Requirements for kitchenware export packaging: How to avoid damage during transportation?

The following are detailed requirements and suggestions for kitchenware export packaging to help you effectively avoid damage during transportation:

1. Selection of packaging materials
   Inner packaging

Buffering materials: Use EPE pearl cotton, bubble film, foam plastic or honeycomb paper and other buffering materials to wrap the edges, corners and fragile parts of kitchenware (such as glass pot lids and ceramic handles).

Separation treatment: When multiple kitchenware are packed together, they need to be separated by partitions or independent paper molds to avoid collision (for example, knives and pots need to be separated).

Moisture-proof and rust-proof: Stainless steel kitchenware needs to be added with rust-proof paper or vacuum packaging; wooden kitchenware needs to be wrapped with moisture-proof film.

Outer packaging

Carton standard: Use double-layer corrugated carton (ECT ≥ 44, bursting strength ≥ 1400kPa), thickness ≥ 5mm, and mark the “fragile items” mark on the box.

Wooden box/wooden frame: Heavy kitchenware (such as cast iron pots) needs to be fixed with fumigated wooden boxes, and wooden frames are added inside for support.

2. Packing Specifications
   Filling gaps: All gaps in the box must be filled with filling particles, air bags or foam blocks to ensure that there is no room for the goods to shake.

Weight distribution: The weight of a single box is recommended to be ≤25kg, heavy objects (such as cast iron kitchen utensils) are placed at the bottom, and light objects (such as silicone spatulas) are placed on top.

Shockproof test: After packing, pass the 1.2-meter drop test (3 times at different angles) to ensure that there is no damage.

3. Transportation protection measures
   Container reinforcement

When stacking goods, they are arranged in a “tic-tac-toe” shape, and cushioning plates are added between layers.

Use straps or inflatable bags to secure the goods in the container to prevent displacement.

Environmental control

When shipping by sea, place desiccant (such as calcium chloride) in the container to prevent moisture, and moisture-sensitive products need to use moisture-proof containers.

Avoid extreme temperature transportation (such as silicone kitchen utensils should be kept away from high temperatures).

IV. Labels and Documents
Warning Labels: The following labels (in Chinese and English) are clearly marked on the outer box:

⚠️ “FRAGILE”

☔ “KEEP DRY”

↑ “THIS SIDE UP”

Document Notes: The bill of lading and packing list indicate the packaging method (such as “Packed with reinforced wooden case”) for easy inspection.

V. Solutions to Common Problems
Problem 1: Shattered glass kitchenware
Solution: Use thickened bubble film + independent paper mold, and label the outer box with “DO NOT STACK”.

Problem 2: Scratched metal kitchenware
Solution: Apply PE protective film on the surface and wrap it with pearl cotton before packing.

The above measures can significantly reduce the transportation damage rate. It is recommended to develop subdivided packaging plans for different types of kitchenware (such as knives, ceramics, and stainless steel), and conduct box sampling tests before shipment.