Step-by-step: how to order PP produce crates factory-direct from Elipacko.
Get a Quote from Elipacko →| Crate Size | Units per 40HQ |
|---|---|
| Small (10kg) | 700–900 |
| Medium (20kg) | 500–700 |
| Large (40kg) | 300–450 |
0% anti-dumping duty (Thailand-manufactured) on PP produce crates. Standard import duty ~3.4% for PP articles. No ADD, no Section 301.
One 40HQ container.
17–24 days to US West Coast (3 days production + 14–21 days freight).
Yes. FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 compliance statement included.
Yes — contact Elipacko for exact mixed-size configuration.
Yes at container-load quantities.
Polypropylene corrugated produce packaging represent the most significant upgrade available to procurement teams still running single-use cardboard. The material is waterproof, structurally consistent, forklift-compatible, and designed for 50-100 reuse cycles. For industries in agriculture, fresh produce, cold storage, the switch from cardboard to PP corrugated typically pays for itself within one production season.
This guide covers everything buyers need to know about sourcing, specifying, and getting maximum value from produce packaging: material specs, industry applications, import duty considerations, and how to evaluate suppliers in a market full of resellers moving low-quality imports.
The comparison between PP corrugated and cardboard isn't close in any environment where moisture, temperature variation, repeated use, or forklift handling is involved. Here's the breakdown:
| Property | PP Corrugated | Cardboard |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | 100% waterproof | Fails rapidly |
| Reuse cycles | 50-100 | 1 |
| Forklift compatible | Yes (designed for it) | Limited, degrades fast |
| Cleanable | Fully washable | No |
| Food-grade options | FDA 21 CFR compliant | Limited |
| ISPM-15 required | No | No (but wood components do) |
Choosing the right produce packaging requires matching wall thickness, flute profile, and resin grade to your specific application. Key specifications: