Description
Wholesale Half Gastronorm Foil Lids for Secure Delivery & Temperature Retention
Keep prepared food securely covered during catering, storage and transport with these Half Gastronorm Foil Lids. Designed for compatible GN 1/2 aluminium foil containers, they provide a practical covering solution for restaurants, takeaways, event caterers, hotels, buffets and commercial kitchens.
When fitted correctly to the compatible foil tray, the lid helps protect food during handling and transport while also supporting temperature retention for both hot and chilled foods. This makes it particularly useful for takeaway delivery, buffet preparation, hot holding and pre-prepared chilled catering dishes.
Each case contains 100 foil lids.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Product Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Half Gastronorm foil lid |
| Gastronorm Format | GN 1/2 / Half Gastronorm |
| Pack Quantity | 100 lids |
| Supply Express SKU | L-149B-CRFL100 |
| Compatible Container | Half Deep Gastronorm Aluminium Foil Container 10 x 12 x 2.5" |
| Suitable For | Hot food, chilled food, catering, takeaway, buffet preparation and transport |
| Container Included | No – lids only |
Helps Keep Hot Food Hot & Chilled Food Protected
Temperature control is especially important in catering and food delivery. Covering a compatible aluminium container with a foil lid helps reduce the amount of heat escaping from freshly prepared food compared with leaving the tray uncovered.
For chilled foods, the lid also provides an additional protective cover while dishes are stored, prepared for service or transported under appropriate refrigerated conditions.
These lids are therefore suitable for foods such as:
- Curries and rice dishes
- Pasta and lasagne
- Roast meat and poultry
- Vegetables and side dishes
- Buffet food
- Prepared catering meals
- Cold salads and chilled dishes
- Event and banqueting portions
The lid helps with temperature retention but does not replace correct hot-holding, refrigeration or food-safety procedures.
More Secure for Catering, Takeaway & Delivery
Large gastronorm trays can be difficult to transport when left uncovered. Using the correct lid helps keep the food covered while the container is being moved between kitchens, catering venues, delivery vehicles and service areas.
Once fitted correctly around the rim of the compatible foil container, the lid provides a more practical covered package for normal handling and transport.
It is particularly useful for:
- Restaurant takeaway orders
- Food delivery
- Buffet preparation
- Wedding and event catering
- Hotel and banqueting kitchens
- Contract catering
- Large family meals
- Batch cooking and prepared-food operations
For liquid-rich dishes and sauces, keep the container upright and avoid overfilling. The lid should not be treated as a completely leak-proof seal.
Designed for Half Deep Gastronorm Foil Containers
These lids are designed for use with compatible GN 1/2 Half Gastronorm aluminium foil trays.
For the matching container, see our Half Deep Gastronorm Aluminium Foil Container 10 x 12 x 2.5" – Pack of 100 .
The half-deep tray is widely used for catering, buffets, curries, rice, pasta dishes, roasted meats, vegetables and larger prepared-food portions.
Always use the lid intended for the correct container format. A similar-sized lid should not be assumed to fit securely simply because its dimensions appear close.
Foil Lid or Foil Board Lid – Which Should You Choose?
We offer more than one lid format for compatible Half Gastronorm containers, allowing catering businesses to choose according to their service requirements.
| Lid Type | Best Suited To |
|---|---|
| Half Gastronorm Foil Lid | Hot holding, temperature retention, catering preparation and fast foodservice workflows |
| Half Gastronorm Foil Board Lid | Businesses wanting a more rigid lid option for stacking, storage and transport |
Ideal for Professional Catering & High-Volume Foodservice
Half Gastronorm containers are commonly used where individual takeaway trays are too small but a full GN 1/1 tray would be unnecessarily large.
Pairing the container with the correct foil lid creates a practical system for preparing, covering, storing and transporting larger food portions in busy professional environments.
They are particularly suitable for:
- Restaurants and takeaways
- Hotels and banqueting venues
- Wedding and event caterers
- Buffet catering
- Schools and workplace catering
- Food production businesses
- Commercial kitchens
- Meal preparation operations
Storage, Transport & Heating Guidance
Fit the lid evenly around the container rim before moving the tray. Avoid overfilling the container, as excessive food above the rim can prevent the lid from fitting correctly.
Keep hot food within appropriate food-safety temperatures and chilled food properly refrigerated. The lid helps retain temperature but is not a substitute for insulated transport equipment, hot-holding equipment or refrigeration where these are required.
Do not assume the lid is suitable for use in an oven, microwave, grill or direct contact with a heating element. Remove the lid before heating unless the applicable product guidance specifically confirms that the intended heating method is suitable.
Browse More Aluminium Foil Containers & Lids
For smaller takeaway trays, round containers, square foil trays and full-size catering formats, browse our Aluminium Foil Containers & Trays range.
Not sure which foil tray and lid combination is right for your menu? Read our Aluminium Foil Container Size & Catering Guide to compare tray sizes, shapes, gastronorm formats and matching lids.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Half Gastronorm foil lids are included?
Each pack contains 100 Half Gastronorm foil lids.
Which container fits these lids?
They are designed for the compatible Half Deep Gastronorm aluminium foil container in the 10 x 12 x 2.5 inch GN 1/2 format.
Are the foil containers included?
No. This product contains the lids only. Compatible Half Gastronorm aluminium foil containers are sold separately.
Do foil lids help keep food hot?
When correctly fitted to a compatible container, the lid helps cover the food and reduce heat loss compared with leaving the tray uncovered. Correct hot-holding procedures should still be followed.
Can these lids be used for cold food?
Yes. They can be used to cover compatible containers holding suitable chilled foods during preparation, storage and transport. Normal refrigeration and food-safety requirements still apply.
Are these lids useful for delivery?
Yes. Fitting the correct lid helps keep the food covered and provides a more secure container during normal takeaway, catering and delivery handling.
Are these lids completely leak-proof?
No lid should be assumed to provide a completely leak-proof seal. Avoid overfilling, keep liquid-rich foods upright and make sure the lid is fitted evenly around the container rim.
What is the difference between the foil lid and foil board lid?
The foil lid is particularly useful for hot holding and fast catering workflows, while the foil-board option provides a more rigid lid format that can be useful for stacking and transport.
Can the lid go in the oven?
Do not place the lid in an oven unless the applicable manufacturer guidance specifically confirms that it is suitable for that heating method. Remove the lid before heating when in doubt.
Buy Half Gastronorm Foil Lids in Packs of 100
Order Half Gastronorm Foil Lids – Pack of 100 for professional catering, takeaway, buffet service and food delivery. Pair them with the compatible GN 1/2 Half Deep Gastronorm foil container to help keep meals covered, support temperature retention and provide a more practical package for storage and transport.
Free next working day UK Mainland delivery is available on qualifying orders over £100 ex VAT placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off. Delivery terms, postcode restrictions, weekends and bank holidays apply.