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Commercial Kitchen & Restaurant Equipment from China — A B2B Wholesale Buyer's Guide

Sourcing guide for commercial kitchen equipment from China — gas ranges, fryers, ovens, refrigeration, food processing, stainless steel furniture, dishwashers. Real product images from ACooker. NSF/UL/CE certification requirements, refrigerant compliance, container economics.

Information notice: the details below were compiled from published supplier material and buyer correspondence. Specifications, MOQ, lead times and pricing change — confirm every figure with the supplier before you order.

Product range — actual catalogue images

The product images below are hosted on the manufacturer's official website (acooker.com) and link directly to the manufacturer's catalogue. Click any image to view the full specification page in a new tab.

Commercial food processing line — bone saw, vegetable cutter, meat slicer, mincer in compact catalog grid.

Stainless steel commercial kitchen equipment — prep tables, 3-compartment sinks, exhaust hoods, prep with shelving.

Equipment categories and pricing brackets

CategoryCommon itemsFOB China typical price range
Commercial gas range (4-6 burner)Free-standing range with oven belowUSD 350-1,200 per unit
Commercial gas range (6-10 burner)With double oven, salamander optionUSD 1,200-3,800 per unit
Commercial deep fryer (single basket)Free-standing 12-22L oil capacityUSD 220-680 per unit
Commercial deep fryer (double basket)Higher-capacity twin basketUSD 480-1,400 per unit
Char broiler / grill (counter-top)Gas-fired with lava rock or radiantUSD 280-1,100 per unit
Convection oven (single deck)Forced-air convection, electric or gasUSD 580-2,400 per unit
Pizza oven (deck or conveyor)Stone deck, gas or electricUSD 850-4,800 per unit
Rotary rack oven (bakery)For high-volume bread/pastry productionUSD 4,500-18,000 per unit
Combi steam ovenCombined convection + steamUSD 2,500-12,000 per unit
Induction cooktop (commercial)High-power induction for restaurant useUSD 380-1,800 per unit
Walk-in cooler / freezerModular panel constructionUSD 4,500-22,000 per unit
Reach-in refrigerator (1-3 door)Stainless front, full-heightUSD 680-2,800 per unit
Salad bar / cold displayCounter-top or free-standingUSD 850-3,200 per unit
Hot food display / bain-marieHeated holding for buffet serviceUSD 380-1,800 per unit
Ice machine (50-200 kg/day)Cube or flake ice productionUSD 850-3,800 per unit
Commercial dishwasher (under-counter)Hood-type for café/small restaurantUSD 1,200-3,800 per unit
Commercial dishwasher (rack conveyor)High-volume restaurant/cafeteriaUSD 6,500-28,000 per unit
Commercial meat slicer (10-14")Manual or auto slicerUSD 220-980 per unit
Commercial meat mincer / grinder22-32 size with hopperUSD 280-1,400 per unit

Critical compliance certifications

For commercial kitchen equipment in US installations, NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) listing for food-contact equipment and UL listing for electrical equipment are essentially mandatory. Health departments inspect for these listings; uncertified equipment may fail inspection or be ordered out of service. Chain restaurants typically require NSF listing as a condition of supplier approval.

For Chinese aftermarket-fit equipment to enter US market legitimately, manufacturer must work with NSF to certify specific product models. Counterfeit "NSF marked" equipment without legitimate certification creates liability for buyer if discovered. Verify NSF certification by checking the public NSF database (info.nsf.org) — listing should match exact product model. Reputable manufacturers like ACooker maintain proper certification on US-export models; budget-tier suppliers may sell uncertified equipment with counterfeit markings — never acceptable for US commercial use.

CertificationScopeMarkets where required
NSF/ANSI Standard 2 (food zones)Food-contact equipment surfaces and designUSA — required for commercial use
NSF/ANSI Standard 4 (commercial cooking)Cooking equipment standardsUSA
NSF/ANSI Standard 7 (refrigeration)Commercial refrigeration food safetyUSA
UL listedElectrical safetyUSA / Canada
cUL / CSACanadian electrical safetyCanada
CE markingEU machinery + electrical complianceEU / EEA
EN 631 (gastronorm)European standard pan sizing for prep equipmentEU
ETL listedAlternative to UL listing in USUSA
RoHSRestriction of hazardous substancesEU; increasingly other markets
Energy StarEnergy efficiency labelingUSA voluntary; preferred by chains
AGA (Australian Gas Association)Gas appliance safetyAustralia / NZ
SAA / RCM markAustralian electrical safetyAustralia / NZ
F-Gas / refrigerant complianceHFC/HFO refrigerant rulesEU; tightening in other markets

Common buyer profiles

Buyer typeTypical project valueEquipment scope
Independent restaurant (new build)USD 60,000-180,00030-80 equipment items; full back-of-house + counter
Chain restaurant rollout (10-50 locations)USD 500,000-3 millionStandardized equipment package per store; same SKU across rollout
Hotel kitchen (mid-size)USD 250,000-800,00050-150 items; banquet + room service + restaurant kitchens
Hotel kitchen (luxury / large)USD 1-4 million200-500 items; multiple kitchens, bakery, banquet, fine dining
Catering / event companyUSD 80,000-400,000Mobile equipment + central commissary; transport-friendly
School / institutional foodserviceUSD 150,000-500,000Heavy-duty production equipment; cafeteria service line
Hospital foodserviceUSD 200,000-1 millionHACCP-compliant; patient-tray system
Restaurant equipment dealer (regional)USD 500,000-2 million annual purchasingCatalog stock across 200-500 SKUs; project-based custom orders
Foodservice export distributorUSD 1-5 million annualMulti-container shipments to specific country markets

