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Disposable Foodservice Cups, Lids & Straws Manufacturer

A disposable foodservice cups, lids and straws manufacturer supplies coordinated paper cups, PET cold cups, PP cups, compatible lids, paper straws and plastic straws. XcelLink Ecopack helps wholesale buyers align material selection, rim dimensions, printing, packing, compliance documentation, fit testing and shipment planning through one accountable sourcing program.

Matched System

Cup + Lid + Straw

Product Categories

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Countries Served

BRCGS

Certified Manufacturer

Recommended RFQ Details

To prepare an accurate quotation, please provide the product format, dimensions or capacity, forecast order volume, destination market, intended application, packaging requirements, required documents, and target delivery date.

Automatic Production Lines

Across the broader foodservice packaging platform.

Self-Developed Machines

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Supporting forming, production, inspection and packing.

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Product-specific capacity is confirmed during quotation.

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Specification-to-shipment support for international buyers.

The Procurement Problem

A Cup Program Fails When Components Are Sourced as Unrelated SKUs

A low unit price does not protect a beverage rollout from loose lids, uncertain heat limits, inconsistent print color, incorrect straw dimensions or cartons that do not match warehouse and container plans.

Cup-and-Lid Mismatch

The same nominal ounce capacity can use a different rim diameter, bead profile and snap geometry. Capacity-only purchasing increases leakage and lid-retention risk.

Solution: dimensional matching plus assembled-sample fit testing.

Unverified Temperature Use

A resin name alone does not establish fill temperature, contact duration or sealing performance. Intended-use conditions must be confirmed against the exact cup and lid model.

Solution: material, beverage and service-temperature review by SKU.

Print Drift Across Reorders

Missing Pantone references, uncontrolled artwork versions and weak rub resistance can undermine brand consistency across cup sizes, wrappers and cartons.

Solution: artwork approval, color references and print-control checkpoints.

Fragmented Logistics

Separate suppliers create duplicate sampling, unmatched cartons, inconsistent lead-time assumptions and avoidable container-space loss.

Solution: coordinated inner packs, cartons, pallets and loading plans.

One Coordinated Sourcing Brief

Six Product Categories, Matched Around the Beverage Application

Compare bulk disposable cups, lids and straws by material, service temperature, rim dimensions, sealing method, printing requirements and final packing rather than treating each component as an isolated purchase.

Paper Cups

Single-wall, double-wall and ripple-wall cups with PE, applicable PLA or other specified barrier structures.

PET Cold Cups

Clear cups for iced coffee, juice, smoothies, soft drinks, desserts and cold takeaway programs.

PP Cups

Clear, translucent, frosted or colored formats for tea, milk tea, juice and takeaway beverages.

Cup Lids

PET, PP or paper lids matched by cup rim diameter, rim profile, locking geometry and intended use.

Paper Straws

Standard, jumbo and specialty-drink formats with project-specific paper, adhesive, ink and wrapping.

Plastic Straws

Straight, flexible, jumbo and boba formats in selected polymers, colors and packing configurations.

BROWSE AVAILABLE PRODUCTS

Find the Right Disposable Cups, Lids & Straws for Your Beverage Program

Use the category tabs to compare paper cups, PET cold cups, PP cups, cup lids, paper straws and plastic straws. Review available materials, capacities, rim diameters, lid-fit options, temperature suitability, printing, packing formats and customization options, then open a product page to request specifications, matched samples or a tailored wholesale quotation.

Ripple Wall Paper Coffee Cup with White Sip Lid

Ripple wall paper coffee cup with a white sip lid, ribbed outer texture, tapered profile, and multiple color options for cafés, coffee shops, takeaway beverage service, and private label packaging.

Kraft Custom Printed Paper Coffee Cups with Black Sip Lids

Disposable paper coffee cups with black sip lids, printed wrap designs, kraft textures, white rolled rims, and stacked presentation for cafés, coffee shops, takeaway counters, catering, and private label beverage packaging.

Ripple Wall Kraft Paper Coffee Cups for Takeaway Drinks

Ripple wall kraft paper coffee cups with ribbed kraft-look texture, white rolled rims, stackable tapered bodies, and matching lid options for cafés, takeaway drinks, catering, and wholesale beverage packaging.

Printed Paper Coffee Cup with Sip Lid

Paper beverage cup with a tapered body, printed green exterior, white base, and sip-through drink lid shown. Suitable for coffee, tea, and takeaway café service

Kraft Paper Coffee Cups for Takeaway Beverage Packaging

Kraft paper coffee cups with white rolled rims, kraft brown exterior, white interior and black or white sip lid options. Suitable for takeaway hot beverages, coffee shops, catering service and private label packaging.

Ripple Wall Paper Coffee Cups with Lids for Takeaway

Textured ripple wall paper coffee cups designed for cafes, coffee shops, takeaway counters, catering, and beverage service. Kraft, red, black, patterned, and custom color options are shown, with compatible sip lids for convenient drink packaging.

