In an era where environmental accountability drives purchasing decisions, frozen dessert manufacturers are turning to materials that balance performance with recyclability. Our PP Ice Cream Container with Lid exemplifies this shift, engineered to deliver a tight, moisture-resistant seal that guards against freezer burn throughout the cold chain. Simultaneously, the Food Grade PP Ice Cream Container meets rigorous migration limits, preserving delicate flavor compounds and ensuring direct food compliance without aftertaste transfer. Constructed solely from mono-material polypropylene, these units eliminate separation steps during disposal—consumers can toss the entire package into the #5 recycling stream, reducing contamination rates at recovery facilities.
The Eco-friendly Recyclable PP Ice Cream Packaging Container combines lightweight durability with outstanding thermal resilience, remaining dimensionally stable at temperatures as low as -20°C. Its transparent sidewall lets the rich color and texture of gelato or sorbet serve as the primary marketing tool, while the audible snap-fit lid reassures customers of tamper evidence. Designed for automation, the container’s consistent flange diameter integrates smoothly with high-speed filling and capping machinery, trimming cycle times and minimizing waste. Retailers value the stackable geometry—interlocking base and lid grooves maximize cubic efficiency in both back-of-house freezers and open-front display cabinets. For brand owners, the recyclable story extends beyond the product; the container acts as a daily reminder of sustainability promises, fostering loyalty among eco-conscious shoppers.
Detailed technical specifications and features are outlined below to support your procurement evaluation.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Base Material | 100% virgin or post-consumer recycled polypropylene (PP), BPA-free, phthalate-free |
| Recyclability | Mono-material design, Resin Identification Code 5, curbside recyclable where accepted |
| Service Temperature Range | -20°C to 120°C (-4°F to 248°F); safe for chilled distribution and brief microwave reheating (lid removed) |
| Lid Closure System | Tamper-evident snap-on lid with continuous annular seal; optional induction heat-seal liner for extended shelf life |
| Color & Finish | Natural clear (matte or gloss), opaque white, or custom color matching via masterbatch; in-mold labeling ready |
| Regulatory Compliance | FDA 21 CFR 177.1520, EU No 10/2011, LFGB, REACH, and CONEG heavy metal restrictions |
| Standard Capacities | 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 750ml, 1000ml; additional sizes from 50ml to 2000ml available on request |
| Dimensional Example (500ml) | Top diameter: 98mm, bottom diameter: 85mm, height: 90mm (tolerance ±0.5mm) |
| Decoration Technologies | IML, shrink sleeve, silk-screen printing, or pressure-sensitive labeling; up to 8-color offset IML for photo-realistic graphics |
| Pallet Configuration | Nested bases and separated lids shipped on EUR-pallets; 500ml size yields approx. 4320 units per pallet |