The Gold Standard for Safe & Efficient Food Transport

In the food industry, transporting and storing products requires not only economic efficiency but also strict compliance with hygiene and safety standards. SCHÜTZ PACKAGING SYSTEMS proudly presents the IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA – an Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) specifically designed for the safe and economical transport of food products.

The IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA is the ideal solution for food and beverage manufacturers and other sensitive applications, ensuring product quality and full regulatory compliance across the entire supply chain.

Why IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA Is the Top Choice?

As a global expert in industrial packaging, SCHÜTZ has embedded extensive food safety knowledge and international regulatory compliance into the design of the IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA. The product is manufactured using FDA-compliant materials and meets strict standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the European Regulation EC/1935/2004, and EC/10/2011.

This comprehensive compliance guarantees that your products are handled in a safe and controlled environment, enhancing brand reputation and product integrity.

Complete Food Safety Assurance

The IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA is built on a foundation of safety and quality, providing peace of mind for food manufacturers:

• Food-Safe Materials: The inner bottle is extrusion blow-molded from HDPE using food-grade, FDA-compliant materials.
• Optional Barrier Layers: To optimize product protection, optional SMP barrier, EVOH permeation barrier (to prevent aroma loss and protect against oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen ingress), and UV/light shielding are available.
• Optional SCHÜTZ FOODCERT Certification: A comprehensive food-grade system certification ensuring full compliance with food contact material regulations, production processes, and product safety.
• This includes FSSC 22000 (based on ISO 22000 combined with ISO/TS 22002-4), GFSI recognition, HACCP compliance, and full traceability down to batch and process level.

Robust Construction & Versatile Design

Every IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA is engineered for maximum durability and operational flexibility:

• Outer Container: Galvanized welded tubular steel cage protects the inner bottle. The galvanized steel base plate ensures stability and minimizes product residue.
• Multiple Pallet Options (4-way entry): Choose between:
  • Steel frame steel skid
  • Plastic skid
  • Full-plastic skid
    Suitable for a wide range of operational and environmental requirements.
• Capacity: 1,000 liters (275 gal)
• Dimensions (L×W×H): 1,200 × 1,000 × 1,160 mm
• Weight:
  • 56 kg with steel pallet
  • 59 kg with plastic skid
  • 59 kg with full-plastic skid
• Filling Opening: DN 150 or DN 225 with screw cap
• Discharge Valve Options:
  • DN 50 or DN 80 integrated butterfly valve
  • DN 50 integrated ball valve
• Maximum Density: 1.9 g/cm³

Stacking Capacity:

• Static load: Up to 4 units
• Dynamic load: Up to 2 units for products with density ≤1.5 g/cm³, 1 unit for >1.5 g/cm³

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q1: What types of products is the IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA suitable for?
A1: It is designed for transporting food and similar sensitive products.

Q2: Does the IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA comply with international food safety regulations?
A2: Yes, it complies with FDA standards (U.S.), EU Regulation EC/1935/2004 and EC/10/2011. Optional SCHÜTZ FOODCERT certification includes FSSC 22000, recognized by GFSI.

Q3: Are the materials used in the IBC SCHUTZ ECOBULK MX FDA safe for food?
A3: Yes, the inner bottle is made from extrusion blow-molded HDPE and is fully FDA-compliant and food-safe.

Q4: Are there additional protective options for the contents?
A4: Yes, available options include:

• SMP barrier layer
• EVOH permeation barrier
• UV and light protection