Kraft vs Plastic vs Bagasse: Choosing Takeaway Containers

Choosing the right takeaway container affects food quality, cost and your green credentials. Here's how the three most common materials compare.

Kraft board containers

Recyclable, sturdy and great-looking for salads, rice boxes and noodle boxes. Many have a thin liner for grease resistance. Best for warm (not saucy-hot-liquid) food and premium presentation.

Plastic containers

Excellent leak resistance and often microwaveable and reusable, which customers value. The trade-off is sustainability and the single-use plastic rules — reusable/rigid PP tubs remain popular for wet, saucy dishes. See our microwaveable containers.

Bagasse containers

Moulded sugarcane fibre: compostable, heat-resistant and rigid, with good grease resistance. Ideal for hot mains and a strong eco message. Browse bagasse boxes.

Quick comparison

• Hot, saucy food: rigid PP or bagasse.
• Dry/warm food + premium look: kraft.
• Best eco message: bagasse.
• Microwave reheating: PP plastic.

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