Load in tons
| Container | Load | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft | 15 tons | Minimum order |
| 40 ft | 27 tons | For larger orders |
A 40 ft container doesn't carry twice the load of a 20 ft one, because the load is set by permitted weight limits, not just by space.
How many cartons fit in a container?
Our export cartons weigh 10 kg, so the calculation is simple:
- 20 ft container15 tons = 1,500 cartons of 10 kg
- 40 ft container27 tons = 2,700 cartons of 10 kg
If you choose bulk packing in 5 or 3 kg cartons, the number of cartons rises proportionally.
How many boxes?
| Box | 20 ft container | 40 ft container |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | 15,000 boxes | 27,000 boxes |
| 500 g | 30,000 boxes | 54,000 boxes |
| 250 g | 60,000 boxes | 108,000 boxes |
And how many pieces?
For cube charcoal, a 1 kg box contains 72 pieces in 25 mm, 64 in 26 mm and 56 in 27 mm. That means a 20 ft container of 25 mm cubes holds around 1,080,000 pieces – a figure that helps you estimate how many hookah sessions one container covers in your market.
Which container should you order?
- First order or new market: start with a 20 ft container to test the product and packaging with your customers.
- Repeat orders: a 40 ft container gives you a larger quantity in a single shipment.
- Plan around your sales: estimate your monthly sales and the sea transit time, so you order the next container before your stock runs out.
Production capacity and lead time
Our factory's capacity is 100 tons per month – roughly three 40 ft containers a month – and lead time is 15 to 35 days, depending on quantity. See also CIF and EXW shipping terms.