Fruit and vegetable packaging manufacturers supply the clear PET and PP containers, trays, punnets, and clamshells used to pack, display, and protect fresh produce from farm to retail. Weifang Chuanhe New Material Co., Ltd. (CHUAN HE) is such a manufacturer, specializing in the innovative design and customized production of PET and PP thermoformed packaging containers for fruit and vegetable packaging and baking packaging. This article explains what makes a reliable fruit and vegetable packaging manufacturer, what to check before ordering, and how CHUAN HE's product range and production system address those requirements.

HB-7001 fruit & vegetable container — clear PET, food-grade BPA-free plastic, stackable design.

Fresh fruit and vegetables are among the most demanding products to package. The container must protect delicate produce during cold-chain transport, allow moisture management through ventilation, stay stable at refrigerator temperatures, and display the product clearly so shoppers can see what they are buying. At the same time, packaging sold into the EU and North American markets must meet food-contact regulations, and many retailers expect recyclable or eco-friendly formats.

Buyers evaluating fruit and vegetable packaging manufacturers typically face four problems:

• Compliance risk: packaging that is not food-grade, BPA-free, or documented under EU or FDA food-contact rules can block a shipment at customs or fail a retailer audit.
• Performance gaps: thin or poorly designed containers deform in the cold chain, break during transit, or fog on the shelf, increasing food waste and product returns.
• Limited customization: supermarket private labels and e-commerce brands need custom sizes, colors, and logo printing; not every manufacturer supports OEM/ODM development.
• Supply instability: large export orders require continuous capacity, in-house tooling, and predictable delivery; sourcing through a trading middleman adds cost and risk.

Fresh produce packaging is a large and expanding category. According to Market Research Future, the global produce packaging market — specific to fruits and vegetables — was valued at approximately USD 38.08 billion in 2024. Spherical Insights & Consulting estimates the broader fresh food packaging market reached USD 134.60 billion in 2024 and projects it to reach USD 240.50 billion by 2035. In Europe alone, the fresh food packaging market was valued at USD 15.2 billion in 2024, with a projected CAGR of 4.5% through 2033.

Regulation is tightening in parallel. EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 sets the framework for all food contact materials, requiring that they do not release constituents into food at levels harmful to human health. EU Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 specifically governs plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food, including PET and PP containers. Looking ahead, the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will ban single-use plastic packaging for fresh fruit and vegetables under 1.5 kg from 2030 — a driver for recyclable and reusable container designs.

The competitive landscape includes major global players. Mordor Intelligence lists Amcor PLC, Berry Global Group, Sealed Air Corp, Mondi Group, and Smurfit Kappa among key global competitors in food packaging. For importers and private-label programs, specialized thermoforming manufacturers such as CHUAN HE supply the same category at factory-direct cost with custom tooling support.

Weifang Chuanhe New Material Co., Ltd., established in 2013, is a manufacturer located in Weifang, China, adjacent to Qingdao Port — the country's second-largest foreign trade port. The company specializes in innovative design and customized production of PET and PP thermoformed packaging containers. Its main product lines are baking packaging and fruit and vegetable packaging, and 100% of sales are exported to the European Union, the United States, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East.

CHUAN HE's fruit and vegetable packaging line includes four families of containers, all produced in food-grade, BPA-free plastic.

Fruit & Vegetable Containers. These are clear PET storage containers for berries, tomatoes, grapes, and vegetables. Representative models include HB-7001 (19.5 × 19.5 × 5 cm), HB-SG250ML (13.5 × 11.5 × 6.5 cm), HB-SG300ML (17.5 × 13.5 × 6 cm), HB-SG500ML (17.5 × 13.5 × 7.5 cm), HB-SG1000ML (23 × 17.5 × 9 cm), HB-8OZ-235 (14.3 × 12.5 × 6 cm), HB-7123 (12.9 × 9.7 × 7.2 cm), and HB-PG02 (22.5 × 12 × 10 cm). They are refrigerator safe, ventilated, stackable, and made of food-grade BPA-free plastic compliant with food contact standards.

HB-SG250ML 250 ml fruit & vegetable container — a common strawberry punnet format.

Produce Trays. The tray line is designed for supermarket display and MAP (modified atmosphere packaging) production lines. Models include HB-MG08 OZ (14.2 × 12.5 × 6.8 cm), HB-MG24 OZ (18.6 × 18.6 × 8.9 cm), HB-MG40 OZ (28 × 19.4 × 6.8 cm), WSF-01 (23.3 × 18 × 5 cm), HB-3066 (14.4 × 12.2 × 4.7 cm), HB-T9333 (16.8 × 11.4 × 3 cm), and HB-T9576 (19.4 × 11.4 × 5.8 cm). These trays have a rigid, anti-deformation structure, a clear transparent body for visual display, and a stackable design that saves warehouse and retail space. PP models such as HB-75-28(PP) and HB-221360(PP) are also available.

Salad Containers. Clear PET salad boxes include HB5053 (15.2 × 10.2 × 5.3 cm), HB1720 (18.5 × 18.5 × 6 cm), HB5240 (17 × 11.5 × 3.7 cm), HB5224 (17.1 × 12.3 × 5.6 cm), and HB7047 (15.6 × 11.7 × 4.5 cm). They feature a leakproof and airtight lid, an optional compartment design that separates sauce from vegetables, and stackable, anti-break construction suitable for delivery and retail.

