Vegware Compostable Hot Food Pots 170ml 6oz (Pack of 1000)
Product Description
These 6oz hot food pots from Vegware are a practical option for operators looking to move away from conventional plastic-lined disposables. Each pot is constructed from a sustainably sourced paperboard...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 1000
- Capacity
- 170ml | 6oz
- Colour
- Black
- Diameter
- 90
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Product Description
These 6oz hot food pots from Vegware are a practical option for operators looking to move away from conventional plastic-lined disposables. Each pot is constructed from a sustainably sourced paperboard base with a plant-based PLA lining, making the entire unit suitable for industrial composting rather than landfill disposal.
In a busy food service environment, a pot this size works well for smaller hot portions — soups, broths, sauces, or side dishes — where a full container would be excessive. The PLA lining holds up adequately against hot contents in the short term, which suits typical grab-and-go or counter service scenarios where the pot is in use for a limited period rather than being held for an extended time.
From an operational standpoint, the main advantages are straightforward:
- Fully compostable when sent to an industrial composting facility
- Plant-based PLA lining avoids conventional petroleum-based plastics
- Sustainably sourced paperboard reduces reliance on non-renewable materials
- Pack of 1000 supports consistent stock levels in higher-volume outlets
- Lightweight construction keeps handling and storage practical
It is worth noting that industrial composting is a requirement — these pots will not break down in home compost bins or standard recycling streams. Operators should confirm their waste contractor can accept PLA-lined foodservice packaging before committing, as collection infrastructure varies considerably across the UK.
These pots are well suited to cafés, staff restaurants, food-to-go counters, and event catering operations with an existing or planned composting waste stream. If your service involves larger hot portions, Vegware produce a range of larger formats that may be a better fit.
If you are unsure whether this format suits your packaging requirements or composting arrangements, the team is happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Plant-based PLA lining suitable for hot food service use
- Sustainably sourced paperboard base construction throughout
- Fully compostable at industrial composting facilities within 12 weeks
- 170ml capacity suited to smaller hot portions and side servings
- Pack of 1000 units supports consistent volume food service operations
Operational Benefits
- Diverts packaging waste away from landfill via industrial composting
- Reduces reliance on conventional petroleum-based plastic packaging materials
- Supports sustainable procurement goals without disrupting front-of-house service
- Bulk pack quantity reduces reorder frequency in higher-volume operations
- Lightweight format keeps storage requirements minimal in tight back-of-house areas
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 1000
- Capacity
- 170ml | 6oz
- Colour
- Black
- Diameter
- 90
- Dimensions
- 45(H) x 90(Ø)mm
- Material
- PLA & Paper
- Weight
- 7g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- No — these pots require industrial composting conditions to break down correctly. Home compost bins and standard kerbside recycling collections are not suitable. Before switching to these pots, it is worth confirming with your waste contractor that they accept PLA-lined foodservice packaging, as collection provision varies across different UK regions.
- The PLA lining performs adequately for typical short-term hot food holding, which suits counter service and grab-and-go formats well. They are not designed to retain heat over prolonged periods or to replace insulated containers where temperature retention is critical. For service styles where food sits in the pot for an extended time, a purpose-built insulated option may be more appropriate.
- At 170ml, these pots are best suited to smaller portions such as soups, sauces, broths, or side dishes. If your primary use involves larger main-course portions, Vegware offer a range of larger formats within the same compostable range that are likely to be a better match for your service requirements.