How to Identify Genuine Anti-Static Pouches vs Standard Bubble Bags
Spot the difference: genuine anti-static pouches vs standard bubble bags pretending to be.
Identification methods
Quick answer
Verify with surface resistance testing, not just colour. Genuine anti-static pouches have surface resistance of 10^9 to 10^12 ohms. Pink colour is the standard indicator but some cheap bags are simply dyed pink without ESD treatment. Check for anti-static labelling, request supplier certificates, and test with a surface resistance meter. Never assume pink means anti-static without verification.
Visual checks
Genuine indicator when combined with labelling and certification.
Look for ESD symbols, resistance values, and standards references.
Request and verify.
Some suppliers sell dyed pink bags without genuine ESD treatment.
Testing: testing guide or surface resistance.
Definitive testing
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Verified anti-static pouches
Certified ESD pouches from ProcuraPack.
Browse anti-static bubble pouchesFrequently asked questions
Test surface resistance. Should read 10^9-10^12 ohms.
No, some cheap bags are dyed pink without ESD treatment.
ESD symbols, surface resistance values, and standards references.
Yes, spot-test samples from every delivery.
Reject the batch. Using fake ESD packaging risks destroying components.
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