Plastic Food Containers: Material & Performance Insights | Bioleader® Insights

A 1200ml paper salad bowl is designed for large single-serve or meal-size portions. It is commonly used for salads, rice bowls, poke bowls, cold noodles, pasta, fruit portions, desserts, side dishes, and takeaway meals. For buyers building a wider foodservice range, 1200ml can be paired with 500ml, 750ml, 1000ml, 1090ml, and 1300ml paper salad bowls.

Yes. Bioleader® 1500ml paper salad bowls with lids are suitable for salads, rice bowls, cold meals, large takeaway meals, sharing portions, and prepared food programs. The food-grade paperboard structure, coated surface, rolled rim, and matching lid options help improve stacking, handling, and transport performance — plastic food containers.

Item Product Name Paper Weight Product Size (Top*Bottom*High) Pcs/ CTN Carton Size (cm) PE-RK500 500ml Rectangle Bowl Kraft Paper 337gsm / White paper 320gsm 173 x 121 x 41 300 52 26 46 PE-RK650 650ml Rectangle Bowl Kraft Paper 337gsm / White paper 320gsm 173 x 121 x 52 300 52 26 47 PE-RK750 750ml Rectangle Bowl Kraft Paper 337gsm / White paper 320gsm 173 x 121 x 57 300 52 26 46 PE-RK1000 1000ml Rectangle Bowl Kraft Paper 337gsm / White paper 320gsm 173 x 121 x 75 300 52 26 47 Lid Options Paper Lid Kraft / White 173 x 121 300 65 27 54 PP Lid 9g (microwaveable for hot) 173 x 121 300 39.5 38 41 PET Lid 11.5g (clear transparent for cold) 173 x 121 300 39.5 38 41 Film Coated Options PE(single) Single 18gsm PE (100% recyclable, this is the normal choice type) PE(double) Double 18gsm PE (available for ice, cold, and freezer) PLA Single 31gsm PLA (100% biodegradable & Compostable) Lid Options for Paper, PP and PET For 1000ml rectangular paper salad bowls, paper lids support a consistent kraft or white paper packaging appearance for salad shops, cafés, catering brands, and eco-style foodservice programs. PP lids are practical for hot food handling, microwaveable use, stacking, and transport stability when large rice bowls, noodles, and takeaway meals need secure closure , plastic food containers. PET lids provide clear visibility for cold salads, sushi-style meals, deli displays, supermarket ready meals, and grab-and-go food. For buyers comparing plastic-reduction packaging technologies, our water-based coated paper bowls with lids page provides a useful reference for coating structure, lid matching, and manufacturer supply capability.

Higher Production CostsCompared to plastic, bagasse packaging is currently more expensive due to its production process and limited large-scale manufacturing facilities. Lower Barrier PropertiesBagasse does not provide the same level of moisture and oxygen barrier as plastic, which may impact food shelf life.

Durability and StrengthPlastic containers are highly durable and can withstand impact, making them ideal for transportation and storage. Lightweight and PortablePlastic is extremely lightweight, reducing shipping and logistics costs while providing convenience for consumers — plastic food containers. Extended Food Shelf LifePlastic has superior moisture and oxygen barrier properties, which help prevent food spoilage and reduce waste. Cost-EffectiveDue to mass production, plastic containers are significantly cheaper than biodegradable alternatives.