Small Paper Bowls – For Ice Cream, Desserts, Snacks & Takeaway
Materials: Food‑Grade Virgin Paper (Sun Paper)
Paper weight range: 180–300 gsm
Coating Options: PE, PLA, or Water‑Based
Custom Printing: Small Bowl, Big Brand Visibility
Lids & Spoon Options
Description
What Are Small Paper Bowls Used For?
Not every takeaway container needs to be large. Small paper bowls are perfect for:
Desserts (pudding, mousse, fruit salad)
Cake slices or pastries
Snacks (nuts, popcorn, trail mix)
Yogurt parfaits
Kids' meals at restaurants or at home
Side dishes (coleslaw, potato salad)
Ice cream and sorbet
Small noodle or rice portions
They are also ideal for buffets, catering events, and food trucks where customers want a small, portion‑controlled container that's easy to hold and throw away.
Three Bowl Types for Different Foods
We categorize our small paper bowls into three distinct designs, each optimized for a specific food texture and liquid content.Matching shape to food saves cost and improves customer experience.
Shallow bowl (salad & snacks)
Wide, low profile. For dry food: salad, popcorn, fries, and cake slices. Sizes: 4oz, 6oz, 8oz, 10oz. Coating: water-based or PE
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Deep bowl (soup & noodle)
Taller, narrower. For moist or saucy food: yogurt, oatmeal, small noodles, curry. Sizes: 8oz, 12oz, 16oz. Coating: PE or PLA
Ice cream cup
Rounded bottom, often with clear lid. For ice cream, gelato, sorbet. Sizes: 4oz, 6oz, 8oz. Coating: PE (best for cold moisture).
But "small" does not mean "weak". Our small paper bowls are built to be sturdy, leak‑resistant, and visually appealing – whether you serve dry snacks or a creamy dessert.
Why can we make them this way?
Because we are not a trading company. We own the production.
20+ years in disposable food packaging. Not new to the business.
2 factories, 21 production lines. That's real scale.
Monthly capacity: 5 million units – and we can scale up to 8 million units if needed.
Raw material stock: We keep 2–3 months of Sun Paper board in our warehouse. No waiting for paper.
Lead time: Blank bowls 7–15days. Custom printed in 20–25 days.
Urgent orders? Yes. We reserve 15% of our capacity for rush jobs. Tell us your deadline – we will tell you if we can meet it.
This is not a promise. This is how we have worked for over 20 years.
Characteristics
Materials – Sun Paper virgin board
All bowls are made from virgin paperboard from Sun Paper. No recycled fiber – recycled paper absorbs moisture faster and feels weaker.
Paper options:
White kraft – clean look, best for printing
Brown Kraft – natural, eco-friendly look
Bamboo pulp – smooth, premium feel
Paper weight: 180–300 gsm
180–220 gsm → dry snacks, cake, salad (shallow bowl)
230–260 gsm → ice cream, yogurt (ice cream cup)
260–300 gsm → small soup, oatmeal, curry (deep bowl)
Custom printing – your logo on every bowl
Small bowls are often eaten directly from – no plate. Your logo stays visible the whole time. That's free advertising.
What we can print:
1–6 colors (Pantone or CMYK)
Outer wall only, or inner+outer (inner printing common for ice cream cups)
Matte or gloss finish
How to order
1. Get a Personalized Quote
Choose your paper bowl type, size, and custom specifications, then contact us for a tailored quote.
2. Confirm a Sample (Optional)
Request a sample bowl to check size, material, and design quality before placing a bulk order.
3. Place Your Order
Select your preferred shipping method and place your order securely on our platform.
4. Send Your Design
Email your custom artwork. We provide free design proofs for your approval before production.
5. Start Production
Once approved, we begin high-quality mass production, typically 20–30 working days, depending on your order quantity.
6. Packaging & Shipping
After strict quality inspection, your custom paper cups are carefully packaged and shipped to your location.
FAQ
Q: Can I use the same bowl for hot soup and ice cream?
A: Yes, if you choose PE coating (handles -10°C to 95°C). But shape matters – a deep bowl for soup, a shallow one for ice cream.
Q: What is the smallest size you make?
A: 3oz (90ml) for ice cream or side dishes. Custom sizes from 2oz to 16oz are possible.
Q: Do you provide matching lids and spoons together?
A: Yes. We can supply lids and spoons separately or bundled with the bowls. All fit tests are done before shipping.
Q: What is the payment term?
A: 30% TT deposit in advance, the balance will be paid before shipment
Q: If I'm not sure which bowl type to choose?
A: Just tell us your food menu. We'll reply with recommended type, coating, lid, and pricing – within 4 hours.
Q: What is your quality guarantee?
A: We perform in‑line camera inspection on every cup (checks for coating gaps, seam integrity, and rim shape). Then we take random samples from each batch and do a 2‑hour hot water leak test. If a batch fails your incoming inspection, we replace it at no cost – no arguments.
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