The proofing step helped us catch a lid-fit issue before we ordered. The final cups and carriers arrived ready for service.
Operations lead
Independent coffee group
Trusted by UK food and drink operators
Custom paper trays / meal trays for branded takeaway service
Printed paper trays and meal trays for street food, events, catering and grab-and-go. Choose a route, approve a proof and get a clear landed quote before production starts.
Typical MOQ
5,000 units
Guide price
£0.16-0.48 / unit
Best value
5,000+ unit and bundle quotes
Start here
Select a quote route
Free design setup
Send a logo or rough idea and we will prepare the first print layout before production.
3D proof before print
Approve the dieline, print area and product fit before the order moves into production.
Clear landed pricing
Quotes separate unit cost, print route, samples and delivery so 5,000+ volume bands and bundle pricing are easy to compare.
Human packaging support
A specialist checks size, material and lid/accessory compatibility before you commit.
Configure the order
Choose the route that fits your packaging set, budget and service model.
Start with the closest buying route. We will confirm artwork, size, material, bundle fit and delivery assumptions before quoting.
Best value
5,000+ value run
Dedicated production for planned paper trays / meal trays stock, multi-SKU bundles and repeat orders.
MOQ:Typical MOQ 5,000 units
Lead time:8-12 weeks
Price:Best from 5,000+
Artwork coordination
Use our dieline, artwork and 3D proof checks to align the product with the rest of the packaging set.
MOQ:Matched to product
Lead time:Proof before print
Price:Spec clarity
Lids and accessories
Match lids, liners, sleeves, carriers, stickers or service accessories to the main product.
MOQ:Matched to product
Lead time:Quoted together
Price:Bundle quote
Eco option
Compare recyclable, FSC, recycled-content or compostable routes with practical disposal notes.
MOQ:Typical MOQ 5,000 units
Lead time:Depends on material
Price:Material-led
Best for
Where this product tends to work in real service.
Multi-SKU foodservice packaging programmes
Takeaway, delivery and grab-and-go menus
Bakery, cafe, dessert and event service
Retail food brands coordinating packaging with labels and bags
Custom options
Common choices buyers confirm before pricing.
Size options start from No. 1 tray and can be matched to your service format.
Material routes include Food-grade paper or board, Kraft, white or specialist substrate, Accessory-compatible specification.
Print routes include CMYK print, Pantone print, Proofed production artwork.
We can scope logo placement, print coverage, finish preference and whether the job is a first run or repeat order.
Quote checklist
What helps us price accurately.
Estimated quantity or quantity band. MOQ for this category typically starts from 5,000 units.
Preferred size, format or application so we can avoid quoting the wrong spec.
Artwork status: logo only, partly ready, or print-ready files with dielines.
Target delivery timing and whether this is a launch order, restock or repeat run.
Product details
Specs after the buying decision
Paper Trays / Meal Trays are specified for UK food brands that need a reliable branded packaging component inside a wider takeaway, retail or delivery set. We confirm the format, material, artwork route and accessory fit before production so each SKU works with the rest of the order.
The strongest price point usually starts from 5,000+ units, with the true MOQ depending on the product construction and print method. We can quote paper trays / meal trays alongside bags, boxes, labels, cups and service accessories so buyers can compare the complete packaging set rather than isolated unit prices.
Food-service formats selected around real menu use and packing speed
Custom print routes for logo-led artwork, repeat patterns and seasonal campaigns
Artwork coordination, dieline checks and 3D proofing before production
Bundle quoting with adjacent packaging SKUs and repeat-order notes
Typical MOQ starts from 5,000 units, with best-value pricing from 5,000+ units where the format allows
Lead time confirmed by material, print route, approval timing and delivery window
Materials
Food-grade paper or board
Common route for branded foodservice packaging and direct-contact formats
Kraft, white or specialist substrate
Selected around print contrast, strength, grease resistance and shelf presentation
Accessory-compatible specification
Matched with lids, liners, labels, bags or delivery packaging where required
Print options
CMYK print
Best for full-colour branding, illustrations and seasonal artwork
Pantone print
Useful for logo-led designs and closer brand colour matching
Proofed production artwork
Dielines, print areas and finishing assumptions are checked before approval
Lead time factors
Product type, quantity, print coverage and whether the route uses standard or bespoke dimensions.
Confirm during quoting.
How quickly artwork, proofs and final approvals are supplied back.
Confirm during quoting.
Whether samples, multiple SKUs or mixed delivery timing are part of the brief.
Confirm during quoting.
Which production route best fits the order once MOQ, timing and finish are confirmed.
Confirm during quoting.
Sizes and FAQ
Common starting points
Exact sizing depends on the approved product route, artwork and accessory fit.
No. 1 tray
Small sides and snacks
No. 2 tray
Street food and pastries
No. 3 tray
Meal portions
No. 5 tray
Sharing and event portions
Compartment tray
Meals with sides
What is the minimum order for paper trays / meal trays?
The typical MOQ starts from 5,000 units per size and artwork. The best unit pricing normally appears from 5,000+ units or when several SKUs are quoted together.
Can this be quoted as part of a packaging set?
Yes. Send the full product mix and we will structure a bundle quote around the shared artwork system, production route and delivery timing.
Do you provide artwork support?
Yes. Standard artwork setup, dieline checks and proof coordination are included before production approval.
Can I request samples?
Where sample stock exists, we can send plain samples or advise the closest material reference before you commit to a printed run.
Customer confidence
Built for operators who need packaging to arrive ready for service.
4.8/5 packaging support rating
OkeyPackaging made the quote easy to compare because the MOQ, artwork route and delivery assumptions were all written out.
Founder
Fast-casual takeaway brand
We started with samples, then moved into a branded run once the team had checked the material in the kitchen.
Procurement manager
Multi-site food hall operator
Coffee
Bakery
Burger
Dessert
Pizzeria
Catering
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Need something special?
Quote paper trays / meal trays around your menu, artwork and delivery window.
Send the product type, quantity band, artwork status and target date. We will return a practical buying route for the full packaging set instead of a generic catalogue answer.