Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml (250 pcs)

1. Product overview of Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml

The Lumapack Microwaveable Plastic Container 500ml is a clear, food-safe plastic container designed for professional foodservice use and everyday meal preparation. Suitable for hot food, cold food, microwave reheating, and freezer storage, it is a practical all-round container for takeaway kitchens, catering operations, cafés, and restaurants that need a dependable, multi-use format for smaller portions, sides, and prepared meals.

Each case contains 250 containers, making it well suited to commercial environments with consistent daily throughput and a requirement for efficient stock management. The clear finish gives a clean, hygienic presentation that works across a wide range of food types and service settings.

The 500ml format offers a compact capacity appropriate for individual portions and side dishes. The container is manufactured from durable, food-grade plastic and is suitable for direct food contact. Its multi-use compatibility — covering hot food, cold food, freezer, and microwave applications — supports flexible operations without the need to stock separate container types for different food temperatures.

Dimensions:

• Height: 39 mm
• Top width: 120 mm
• Top length: 175 mm
• Capacity: 500 ml
• Case quantity: 250 pcs
• Material: Food-grade plastic
• Colour: Clear

2. Typical foodservice uses for Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml

The 500ml size is selected where a compact, lidded container is needed for individual portions, prepared meals, and side dishes. Its rectangular footprint and clear construction make it practical for chilled display counters, grab-and-go formats, meal prep operations, and delivery kitchens.

Common applications include:

• Prepared meals and meal prep portions packed for delivery, chilled retail, or catering where a reliable, sealable container supports safe transport and microwave reheating at the point of consumption
• Side dishes and accompaniments served alongside main meals in delivery operations and restaurant settings, where a separate container for rice, pasta, salad components, or sauces is required
• Deli and café counter use where smaller portions of hot or cold food, soups, stews, or snack items are sold individually and presented in a clean, transparent format
• Catering and event service where consistent, stackable containers are required across large service runs and portion control needs to remain uniform
• Freezer meal preparation for batch-cooked portions that are stored frozen and reheated directly in the same container, reducing the handling steps required during service or at-home consumption

The 500ml format is a practical choice for operators who need a dependable everyday container across a range of food types, temperatures, and service environments.

3. Operational benefits of Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml for takeaway and delivery

• Suitable for hot food, cold food, freezer, and microwave use: The container supports a broad range of applications within a single format. Operators can use the same container for hot prepared meals, chilled sides, frozen portions, and microwave reheating, reducing the number of container types needed in a kitchen environment.
• Clear construction for product visibility: The transparent body allows customers and staff to identify contents quickly without opening the container, supporting faster service and reducing errors in delivery packing and counter display.
• Rectangular form for efficient counter and bag packing: The rectangular footprint makes it straightforward to arrange on service counters and to pack into takeaway bags and delivery boxes alongside other containers. This supports faster packing during service and helps reduce wasted space in delivery packaging.
• 250-piece case quantity for commercial operations: The 250 pcs per case format is suited to foodservice environments with consistent daily throughput. Case quantities reduce the frequency of restocking and help maintain uninterrupted service during busy periods.
• Stackable for efficient storage: The containers stack neatly for storage in kitchen environments where shelf and counter space is limited. Consistent sizing makes it straightforward to manage stock and retrieve containers quickly during service.
• Food-safe and hygienic presentation: The food-grade plastic construction is appropriate for direct food contact across a wide range of foodservice settings, supporting both hot and cold applications without affecting food quality.

4. Materials, quality control & compliance of Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml

Lumapack Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml are produced using food-grade plastic materials selected to meet standard foodservice performance and compliance requirements.

Material composition

• Base material: food-grade plastic
• Colour: clear
• SKU: LP52411

Food contact compliance

• Suitable for direct food contact under UK market requirements
• Manufactured to food-safe standards

Use compatibility

• Suitable for hot food and cold food under standard foodservice conditions
• Microwavable
• Freezer safe

5. What sets this Microwaveable Plastic Container 500ml from Lumapack apart

The Lumapack Microwaveable Plastic Container 500ml is designed for foodservice environments where versatility, hygienic presentation, and operational consistency are required across high-volume service runs.

Multi-use compatibility in a single SKU

Unlike containers suited to a single temperature application, the 500ml Microwaveable Plastic Container supports hot food, cold food, freezer storage, and microwave reheating within the same product. This reduces the number of container types an operator needs to stock and simplifies purchasing and kitchen management.

Clear construction that aids service speed and accuracy

The transparent body means contents are immediately visible without opening the lid, which reduces errors during packing and improves the speed of counter and delivery service. This is particularly useful in high-throughput environments where identifying packed orders quickly is important.

Consistent sizing for straightforward operations

The rectangular form and consistent 500ml dimensions make the container predictable to use across shifts and locations. This supports portioning accuracy and packing speed, particularly in multi-site operations or delivery-led formats where standardisation across service periods is important.

Competitive pricing for everyday foodservice use

Lumapack positions the Microwaveable Plastic Container 500ml competitively against comparable products from UK foodservice packaging suppliers, while offering the multi-use compatibility outlined above. Volume pricing is available for regular ordering requirements.

6. Ordering, delivery & support services from Lumapack

Lumapack supplies foodservice packaging across the UK with services designed for commercial kitchen operations.

Ordering and delivery

• Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £99
• Fast dispatch: 24–48 hours for stock items
• Orders can be placed online at lumapack.co or via direct contact with the Lumapack team

Samples

Samples are available to support purchasing decisions, allowing operators to assess size, performance, and presentation before committing to case quantities.

Custom and branded packaging

Lumapack offers custom branding solutions, including logo printing on the exterior of containers. Minimum order quantities and lead times apply and are confirmed during the specification process.

Customer support

• Email: sales@lumapack.co
• Website: lumapack.co

7. Lumapack – your trusted supplier for Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml

Lumapack supplies foodservice packaging to UK commercial kitchens and catering operations, supporting independent restaurants, multi-site chains, food trucks, and delivery-focused businesses.

• UK-based business: Lumapack operates from the UK, with stock held locally to support fast dispatch and reliable replenishment for commercial kitchen operations.
• Food grade certified: All products are manufactured to food contact standards, with compliance documentation available on request for operators managing audit requirements.
• Supply reliability: Consistent stock availability and fast dispatch schedules support operational planning for both independent and multi-site foodservice operators.
• Broad product range: Lumapack offers a wide selection of takeaway packaging, containers, cups, and accessories, enabling operators to source multiple packaging formats from a single supplier.

8. Frequently asked questions about Microwaveable Plastic Containers 500ml

Can this container be used for hot and cold food?

Yes. The food-grade plastic construction supports both hot and cold food applications under normal foodservice conditions. The container is also freezer safe and microwavable.

Is this container safe to use in a microwave?

Yes. The 500ml Plastic Container is suitable for microwave reheating under standard foodservice conditions, making it a practical choice for prepared meals and portions that are packed in advance and reheated at the point of service or consumption.

How many containers are included per case?

Each case contains 250 containers.

Does this container come with a lid?

Please check the product listing on lumapack.co or contact the Lumapack team to confirm whether a compatible lid is available for this container format.

What capacity is this container?

The container has a 500ml capacity, making it suitable for individual portions, sides, and smaller prepared meals.

Is a larger size available?

Yes. The Microwaveable Plastic Container 650ml is available for operators who require a larger format in the same product range.

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With multi-use compatibility across hot food, cold food, freezer, and microwave applications, the Lumapack Microwaveable Plastic Container 500ml is a dependable everyday container for professional foodservice environments. Supported by consistent quality control and Lumapack's ordering, delivery, and stock support services, it offers a practical and competitively priced packaging option for takeaway, delivery, meal prep, and catering operations.