{"id":3345,"date":"2024-11-13T08:46:10","date_gmt":"2024-11-13T08:46:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ppboxy.com\/?post_type=product&p=3345"},"modified":"2026-06-23T08:01:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T08:01:30","slug":"shrimp-packaging-box","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/ppboxy.com\/fr\/product\/shrimp-packaging-box\/","title":{"rendered":"Shrimp Packaging Box"},"content":{"rendered":"

Shrimp Packaging Box \u2014 One Box, Two Temperature Zones<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Shrimp distribution operates across two temperature regimes that most packaging materials handle poorly: fresh shrimp packed on ice at 0\u20134\u00b0C in retail-ready displays, and frozen shrimp block-frozen or IQF (individually quick frozen) at \u221218\u00b0C for wholesale and export. A wax-coated cardboard box can handle one or the other \u2014 but not both, and not for long.<\/p>\n

PPBOXY’s shrimp packaging box is fabricated from twin-wall corrugated polypropylene that functions identically at both temperatures. At 0\u20134\u00b0C, sitting on a bed of crushed ice in a seafood display case, the waterproof PP walls prevent ice-melt water from softening the box structure. At \u221218\u00b0C, in a blast freezer or frozen storage facility, PP maintains full impact resistance \u2014 unlike waxed cardboard, which becomes brittle and cracks at freezer temperatures.<\/p>\n

This dual-temperature capability means a single box format serves the entire shrimp supply chain: packing shed \u2192 cold storage \u2192 distribution center \u2192 retail display. No box change between fresh and frozen lines. No wet cardboard disposal fees. No wax contamination in the recycling stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Product<\/th>\nPlage de temp\u00e9ratures<\/th>\nIce Compatible?<\/th>\nRetail Display?<\/th>\nAller \u00e0<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Shrimp Packaging Box<\/strong><\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C fresh + \u221218\u00b0C frozen<\/td>\n\u2705 Ice-pack & crushed ice direct contact<\/td>\n\u2705 Seafood counter-ready<\/td>\nThis page<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seafood Box (General)<\/strong><\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nOptional<\/td>\nSeafood Box \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ice Cold Seafood Box<\/strong><\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C iced<\/td>\n\u2705 \u2014 ice-pack optimized<\/td>\n\u274c Transport-focused<\/td>\nIce Cold Seafood Box \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lobster Boxes<\/strong><\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C live\/lobster<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\n\u274c<\/td>\nLobster Boxes \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fresh Seafood Packaging<\/strong><\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C fresh<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nOptional<\/td>\nFresh Seafood Packaging Box \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Caract\u00e9ristiques techniques<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Parameter<\/th>\nCaract\u00e9ristiques techniques<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Product<\/strong><\/td>\nShrimp Packaging Box \u2014 PP corrugated dual-temperature seafood container<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mat\u00e9riau<\/strong><\/td>\n3\u20135 mm twin-wall corrugated polypropylene (PP), virgin food-grade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions standard<\/strong><\/td>\n400\u00d7300 mm, 500\u00d7350 mm, 600\u00d7400 mm (footprint); height: 100\u2013200 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Box Weight (empty)<\/strong><\/td>\n~0.4\u20131.0 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacit\u00e9 de charge<\/strong><\/td>\n5\u201315 kg per box<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Plage de temp\u00e9ratures<\/strong><\/td>\n\u221220\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C continuous (spanning frozen to ambient)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Absorption d'eau<\/strong><\/td>\n< 0.01% \u2014 ice-melt water has zero effect on structure<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ice Compatibility<\/strong><\/td>\nDirect contact with crushed ice, ice packs, gel packs \u2014 no degradation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Freezer Performance<\/strong><\/td>\nMaintains full impact resistance at \u221218\u00b0C (unlike waxed cardboard which embrittles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drainage<\/strong><\/td>\nOptional bottom drainage holes for ice-melt water runoff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ventilation<\/strong><\/td>\nOptional side-wall slots for cold air circulation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Empilement<\/strong><\/td>\nStackable 6\u20138 high on pallets; interlocking lid option available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Food Contact Compliance<\/strong><\/td>\nFDA 21 CFR 177.1520; EU EC 1935\/2004<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Printability<\/strong><\/td>\nUV digital or screen print \u2014 species name, count\/size, origin, PLU, barcode<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recyclabilit\u00e9<\/strong><\/td>\n100% PP #5 \u2014 no wax coating to contaminate recycling stream<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Reuse Cycles<\/strong><\/td>\n50+ cycles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Customization<\/strong><\/td>\nSize, thickness, drainage, ventilation, internal dividers (head-on vs headless vs peeled separation), printing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quantit\u00e9 minimale de commande<\/strong><\/td>\n50 units (standard); 200 (custom)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
D\u00e9lai de livraison<\/strong><\/td>\n10\u201315 business days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Why Waxed Cardboard Fails in Shrimp Packaging \u2014 The PP Advantage<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The seafood industry has used wax-coated corrugated cardboard for decades \u2014 not because it works well, but because there was no affordable alternative. PP corrugated changes the equation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Condition<\/th>\nWax-Coated Cardboard<\/th>\nPP Corrugated Box<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Ice contact (0\u00b0C, wet)<\/strong><\/td>\nWax delays water absorption but does not prevent it \u2014 box softens over 6\u201312 hours<\/td>\n< 0.01% absorption \u2014 no softening at any duration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Freezer temperature (\u221218\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/td>\nCardboard embrittles; wax cracks; box shatters on impact<\/td>\nFull impact resistance maintained<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stacking 6-high wet<\/strong><\/td>\nBottom box compression strength drops 40\u201360% \u2014 stack collapse risk<\/td>\nCompression strength unchanged \u2014 no collapse risk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recycling<\/strong><\/td>\nWax coating contaminates paper recycling stream \u2014 most waxed cardboard goes to landfill<\/td>\nClean PP #5 \u2014 fully recyclable in standard PP stream<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
End-of-trip appearance<\/strong><\/td>\nWater-stained, dented, wax peeling \u2014 not retail-presentable<\/td>\nClean white surface \u2014 display-ready<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cost per trip (50 cycles)<\/strong><\/td>\n$1.00\u20132.00 (new box each trip)<\/td>\n$0.04\u20130.08 (one box \u00f7 50 trips)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

The Wax Contamination Problem<\/strong>\u00a0Wax-coated cardboard cannot be recycled in standard paper mills \u2014 the wax fouls the pulping equipment. In most markets, waxed seafood boxes are landfilled or incinerated. Switching to recyclable PP eliminates this waste stream entirely and supports seafood industry sustainability certifications (MSC, ASC, BAP) that increasingly require packaging recyclability.<\/p>\n

Shrimp Supply Chain \u2014 From Boat or Farm to Seafood Counter<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Shrimp moves through one of the most temperature-sensitive supply chains in food logistics:<\/p>\n

Fresh Shrimp (0\u20134\u00b0C Chain)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  1. Harvest<\/strong>: Shrimp are caught or harvested from aquaculture ponds, immediately iced in onboard or dockside containers.<\/li>\n
  2. Primary Processing (Hours 0\u20134)<\/strong>: Shrimp are washed, graded by size\/count (e.g., 16\/20, 21\/25, 26\/30 per pound), and packed \u2014 head-on, headless, or peeled \u2014 into boxes with crushed ice or ice packs.<\/li>\n
  3. Cold Storage & Distribution (Hours 4\u201324)<\/strong>: Boxes enter cold storage at 0\u20134\u00b0C. Ice melts gradually; melt water drains through box drainage holes without pooling. Boxes stacked 6\u20138 high on pallets maintain structural integrity despite wet conditions.<\/li>\n
  4. Retail Display (Hours 24\u201372)<\/strong>: At the seafood counter, boxes serve double duty as display containers. The clean white PP surface presents shrimp attractively on ice beds. Unlike water-stained, dented cardboard, the PP box reinforces quality perception.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Frozen Shrimp (\u221218\u00b0C Chain)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    1. Freezing<\/strong>: Shrimp are IQF (individually quick frozen) or block-frozen, then packed into boxes.<\/li>\n
    2. Frozen Storage (\u221218\u00b0C)<\/strong>: Boxes enter frozen storage. PP maintains impact resistance \u2014 boxes can be moved, stacked, and handled without the brittle cracking that afflicts frozen cardboard.<\/li>\n
    3. Distribution<\/strong>: Frozen boxes ship in refrigerated containers. PP’s dimensional stability prevents box deformation that could crush IQF shrimp during transport vibration.<\/li>\n
    4. Thawing & Retail<\/strong>: At destination, boxes may be thawed for retail display or sold frozen. PP transitions from \u221218\u00b0C to ambient without condensation damage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Shrimp Packaging Box vs Other PPBOXY Seafood Containers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Product<\/th>\nId\u00e9al pour<\/th>\nTemperature<\/th>\nIce?<\/th>\nAller \u00e0<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
      Shrimp Packaging Box<\/strong><\/td>\nFresh & frozen shrimp \u2014 dual-temp<\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C + \u221218\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nThis page<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Seafood Box<\/strong><\/td>\nGeneral seafood \u2014 fish, shellfish<\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nSeafood Box \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Ice Cold Seafood Box<\/strong><\/td>\nIced fresh seafood transport only<\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C iced<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nIce Cold Seafood Box \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Lobster Boxes<\/strong><\/td>\nLive lobster transport<\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nLobster Boxes \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Fish Packing Boxes<\/strong><\/td>\nWhole fish, fillets<\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nFish Packing Boxes \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Fresh Seafood Packaging Box<\/strong><\/td>\nFresh seafood overview (all species)<\/td>\n0\u20134\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2705<\/td>\nFresh Seafood Packaging Box \u2192<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      Foire aux questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Q: Can this box be used for both fresh and frozen shrimp?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Yes. PP corrugated performs identically at fresh (0\u20134\u00b0C, on ice) and frozen (\u221218\u00b0C) temperatures. Unlike waxed cardboard \u2014 which softens when wet at fresh temperatures and embrittles at freezer temperatures \u2014 PP maintains full structural integrity and impact resistance across the entire temperature range. This eliminates the need for separate packaging inventory for fresh and frozen product lines.<\/p>\n

      Q: Does ice melt-water damage the box?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      No. PP absorbs less than 0.01% water. Ice melt-water pools at the bottom of the box and drains through the optional bottom drainage holes without affecting the box structure. After 12, 24, or 48 hours of continuous wet ice contact, the box is unchanged. This is the single largest operational advantage over waxed cardboard, which gradually softens as water penetrates the wax coating over time.<\/p>\n

      Q: Is PP safe for direct food contact with shrimp?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Yes. PPBOXY’s shrimp packaging boxes are manufactured from virgin food-grade polypropylene compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 and EU Regulation EC 1935\/2004. PP is non-toxic, odorless, and does not leach chemicals into food. The smooth interior surface is easy to clean and sanitize between uses. A certificate of compliance is available with each order upon request.<\/p>\n

      Q: What sizes are available for different shrimp counts?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Standard box sizes accommodate the full range of commercial shrimp packaging: 400\u00d7300 mm for small-count retail packs; 500\u00d7350 mm for medium-volume distribution; 600\u00d7400 mm for bulk wholesale and export. Internal dividers can separate shrimp by size, product form (head-on \/ headless \/ peeled), or lot number within a single box. Contact us with your typical shrimp count and preferred weight-per-box for a size recommendation.<\/p>\n

      Q: How does PP compare to waxed cardboard on cost over time?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      A PP shrimp box costs 8\u201315\u00d7 more upfront than a waxed cardboard box. However, at 50 reuse cycles \u2014 typical for a dedicated shrimp distribution operation \u2014 the per-trip cost of the PP box drops to\u00a00.04\u20130.08 versus 1.00<\/span><\/span>\u20132.00 for a new waxed cardboard box each trip. After 8\u201312 trips, the PP box has paid for itself. After 50 trips, the savings are approximately 90\u201395% per trip compared to single-use waxed cardboard.<\/p>\n

      Q: Is the box recyclable after use?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Yes \u2014 and this is a significant advantage over waxed cardboard. PP is recycling code #5 and is accepted in standard PP recycling streams. Waxed cardboard, by contrast, cannot be recycled in standard paper mills because the wax contaminates the pulping process \u2014 most waxed seafood boxes end up in landfill. Switching to PP eliminates this waste stream and supports seafood sustainability certifications (MSC, ASC, BAP) that increasingly require packaging recyclability.<\/p>\n

      Q: What is the minimum order quantity?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      We do not impose a minimum order requirement. Whether your needs call for a single prototype, a small-batch trial, or full-scale mass production, we are fully equipped to accommodate orders of any volume with the same level of service and quality.<\/p>\n

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