Description
No.2 Aluminium Foil Containers for Takeaway & Catering
In stock. Package hot and cold foods neatly with our No.2 aluminium foil containers, measuring approximately 115 x 140 x 40mm. This compact foil tray is a practical choice for takeaway food, smaller mains, sides, desserts, meal prep, catering portions and food delivery service.
Made from food-grade aluminium foil, these high quality aluminium foil trays are useful for busy kitchens that need reliable, stackable and easy-to-handle food packaging. They are suitable for hot food service, chilled preparation and freezer storage workflows.
These No.2 foil containers are supplied in a bulk pack of 1000 bases, making them a useful option for takeaways, restaurants, caterers, bakeries, food stalls and meal prep businesses. 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: No.2 aluminium foil container
- Size: 115mm x 140mm x 40mm
- Pack size: 1000 foil container bases
- Material: Food-safe aluminium foil
- Use: Takeaway, catering, hot food, sides, desserts, meal prep and portion control
- Lids: Bases only; matching lids are sold separately
- Microwave use: Not suitable for microwave use
Key Features of No.2 Aluminium Foil Trays
- Compact portion size: Suitable for smaller mains, sides, desserts, rice dishes, pasta, curries and meal 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 cooking, baking and reheating. Do not use in microwaves.
- Freezer suitable: Useful for meal prep, batch cooking and chilled or frozen storage workflows.
- Stackable design: Helps save space and supports faster handling in high-volume kitchens.
- Food-safe materials: Made from food-grade aluminium foil for commercial foodservice use.
- Widely recyclable material: Aluminium is widely recyclable when clean. Follow local recycling guidance if heavily soiled.
Best Uses
These No.2 aluminium foil containers are suitable for a wide variety of takeaway food, catering and meal prep applications where a compact foil tray is needed.
- Takeaway sides, smaller mains and portion-controlled meals.
- Rice dishes, pasta, curries, noodles, vegetables and mixed food portions.
- Desserts, puddings, bakery portions and chilled food items.
- Meal prep, batch cooking and freezer portions.
- Event catering, buffets, food stalls 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 this No.2 foil tray 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.6A foil containers 105x195x50mm, Pack of 500 – useful for takeaway mains, rice dishes, pasta and larger portions.
- Nicholl foil containers 6x8x2 inch, Pack of 900 – versatile rectangular foil containers for larger meals.
- 9x9x2 inch deep square foil containers, Pack of 200 – a deeper tray for larger meals, saucier dishes 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 No.2 Aluminium Foil Containers Online
Stock up on No.2 aluminium foil containers for takeaway sides, smaller hot food portions, catering, meal prep and portion-controlled service. Supplied as a pack of 1000 foil bases, with matching lids sold separately, these trays are a useful everyday 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 is the No.2 aluminium foil container?
Each container measures approximately 115 x 140 x 40mm, making it suitable for sides, desserts, smaller mains and portion-controlled meals.
How many containers are in a pack?
Each case contains 1000 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 containers oven-safe?
Yes. Aluminium foil containers 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 microwave safe?
No. Aluminium foil containers are not suitable for microwave use. For microwave heating, choose suitable microwavable food containers instead.
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.