Key technical specifications

EquipmentCritical specifications to verify
Gas equipmentBTU rating; gas type (natural / LPG); manifold pressure; ignition system (pilot, electronic, hot-surface); meets local gas code
Electric equipmentVoltage (single phase 220V/240V; 3-phase 380V/400V/480V); kW rating; amperage; plug type or hard-wire
RefrigerationRefrigerant type (R134a, R290, R600a, R448A); ambient operating range; reach-in capacity; door swing direction
Cooking dimensionsCooking surface area; chamber capacity (for ovens); BTU/hour input capacity
Stainless steel grade304 SS (standard food contact) vs 430 (cheaper, less corrosion-resistant); thickness (16-gauge typical for prep tables)
Insulation (refrigeration)Polyurethane density; thickness (50-100mm typical); CFC-free
Welding quality (stainless)TIG welds vs spot welds; smooth-finish for food contact
Casters / legsNSF-listed casters with brakes; adjustable height legs

Order workflow — commercial kitchen procurement

View the full supplier profile, certifications, contact details, and complete product catalogue.

ACooker — Chinese specialist manufacturer of commercial kitchen and restaurant equipment. Cooking equipment (gas ranges 4-10 burner, electric ranges, deep fryers, char broilers, griddles, induction cooktops, convection ovens, pizza ovens, rotary rack ovens, combi steam ovens). Refrigeration (walk-in coolers and freezers, reach-in refrigerators 1-3 door, salad bars, hot food displays, ice machines 50-200 kg/day). Food processing (meat slicers, mincers, vegetable cutters, dough mixers, bone saws). Stainless steel furniture (prep tables, 3-compartment sinks, shelving, exhaust hoods, make-up air units). Warewashing (under-counter to rack-conveyor dishwashers). NSF / UL / ETL certifications maintained for US-export models; CE / EN 631 for EU; AGA / SAA / RCM for Australia. R290, R600a, HFO refrigerant variants for sustainability-compliant refrigeration.

  • Project scope analysis — work with kitchen designer or consultant to define equipment list per menu, throughput, kitchen layout; final equipment specification document with model numbers, dimensions, electrical/gas requirements, exhaust calculations
  • Compliance specification — verify destination-market certifications (NSF, UL, ETL for US; CE for EU; AGA/SAA for Australia); explicit refrigerant compliance for refrigeration units
  • Supplier shortlist — identify 2-4 candidate suppliers with relevant export track record + appropriate certifications
  • Sample/showroom evaluation — visit factory or showroom; verify equipment quality, finish, controls, durability of construction
  • Container order plan — typical commercial kitchen project fits 1-3 containers (40HQ); large hotel projects 5-15 containers; chain rollouts ongoing container streams
  • Pre-shipment acceptance test — for major equipment (combi ovens, dishwashers, refrigeration), supplier should perform PSAT on actual product before shipping
  • Container shipment — coordinate with kitchen-build schedule; equipment typically arrives 2-3 months before kitchen opening
  • Installation + commissioning — professional installation + start-up; for major equipment, supplier engineer may attend on-site (especially for combi ovens, dishwashers, large refrigeration)
  • Training + warranty period — operator training; warranty typically 12 months parts; spare parts kit recommended for high-failure consumables

Frequently asked questions

Companion specialty foodservice supply — natural casings for traditional sausage operations.

Companion guide for compostable takeout packaging — bagasse, PLA cups, plates, cutlery.

Companion procurement framework — applicable to commercial kitchen equipment purchases.

Source: Product images on this page are hosted on the manufacturer's official website (acooker.com) and link directly back to that website. All product information was summarised from the supplier's public catalogue.

Brand mentions and trademark compliance: References to Tier-1 commercial kitchen equipment brands (Vulcan, Hobart, True Refrigeration, Manitowoc, Garland, Pitco, Wolf, Vollrath, Frigidaire Commercial, etc.) are made for the sole purpose of describing recognized industry benchmarks. ACooker is not authorized by, affiliated with, or endorsed by any of these brand owners. Products are aftermarket-fit equivalent items manufactured under ACooker's own brand or buyer-private-label only.

Code compliance and certification: Commercial kitchen equipment must meet local building, electrical, gas, food-safety, and environmental codes. NSF / UL / ETL / CE / AGA / SAA / RCM / equivalent certifications required by destination market. Buyer is responsible for ensuring equipment meets all applicable codes; uncertified equipment may fail health inspection, building inspection, or insurance requirements. Verify all certifications are current at order time. Refrigerant compliance (R290, R744, HFC phase-down per EU F-Gas, US EPA SNAP) varies by market and is evolving rapidly.

Installation and gas/electrical safety: Commercial kitchen equipment installation requires licensed gas fitters (gas connections), licensed electricians (electrical hook-up), and HVAC-certified technicians (refrigeration commissioning). Improper installation creates fire hazards, gas leaks, electrical safety issues, and may void warranty. DIY or unlicensed installation is prohibited in most jurisdictions.

Pricing & specifications: All price ranges, equipment specifications, and tier definitions reflect general market observation. Real-world commercial kitchen equipment pricing varies significantly with steel commodity, electrical components, refrigerant costs, and freight. Confirm current pricing, MOQ, lead time, certification status, and configuration directly with the supplier.

No middleman role: CifyChina provides supplier discovery and editorial content. All transactions occur directly between buyer and supplier through the contact channels published on the supplier's official website.

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