Wasara | Japan
Wasara has pioneered the trend of disposable tableware design with its highly recognizable unique line design. In its first year of launch, it was selected by the design magazine Casa Brutus as the most representative and important design of the past decade, and has won multiple awards such as the Asian Design Award Gold Award and Grand Prize, the Athena Museum Design Award in Chicago, etc. It has been highly praised by the industry and enjoys a certain level of popularity in the Chinese market.
Wasara's disposable tableware is made of treeless materials, mainly bamboo and sugarcane bagasse, which have low production energy consumption and are naturally biodegradable, reducing the burden on the environment. The product is manufactured using the Molded Pulp (heating, pressure and dehydration) method, without the use of any adhesive, ensuring safety.
The edges of Wasara's tableware emphasize texture and touch, with a wavy design that naturally matches the curvature of the human hand, making it easy and convenient to grip. The main focus is on Japanese style design, emphasizing the combination of dishes and tableware. There are round dishes, square dishes, sushi long dishes, triangular dishes with mustard cuts, as well as traditional Japanese high footed bowls and coffee cups. And paper plates come in different sizes to choose from, almost all Japanese dishes can be paired with the most suitable tableware for holding.
Due to the use of materials such as sugarcane bagasse, which are more flexible than traditional wood pulp, Wasara's materials are not only environmentally friendly and fashionable, but also harder and lighter than ordinary paper meals, waterproof and oil resistant, and less likely to deform after being loaded with food. When actually loading, it is important to choose bowl and dish sizes that match the amount of food. Unfortunately, currently the plates are almost only suitable for Japanese cuisine and cannot hold Chinese dishes mainly consisting of soup, noodles, and rice, which is not very practical for most Chinese families.
At present, domestic consumers can directly order on the official website, and Wasara also has a special set of 6-12 small portions and 50-100 large portions, which can meet the needs of family gatherings or restaurants. The unit price of plates ranges from 3 to 10 yuan, bowls and cups are about 6 yuan per piece, knives and forks are 3 yuan per pair, and a set starting at 10 yuan is slightly more expensive, suitable for consumers who pursue design and aesthetics.
Anbao | Sichuan, China
As the largest paper container enterprise in China, Anbao has strong factories in six locations including Chengdu, Chongqing, Nanjing, and Bangkok, Thailand. It is the only enterprise that participated in the drafting of the national paper container standard, and its status in the industry is self-evident. Its technical strength matches its scale, with production plants designed according to international standards. The number of imported machines from Germany and South Korea is among the top in the industry, and Nestle, Xiang Piaopiao, Coca Cola, and Kangshifu are all long-term partners.
Kraft paper, as the most popular environmentally friendly packaging material internationally, is also one of Anbao's flagship products. Anbao kraft paper series raw materials are imported, covered with food grade PE film, waterproof and oil resistant, and can be used to store conventional Western style food. This series of products includes meal boxes, soup cups, paper cups, coffee and milk tea cups, and kraft paper bags. The bonding parts are all made of PE high-temperature heat sealing, and there is no adhesive, which is more environmentally friendly and safe. The appearance texture is textured, and there are many size choices. The unit price is within 0.5 yuan.
In addition to kraft paper, the unit price of paper tableware made from natural wood pulp paper is around 0.2 yuan, which is more cost-effective for businesses that need to purchase in bulk. However, its load-bearing capacity and environmental friendliness are inferior to kraft paper, and its appearance is slightly cheaper, making it more suitable for small and medium-sized fast food restaurants or for casual gatherings in daily life.
Although Anbao mainly produces paper containers, the most widely used plastic series in disposable tableware is also present. The plastic series uses food grade PP, with two main types of appearance: transparent and black. The products include meal boxes, soup boxes, sauce plates, and fruit packaging boxes. The unit price of less than 0.3 yuan is half of that of the kraft paper series, greatly reducing the cost of use and suitable for external packaging.
It is worth noting that Anbao's disposable tableware is currently not available for retail. Both paper and plastic tableware require a minimum of 50 pieces for sale. If disposable tableware is not frequently used, it is recommended to store the remaining amount in a dry place after each use to avoid moisture and deterioration that may affect the use of subsequent products.
Yike | Hubei, China
Amidst the trend of plastic limit regulations being introduced abroad, biodegradable biomaterials are gradually gaining popularity and becoming a popular choice among environmentally friendly materials. Yike is one of the representative brands that choose this type of material. Mainly engaged in a series of products such as disposable tableware, hotel disposable items, kitchen utensils, etc., it has won honors such as "Top 10 Leading Enterprises" in China's food packaging industry and Forbes China Top 100 Potential Enterprises. Its products have obtained quality certifications from multiple countries and can stand shoulder to shoulder with Anbao.
Yike disposable tableware is made of PSM (Plastach Material) biomaterial, using high molecular weight materials such as plant starch and cellulose as some raw materials. There are no "three wastes" emissions in production and processing, and renewable resource utilization can save a lot of petroleum resources. In addition, the waste generated from the use of tableware can be completely biodegraded and compostable, reducing the burden on the environment and demonstrating excellent environmental performance.
In terms of safety, Yike tableware, which uses PSM materials throughout the line, has fewer hidden dangers of plasticizers and bisphenol A compared to traditional plastic tableware. It also avoids inferior manufacturing methods that involve adding fluorescent agents to paper tableware. As a long-term choice for disposable tableware, it will be the most reassuring choice.
At present, Yike's disposable tableware only comes in three types: bowls, plates, and water bottles, each of which offers a regular 2-4 size options, all in a simple white appearance. The overall weight of the tableware made of biological materials is relatively light, convenient to carry, and suitable for outdoor picnics or travel. However, compared to brands with rich product lines such as Anbao, Yike has fewer styles and still struggles to meet the increasingly diverse dining needs.
Compared to traditional plastic or paper tableware, the price of Yike products is slightly higher, with cups priced at about 0.3 yuan, plates priced at 0.4~0.7 yuan, and bowls priced at 0.7~1 yuan, resulting in slightly higher usage costs. Unlike Anbao, which can only be sold in bulk, Yike offers a retail set of 8-12 pieces, making it convenient to control the quantity and avoid waste when making purchases. The full box purchase price is about 10% cheaper than the retail unit price, which is more suitable for merchants who need to use in bulk.
Paper Steward | Hebei, China
For businesses that need to purchase disposable tableware in bulk, Paper Butler not only has a wide range of tableware covering almost all food categories, but also has high cost-effectiveness. Its products cover various materials such as plastic, kraft paper, biodegradable biomaterials, etc., making it one of the preferred brands for many small and medium-sized catering enterprises.
The disposable tableware of Paper Butler is very diverse, covering Chinese fast food, baked pastries, Western fast food, beverage desserts, dining utensils and packaging bags, etc. The regular plastic lunch box is as low as 0.37 yuan per set, and almost every catering enterprise can choose suitable products here, which is a blessing for many start-up businesses.
Among the many categories, the paper steward's coffee drinking appliances are the best. The brand has won the industry certification of "Excellent Packaging Enterprise" of Chinese coffee, "Quality Safety Assurance Unit" of Chinese food and coffee industry, and has always been the supplier of leading brands in coffee industry, such as Starbucks, Nestle, COSTA, Pizzahut, with stable and guaranteed output.
The coffee cup of Paper Butler is made of thick base paper, reinforced with double-layer kraft paper to strengthen the cup body, and designed with 18PE coating on the inner wall, which is waterproof, leak proof, heat-resistant, and not easily deformed. It can be used for both hot and cold drinks. Compared to other brands that come with a unified lid, Paper Butler coffee cups come in two options: a stoppered rebate lid and a multifunctional lid, both of which are made of PP material. These lids have better toughness than those made of PS, ensuring a stable and tight fit that is less likely to leak. They are highly recommended for businesses that require beverage delivery.
Apart from coffee paper cups, the most recommended is the natural pulp bowl made from wheat straw as the main raw material. Like Yike plates, it is biodegradable and has excellent environmental performance. Its appearance has the original color and texture of plant fibers, and there are various sizes and styles to choose from. However, the unit price of this series is 2 yuan per piece, which is twice the price of Yike, but the advantage lies in the rich selection and high applicability.
Morning Glory | Fujian, China
If you want to get rid of the old-fashioned and monotonous disposable packaging box, it is recommended to have creative packaging options for trumpet flowers. Laba flower also has a rich and refined product range. Although it does not use biodegradable materials and is inferior to paper butlers in terms of environmental performance, as one of the few local brands in disposable tableware that focuses on cultural and creative aspects, Laba flower can be regarded as the industry's beauty responsibility.
The representative of high aesthetic value in trumpet flowers is undoubtedly the aviation cup, which is currently adopted by many domestic and foreign airlines. The aviation cup originated from civil aviation in European and American countries, using food grade PS material, which has stronger hardness and higher transparency than traditional disposable plastic water cups, and has been widely used in catering. The trumpet shaped aviation cup comes in six different shapes, with an average price comparable to regular disposable water cups, at 0.25 yuan per cup.
The lunch box of trumpet flower is mainly made of plastic material, with additional compartments and inner plates added compared to ordinary hollow lunch boxes. The selection of compartment styles and quantities is very rich to prevent different dishes from mixing flavors. It is also a popular style of bento lunch box in Hong Kong and Taiwan, which is most suitable for holding Chinese food with rich dishes. The unit price of meal boxes ranges from 0.49 to 2 yuan, slightly higher than paper butlers, and is more commonly used in business dining occasions.
The cultural and creative nature of trumpet flowers is mainly reflected in the creative packaging area, where fashionable and versatile printed lunch box waistbands, heat-insulating and heat-resistant printed cup covers, richly patterned cutlery boxes, paper printed lunch box covers and other packaging small items can be matched with the brand's food boxes and water bottles on sale, support customization, and are suitable for merchants who want to enhance their brand image.
Shangji | Shanghai, China
Shangji is a one-stop platform for exporting catering packaging to Europe and America. However, due to its overall scale and strength far below Anbao, compared to Anbao, which has been thriving in both domestic and international markets, Shangji seems to lack some strength. Although it occupies a place in the disposable tableware market in the Yangtze River Delta region, the limitations of its product categories are still one of the weaknesses that Shangji cannot expand its market.
Due to plastic restrictions imposed by countries such as the UK and France in the European and American markets, as well as strong environmental awareness, Shangji's main products targeting the European and American markets are not plastic, but like Anbao, they focus on the internationally popular kraft paper lunch box.
Most of Shangji's disposable tableware is suitable for Western style dining. Classic Western dishes such as hamburgers, salads, french fries, sandwiches, and pizzas can find corresponding specialized packaging with rich specifications and a unit price of around 0.5 yuan. However, its practicality is not high for businesses and families that specialize in Chinese style dining.
In addition to food containers, we also offer paper cups made of kraft paper, which are priced similarly to the kraft paper coffee cups from Paper Butler, with a unit price of around 0.3 yuan. They are usually used to hold hot drinks. If you plan to use it to hold cold drinks, we recommend PET transparent plastic bottles, which come in 8 different specifications. The cup surface is smooth and transparent, resistant to low temperatures, and can be refrigerated. It is used to store different juices and has a high appearance value. However, the unit price is around 1.5 yuan, and the cost of use is relatively high.
ShengRongya | Guangdong, China
Sheng Rongya was once selected as the exclusive supplier of tableware bags for the Shenzhen Universiade, and is one of the most commonly used disposable tableware brands by businesses in the Pearl River Delta region. Chopsticks and other dining utensils sets are the main products that have put a lot of effort into. The most common round single chopsticks are made of fast-growing bamboo, polished smooth without burrs, without paint or wax, ensuring safety. The price of 0.07 yuan per pair has also been favored by many small and medium-sized catering enterprises.
Shengrongya's four piece chopstick set comes in a variety of creative packaging options. The outer packaging is made of thick felt kraft paper or frosted film, which is heat-resistant and moisture-proof. Each pair of chopsticks is disinfected and then sealed, making it more hygienic and safe. The unit price is around 0.28 yuan, suitable for catering enterprises that pursue high quality or dining in formal business occasions.
On disposable tableware such as lunch boxes, Sheng Rongya still mainly uses traditional plastic materials, which have poor environmental performance. The products are mainly divided into two categories: soup cups and lunch boxes. The soup cups have a wide range of sizes to choose from, with a maximum capacity of up to 5000ml, suitable for serving large dishes such as boiled fish and hot pot. The unit price of plastic soup cups ranges from 0.3 to 2.7 yuan, and only 60 sets or more are available for bulk sale.
Similar to trumpet shaped lunch boxes, Shengrongya's plastic lunch boxes have compartments with inner plates, covering regular 2-5 compartment options, with a unit price ranging from 0.98 to 1.4 yuan. However, the style is mediocre and inferior in appearance design to trumpet shaped lunch boxes with creative packaging accessories such as waistbands.
New Tianli | Zhejiang, China
As a brand with over 30 years of experience in the domestic food container industry, New Tianli adheres to traditional methods in the selection of product materials, including pulp and plastic. However, it knows how to keep up with trends in its exterior design, and the popular printing styles on the market are rarely absent from New Tianli.
At present, New Tianli's main product is disposable water cups, in addition to plastic packaging bowls and straws, which are two major types of disposable utensils. There are not many types, but the advantage is that each category has a rich selection of specifications and provides customized services.
The most recommended one is the Beer Pong Cup, named after the most popular drinking game in American universities. It is a creative game cup with three colors: red, yellow, and blue. Made of plastic material, with a moderate capacity of 200ml, it has an exclusive and pioneering non damaging mouth curling process, so even for children, there is no need to worry about scratching their mouths.
Due to its beautiful and eye-catching colors, Beer Pong cups can also be used as children's toys or in lively atmosphere occasions such as board games and gatherings. With an average unit price of 0.3 yuan per cup, it breaks the dull image of disposable water cups and brings users a unique sensory experience.
New Tianli's paper water cups are made of high-quality A-grade paper, with a unit price of 0.49-0.89 yuan. As a water cup made of ordinary pulp material, the price is relatively high. However, New Tianli's paper cups are more fashionable in printing and follow the cool and elegant route of British style. They have a good appearance and texture, making them suitable for Western style beverage stores such as coffee shops.
Canon | United States
Canon mainly produces disposable products such as cling film, sealed bags, and tin foil plates. Among them, cling products are popular worldwide and can be found in many Chinese households.
In the plate series, Canon currently only offers tin foil plates, which are made of alloy aluminum foil and have the characteristics of high temperature resistance, no sticking to the bottom, and no deformation during baking. They are suitable for various use scenarios such as baking rice, barbecue, cake baking, etc. They can be directly used as baking trays or to hold oily baked foods, maximizing the preservation of the original flavor of the food.
At present, there are three specifications of tin foil plates: 840ml round plate, 900ml square plate, and 2L square plate, with large capacities and unit prices ranging from 3.5 to 4.5 yuan. However, due to the deformation of tin foil material under stress, if purchased through online channels, express delivery is likely to cause the plate to deform. It is recommended to adjust the shape before baking to avoid uneven heating of the food.