I’m a {China}-based {Manufacturer}, and I know what buyers in this market want. When you need reliable packaging for ice cream shops, street vendors, or catering, my team supplies top grade {disposable ice cream cups}. We offer a range of materials—food-grade PP, PLA-coated paper, and PET options—plus sizes from mini 60ml to family 240ml, with leak-proof lids and sturdy rims. Custom printing up to your logo and brand colors, even full-color sleeve design, helps you stand out in competitive markets. All products meet international food safety standards and are tested for temperature resistance. Buying direct from the factory means lower costs, shorter lead times, and flexible MOQs for small campaigns or mass rollouts. We ship to across {China} and beyond, with reliable logistics and proactive service. If you need a steady supply partner for {disposable ice cream cups}, tell me your volume, material preference, and deadline, and we’ll tailor a solution.
As a Shanghai-based industry leader in disposable ice cream cups, we combine decades of manufacturing expertise with modern design and sustainable materials to serve global buyers. Our portfolio covers paper, PLA, and biodegradable options in multiple sizes and prints, all produced under strict food-safety standards and quality-control systems. Customized structures, quick prototyping, and consistent batch performance ensure products meet retail, foodservice, and private-label needs. Global procurement teams benefit from competitive pricing, scalable capacity, and reliable lead times supported by export experience and logistics coordination. Technical support, OEM packaging, and compliance with international certifications reduce sourcing risk and accelerate market entry, making long-term partnerships efficient and profitable for buyers worldwide.
| Market Segment | Material | Avg Cup Volume (ml) | Wall Thickness (mm) | Compostability | Manufacturing Process | Typical Applications | Regulatory Compliance | Recyclability Rate (%) | Carbon Footprint per 1000 cups (kg CO2e) | End-of-Life Pathway | Service Support Level | Avg Lead Time (weeks) | Common Quality Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Serve Retail | Coated Paperboard (PE or PLA lining) | 120 | 0.28 | Partially (PLA variants available) | Paperboard forming & curling | Prepackaged scoops, supermarket take-home | FDA food-contact, EU food-contact regulations | ~10 | ~60 | Landfill or industrial compost (PLA) | High (custom printing, barrier selection) | 6 | ISO 9001, HACCP |
| Food Service / Quick Service | Polystyrene (PS) — foam or GPPS | 150 | 0.20 | No | Thermoforming | On-site scooping, counters, grab-and-go | FDA food-contact, EU food-contact | 5–15 | ~25 | Incineration / Limited recycling | Full (rapid replenishment, packaging design) | 3 | ISO 9001, BRC |
| Artisan Gelato Shops | Heavyweight Paperboard with PLA coating | 180 | 0.35 | Yes (industrial compostable) | Heat-sealed paperboard forming | Premium service, branded presentation | EN 13432 (compostability), applicable food regs | ~20 | ~80 | Industrial composting | High (custom short runs, creative printing) | 4 | EN 13432, ISO 14001 |
| Event / Catering | PLA (bioplastic) & coated paper blends | 200 | 0.30 | Yes | Injection moulding / thermoforming | Large festivals, catered events | EN 13432, regional food-contact rules | ~30 | ~70 | Industrial composting | Full (logistics, on-site support) | 8 | EN 13432, ISO 45001 |
| Institutional / Schools | Recyclable Paperboard with water-based barrier | 100 | 0.25 | Partially | Automated paper forming | Cafeterias, meal programs | Local food safety standards, school procurement rules | ~40 | ~50 | Recycling or composting where available | Moderate (bulk ordering support) | 5 | ISO 9001, HACCP |
| Bulk Industrial Supply | Polypropylene (PP) & high-barrier laminates | 300 | 0.45 | No | Injection moulding / specialized tooling | Bulk tubs, co-manufacturing supply | FDA, EU food-contact; industrial material approvals | ~50 | ~40 | Recycling (PP stream) | Technical (custom tooling, R&D) | 10–12 | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC |
