Square Foil Board Lids for 9x9 Inch Foil Containers – Pack of 200

9x9 Inch Foil Board Lids for Takeaway, Catering & Delivery

Keep prepared meals securely covered with these 9x9 inch foil board lids, designed for compatible square aluminium foil containers. Supplied in a practical pack of 200, they are ideal for restaurants, takeaways, caterers, bakeries, meal-prep businesses and commercial kitchens.

When fitted correctly to a compatible 9x9 foil tray, the lid helps protect food during preparation, storage, takeaway and transport. Covering the tray also helps support temperature retention compared with leaving hot or chilled food completely uncovered.

These lids are suitable for both our 9x9x1.5 inch shallow foil containers and 9x9x2 inch deep foil containers.

Product Specifications

Fits Both Shallow & Deep 9x9 Foil Containers

One of the advantages of this 9x9 foil board lid is that it can be paired with compatible square foil trays in different depths.

For standard portions and shallower dishes, use with our 9 Inch Square Aluminium Foil Container 9x9x1.5" – Pack of 200 .

For larger portions, layered dishes and meals requiring more depth, choose our No.9 Deep Square Aluminium Foil Container 9x9x2" – Pack of 200 .

Always use the correct matching lid for the container. Similar-looking foil trays may have different rim dimensions and should not automatically be assumed to accept the same cover.

Helps Keep Food Covered During Transport & Delivery

Large square foil trays are commonly used for takeaway meals, catering portions and prepared dishes. Adding the matching foil board lid creates a more practical covered package for normal handling and transport.

The lid helps protect food while trays are moved between:

• Kitchen preparation areas
• Takeaway counters
• Delivery vehicles
• Buffet and catering venues
• Cold-storage areas
• Event service stations

For dishes containing substantial amounts of liquid or sauce, keep the container upright and avoid overfilling. The lid should not be described as completely leak-proof.

Supports Heat & Chilled Food Retention

Covering a compatible foil tray can help reduce heat loss compared with leaving freshly prepared food completely uncovered. This makes the lid useful for hot takeaway meals, catering dishes and food waiting for service or collection.

It can also provide a protective cover for suitable chilled foods during refrigerated preparation and transport.

The lid supports temperature retention but does not replace correct hot-holding equipment, insulated delivery bags, refrigeration or other food-safety controls.

Ideal for Large Takeaway & Catering Portions

The 9x9 square format provides a broad food presentation area and is popular for substantial takeaway meals, larger portions and catering dishes.

Suitable foods may include:

• Curries and rice dishes
• Lasagne and pasta bakes
• Roast meat and poultry
• Casseroles
• Vegetables and side dishes
• Large individual meals
• Family portions
• Traybakes
• Desserts and baked dishes
• Prepared catering meals

Useful for Restaurants, Takeaways & Caterers

Supplied in a case of 200, these matching lids are suitable for high-volume foodservice businesses that regularly use square foil trays.

Typical users include:

• Restaurants
• Takeaways
• Event caterers
• Hotels and hospitality venues
• Buffet caterers
• Bakeries
• Meal-preparation businesses
• Commercial kitchens
• Food delivery operations

Practical for Stacking, Storage & Organisation

Using a matching board lid creates a flatter top surface than leaving a foil container open, helping prepared trays stay better organised in busy catering and takeaway environments.

For best results:

• Do not fill food above the container rim
• Position the lid evenly over the tray
• Secure the foil rim around the lid where appropriate
• Keep liquid-rich meals upright during transport
• Avoid placing excessive weight on filled containers
• Check the lid is properly fitted before delivery

Shallow or Deep 9x9 Foil Tray – Which Should You Choose?

Both formats use the same convenient square footprint, allowing businesses to select the tray depth according to the meal while using compatible 9x9 foil board lids.

Why Use a Matching Foil Board Lid?

Adding the correct foil board lid offers several practical advantages compared with leaving prepared food uncovered:

• Food protection: helps keep prepared meals covered during normal handling
• Heat retention support: helps reduce heat loss compared with an uncovered tray
• Chilled food protection: useful when trays are stored under appropriate refrigerated conditions
• Takeaway presentation: creates a neat covered package
• Transport: helps keep food covered during normal catering and delivery
• Organisation: makes prepared trays easier to arrange and identify

Heating Guidance

The compatible aluminium foil containers can be used for appropriate oven cooking and reheating applications, but the foil board lid should normally be removed before heating unless the manufacturer specifically confirms that the lid is suitable for the intended heating method.

Do not assume that foil board lids are suitable for ovens, grills or microwaves.

Aluminium foil containers should not normally be placed in a microwave unless both the appliance manufacturer and container instructions specifically permit their use.

Explore More Aluminium Foil Containers & Lids

Supply Express stocks aluminium foil trays and matching lids in rectangular, square, round and gastronorm formats for takeaway, catering and professional foodservice.

Browse our complete range of aluminium foil containers and trays to compare different shapes, sizes and portion formats.

Not sure which foil tray is right for your menu? Read our Aluminium Foil Container Size & Catering Guide to compare square, rectangular, round and gastronorm foil containers together with their matching lids.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many 9x9 foil board lids are included?

Each case contains 200 foil board lids.

What size containers do these lids fit?

They are designed for compatible 9x9 inch square aluminium foil containers, including the 9x9x1.5-inch shallow tray and 9x9x2-inch deep tray.

Are the aluminium foil containers included?

No. This product contains the foil board lids only. Matching 9x9 aluminium foil containers are sold separately.

Do these lids fit both the shallow and deep 9x9 trays?

Yes. They are designed for compatible 9x9 square foil-container formats, allowing businesses to use shallow or deep tray options according to the food being served.

Do foil board lids help keep food hot?

A correctly fitted lid can help reduce heat loss compared with leaving the tray completely uncovered. Correct hot-holding and food-safety procedures should still be followed.

Can they be used for chilled food?

Yes. They can provide a useful cover for suitable chilled foods during preparation, refrigerated storage and transport, provided appropriate temperature controls are maintained.

Are the lids suitable for takeaway delivery?

Yes. They are suitable for normal takeaway and catering use because they help keep compatible foil trays covered during handling and transport.

Are the lids leak-proof?

They should not be considered completely leak-proof. Avoid overfilling the container, keep sauce-rich foods upright and make sure the lid is fitted securely before transport.

Can the foil board lid go in the oven?

Remove the board lid before heating unless the manufacturer's instructions specifically confirm suitability for the intended temperature and heating method.

Buy 9x9 Inch Foil Board Lids in Packs of 200

Order Foil Board Lids for 9x9 Inch Aluminium Foil Containers – Pack of 200 for takeaway, catering, food preparation and delivery.

Pair them with either the compatible shallow 9x9x1.5-inch foil tray or deeper 9x9x2-inch foil container to create a practical covered food-packaging solution for professional foodservice.

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