Glossary for the Food & Beverage Packaging Industry
Paper Containers
- Food Paper Bag:A general term for paper bags used to contain food products.
- Greaseproof / Waxed Paper Bag: Paper bags coated or treated to resist oil penetration; commonly used for fried foods and bakery items.
- Aluminum Foil Lined Paper Bag:Paper bags lined with aluminum foil for excellent heat retention, aroma preservation, and moisture barrier; ideal for grilled or hot foods.。
- Kraft Paper Bag:Made from kraft pulp, available in brown or white, known for strength; widely used for takeout packaging.。
- Coated Paper Bag:Paper coated with PE or PLA film for water and grease resistance.
- SOS Bag / Square Bottom Bag:Square-bottom design allows the bag to stand upright; ideal for bakery or takeout packaging.
- Flat Bag:Flat envelope-style bag without gusset or base, used for snacks or small items.。
- General Food Box:
• Paper Food Box:General term for paper-based food containers.
• Curled Rim Paper Box:Rolled-edge design adds rigidity and better sealing for saucy or liquid-based foods.
• Octagonal Paper Box:Octagon-shaped box with premium presentation; often used for salads or light meals.
• Plant Fiber Clamshell / Box:Made from renewable fibers such as bamboo pulp or sugarcane bagasse; biodegradable and eco-friendly. - Application-Specific Box:
• Pizza Box:Corrugated paper box designed specifically for pizza.
• Burger Box / Clamshell:Clamshell-style container for burgers and fast food items.
• Fries Box / Scoop: Open-top box or scoop-style paper bag for fries or snacks.
• Hot Dog Tray / Paper Food Tray:Boat-shaped tray ideal for hot dogs, subs, or small servings.
• Toast Box:Designed for toast or sandwiches. - Bento Box:
• Compartment Box:Box with compartments separating food items to maintain taste and presentation.
• 4/5 Compartment Bento Box with Lid:Common model names in Taiwan, where numbers (e.g., 502S, 402G) denote the number of compartments.
• 一体大 / 特中 (One-Piece Large / Medium Box): 指的是蓋子與盒子相連的 "掀蓋式" (Clamshell) 餐盒，"大"、"特中" 是尺寸規格。
- Paper Cup:
• Standard sizes: 8 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, 22 oz (1 oz ≈ 30 ml).
• Single Wall Cup: Single-layer cup for cold or room-temperature beverages.。
• Double Wall / Insulated Cup:Dual-layer cup with air insulation for hot beverages. - Paper Bowl:
• Available in 260–1000 ml; suitable for soups, salads, and rice bowls.
Accessories & Consumables
- Cup Lid:Matches the cup’s diameter (e.g., 8 oz lid).
• Sip Lid / Coffee Lid:Lid with a sipping hole for direct drinking.
• Flat Lid:Flat lid, often with a straw slot.
• Dome Lid:Dome-shaped lid for whipped cream or smoothies. - Bowl Lid:Lid for bowls, typically made of PP, PET, or paper.
- Wooden Cutlery:Wooden knives, forks, and spoons—eco-friendly options.
- Bamboo Cutlery:Harder and stronger than wooden cutlery.
- Paper Cutlery:Compressed multilayer paper utensils for light meals.
- PLA Cutlery:Made from corn starch-based PLA; compostable in industrial facilities.
Equipment & Peripherals
Heats and seals plastic film over cups or bowls.
Roll film used with sealing machines, printable and material-matched to PP/PET containers.
Customization & Printing
Brand-specific logo or artwork printing on packaging.
Custom mold or print version made for one brand.
Generic non-branded packaging.
The minimum number of units required for production.
- 柔版印刷 (Flexography / Flexo Printing): 最常用於紙杯、紙餐盒的大規模印刷，成本效益高。
- 凹版印刷 (Gravure Printing): 適用於高品質、大印量的封口膜或塑膠袋印刷。
Printing methods include flexo printing (efficient, large runs), gravure printing (premium quality), and registration control (precise artwork alignment).
Materials & Properties
Polyethylene coating for waterproofing; traditional plastic layer.
Plant-based, biodegradable PLA coating for sustainable applications.
Meets safety standards for direct food contact.
Maximum temperature the material can safely withstand.
Safe for microwave heating, typically PP or heat-resistant paper containers.