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Featured OEM/ODM Stainless Steel Katori Bowls & Serveware Catalog
Precision-engineered for Argentine commercial buyers, importers, and hospitality distributors. Select standard stock configurations or request full OEM/ODM custom gauge stamping, laser logos, and custom rim profiling.
SS 304 / 22G
200ml Stainless Steel Sada Vati Katori Bowl
- Capacity: 200 ml
- Diameter: 5.5 in (14 cm)
- Material Grade: SS 304 / SS 202
- Rim Profile: Beaded Smooth Edge
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OEM Custom
250ml Stainless Steel Apple-Shape Dipping Bowl
- Capacity: 250 ml
- Diameter: 3.5 in (9 cm)
- Material Grade: SS 202 / SS 304
- Finish: High-Mirror Polish
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18G Heavy Duty
1000ml Deep Ghamela Stainless Steel Prep Bowl
- Capacity: 1000 ml
- Thickness: 18 Gauge (1.2 mm)
- Material Grade: SS 304 Food-Grade
- Application: Empanada Kitchen Prep
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SS 304 Beaded
200ml Stainless Steel Mukta Wati Dipping Bowl
- Capacity: 200 ml
- Diameter: 5.5 in (14 cm)
- Material Grade: SS 304 (18/8)
- Structure: Anti-Dent Rigid Rim
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Hotel Grade
12-Inch Stainless Steel Thali Plate & Bowl Set
- Plate Size: 12 in (30 cm)
- Thickness: 20 Gauge (0.9 mm)
- Compatibility: Fits 4-6 Katori Bowls
- Finish: Satin / Mirror Dual Tone
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Royal Luxury
6-Piece Hammered Stainless Steel Katori Set
- Set Count: 6 Pcs (Bowls + Plate)
- Craft: Artisanal Hammered Finish
- Material Grade: SS 304 Premium
- Market: Luxury Buenos Aires Dining
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SS 316 Pickling
250ml Sealed Stainless Steel Chimichurri Bowl
- Capacity: 250 ml
- Material Grade: SS 316 Acid Resistant
- Lid Type: Airtight Press Fit
- Target Use: Vinegar/Salt Acidic Sauces
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Export Master
Commercial Stainless Sauce Bowl & Cutlery Set
- Kit Type: Bowls + Cutlery Bundle
- Material: SS 202 / 304 Mix
- Polishing: Automatic Mechanical Mirror
- Customization: Laser Brand Stamping
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1. Industrial Engineering & Sourcing Executive Summary for Argentina
In the global B2B stainless steel tableware export sector, the Stainless Steel Katori Bowl (Vati / Dipping Bowl) serves as a fundamental item in commercial dining, hospitality portion control, and household prep. When sourcing from overseas manufacturing hubs like Mumbai, India, to destination ports such as the Port of Buenos Aires or Port of Rosario, Argentine procurement directors face distinct economic, regulatory, and metallurgical requirements.
High Information Gain: Deep-Drawing Metallurgy
A standard Katori bowl undergoes up to three cold-forming deep-draw stages. Achieving dimensional stability without wall thinning or stress cracking requires certified austenitic coils (SS 304 / SS 316) or high-manganese nickel-substituted ferritic/austenitic alloys (SS 202). Our Mumbai facility utilizes cold-rolled anneal sheets with controlled yield strength (205 MPa) to ensure structural integrity across 18G (1.2mm), 20G (0.9mm), and 22G (0.7mm) specifications.
Argentine Import Compliance (SENASA / ANMAT)
Food-contact utensils imported into Argentina must strictly comply with ANMAT (Administración Nacional de Medicamentos, Alimentos y Tecnología Médica) regulations under Código Alimentario Argentino (CAA) Chapter IV. Stainless steel grades must demonstrate heavy metal migration stability (specifically Lead, Cadmium, Chromium, and Nickel dissolution limits) under acidic testing environments (3% acetic acid immersion test).
2. Technical Grade Comparison Matrix: SS 201 vs 202 vs 304 vs 316
Choosing the proper alloy grade dictates landed unit cost, corrosion life under high-salinity condiment storage, and commercial dishwasher longevity in high-turnover Argentine Parrillas and hotel buffets.
| Steel Grade |
Chemical Composition (Cr / Ni / Mn / Mo) |
Corrosion Resistance |
ANMAT / EU Food Contact Approval |
Recommended Argentine Application Scenario |
| SS 201 |
16-18% Cr / 1-3.5% Ni / 5.5-7.5% Mn |
Moderate (Dry / Low Acid) |
Basic / Household Grade |
Budget retail sets, dry snack display, fast-food food courts. |
| SS 202 |
17-19% Cr / 4-6% Ni / 7.5-10% Mn |
Good (Daily Wash Safe) |
Standard Commercial Pass |
High-volume household dining, standard restaurant portioning. |
| SS 304 (18/8) |
18-20% Cr / 8-10.5% Ni / <2% Mn |
Superior (Resists Salt & Acids) |
Full ANMAT / FDA / EU Compliant |
High-end Parrillas (Chimichurri/Salsa Criolla), hotel buffets, catering. |
| SS 316 |
16-18% Cr / 10-14% Ni / 2-3% Mo |
Extreme (Chlorides & High Acid) |
Exceeds All Global Standards |
Industrial food processing, coastal resort catering (Mar del Plata). |
3. Localized Argentine Market Application Scenarios
While traditional Indian dining utilizes the Katori bowl for dal and curry portioning on thali plates, the Argentine food service and retail ecosystem has seamlessly repurposed these versatile stainless steel vessels for high-value culinary applications across Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Mendoza, and Rosario.
Parrillas & Steakhouse Dipping Bowls
Argentina's world-famous steakhouse culture (Parrillas) relies heavily on stainless steel Katori bowls for serving individual portions of acidic, high-oil condiments such as Chimichurri, Salsa Criolla, and coarse sea salt. SS 304 Katori bowls (200ml – 250ml) resist vinegar degradation while withstanding automated commercial dishwashers operating at high temperatures.
Empanada Prep & Commercial Kitchen Portioning
Empanada production lines and central cloud kitchens across Argentina utilize 18-gauge heavy-duty Ghamela and Katori bowls for standardized filling prep (carne cortada a cuchillo, queso y jamón). Stackable design optimizes limited counter space, while smooth beaded rims ensure worker safety during high-speed filling operations.
Supermarket & Retail Packaging (Coto, Carrefour, Jumbo)
In Argentina's mass-market consumer retail sector, stainless steel tableware represents an inflation-proof household investment. OEM color-boxed sets of 4 or 6 Katori bowls (Sada Vati or Mukta Wati) labeled with EAN-13 barcodes are key SKUs for major retail chains and E-commerce platforms like Mercado Libre Argentina.
4. Argentina Macroeconomic Sourcing & Procurement Trends
Navigating Argentine import logistics requires a clear understanding of international container shipping, exchange dynamics, and product durability preferences.
- Preference for Metal over Ceramic: Due to transport fragility and high breakage rates in commercial kitchens, Argentine HoReCa buyers are actively replacing ceramic ramekins with shatterproof SS 304 Katori bowls, cutting replacement capital expenditures by over 75% annually.
- Customs Tariff Classification (HS Code 7323.93.00): Stainless steel table, kitchen, or household articles fall under HS Code 7323.93.00 within the MERCOSUR Common External Tariff (AEC). Our export department provides complete, audit-ready Certificates of Origin, Commercial Invoices, and Packing Lists tuned to SIRA/SEDI import license frameworks.
- Freight Optimization via Nested Stacking: Deep-drawn Katori bowls feature engineered wall taper angles (75° to 80°), allowing seamless nesting. This increases container volumetric efficiency, maximizing piece counts per 20ft/40ft FCL container shipped from Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mumbai.
5. Why Global Importers Partner with Parin Steels
Under the ownership and strategic leadership of Kekin Shah, Parin Steels has grown into a premiere Indian manufacturer and global exporter of stainless steel kitchenware operating from Mumbai’s historic industrial core on Panjrapole Road.
Direct Factory Manufacturer (No Trading Intermediaries)
Working directly with the factory owner eliminates agent markups and ensures raw sheet specification accuracy. From circle cutting and hydraulic deep drawing to rim rolling and mechanical mirror polishing, every production phase occurs under in-house quality control.
- Registered GST Legal Entity (GSTIN: 27AALHS2479A1Z0) verified since 2017.
- Turnover range: ₹5 Crore to ₹25 Crore with scalable 50-person skilled labor force.
- Strict weight-per-piece tolerance verification for consistent shipment tonnage.
OEM & ODM Customization Capacities
We provide full-spectrum OEM branding for Argentine importers looking to build proprietary kitchenware lines:
- Fiber Laser Etching: Permanent logo application on bowl bottoms or side walls.
- Custom Gauge Production: Choice of budget 22 Gauge (0.7mm), mid-tier 20 Gauge (0.9mm), or heavy-duty 18 Gauge (1.2mm).
- Bespoke Packaging: Shrink wrapping, master carton export bundling, retail color boxes, and Spanish-language labeling.
6. Frequently Asked Questions by Argentine Procurement Managers
Technical, commercial, and logistical answers to support your overseas sourcing decisions.
Are your stainless steel Katori bowls certified for food contact under Argentine ANMAT regulations?
Yes. Our SS 304 and SS 316 grade Katori bowls are manufactured using raw prime coils that pass stringent heavy-metal migration testing (Lead, Cadmium, Nickel) under Código Alimentario Argentino (CAA) Chapter IV guidelines. Mill test certificates (MTC) according to EN 10204 3.1 are provided with every export shipment.
What is the Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for shipping to Argentina?
Our standard MOQ for stock Katori bowl designs (Sada Vati, Mukta Wati, Apple Bowl) is 1,000 pieces per item size. For custom OEM branding (laser logo etching, custom gauge stamping, or custom color box packaging), the standard minimum order is 3,000 pieces or a mixed container order combining plates, bowls, topes, and canisters.
How are bulk stainless steel Katori bowls priced (Per Piece vs Per Kilogram)?
In traditional Indian stainless utensil exports, bulk raw items are frequently quoted based on finished product net weight (Per Kilogram), whereas packaged consumer sets and retail SKUs are priced Per Piece or Per Set. We offer both quotation transparently based on your accounting preference.
What is the ocean freight transit time from Mumbai (Nhava Sheva JNPT) to Buenos Aires?
Ocean freight shipping from Nhava Sheva Port (JNPT), Mumbai, to the Port of Buenos Aires typically takes between 32 to 42 days, depending on transshipment routes (via transshipment hubs in Durban, Santos, or European ports). Production lead time for a full container load (20ft/40ft FCL) is approximately 15 to 25 days post-deposit confirmation.
Which thickness gauge is ideal for commercial Parrilla restaurants vs supermarket retail?
For commercial Parrilla restaurants and high-volume catering, we strongly advise 20 Gauge (0.9mm) or heavy-duty 18 Gauge (1.2mm) in SS 304 to prevent rim deformation during high-impact washing. For retail hypermarket sets (Coto, Carrefour), 22 Gauge (0.7mm) in SS 202 provides an optimal balance of structural stiffness, bright polish, and consumer price point.
Can SS 304 Katori bowls withstand high-acid condiments like Chimichurri?
Absolutely. SS 304 contains 18% Chromium and 8% Nickel, forming a passive Chromium Oxide surface film that prevents pitting or oxidation caused by vinegar, salt, garlic, and citrus acids present in traditional Argentine sauces. For long-term stored pickling, SS 316 grade can also be specified.
How do you pack nested Katori bowls to prevent scratching during long sea voyages?
Each Katori bowl is individual plastic sleeve-wrapped, nested in stacks of 12 or 24 pieces, tied with protective polyethylene straps, and packed into 5-ply heavy corrugated master export cartons with moisture-absorbing silica gel packs to prevent salt-air tarnishing during maritime transit.
What payment terms are accepted for overseas Argentine buyers?
We accept Telegraphic Transfer (T/T - 30% advance deposit upon Proforma Invoice confirmation, balance 70% paid against Bill of Lading copy) as well as 100% Irrevocable Commercial Letter of Credit (L/C at sight) issued by top-tier international banking institutions.
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