Description
Nicholl Rectangular Aluminium Foil Containers for Catering
In stock. Serve, bake, store and transport hot and cold foods with these Nicholl 831200-501 rectangular aluminium foil containers. Measuring approximately 7" x 9" x 1.5" or 178 x 229 x 38mm, these shallow foil trays are a practical choice for takeaway food, catering portions, traybakes, oven-ready meals, meal prep and food delivery service.
Made from food-grade aluminium foil, these high quality aluminium foil trays are suitable for busy commercial kitchens that need reliable, stackable and easy-to-handle food packaging. Their shallow rectangular format helps with portion control, presentation and space-efficient storage during high-volume food preparation.
These foil containers are suitable for hot food, chilled preparation and freezer storage workflows. When used with compatible foil-board or cardboard lids, they can help support more secure, leak-resistant transport for suitable foods. Please note that aluminium foil containers are not microwave safe.
- Product: Nicholl 831200-501 rectangular aluminium foil container
- Size: 7" x 9" x 1.5" / approximately 178 x 229 x 38mm
- Pack size: 510 foil container bases
- Material: Food-safe aluminium foil
- Use: Takeaway, catering, baking, hot food, meal prep, chilled storage and portion control
- Lids: Bases only; matching lids are sold separately
- Microwave use: Not suitable for microwave use
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand / Manufacturer Code | Nicholl 831200-501 |
| Container Size | 7" x 9" x 1.5" / approximately 178 x 229 x 38mm |
| Shape | Shallow rectangular foil tray |
| Material | Food-grade aluminium foil |
| Pack Size | 510 foil container bases per case |
| Suitable For | Takeaway food, hot food, baking, catering, meal prep, chilled storage and freezer use |
| Microwave Use | Not suitable for microwave use |
Key Features of Nicholl Aluminium Foil Trays
- Shallow rectangular profile: Suitable for single portions, traybakes, sides, oven-ready meals, desserts and prepared food portions.
- Hot and cold food use: Practical for hot takeaway meals, chilled preparation, freezer portions and catering service.
- Oven suitable: Aluminium foil containers are commonly used for baking, roasting and reheating. Do not use in microwaves.
- Freezer suitable: Useful for meal prep, batch cooking and chilled or frozen storage workflows.
- Stackable format: Helps save storage space and supports faster handling in busy commercial kitchens.
- Food-safe materials: Made from food-grade aluminium foil for foodservice and catering use.
- Widely recyclable material: Aluminium is widely recyclable when clean. Follow local recycling guidance if heavily soiled.
Best Uses
These Nicholl rectangular aluminium foil containers are suitable for a wide variety of takeaway food, catering, baking and food preparation tasks.
- Takeaway mains, sides and portion-controlled meals.
- Traybakes, pasta bakes, rice dishes, curries and oven-ready meals.
- Desserts, puddings, bakery portions and chilled food items.
- Meal prep, batch cooking and freezer portions.
- Event catering, buffets, food trucks and high-volume foodservice counters.
Lids Sold Separately
This listing is for foil bases only. Matching foil-board or cardboard lids are sold separately and can be found in the Related Products section at the bottom of this product page. Using the correct lid can help with stacking, presentation and more secure, leak-resistant transport for suitable takeaway and catering orders.
Compare Related Foil Container Sizes
If you need a different shape, depth or portion size, you can compare these Nicholl rectangular foil trays with other popular aluminium foil containers in our range.
- No.1 foil containers 95x120x35mm, Pack of 1000 – suitable for smaller portions, sauces, snacks and light sides.
- No.2 foil containers 115x140x40mm, Pack of 1000 – useful for smaller mains, sides, desserts and meal portions.
- No.6A foil containers 105x195x50mm, Pack of 500 – useful for takeaway mains, rice dishes, pasta and longer portions.
- Nicholl foil containers 6x8x2 inch, Pack of 900 – a deeper rectangular option for larger or saucier meals.
- 9x9x2 inch deep square foil containers, Pack of 200 – a deeper square tray for larger meals and layered portions.
- Hippo 9 inch round aluminium foil containers, Pack of 400 – suitable for larger round portions and hot takeaway meals.
- No.12 round foil containers 7 inch, Pack of 400 – suitable for smaller round portions, sides and desserts.
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Order Nicholl Rectangular Foil Containers Online
Stock up on Nicholl 831200-501 rectangular aluminium foil containers for takeaway food, hot food, baking, catering, meal prep and portion-controlled service. Supplied as a pack of 510 foil bases, with matching lids sold separately, these trays are a useful option for foodservice businesses that need reliable aluminium food packaging in bulk.
Next Working Day Delivery
Orders placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off qualify for next working day delivery, excluding weekends and bank holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size are these Nicholl rectangular foil containers?
These containers measure approximately 7" x 9" x 1.5", or around 178 x 229 x 38mm.
How many containers are in a pack?
Each case contains 510 rectangular aluminium foil container bases.
Are lids included?
No. This product is supplied as bases only. Matching foil-board or cardboard lids are sold separately and can be found at the bottom of the page in the Related Products section.
Are these foil trays oven-safe?
Yes. Aluminium foil trays are commonly used for cooking, baking and reheating. If using a foil-board or cardboard lid, remove the lid before oven use. Do not use aluminium containers in microwaves.
Can I use these containers for hot and cold foods?
Yes. These aluminium foil trays are suitable for a wide variety of hot and cold foods, including takeaway meals, chilled preparation, catering portions and freezer storage.
Are these containers leak proof?
They are not sold as leak proof. When used with compatible lids, they can help support more secure, leak-resistant transport for suitable foods.
Are aluminium foil containers recyclable?
Aluminium is widely recyclable when clean. If the container is heavily soiled with food residue, follow your local recycling guidance.
Do you offer next working day delivery?
Yes. Orders placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off qualify for next working day delivery, excluding weekends and bank holidays.