Paper Coffee Cup with Ripple Wall and Print Option

Tapered paper beverage cups with ripple-wall and printed outer appearances. A separate black sip-through lid is shown, with visible color and logo print examples for café, takeaway, and private label drink service.

Paper Cups with Bamboo Pulp Double-Layer Design

Natural brown paper cups shown with bamboo pulp double-layer wording, rolled rims, sip-through lid options, and multiple visible cup sizes for takeaway beverage service.

Custom Printed Paper Cup for Beverage Service

Tapered printed paper cup with a rolled rim, open-top drink format, and smooth cream paperboard appearance for beverage service and custom branding projects.

Kraft Paper Coffee Cups with Black Lids

Kraft-style paper coffee cups with white rolled rims, printed coffee graphics, and black sip-through lid options for takeaway drink service.

Printed Paper Cup for Takeaway Beverage Service

Tapered paper beverage cup with a smooth printed exterior, rolled rim, and open-top drinking format. Multiple visible size options and custom branding presentation are shown

Printed Paper Cups for Beverage and Snack Packaging

Assorted printed paper cups with rolled rims, tapered bodies, kraft and colorful design options for cafés, events, takeaway drinks, desserts, candy, and snack packaging.

Kraft-Style Paper Cup with Flat Lid

Kraft-style paper beverage cup with a tapered body and flat fitted lid. Suitable for takeaway drink service in cafés, juice shops, and foodservice counters

Paper Coffee Cup with Sip-Through Lid

Tapered paper coffee cup with a rolled rim and separate sip-through lid. Shown in plain white and printed designs for takeaway beverage service.

Kraft Paper Coffee Cup with Sip-Through Lid for Cafés

Kraft-style paper coffee cup with a tapered beverage cup body, white rim and base, and optional sip-through lid. Suitable for café, takeaway, catering, and branded drink service.

Double Wall Paper Cup with Sip Lid

Double wall paper cup with a tapered beverage shape, rolled rim, and sip-through lid shown. Suitable for coffee, tea, and branded takeaway drink service.

Clear Milk Tea Cup with Flat and Dome Lid

Clear cold drink cup with a tapered body and transparent lid options, suitable for milk tea, iced coffee, juice, lemonade, smoothies, and takeaway beverages.

Clear Can-Shaped Cold Drink Cup with Separate Metal Lid

Transparent can-shaped cold drink cup with cylindrical and rounded body options and separate metal lids shown. Suitable for juice, tea, coffee, milk tea, water, and retail beverage presentation.

U-Shaped Clear PET Cup with Multiple Lid Options

Clear U-shaped PET cup with a rounded lower profile and smooth transparent body. Flat, dome, sip-through, flip-cap, and specialty lid styles are shown for cold drinks, milk tea, yogurt, fruit desserts, and café takeaway service.

Clear PET Cat Paw Cup for Cold Drinks, 260ml

A compact clear PET cup with a rounded cat-paw base, rolled rim, and separate lid options. Suitable for iced coffee, milk tea, matcha, desserts, and takeaway beverage service.

Clear PET Yogurt Cup with Inner Tray and Dome Lid

A transparent round PET cup system with a removable inner tray for dry toppings and a clear dome lid. Shown in 7.5 oz, 10 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, and 20 oz formats for yogurt, cereal, fruit, and cold desserts.

Clear Iced Coffee Cup for Café Takeaway

A clear, tapered cold drink cup with a wide opening and compact profile, shown with iced coffee and layered milk drinks. Suitable for cafés, beverage shops and takeaway service.

Smoky Clear Milk Tea Cup with Black Sip Lid

Smoky clear plastic-style cold beverage cup with tapered body and black fitted lid options, suitable for milk tea, iced coffee, bubble tea, and takeaway drink service.

Clear Ice Cream Dessert Cup with Fitted Lid

Transparent dessert cup with a round tapered body, ribbed lower section, rounded rim, and optional clear dome lid shown for ice cream, parfaits, soft serve, mousse, and fruit desserts.

Square Clear Milk Tea Cups with Fitted Lids

Clear square cups shown in 10–24 oz formats with a common 93 mm rim. The range includes low dessert cups and tall beverage cups with fitted flat, dome, and straw-slot lid options.

PET Cold Cup with Custom Logo and Flat Lid

A rigid cold drink cup shown in clear and black translucent finishes, with a wide top rim, flat lid option, and bold logo printing for iced coffee, tea, juice, and takeaway beverage service.

Square Clear Cold Drink Cup with Fitted Straw-Slot Lid

Square beverage cups with a clear plastic appearance, tapered body, fitted raised lid, and central straw opening. Shown for layered iced drinks, milk tea, coffee, and café takeaway service.

Clear Plastic Dessert Cup with Dome Lid

Round clear plastic appearance cups with transparent dome and flat fitted lid options, shown in multiple heights for cold drinks, fruit cups, parfaits, and takeaway dessert display.

