Which produce crate dimensions for your crop? Here are the standard footprints used in US commercial agriculture.
Get a Quote from Elipacko →| Crop | Crate Size (L×W×H mm) | Capacity | Stack Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berries (small) | 400×300×120 | 5 kg | 8–10 high |
| Leafy greens | 600×400×200 | 10–12 kg | 6–8 high |
| Tomatoes | 600×400×250 | 15–20 kg | 6–8 high |
| Citrus | 600×400×300 | 20–25 kg | 6–8 high |
| Potatoes/root veg | 700×500×350 | 30–40 kg | 4–6 high |
| Bulk citrus/apple | 800×600×400 | 40–60 kg | 4–5 high |
These are standard configurations. Elipacko produces custom dimensions for any crop on container-load orders. Include your capacity target and crop type in your quote request — Elipacko will recommend appropriate dimensions and ventilation.
Common: 600×400mm footprint in 200–300mm heights for leafy greens and tomatoes. 700×500mm footprint for heavier root vegetables.
Yes on container-load orders.
6–8 high for most crops. 4–6 high for heavy root vegetables.
Wall thickness reduces inside dimension. For 4mm PP: inside is ~8mm less than outside on each wall.
One 40HQ container.
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: