Export Bag Calculator
Calculate export requirements for multiple commodities with container and pallet optimization
Export Calculator
Calculation Results
About This Calculator
This advanced calculator helps exporters in Pakistan and South Asia determine packaging, pallet, and container requirements for various commodities.
Select your commodity, enter the weight in metric tons, choose your bag type, pallet type, stacking height, and container, then get instant results for your export planning.
Supported Commodities
Container Specifications
Standard container dimensions used in calculations:
- 20ft Standard: 5.9m x 2.35m x 2.39m (33 m³ capacity)
- 40ft Standard: 12.03m x 2.35m x 2.39m (67.7 m³ capacity)
- 40ft High Cube: 12.03m x 2.35m x 2.69m (76.3 m³ capacity)
Calculations account for stacking limitations and commodity density.
How to Use the Export Calculator
Follow these simple steps to calculate your export requirements:
Select Commodity Type
Choose the commodity you’re exporting from the dropdown menu. We support various agricultural products including rice, sesame seeds, maize, wheat, pulses, beans, sugar, and cotton.
Enter Total Weight
Input the total weight of your shipment in metric tons. The calculator will automatically convert this to the appropriate number of bags based on your selected bag size.
Choose Bag Type
Select your preferred bag size: standard (50kg), small (25kg), jumbo (100kg), or custom size. For custom bags, you can specify dimensions in centimeters or inches and weight in kg or lbs.
Select Pallet Type
Choose your pallet type: standard (120×100 cm), Euro (120×80 cm), custom size, or no pallets. For custom pallets, you can specify dimensions in centimeters or inches.
Set Stacking Height
Specify how many layers of bags you want to stack on each pallet. The calculator will ensure your stacking height doesn’t exceed container limits for safe transport.
Choose Container Type
Select the container type you plan to use: 20ft standard, 40ft standard, 40ft high cube, or no container (for local transport calculations).
Calculate and Review Results
Click the “Calculate Export Requirements” button to see detailed results including total bags needed, pallets required, containers needed, stacking information, and optimal arrangement details.
Benefits of Using Our Export Calculator
Our export calculator provides significant advantages for exporters, suppliers, and farmers in Pakistan and South Asia:
Time Savings
Eliminate manual calculations and complex spreadsheets. Get instant, accurate results with just a few clicks.
Cost Optimization
Precisely calculate your packaging and shipping needs to avoid overordering materials or underestimating container requirements.
Multiple Commodity Support
Calculate requirements for various agricultural products including rice, sesame seeds, maize, wheat, pulses, beans, sugar, and cotton.
Flexible Unit Options
Work with both metric and imperial units. Switch between centimeters/inches for dimensions and kg/lbs for weights based on your preference.
Container Optimization
Maximize container space utilization with accurate calculations of how many bags and pallets fit in each container type.
Stacking Guidance
Get recommendations for safe stacking heights that comply with international shipping standards and container limitations.
Customization Options
Adjust calculations for custom bag sizes, pallet dimensions, stacking heights, and various container types to match your specific export needs.
No Registration Required
Access all features immediately without creating an account or providing personal information.
Completely Free
Use our advanced calculator without any cost, limitations, or hidden fees.
Formulas Used in This Calculator
This calculator uses industry-standard formulas to provide accurate export planning calculations:
For 40ft containers: 20-24 pallets
For 40ft High Cube: 24 pallets
Actual Stacking Height = min(Selected Stacking Height, Max Stacking Height)
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This tool helps you optimize packaging, plan logistics, and provide accurate quotes for international rice exports.
SEO-Friendly FAQ’s: Rice Export Bag Calculator
Q: What is the standard rice bag size for export from Pakistan?
A: The undisputed standard is a 25kg woven polypropylene (WPP) bag, typically measuring 24 inches by 14 inches.
Q: How many 25kg rice bags fit in a 40-foot container?
A: A 40ft container can typically hold between 1,600 to 1,800 bags of 25kg rice, depending on palletization efficiency, for a total of 40-45 metric tons.
Q: Why is the 25kg bag used for export?
A: The 25kg weight is the global wholesale standard, offering the best balance of handling efficiency, stacking stability on pallets, and cost-effective shipping.
Q: Do you calculate for vacuum-packed bags?
A: Yes. The tool includes options for vacuum-packed retail bags (5kg, 10kg), which have different dimensions and pallet loading calculations than standard woven bags.
Q: Is this calculator specific to Pakistan?
A: While optimized for the Pakistani and South Asian export industry which relies on the 25kg standard, the tool is accurate for global rice export logistics planning.