Cold Drink Cup with Smoky Clear Finish and Flat Lid

A smoky transparent cold beverage cup with a tapered body, rolled black rim, and fitted flat lid shown. Suitable for iced coffee, tea, juice, and milk tea service.

Clear PET Milk Tea Cup with 98mm Rim

Transparent tapered PET cold cup series with 98mm rim, flat clear lid option shown, and visible sizes from 12oz to 24oz for milk tea, iced coffee, smoothies and takeaway drinks.

Milk Tea Cups in Black PET with Flat or Dome Lids

Translucent smoke-black PET beverage cups in straight and U-shaped profiles, shown with flat straw-slot and dome lids. Multiple sizes support milk tea, iced coffee, smoothies, juice, and takeaway drink service.

Clear Milk Tea Cup with Logo and Lid Options

Clear plastic-appearance milk tea cup series with a tapered body, 98 mm rim sizes shown, and matching flat, sip, high, or dome lid options for cold takeaway beverages.

PP Injection Molded Cup with 90mm Rim

A coordinated 90 mm cup range in clear and frosted finishes, offered in multiple heights and capacities with matching flat sip lids and optional logo printing.

Handled Plastic Yogurt Tub with Snap-On Lid

Round white yogurt tub with a deep profile, fitted snap-on lid, carry handle, printable exterior, and optional clear topping dome for dairy and chilled food packaging.

Round-Bottom Frosted PP Cup for Boba Drinks

Frosted round-bottom PP beverage cups with a 90 mm rim, smooth walls, and three visible size options. Suitable for boba, milk tea, fruit tea, smoothies, and branded takeaway drink service.

Torch Base PP Cup with Flat Lid, 32 oz

Clear 32 oz / 950 ml PP beverage cup with a 105 mm reinforced rim, tall tapered profile, stepped torch base and clear flat lid. Suitable for branded cold-drink service and private-label supply.

Printed Plastic Yogurt Cup with Peelable Foil-Style Lid

Round, tapered yogurt cup with an opaque molded-plastic appearance, glossy printed exterior, wide sealing flange and peelable metallic lidding film shown.

Custom Printed PP Cold Cups for Beverage Service

Clear and frosted PP cold cups with tapered walls, rolled rims, and custom logo or event artwork. The images show 12 oz, 16 oz, 20 oz, and 24 oz options, with clear flat lids shown for takeaway drinks.

Frosted Cold Drink Cup with Custom Logo

A tall, tapered cold drink cup with a frosted translucent finish, smooth rim, nesting form, and front logo print. Multiple sizes are shown; exact material, capacity, and lid fit require confirmation.

U-Shaped Frosted PP Cup for Bubble Tea Takeaway Drinks

A U-shaped PP beverage cup with clear or frosted finishes, a rolled rim, and compatible flat or dome lid options shown. Logo customization is available on request.

Clear Drink Bucket Cup with Lid, Straw and Handle

A clear bucket-style cold drink cup with a round body, fitted lid, straw opening and carry handle, suitable for fruit tea, juice, smoothies and takeaway beverage service.

16 oz White Ribbed Disposable Beverage Cup

White 16 oz disposable drink cup with a tapered body, rolled rim, molded base and ribbed grip section. Shown without a lid; exact material and lid compatibility require confirmation.

Frosted PP Cold Drink Cup with Fitted Lid

Semi-transparent U-shaped PP beverage cup with a smooth frosted finish, rounded rim, and fitted lid. Available in 14 oz, 16 oz, and 24 oz formats for cold drinks and branded events.

Frosted Cold Drink Cup with Custom Logo and Lid

Translucent frosted cold drink cup with a tapered body, rolled rim, custom front printing, and optional flat or dome lid. Images show 12 oz and 16 oz formats for event and beverage service.

Square 60 ml PP Dessert Cup with Clear Lid

Clear 60 ml PP cup with a square opening, tapered walls, compact base, and optional fitted lid. Designed for individual desserts, fruit, appetizers, and tasting portions.

PP Cold Drink Cups with Flat and Dome Lid Options

A versatile PP cold cup range with tapered bodies, rolled rims, clear, frosted and black finishes, plus flat, dome, straw-slot and sealing-film options. Sizes shown range from 12 oz to 24 oz, with logo printing available on request.

Yogurt Cup with In-Mold Label for Dairy Food Packaging

Round, tapered plastic yogurt cup with a smooth rim, integrated in-mold label graphics, and separate fitted lid options for chilled dairy and dessert packaging.

Square PP Drink Cup with Straw-Slot Lid

Square, tapered PP beverage cup with rounded corners, a flat bottom, and a fitted raised lid with central straw opening. Clear and smoke-gray options are shown for lemonade, fruit tea, milk tea, juice, and takeaway drinks.

Hot Cup Lids in Compostable PLA with Sip-Through Options

Compostable PLA hot cup lids with sip-through openings, fitted rims, vent holes, and multiple color options shown for takeaway coffee and hot beverage service.

Assorted Flat and Dome Cup Lids for Beverage Cups

Assorted black, white and clear beverage cup lids featuring flat, dome, sip-through, tabbed and straw-slot profiles. Multiple rim sizes are shown for different paper and clear drink cup formats.

Flip-Tab Cup Lid for Takeaway Paper Coffee Cups

Raised round cup lid with a hinged flip-tab drinking opening, small vent and formed outer rim. Black and white options are shown for compatible paper coffee cups; exact resin and fit size require confirmation.

Hot Drink Cup Lids with Reclosable Flip-Tab Closure

A range of round, raised-profile cup lids with sip-through and reclosable flip-tab designs. Shown in black, white, clear, metallic, and bright color options for coffee shops, beverage counters, and takeaway service.

Reclosable Flip-Top Cup Lid for Takeaway Beverage Service

Round reclosable cup lid with a hinged flip panel, sip opening, and press-on rim. Shown in black and assorted colors for compatible takeaway paper cups; exact material and fit specifications to confirm.

Low-Dome Plastic Cold Cup Lid with Attached Stopper

Round low-dome beverage lid with a raised drinking opening and tethered stopper. Clear, white and black versions are shown; exact resin, diameter and cup compatibility should be confirmed.

Pleated Paper Cup Lid with Optional Straw Hole and Logo

Round white paper cup covers with pleated sidewalls, optional straw openings, and printed branding. Diameters shown range from 6.0 to 9.0 cm for varied cup or glass sizes.

PLA Sip-Through Cup Lids for Hot Beverage Cups

Black and white round beverage cup lids with a raised rim, sip-through opening, vent hole, and embossed size markings. Visible variants include 4 oz, 8 oz, and 10/12/16/20 oz cup-fit ranges.

Flip-Tab Cup Lid for Takeaway Beverage Cups

Round standalone beverage lid with a raised sip opening and hinged flip tab. White and clear plastic appearances are shown; exact resin, diameter, and cup compatibility require confirmation.

Clear PET Cold Cup Lids in Flat and Dome Styles

Clear PET lids for compatible cold drink cups, shown in flat, smooth dome, high dome and faceted dome profiles. Selected versions include straw slots or round top openings.

Plastic Cup Lids for Coffee and Cold Drinks

Standalone beverage cup lids in flat, dome, pop-up, panda, flip coffee, double-hole and plug styles. Images show clear, black, white and colored options for takeaway drink service.

Reclosable Coffee Cup Lids with Flip-Lock Tabs

Round coffee cup lids with reclosable flip-lock tabs and removable stopper options. The images show 80 mm and 90 mm diameters, black, white, and assorted colors, with PP identified for most lock-up models.

Assorted Molded Fiber Cup Lids for Beverage Service

A supplier range of round beverage cup lids with molded fiber appearance, white or natural beige finishes, and multiple raised, sip-opening and tab-style profiles.

Clear Cup Lids in Flat and Dome Styles

Standalone round cup lids with a clear plastic appearance, shown in flat and dome profiles. Options include X-cut straw slots and dome openings for cold beverage service. Exact resin, rim diameter, and cup compatibility require confirmation.

Black PS Sip-Through Cup Lid for Hot Drinks

Black plastic sip-through cup lid with raised drinking opening, embossed 12/16 oz marking, and PS 6 material code visible. Designed for hot beverage cup service.

Assorted Sip-Through Cup Lids for Hot Drink Service

Standalone beverage lids in assorted colors and profiles, with sip openings, hinged tabs, sliding closures and ribbed rims. Exact size, material and cup compatibility require confirmation.

Kraft Paper Drinking Straws for Beverage Service

Straight paper drinking straws with a smooth cylindrical structure and multiple color options. Suitable for beverage service, cafés, restaurants, catering, and takeaway drink applications.

Kraft Paper Drinking Straws for Foodservice Beverages

Natural brown paper drinking straws with visible spiral-wound construction, shown in mixed lengths and diameters for cafés, beverage shops, catering, and takeaway drinks.

Paper Drinking Straws with Wrapped and Striped Options

Straight paper-style drinking straws shown in assorted spiral-striped colors and plain white individually wrapped formats. Suitable for beverage service, takeaway orders, catering, and custom supply projects.

Custom Striped Paper Drinking Straws for Foodservice

Assorted striped paper drinking straws shown in straight, bendable and pointed-tip styles, with multiple size options and kraft-style retail packaging for cafés, beverage shops, catering and private-label supply.

Telescopic White Paper Straws for Beverage Service

A white telescopic paper drinking straw with a two-section sliding structure. The visible model measures 120 mm when compact and 180 mm when extended, with a 6 mm diameter.

Individually Wrapped White and Kraft Paper Straws

Straight paper drinking straws in white and kraft-style finishes, each shown with an individual white wrapper. Multiple visible lengths and diameters support cafés, takeaway drinks, catering, and wholesale beverage service.

Paper Drinking Straws with Wrapped and Unwrapped Options

Straight paper drinking straws in natural kraft and white finishes, shown in both unwrapped and individually wrapped formats for cafés, beverage counters, catering, and takeaway drink service.

Paper Straws for Beverage Foodservice Supply

Straight paper straws with a clean cylindrical structure and light paper-style appearance. Designed for beverage service in cafés, restaurants, catering, and takeaway drink applications.

Individually Wrapped White Paper Straws for Drinks

White paper-style drinking straws in individual wrappers for beverage counters, cafés, catering, and takeaway orders. Exact material, diameter, and length to confirm.

White Paper Drinking Straws for Beverage Service

Straight white paper straws with visible spiral-wound construction and open ends, presented loose for beverage service. Exact dimensions, packing, and specifications require confirmation.

Wrapped Paper Straws 6mm x 190mm for Cold Drinks

Straight paper drinking straws in white and kraft-style finishes, with individually wrapped options shown. Visible size: 6 mm diameter x 190 mm length. Suitable for cold drink service and private-label packing projects.

Colored Paper Straws with Individual Wrapping for Drinks

Individually wrapped paper straws featuring colorful striped designs and kraft-style options. Suitable for beverage service, cafés, restaurants, catering, and foodservice supply applications.

Assorted Purple Printed Paper Straws for Drink Service

Coordinated purple and white paper straws in star, heart, polka-dot, stripe and chevron designs. Straight open-ended format for cafés, parties, beverage shops, catering and private-label assortments.

Assorted Wrapped Plastic Straws for Beverage Service

An assorted range of straight plastic-style drinking straws shown in multiple colors, diameters, and individual wrapper formats for cafés, takeaway drinks, catering, and beverage service.

Individually Wrapped Plastic Straws for Foodservice

A mixed range of straight plastic-style drinking straws shown in clear, black, and green, with kraft paper, white paper, and transparent individual wrapping options.

Square Paper Tray with Clear Lid for Hamburgers

Square paper tray-style base with a separate clear fitted lid, designed for hamburgers, sandwiches, sushi, desserts, bakery items, and takeaway food display.

Colorful Printed Plastic Straws for Cold Drinks

Decorative straight plastic straws in pastel spiral, rainbow, yellow watermelon, and pink watermelon patterns for cold drinks, catering, parties, cafés, and takeaway beverage service.

Individually Wrapped PLA Drinking Straws

White straight drinking straws supplied in kraft-style individual sleeves and clear bulk packs. The original wrapper identifies PLA material; exact size, packing quantity, and certification details require confirmation.

White Telescopic Drinking Straw, Individually Wrapped

White telescopic drinking straw with an individual clear wrapper, slant-cut tip, and adjustable two-section structure for takeaway beverages and foodservice supply.

Individually Wrapped Black Plastic Straws 21cm x 6mm

Straight black drinking straws with a smooth cylindrical profile, flat-cut ends, and individual white sleeves. The visible size is 21 cm long with a 6 mm diameter for general cold beverage service.

Colorful Flexible Plastic Drinking Straws for Cold Drinks

Assorted clear and colored plastic-style drinking straws with straight, flexible, striped, and novelty loop designs for cold beverage service and foodservice supply.

Individually Wrapped Plastic Straws for Cold Drinks

Straight plastic-style drinking straws shown in clear, black, frosted and assorted colors, with individually wrapped and unwrapped options for cold beverage service.

Molded Paper Pulp Drink Carrier Tray

Open molded paper pulp carrier tray with four visible cup positions, raised supports, natural brown surface, and stackable nested structure for takeaway beverage service.

Printed Paper Plate for Catering Foodservice Use

Round printed paper plate with a white serving center and colorful geometric rim, designed for catering, party meals, buffet service, desserts, snacks, and foodservice table presentation.

Paper Pulp Drink Carrier Tray for Takeaway Cups

Open paper-pulp drink carrier tray with recessed wells and multi-compartment layouts for carrying takeaway coffee, tea, milk tea, and other beverage cups.

Kraft-Style Paper Taco Tray for Takeaway

Open-top kraft-style paper taco holder with a folded carton body and angled side panels, suitable for tacos, wraps, snacks, food trucks, cafés, and takeaway service.

Printed Paper Food Tray for Fried Chicken Service

Open printed paper food tray with a shallow rectangular profile, low side walls, white interior, and red-orange exterior design for fried chicken, snacks, and takeaway foodservice use.

Paper Food Trays for Sushi and Bakery Packing

Natural brown paper-made trays with shallow open-top profiles, low side walls, rounded corners, and multiple visible sizes for foodservice display and takeaway packing.

Kraft Paper Cup Carrier Tray for Takeaway Drinks

Folded kraft-style paperboard cup carrier tray with circular cup openings and low side walls, suitable for takeaway coffee, beverage delivery, catering, and café drink service.

Technical specifications matrix

Compare Material, Planning Range, Compatibility and QC Before RFQ

The values below are realistic planning ranges rather than universal guarantees. Final dimensions, wall structures, temperatures and documentation must be confirmed against the selected SKU, mold and destination market.

Detailed cups, lids and straws technical selection matrix
Buyer Checklist Procurement Variable	01 · Paperboard Paper Cups	02 · Clear PET PET Cold Cups	03 · PP Format PP Cups	04 · Closure Cup Lids	05 · Paper Paper Straws	06 · Polymer Plastic Straws
01 Material & Construction	Food-contact cupstock with PE, applicable PLA, aqueous or another specified barrier; single-, double- or ripple-wall construction.	Clear food-contact PET; recycled content only when specified and supported by applicable documentation.	Clear, translucent, frosted or colored food-contact PP in standard or specialty-drink structures.	PET, PP, paper or another approved material selected by cup rim, beverage temperature and closure function.	Multi-ply food-contact paper construction; paper grade, adhesive, ink and any functional treatment require review.	PP or another specified food-contact polymer; straight, flexible, spoon, jumbo or specialty structure.
02 Typical Planning Range	Approximately 2–32 oz across hot- and cold-drink formats.	Approximately 7–32 oz with model-specific rim families and flat or dome lids.	Approximately 8–32 oz across standard and specialty-beverage formats.	Flat, dome, sip-through, straw-slot, vented and selected reclosable formats matched by rim family.	Approximately 6–12 mm diameter and 120–250 mm length.	Approximately 3–12 mm diameter and 120–260 mm length.
03 Critical Dimensions	Nominal and brimful capacity, top diameter, bottom diameter, height, rim profile and board weight.	Cup weight, top diameter, wall thickness, height, rim geometry and stacking pitch.	Cup weight, top diameter, height, wall structure, sealing surface and stacking geometry.	Outer and inner profile, snap bead, skirt depth, vent or opening position and overall diameter.	Outer diameter, inner opening, length, wall build, ply structure and end-cut profile.	Outer diameter, inner opening, length, wall thickness, bend section and tip profile.
04 Structural Performance	Side-seam bond, bottom curl, bottom seal, compression resistance and handling stiffness.	Clarity, wall stiffness, rim integrity, impact resistance, drop performance and de-nesting.	Impact resistance, wall stiffness, rim integrity and sealing-film performance where applicable.	Application force, retention force, cracking, venting, opening function and de-nesting.	Wet strength, delamination resistance, bending, seam integrity and drink-duration performance.	Bending recovery, crack resistance, dimensional stability and wrapper-seal integrity.
05 Fit & Leak Validation	Test the finished cup with the exact lid model under the intended beverage temperature and holding time.	Confirm application force, retention, leakage, dome clearance and stacking with the selected lid.	Confirm snap-lid or sealing-film compatibility using the intended beverage and handling conditions.	Conduct physical fit testing with the actual cup rim; nominal diameter alone is not sufficient for approval.	Confirm fit through the selected lid opening and suitability for cup height, drink viscosity and serving time.	Confirm lid-slot fit, cup-height suitability, bend position and drink-delivery performance.
06 Use Conditions	Confirm hot or cold use, beverage temperature, contact time, insulation requirement and condensation exposure.	Plan primarily for cold drinks and confirm the selected finished structure under actual filling and transport conditions.	Confirm beverage temperature, contact duration, sealing method and handling requirements by finished SKU.	Validate according to lid material, hot or cold beverage use, venting and transport requirements.	Confirm resistance to ice, acidity, soaking time and prolonged beverage contact.	Confirm beverage temperature, contact time, flexibility and suitability for the intended drink format.
07 Printing & Branding	Full-wrap or selected print area, Pantone control, registration, ink adhesion and rub resistance.	Selected logo printing, fill lines and visual inspection on clear cup surfaces.	Selected logo printing, custom color and surface-finish consistency.	Embossed logo, printed paper lid or selected branding subject to material and lid structure.	Printed straw, printed wrapper, color pattern and coordinated paper packaging.	Custom color, stripe, printed wrapper, individual logo pack or retail configuration.
08 Packing Configuration	Sleeves or inner bags, master cartons, private-label cartons, pallets and container-loading plans.	Inner bags, export cartons, pallet configuration and container-loading plan.	Inner bags, retail-ready formats, master cartons, pallets and loading plans.	Nested sleeves or bags, inner cartons, bulk cartons and matched cup-and-lid packing programs.	Bulk or individually wrapped; custom inner boxes, dispenser packs and export cartons.	Bulk or individually wrapped; flow-wrap, paper wrapper, dispenser box and export carton options.
09 Approval Evidence	Finished-SKU specification, food-contact evidence, migration documentation and applicable FSC, PFAS or compostability evidence.	Resin and finished-product declarations, food-contact evidence and recycled-content support where claimed.	Resin declaration, food-contact evidence and documentation matched to the intended use conditions.	Material declaration, finished-lid specification, fit-test record and applicable food-contact evidence.	Paper grade, adhesive or coating declaration, food-contact evidence and environmental-claim scope where applicable.	Polymer declaration, food-contact evidence, finished-product specification and claim documentation where applicable.

