If you are an importer, distributor or private-label brand looking to buy bagasse tableware from India, the process is simpler than it looks. This guide covers what you need to know before placing your first order: the HS code, how many pieces fit in a 20ft or 40ft container, which documents and certificates to ask for, and how to get an accurate quote. We are Eximius Greenfield, a sugarcane bagasse tableware manufacturer and exporter in Morbi, Gujarat, and the numbers below come straight from our own product range.
India is one of the world's largest sugarcane producers, so bagasse, the fibre left after sugarcane is crushed, is available in large volumes. That gives Indian manufacturers a steady raw material supply for moulded pulp tableware.
Moulded sugarcane bagasse plates, bowls, trays and clamshells are generally classified under HS heading 4823.70, which covers moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp. Indian exporters use an 8-digit code under this heading (for example 4823 70 90), and your country will apply its own national sub-code and duty rate.
You may see other codes on marketplace listings, including codes for sugar-industry residues, which do not describe finished tableware. Using the wrong code can cause customs delays, so always confirm the final classification with your customs broker before the first shipment.
Importers usually plan orders in full containers. The table below shows how many cartons and pieces of each product fit in a 20ft container and a 40ft high-cube (HC) container, based on our standard export cartons. Click a product for full dimensions, weight and carton size.
| Product | Pieces per carton | Cartons (20ft) | Pieces (20ft) | Cartons (40ft HC) | Pieces (40ft HC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 inch round plate (151 mm) | 1,500 | 409 | 613,500 | 1,068 | 1,602,000 |
| 7 inch round plate (180 mm) | 1,000 | 477 | 477,000 | 1,246 | 1,246,000 |
| 9 inch round plate (225 mm) | 500 | 852 | 426,000 | 2,228 | 1,114,000 |
| 10 inch round plate (256 mm) | 500 | 512 | 256,000 | 1,339 | 669,500 |
| 11 inch round plate (280 mm) | 500 | 438 | 219,000 | 1,144 | 572,000 |
| 12 inch round plate (302 mm) | 500 | 325 | 162,500 | 848 | 424,000 |
| 1D square tray (137 x 137 mm) | 1,000 | 691 | 691,000 | 1,805 | 1,805,000 |
| Dona (104 x 104 mm) | 1,500 | 747 | 1,120,500 | 1,953 | 2,929,500 |
| 350 ml / 12 oz bowl | 1,000 | 613 | 613,000 | 1,601 | 1,601,000 |
| 240 ml / 8 oz bowl | 1,000 | 808 | 808,000 | 2,113 | 2,113,000 |
| 210 ml / 7 oz bowl | 1,000 | 980 | 980,000 | 2,562 | 2,562,000 |
| 180 ml / 6 oz bowl | 1,200 | 886 | 1,063,200 | 2,317 | 2,780,400 |
| 120 ml / 4 oz bowl | 2,400 | 570 | 1,368,000 | 1,491 | 3,578,400 |
| 6" x 6" clamshell | 500 | 610 | 305,000 | 1,595 | 797,500 |
| 9" x 6" clamshell | 250 | 824 | 206,000 | 2,155 | 538,750 |
| 9" x 9" clamshell | 200 | 640 | 128,000 | 1,674 | 334,800 |
Figures are approximate and based on our standard carton sizes. Actual loading can vary with palletising and mixed loads. We also make compartment plates and meal trays; ask us for their container figures.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and price depend on the products, sizes and quantities you need, and on whether you want plain or private-label packing. The fastest way to get exact figures is to send us:
We recommend testing samples with your own food before ordering a full container. Ask us about samples when you send your enquiry.
A typical export shipment from India includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. For food-contact products, buyers also usually ask for:
Ask your supplier for current copies before ordering, and check that the product names on the certificates match the items you are buying. Contact us for our latest certificates and test reports.
Many importers sell bagasse tableware under their own brand. We offer private labeling so you can launch your own range of compostable plates, bowls and clamshells without running a factory. If you need products made to your own design, see our contract manufacturing service.
What is the HS code for bagasse tableware?
Moulded sugarcane bagasse plates, bowls and clamshells are generally classified under HS heading 4823.70 (moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp). The national sub-code and duty rate depend on your country, so confirm the final code with your customs broker.
How many bagasse plates fit in a 40ft container?
It depends on the item. For example, about 1,114,000 of our 9 inch round plates (2,228 cartons) or about 669,500 of our 10 inch plates (1,339 cartons) fit in a 40ft high-cube container.
Can I mix different products in one container?
Ask us when you request a quote. Share the items and quantities you need and we will confirm what can be loaded together.
Do you offer private label bagasse tableware?
Yes. We offer private labeling for importers and brands who want to sell bagasse tableware under their own name.
Are bagasse plates microwave and freezer safe?
Yes. Our bagasse tableware is microwave safe and refrigerator and freezer safe, and is suitable for both hot and cold food.
Planning to import bagasse plates, bowls or clamshells from India? Send us your product list and destination through our export enquiry form, email info@eximdispoware.com or call +91 76000 00815, and our export team will get back to you.
