Vegware Compostable Hot Food Pots 340ml 12oz (Pack of 500)
Product Description
These 340ml hot food pots from Vegware are designed as a compostable alternative to standard plastic-lined disposable pots. Each pot combines a sustainably sourced paperboard outer with a plant-based PLA...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 500
- Bpa free
- BPA free
- Capacity
- 340ml | 12oz
- Colour
- White
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Product Description
These 340ml hot food pots from Vegware are designed as a compostable alternative to standard plastic-lined disposable pots. Each pot combines a sustainably sourced paperboard outer with a plant-based PLA lining, making the whole unit suitable for industrial composting rather than landfill disposal.
In a busy food service environment, the practical difference from a conventional pot is minimal — they hold hot food securely, perform reliably during service, and handle the same range of hot dishes you'd expect: soups, stews, curries, pasta, rice-based dishes, and similar. The PLA lining provides sufficient heat resistance for standard hot food holding and service temperatures.
The main operational advantage is waste stream management. Where a site already has, or is working towards, an industrial composting collection arrangement, switching to these pots means hot food packaging is diverted away from general waste. That can simplify waste disposal, reduce landfill costs over time, and support sustainability commitments that many operators — particularly in contract catering, education, and healthcare — are increasingly required to demonstrate.
- Fully compostable at industrial composting facilities within 12 weeks
- PLA lining suitable for hot food service use
- Paperboard sourced from sustainably managed materials
- A practical alternative to plastic-lined single-use pots
- Pack of 500 suits regular service volumes without frequent reordering
It is worth confirming that your waste contractor accepts industrially compostable packaging before committing to volume orders, as collection infrastructure varies across UK regions. These pots are not suitable for home composting.
If you are reviewing your overall disposables range or have questions about compostable packaging for a particular service style, we are happy to help you think it through.
Key Features
- PLA-lined paperboard construction rated for hot food service
- Fully compostable within 12 weeks at industrial composting facilities
- 340ml capacity suitable for single-portion hot food servings
- Sustainably sourced paperboard base from renewable materials
- Supplied in packs of 500 for consistent service-level stock
Operational Benefits
- Diverts hot food packaging waste away from landfill disposal
- Supports demonstrable sustainability commitments for contract caterers
- Reduces plastic-lined waste in high-volume food service operations
- Consistent stock levels maintained with a 500-unit pack format
- Simpler waste stream management where composting collections are available
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 500
- Bpa free
- BPA free
- Capacity
- 340ml | 12oz
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 115
- Dimensions
- 62(H) x 115(Ø)mm
- Freezer safe
- No
- Material
- PLA & Paper
- Microwave safe
- No
- Weight
- 10g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — these pots are certified for industrial composting, not home composting. They need to be sent to an industrial composting facility to break down within the 12-week timeframe. Before switching your operation to compostable packaging, it is worth confirming that your current waste contractor accepts industrially compostable materials, as provision varies across different parts of the UK.
- The PLA lining is designed to handle standard hot food service temperatures, making these pots suitable for typical hot-hold and serve applications such as soups, sauces, curries, and similar dishes. They are not intended for use in ovens or microwaves, and should not be used to hold food at extreme temperatures for extended periods.
- For a café or food-to-go outlet doing modest covers, a pack of 500 will typically last a reasonable period before reordering is needed. Higher-volume operations such as busy contract catering sites or festival catering may find it more practical to order multiple packs to avoid running short during service. If you are unsure what quantity suits your throughput, we are glad to advise.