Buyer system-approval rule: cup capacity and nominal rim diameter do not establish compatibility. Approve the physical cup, lid and straw combination using the intended beverage, temperature, filling level, holding time and transport conditions before bulk production.

Application-Led Sourcing

Select by Beverage Conditions, Not by Marketing Label

“Eco-friendly,” “plastic,” and “paper” are not complete purchasing specifications. The correct selection begins with temperature, beverage type, contact time, clarity, sealing method, disposal claim and destination-market requirements.

Define conditions

Beverage type, temperature, ice load, contact time and service method.

Match components

Cup structure, rim diameter, lid format, venting and straw geometry.

Verify evidence

Samples, fit testing, compliance files and approved specifications.

Hot Beverage Program

Prioritize insulation, seal integrity and lid venting

Typical starting point

Single-wall with sleeve, double-wall or ripple-wall paper cup with a compatible sip-through lid.

Common Applications

Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and takeaway beverages served at elevated temperatures.

Verify Before Purchase Order

Cold Beverage Program

Prioritize clarity, stiffness, lid security and straw geometry

Typical starting point

PET cups for high clarity or PP cups for application-specific flexibility, paired with flat or dome lids and a matched straw.

Common Applications

Iced coffee, soft drinks, smoothies, milk tea and other chilled beverages served with ice or toppings.

Verify Before Purchase Order

Compostable Program

Validate the complete finished item—not one raw material

A compostability claim should be linked to the selected finished product structure, documented test scope and applicable disposal environment.

Typical starting point

Select a product-specific certified cup, lid or straw structure instead of assuming that every item made from a similar material supports the same claim.

Common Applications

Confirm the test standard, certificate holder, listed SKU, product components, inks, adhesives, labels and permitted claim language.

Program-level decision

Final suitability depends on the selected product model, operating conditions and verified documentation. Conventional PET, PP, plastic lids and plastic straws should not be presented as compostable without specific product-level certified evidence.

Manufacturing & Quality Control

Factory Proof, Product-Level Documents and Measurable Inspection Points

Buyers should be able to verify what is controlled, what is tested and which certificate applies to the exact material, SKU, production site and destination market.

Factory capabilities

Scalable infrastructure with SKU-level scheduling

Automatic production lines

Self-developed automatic machines

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Automatic machines

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These figures cover the broader foodservice packaging platform. Cup, lid and straw capacity, tooling and production timing are confirmed by material, size, printing, quantity and factory schedule.

Certifications & Documentation

Evidence confirmed within valid scope

XcelLink Ecopack is a BRCGS-certified manufacturer. Depending on the selected SKU, material, production site and destination market, available documentation may include:

BRCGS certification

Applicable U.S. food-contact reports

EU migration reports where applicable

LFGB-related testing when available

PFAS declaration or report

FSC documents for eligible orders

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EN 13432 / ASTM D6400 / D6868

Quality gates across the order cycle

Inspection criteria, sampling levels and acceptance requirements can be coordinated with the buyer. The control plan should connect raw materials to finished cartons and retained approval samples.

Incoming Material Verification

Paperboard, coatings, resin, colorant, ink, adhesive and packing materials checked against approved specifications.

In-Process Inspection

Dimensions, forming, sealing, print registration, color, lid matching, straw production and packing controls.

Pre-Shipment Verification

Finished-product appearance, quantities, cartons, pallets, documents and buyer-defined inspection requirements.

Beverage Packaging Inspection Checklist

Compliance Logic

Match the claim to the finished SKU

A raw-material name or supplier certificate does not automatically cover every cup, lid, coating, ink, adhesive or private-label configuration.

U.S. food contact

Review the substance authorization and intended conditions of use, including food type, temperature and contact duration.

EU plastic layer

For relevant plastic food-contact layers, evaluate overall and specific migration under the applicable finished-product use conditions.

ASTM D6400

Relevant to eligible plastic materials and products designed for municipal or industrial aerobic composting.

ASTM D6868

Relevant to eligible finished items incorporating polymers as coatings or additives with paper or other compostable substrates.

Technical references: FDA conditions of use, ASTM D6400, ASTM D6868, and BPI commercial certification guidance.

OEM, ODM & Private Label

Build the range around your brand and operating system

New sizes, tooling or structural developments are evaluated according to projected annual volume, mold requirements and performance targets.

Printing & Artwork Governance

Control the file before controlling the print

Selected paper cups, plastic cups, paper straws, wrappers, inner boxes and shipping cartons can be customized. Mass production starts after specification, artwork and commercial approval.

Artwork File

Final vector artwork, approved print area and version control.

Color Control

Number of colors, CMYK requirements and Pantone references.

Mandatory Marks

Barcode, legal text, disposal instructions, certification marks and origin information.

Approval Route

Digital proof, print sample or other agreed approval before mass production.

The Trust Stack

Four Controlled Stages From Sourcing Brief to Shipment

Each stage closes a different procurement risk: incomplete requirements, unverified fit, uncontrolled production or fragmented export execution.

Consultation

Confirm beverage, nominal and brimful capacity, material, wall construction, rim diameter, lid style, temperature, straw format, printing, quantity and destination.

Output: sourcing brief + option shortlist

Prototyping

Evaluate standard samples or custom development, cup-and-lid fit, straw geometry, artwork proof, packing configuration and required documentation.

Output: approved sample + specification

Mass Production

Produce against approved materials, dimensions, artwork and packing requirements with incoming, in-process and finished-product inspection checkpoints.

Output: inspected bulk order

Logistics

Coordinate inner packs, export cartons, pallets, container-loading plans and shipping documents under FOB, CIF or other agreed Incoterms.

Output: shipment from Shenzhen or agreed port

Applications & Solutions

Beverage Packaging for High-Volume Service Models

Configure complete drinkware programs around operating speed, beverage presentation, customer handling, takeaway safety, distribution and sustainability requirements.

Quick-Service Restaurant Chains

Fountain drinks, coffee, iced beverages, milkshakes, delivery and multi-location SKU standardization.

Coffee Shops & Café Groups

Insulated paper cup systems, sip lids, branded accessories and coordinated carton identities.

Juice, Smoothie & Bubble Tea

Clear PET or PP formats, dome clearance, sealing-film options and matched jumbo or boba straws.

Foodservice Distributors

Consolidated bulk disposable cups and straws with repeat-order specifications and export packing.

Hotels, Catering & Events

Self-service stations, breakfast programs, conferences, institutional catering and seasonal events.

Retail & Private Label

Consumer packs, barcodes, legal markings, custom boxes and retail-ready beverage supply programs.

Reusable Plastic Drinking Cups & Straws

Reusable formats require different wall thicknesses, durability targets, washing-cycle validation and use instructions. They should be developed as a separate program rather than treated as interchangeable with single-use plastic cups and straws.

Before the Purchase Order

Build an RFQ that can be quoted accurately

Incomplete dimensions or vague claims create avoidable revisions. Provide the information that determines material, tooling, compliance, packing and production cost.

Product category and intended beverage

Nominal and brimful capacity

Cup material and wall construction

Rim diameter and required lid style

Filling and service temperature

Straw length, diameter and packing

Printing method and color count

Quantity per SKU and annual demand

Inner-pack and carton requirements

Required tests and certifications

Destination country and port

Target delivery schedule

Physical fit testing is recommended for cup-and-lid projects. Compare proposed samples with existing filling equipment, sealing systems, dispensers, transport conditions and actual store operations.

Interactive FAQ for GEO & AEO

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct answers to the material, compliance, compatibility and procurement questions that commonly delay cup programs.

Which materials are suitable for high-temperature foodservice applications in compostable packaging?

Material selection depends on fill temperature, contact time and the required compostability claim. Coated paper cups with a verified barrier and compatible lids are common for hot drinks. Selected PP structures may support warmer fills, but conventional PP is not compostable. PLA and other compostable polymers require grade-specific heat testing and product-level certification before high-temperature use.

What standards govern compostable food packaging in the USA?

ASTM D6400 is used for eligible plastic materials and products designed for municipal or industrial aerobic composting. ASTM D6868 applies to eligible finished items that incorporate polymers as coatings or additives with paper and other compostable substrates. Certification and environmental claims must apply to the specific finished SKU, and local labeling rules and composting access should also be reviewed.

How should PLA-coated paper cups be evaluated for migration compliance?

Confirm the exact paperboard, PLA coating, adhesive and printing system, then evaluate the finished construction under the intended beverage type, filling temperature and contact duration. U.S. programs should review the applicable FDA food-contact authorization and conditions of use. EU programs may require overall and specific migration documentation for the relevant plastic food-contact layer.

How can buyers confirm that bulk cups, lids and straws are compatible?

Match the cup and lid by measured rim diameter, rim profile and locking geometry rather than capacity alone. Request assembled samples and test lid application, retention, leakage, venting, sip or straw opening, dome clearance, stacking and dispenser fit. Record the approved cup, lid and straw combination in the purchase specification.

What is the standard MOQ for custom cups, lids and straws?

The standard MOQ is 50,000 pieces per SKU, size, color or print design. The final quantity can depend on material, mold availability, print method, packing configuration and production scheduling. Standard samples are available for fit and product evaluation; custom samples depend on artwork, tooling and development requirements.

Can paper cups, PET cups, PP cups, lids and straws ship in one coordinated program?

Yes, subject to production planning and order configuration. XcelLink Ecopack can coordinate multiple product lines, custom cartons, pallets and container-loading plans. The quotation should confirm each SKU, factory schedule, export packing, Incoterm, loading port and required shipment documents.

Build a Coordinated Beverage Packaging Program

Replace fragmented component sourcing with one controlled specification

Send your required materials, capacities, rim diameters, lid styles, straw specifications, artwork, quantities and destination. The team will review the brief and prepare a product recommendation, direct factory quotation, sample plan and production schedule.