PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm

The Lumapack PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm are a clear polypropylene insert tray designed to fit inside standard 140mm soup bowls, providing a raised platform that separates solid accompaniments from liquid dishes. With a 55mm depth, these inserts offer the deepest option in the 140mm insert range, making them particularly suited to soups served alongside taller or bulkier accompaniments such as bread rolls, crouton stacks, or packed garnish portions.

These inserts are food contact safe, suitable for hot and cold food, and compatible with Lumapack's White Soup Bowls and Kraft Soup Bowls in 24oz, 28oz, 36oz, and 42oz sizes. Each case contains 300 pieces.

1. What Are PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm?

PP Soup Bowl Inserts are rigid polypropylene trays that sit inside a soup bowl, creating two separate zones within a single container. The lower section holds the soup or liquid dish, while the insert platform holds solid accompaniments directly above — keeping them elevated and dry until the customer is ready to eat.

The 140-55mm specification refers to the top diameter (140mm) and the depth (55mm) of the insert. At 55mm, this is the deepest insert in Lumapack's 140mm range, offering more vertical clearance than the 35mm and 40mm alternatives. This makes the 140-55mm insert the right choice where the accompaniment portion is taller or where more separation between liquid and solid is required.

The clear polypropylene material allows customers to see the soup beneath the insert, supports a clean presentation, and is designed to maintain its shape when placed in hot food environments. Inserts are compatible with the full range of Lumapack PP Soup Bowl Lids 140mm, allowing the complete soup bowl, insert, and lid combination to be sealed for takeaway and delivery.

2. Typical Foodservice Uses for PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm

These inserts are designed for foodservice operators who serve soup as a complete meal or premium dish and need to maintain presentation quality during packing and transit.

Common applications include:

• Chunky soups with bread accompaniments where a tall bread roll, thick bread slice, or large crouton portion needs to remain dry and elevated above the soup base
• Broth-based dishes with toppings such as ramen, pho, and Asian noodle soups where noodle blocks, protein portions, or garnish clusters are served above the liquid
• Premium soup courses offered by restaurants, food-to-go counters, and catering operations where the presentation of accompaniments as a separate element adds perceived value
• Delivery-led soup menus where maintaining the integrity of dry or textured components during transit is essential to product quality on arrival
• Meal-prep and catering packs where standardised plating across a large number of portions is required, and the insert provides a consistent format for accompaniment portioning

The 55mm depth makes this insert particularly well-suited to food formats where a shallower insert would not adequately separate the components, or where the accompaniment needs to sit cleanly above the rim of the soup bowl when filled to standard capacity.

3. Operational Benefits of PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm

• Maintains separation between liquid and solid components during delivery: The 55mm depth provides a deeper clearance zone between the soup and the accompaniment, reducing the risk of liquid contact during handling, transit, and consumer unpacking. This helps preserve the texture and appearance of accompaniments from the point of packing to the point of consumption.
• Supports structured plating within a single container: Using an insert allows kitchen teams to plate two distinct components into one sealed unit without requiring separate packaging for accompaniments. This reduces pack count, simplifies assembly, and creates a cleaner, more deliberate presentation compared with placing accompaniments loosely on top of soup.
• Compatible with the full PP Soup Bowl Lid 140mm for secure sealing: The insert and lid combination creates a fully enclosed, stable unit for takeaway and delivery. The lid sits over the complete bowl and insert assembly, helping maintain temperature and reducing spillage risk during transit.
• Consistent portioning across service periods and sites: The insert acts as a physical portioning reference for accompaniments, supporting consistent volume and presentation across multiple kitchen locations or across long service periods where visual portion control may vary.
• Suitable for hot and cold food: The polypropylene material is designed for use with both hot and cold food applications, making these inserts versatile across different soup service formats and seasonal menu requirements.

4. Specifications and Compliance

Lumapack PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm are manufactured from food-grade polypropylene and are designed to meet standard foodservice performance and compliance requirements for direct food contact use.

Material and dimensions

• Material: polypropylene (PP)
• Colour: clear
• Top diameter: 140mm
• Depth: 55mm
• Case quantity: 300 pieces
• SKU: LP50323

Food contact compliance

• Suitable for direct food contact
• Food contact safe under UK market requirements
• Suitable for hot and cold food
• Freezer safe

Performance characteristics

• Maintains shape when used with hot liquid dishes in the bowl below
• Clear material provides visibility of the soup beneath the insert
• Designed to sit stably inside 140mm soup bowls without shifting during packing and transit
• Compatible with PP Soup Bowl Lids 140mm for a complete sealed assembly

5. Bowl and Lid Compatibility

PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm are compatible with Lumapack soup bowls in the 24oz, 28oz, 36oz, and 42oz size group, all of which use the 140mm rim diameter. These inserts are not compatible with the 54oz soup bowl, which uses a larger 165mm rim.

For a complete takeaway or delivery soup assembly, pair the insert with the matching PP Soup Bowl Lids 140mm. The lid seals over the full bowl and insert, creating a stable, enclosed unit suitable for bagging and transit.

Three insert depths are available for the 140mm group: 35mm, 40mm, and 55mm. The correct depth to select depends on the height of the accompaniment being served. Where accompaniments are flat or compact, the 35mm or 40mm inserts may be sufficient. The 55mm insert is the right choice where taller accompaniments or a larger volume of dry components need to remain fully elevated above the liquid portion.

6. Ordering and Delivery 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 £100
• Standard delivery timeframe: typically within 2–3 working days for stock items
• Orders can be placed online or via direct contact with the Lumapack team

Customer support

• WhatsApp (message only): +44 7784 080255, Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm
• Contact form available at lumapack.co/contact

7. Why Choose Lumapack for PP Soup Bowl Inserts

Lumapack supplies foodservice packaging to UK commercial kitchens, coffee shops, restaurants, and catering operations, supporting both independent businesses and multi-site operators with consistent stock availability and dependable delivery schedules.

The PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm are part of a coordinated soup bowl system that includes soup bowls in White and Kraft finishes across five sizes, matching soup bowl lids, and three insert depths — allowing operators to select the right combination for their specific menu and service format. Having compatible lids, bowls, and inserts available from a single supplier simplifies procurement and helps ensure the complete assembly functions as intended.

Lumapack products are food contact safe, manufactured without BPA and with no PFAS added, and are supplied with consistent quality for commercial kitchen use.

8. Frequently Asked Questions about PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm

Which soup bowl sizes are compatible with this insert?
PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm are compatible with Lumapack soup bowls in 24oz, 28oz, 36oz, and 42oz sizes. These bowls all use the 140mm rim diameter. The 54oz soup bowl uses a different rim size and is not compatible with 140mm inserts.

What is the difference between the 35mm, 40mm, and 55mm inserts?
All three are 140mm diameter and fit the same bowl sizes. The difference is the depth of the insert platform. The 55mm insert provides the greatest separation between the soup and the accompaniment, and is best suited to taller accompaniments or where more clearance above the liquid is required. The 35mm and 40mm options are suited to flatter or more compact accompaniments.

Can this insert be used with a lid?
Yes. The PP Soup Bowl Lids 140mm are compatible with the full 140mm bowl and insert assembly, allowing the complete unit to be sealed for takeaway and delivery.

Is this insert suitable for hot food?
Yes. The polypropylene material is suitable for hot and cold food applications under standard foodservice conditions. The insert is also freezer safe.

How many inserts are included per case?
Each case contains 300 inserts.

Is the insert suitable for direct food contact?
Yes. These inserts are food contact safe and manufactured for use with direct food contact under UK market requirements.

9. Related Products for PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm

With a 55mm depth, clear polypropylene construction, and compatibility across Lumapack's 24oz–42oz soup bowl range, the PP Soup Bowl Inserts 140-55mm are designed for operators who need reliable component separation in hot and cold soup dishes for takeaway and delivery. Supported by matching lids and a coordinated bowl range, they provide a complete, single-supplier solution for structured soup service.