Reusable Produce Crates & Food Packaging Boxes

Reusable produce crates are becoming the new standard for fresh produce and seafood supply chains. This page shows you how our food packaging boxes work in real operations – from field packing and pre-cooling to DCs and supermarket backrooms – and how they help you move from one-way packaging to a reusable crate system.

MOQ 1,000 units · Lead time 7–14 days · Made in Vietnam & China Factories

Reusable Produce Crates for Fresh Supply Chains

Oreusable produce crates and food packaging boxes are used by growers, packers, retailers and 3PLs moving fruits, vegetables and seafood. They run through field packing, pre-cooling, cold storage and DCs without constant repacking, helping cut product damage, stabilize stacking and turn everyday packaging into a repeatable logistics asset

For Large Farms & Growers

Standard 1/9 & 1/2 bushel vented crates
High-impact 4.5–5.5 mm sheets withstand field handling
FDA + EU 10/2011 dual compliance documentation package included
Private label printing available

For Supermarkets & E-commerce DCs

Display-ready, nestable when empty (save 70 % return space)
Leak-resistant versions for iced seafood & meat
Custom colours + supermarket branding
7–14 day delivery to US, MX, EU, BR hubs

For Packaging Converters (Private Label)

We supply finished boxes only – never sell sheets to your customers
Full compliance package (FDA, EU 10/2011, migration reports) ready in 48 hrs
Your logo & design, our production & certification
MOQ 1,000 units, price $1.50–$2.80 depending on spec

Leak-Resistant Seafood & Ice Totes

Special ice-grade sheet – no water leakage
4.5–5.0 mm thickness, reinforced corners
FDA-compliant, NSF-compatible documentation available
Popular in California, Baja, Sonora, Brazil coastal areas

Stop Losing Money on Broken Packaging Today

6 Problems That Cost You Thousands Every Week – Fixed in One Shipment

Your Current Nightmare	9ARE Finished Box Fixes It Instantly	Real Feedback from Our Clients (2024-2025)
Wax boxes collapse the moment they get wet	100 % waterproof – stack 30 high, zero crush at the supermarket	“No more picking up smashed broccoli every morning” – California grower
EPS foam used once → landfill + fines	Same box 80+ trips, down to $0.19 per trip, no more EPA headaches	“Saved $1.8 million in foam costs last year” – Baja exporter
Wooden crates too heavy, drivers hate them	60 % lighter than wood, 40 % more crates per container	“Freight cost dropped $42,000/month” – Texas forwarder
Private-label buyers screaming for compliance docs in 48 hrs	Full FDA + EU 10/2011 + migration reports emailed in 48 hrs	“Never have to run tests myself again” – German private-label converter
Seafood ice water leaks all over the truck floor	Truly zero-leak (turn upside down for 30 min – not a single drop)	“Cleanest fish truck our customer has ever seen” – Sonora seafood plant
Empty crates eating up warehouse rent	5 empty crates nest into the space of 1 → 70 % space saved	“Cancelled an entire warehouse lease” – Dallas e-commerce DC

Optimized for Your Packaging Needs

Our finished boxes are produced from PP hollow sheets that fit seamlessly into your operations. As a direct manufacturer (not agents), with facilities in Vietnam & China , we ensure reliable supply to Europe, North America, and Brazil…

Easy Integration

Compatible with your labeling and stacking systems; ±0.5mm tolerances for precise fits

Scalable Solutions

Start with samples and ramp up to high volumes without delays

Product Specifications for Finished Boxes

Our finished PP hollow sheet boxes are ready for immediate use in food scenarios. Customize for your

Feature	Description	Options
Material	PP hollow sheet (fluted for strength)	Food-grade PP; HDPE options for specific needs
Thickness	Balanced for durability	3-6mm (e.g., 4-6mm for 1/9 bushel, 3-5mm for ½ bushel, 3.2-3.5mm for produce boxes)
GSM	Load-optimized	300-600 g/m²
Colors	Branding and hygiene	White, Green, Blue; Pantone custom
Sizes	Standard and custom	1/9 or ½ bushel formats; vented lids/bases; up to 2,000 × 1,200mm base sheets
Additives	Functional enhancements	UV/anti-static; ice/leak-resistant for seafood
Printing	Compliant inks	1-4 colors (1c/2c/4c); multi-label customization

Why PP Hollow Sheet Produce Boxes Outlast Corrugated

Extrusion – Precise PP hollow sheet production with controlled thickness and flute structure.
Cutting & Forming – Custom die-cut vents and shapes matched to your box designs.
Assembly – Welding and folding into durable, reusable tote and box formats.
Quality Checks – Mechanical tests plus documentation to match your compliance needs.

Customization Inquiries

Tell us your application, we’ll match the box

Share what you pack and how you move it – product, target weight, temperature, trip distance, automation and certification needs. Our configurator translates that into PP hollow sheet thickness, vents, printing and box style, then gives instant quote ranges from 1k units.

Real-world example

A recent inquiry from a U.S.-Mexico agro supplier sought quotes for 1/9 bushel produce boxes (4-6mm PP, vented), ½ bushel (3-5mm), produce-specific (3.2-3.5mm for green onions/broccoli), and seafood totes—with FDA certs, migration tests, certifications, recyclability, capacity, and landed pricing to Baja/Sonora/CA. Our finished boxes meet this exactly.
Because we manufacture in-house, we can align thickness, testing reports and pricing tiers to that brief without adding extra intermediaries.

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FAQ

What PP hollow sheet thickness do you recommend for my application?

For fresh produce, we typically see 3–3.5 mm for light items (leafy greens, herbs), 3.5–4 mm for grapes and berries, and 4–6 mm for heavier loads such as root vegetables or mixed packs. For 1/2 bushel and 1/9 bushel formats, our team can map your weight and stacking needs to a thickness range during the configuration call.

Are your boxes food-contact safe and compliant for the U.S. and Europe?

We use food-grade PP with migration tests, FDA-related documentation and recyclability data available on request. For specific markets or retailers, we can match your documentation checklist and include it in the first sample shipment.

How many reuse cycles can I expect from one PP hollow sheet box?

Under normal handling, customers often reuse these boxes for dozens of trips. Actual cycles depend on loading, stacking, washing and how the boxes are handled in the field or DC. We can help you design the box to match your target “cost per use”.

What is the typical MOQ and lead time for export orders?

Most projects start from around 1,000–3,000 units for pilot runs, then scale to higher volumes once the design is locked. Lead time depends on thickness, printing and destination (Europe, North America, Brazil), but we usually plan production in combination with our sheet extrusion schedule.

Why should I switch from cartons to reusable produce crates?

Reusable produce crates provide more stable stacking, lower damage and a predictable cost per trip for fresh produce supply chains, compared with one-way cartons and foam boxes.

Can I customize colors, sizes and branding?

Yes. Crates can be produced in your preferred color range, with simple branding, labels and codes to match your internal tracking system.