which the food grains should be packed in CropSto Bags?
15 to 30 degrees Celsius and Relative Humidity between 40 to 70%. With such conditions the chances of condensation in the coffee gets minimised even in the toughest of atmospheric conditions after having the food grains packed.
Could you share a price list of CropSto products?
Kindly email us at sales@CropSto.in for a full price cum product list of all our products.
How can I get the local pricing of your products in my country?
You can directly contact our distributors in your country for this or email us at sales@CropSto.in or contact us through WhatsApp connect on our website.
Where can we get the catalogue for CropSto products?
You may contact us at sales@CropSto.in
Are you able to ship to my country?
Yes, we can ship to your country directly or through our nearest distributor. Please check availability in your country here or email us at sales@CropSto.in
Do you have local stocks of your products in my country?
We have stocks in all the countries where we have distributors. Please check out here…
How long do you take to ship the bags after we place the order?
The terms of delivery are normally finalised at the time of order.
Can we buy directly from the head office and not from the distributor?
It is possible for high volume quantities to get the shipments directly done from the Head office in India.
Can we choose our forwarder for the shipment?
Yes. That is possible.
How can I track the shipment once I place an order?
The specific tracking numbers of the shipment shall be shared via email.
Are CropSto Bags recyclable and reusable?
CropSto bags are 100% recyclable and reusable. Please visit here…
Are the Bags Eco-friendly?
Since sustainability is important to our vision we are always guided and driven to protect the future of our planet. Eco-friendly technology and processes are key in achieving this.
Are the Bags biodegradable?
No, the bags are not biodegradable as of now.