Tamper Evident Packaging. For prepared fruit, salads, bakery items, and dry fruit, CHUAN HE offers tamper-evident PET containers in 8 oz, 16 oz, 20 oz, 24 oz, and 32 oz sizes (for example HB-16OZ at 14 × 11.6 × 6.2 cm). These provide high transparency, a dustproof seal, and ODM/OEM support for custom shapes, colors, and sizes.

CHUAN HE's facility covers 62,000 m² and employs 51–100 staff. The production system is designed for vertical integration:

• 4 PET sheet extrusion lines and 2 PP sheet extrusion lines, which control raw material quality and cost.
• 20 fully automatic thermoforming machines and 20 standard thermoforming machines, including 4 advanced Kiefel machines imported from Germany.
• An in-house mold workshop, which reduces the cost of outsourced raw materials and supports coordinated production and faster delivery.
• Annual production capacity of 54,000 tons, with an R&D team of 5 engineers.

CHUAN HE manufacturing base in Weifang, located near Qingdao Port.

The company holds CE, BRC, FDA, EU, and SGS quality management certifications. Its plastic packaging is certified to BRCGS Global Standard for Packaging Materials, certification number CN26/00005423, issued by SGS and applicable to NA, EU, ME, SEA, and LATAM markets. For frozen and heated applications, CHUAN HE's blister packaging maintains stable performance under both freezing and heating conditions, with a 38% lower heat deformation rate and a 32% lower low-temperature cracking rate compared to untreated blister packaging — a relevant factor for frozen food storage, microwave heating, quick-freezing processing, and cold transport.

Honest limitations help buyers plan. As an export-oriented Chinese manufacturer, CHUAN HE ships internationally, so delivery times to North America or Europe are longer than local sourcing. Buyers should plan for sea freight, customs, and documentation. The trade-off is factory-direct pricing, 100% export experience, and a production base positioned beside Qingdao Port for export logistics.

Use this five-step checklist when qualifying suppliers for fruit and vegetable packaging programs.

Ask for the plastic grade and food-contact documentation. EU buyers should map the packaging to Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 and Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. Look for food-grade BPA-free plastic and third-party certification; CHUAN HE's BRCGS certificate (CN26/00005423, issued by SGS) is an example of verifiable evidence.

For retail display and product visibility, clear PET is the standard. Confirm that containers are refrigerator safe, ventilated where needed, and stackable to reduce warehouse and shipping volume. For modified atmosphere lines, check MAP compatibility — the HB-MG tray models are designed for this.

Private-label programs need custom size, color, and logo printing. Some brands need custom shapes or compartment layouts. A manufacturer with an in-house mold workshop and ODM/OEM service can develop these without depending on external tooling suppliers.

Review the number of extrusion and thermoforming lines, total capacity, and whether the factory controls sheet production in-house. CHUAN HE's 54,000-ton capacity, 40 thermoforming machines, and 6 sheet extrusion lines are the type of data a procurement team should collect from any candidate.

Factory-direct suppliers should accept small trial orders before bulk wholesale. This lets you validate print quality, packaging performance, and transit durability on a real shipment before committing to a container-size order.

Supermarkets and retail chains. Clear PET fruit and vegetable containers and trays support consumer selection and self-service display. Stackable designs save refrigerator and shelf space, and the transparent body lets shoppers inspect produce without opening the package.

E-commerce and fresh food brands. Sturdy, anti-deformation trays reduce damage during last-mile delivery. Salad containers with leakproof, airtight lids and optional sauce compartments keep prepared meals intact in transit.

Agricultural exporters. Exporters need packaging that survives shipping, inspection, and overseas regulatory review. CHUAN HE's BRCGS-certified packaging supports buyers selling into NA, EU, ME, SEA, and LATAM markets.

Bakeries and food retailers. The same production system supplies baking packaging and tamper-evident containers for salads, cakes, sweets, frozen food trays, and dry fruit containers.

Produce packaging in retail display — clear visibility is a core requirement for supermarket buyers.

CHUAN HE's export projects include long-running North American and Southeast Asian programs. In Canada, a food plastic container project supplies roughly 300,000 pieces per month for supermarket fresh produce display, cold-chain storage, and food packaging transportation, with cooperation lasting over five years and clients including large chain supermarkets. In Southeast Asia, projects across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia involve monthly orders of 500,000 food plastic containers, including a 12-year cooperation on clear PET clamshell containers with vent holes.

Fruit and vegetable packaging manufacturers are evaluated on food-contact compliance, material performance, customization capability, and supply stability. CHUAN HE — Weifang Chuanhe New Material Co., Ltd. — is a 100%-export manufacturer of PET and PP thermoformed packaging containers that addresses all four criteria with in-house sheet extrusion, an in-house mold workshop, 54,000 tons of annual capacity, and BRCGS-certified quality systems. For procurement teams at produce wholesalers, supermarket chains, and e-commerce brands, the practical next step is to request a sample and map the product family to your cold-chain and retail requirements.