12 x 6-Inch Compostable Bagasse Clamshell Takeaway Boxes | Wholesale Pack of 250

12 x 6-Inch Compostable Bagasse Clamshell Takeaway Boxes

In stock. Package large fish and chips portions, street food, loaded fries and complete takeaway meals in these strong 12 x 6-inch bagasse clamshell boxes. Made from moulded sugarcane fibre, they provide a practical plastic-free alternative to conventional foam and plastic takeaway containers.

Each rectangular container measures approximately 310 x 145 x 60mm. Its long format is particularly suitable for fish and chips, grilled food, wraps, kebabs, burgers with sides and other meals that need more length than a standard square takeaway box.

The integrated hinged lid closes over the meal to help protect the contents during counter service, customer collection and delivery. The moulded-fibre construction provides useful resistance to grease and moisture, making the boxes suitable for hot, cold, oily and moderately saucy foods.

Bagasse is naturally breathable, allowing some steam to escape rather than remaining completely trapped inside the box. This can help reduce condensation around freshly cooked chips, fried food and pastries during short takeaway journeys.

Supplied in a wholesale case of 250 compostable bagasse clamshell boxes, they are ideal for fish and chip shops, takeaways, street-food traders, food trucks, caterers, festivals and hospitality businesses.

Explore more sizes and formats in our Bagasse & Pulp Food Packaging collection.

Product Specifications

Key Features and Benefits

• Long 12 x 6-inch format: ideal for fish, wraps, kebabs and larger street-food portions
• Generous meal capacity: provides space for a main dish with chips, salad or another side
• Integrated hinged lid: no separate lid needs to be purchased or matched to the base
• Secure clamshell format: helps protect food during collection and takeaway delivery
• Made from sugarcane fibre: manufactured from moulded bagasse plant material
• Suitable for hot and cold food: useful across takeaway, catering and event foodservice
• Grease and moisture resistant: suitable for many oily, wet and moderately saucy meals
• Breathable construction: allows some steam to escape and can help reduce trapped condensation
• Microwave suitable: practical for appropriate short-duration food reheating
• Plastic-free construction: an alternative to conventional plastic and foam containers
• Commercially compostable: suitable for processing where appropriate facilities accept foodservice packaging
• Stackable design: unused boxes nest together for efficient commercial storage
• Wholesale pack of 250: suitable for takeaways, caterers and high-volume food businesses

Ideal for Large Fish and Chips Portions

The long rectangular shape makes these boxes particularly suitable for fish and chip shops. The base provides room for a portion of fish alongside chips without requiring the food to be folded or compressed into a smaller square container.

The moulded sugarcane fibre provides useful resistance to the grease and moisture associated with freshly cooked fried food. Its breathable construction also allows some steam to escape, which can help reduce condensation around chips and battered fish.

For best results, allow excessive steam to escape briefly before fully closing the box. Keep the container level during handling, especially when the meal includes curry sauce, gravy, mushy peas or another moist accompaniment.

Suitable for Street Food and Large Takeaway Meals

Although particularly useful for fish and chips, these versatile clamshell boxes can package a wide range of meals, including:

• Large fish and chips portions
• Burgers with chips and salad
• Loaded fries and topped chips
• Long wraps and folded flatbreads
• Kebabs with rice or salad
• Grilled chicken and vegetables
• Sausages and chips
• Hot dogs with side portions
• Mixed grills
• Chicken wings and fried food
• Street-food sharing portions
• Festival and event meals
• Breakfast portions
• Large sandwiches and baguettes

Long Rectangular Format

The approximately 310mm length provides more room than a standard burger box or square clamshell. This makes the container suitable for long food items and meals where the main dish needs to sit alongside a side portion.

The single open compartment gives staff flexibility when arranging food. It is useful for meals that do not require internal dividers and allows larger food items to use the full length of the container.

Integrated Hinged Clamshell Lid

The lid and base are manufactured as one connected container. Staff can open the box for quick filling and close it without searching for a separate matching lid.

This all-in-one construction helps:

• Reduce the number of separate packaging components required
• Speed up preparation during busy service periods
• Avoid mismatched lids and bases
• Protect food during collection and delivery
• Provide compact nested storage before use

Check that the front closure is properly engaged before handing the order to the customer or placing the container inside a carrier or delivery bag.

Suitable for Hot and Cold Food

These bagasse clamshell boxes can be used for freshly cooked hot food as well as appropriate cold and chilled meals. The moulded-fibre construction provides greater rigidity and moisture resistance than many lightweight paper cartons.

Hot-food applications include fish and chips, grilled dishes, burgers, kebabs, loaded fries and fried snacks. Cold-food applications may include sandwiches, baguettes, salads, chilled platters and prepared meal portions.

Grease-Resistant and Leak-Resistant

The moulded bagasse material provides useful resistance to grease, oil and moisture during normal takeaway food service. This makes the boxes suitable for fried food, burgers, grilled meat, chips and moderately saucy dishes.

These containers are leak-resistant rather than completely leakproof. Keep them upright during storage and delivery, and do not use them for soups, drinks or large quantities of free-flowing liquid.

Where a meal includes a runny sauce, gravy or dressing, consider using a separate suitable sauce pot rather than pouring the entire quantity directly into the clamshell.

Breathable Packaging for Fried Food

Bagasse is naturally more breathable than sealed plastic or foam packaging. Some steam can escape through the moulded fibre instead of remaining completely trapped around the food.

This can help reduce condensation and may support better texture for:

• Chips and wedges
• Battered fish
• Fried chicken
• Onion rings
• Pastries
• Spring rolls
• Other fried street food

Food texture will also depend on the packing temperature, how quickly the lid is closed and the length of the delivery journey.

Microwave Reheating Guidance

These bagasse boxes are suitable for appropriate short-duration microwave reheating. Use heating times suitable for the food type, portion size and microwave power.

Open or loosen the lid where appropriate to allow steam to escape. The food and container may become hot, so use suitable hand protection when removing the meal from the microwave.

Do not expose the boxes to open flames, grills or direct heating elements. Oven suitability should not be assumed unless the intended operating temperature and application have been specifically confirmed.

What Is Bagasse?

Bagasse is the fibrous material remaining after juice has been extracted from sugarcane. Rather than treating these fibres only as agricultural waste, they can be moulded into rigid foodservice products such as clamshell boxes, meal trays, plates and bowls.

The resulting packaging provides a plant-based alternative to conventional plastic and expanded-polystyrene takeaway containers while retaining the practical strength needed for professional food service.

Commercially Compostable Takeaway Packaging

These clamshell boxes are made from compostable moulded sugarcane fibre. Their ability to break down depends on suitable composting conditions, the food residue present and whether appropriate processing facilities are available.

Check the guidance provided by your local authority or commercial waste contractor. Compostable food packaging should not automatically be placed in ordinary paper recycling or garden waste unless the collection provider confirms that it is accepted.

Suitable for Professional Food Businesses

These large bagasse takeaway boxes are suitable for:

• Fish and chip shops
• Takeaway restaurants
• Street-food traders
• Food trucks and market stalls
• Burger and chicken shops
• Kebab and grill restaurants
• Catering companies
• Festival and event foodservice
• Sports and leisure venues
• Workplace canteens
• School and university catering
• Hotels and hospitality businesses

Compare Other Bagasse Clamshell Sizes

Choose a container based on the size and layout of the meal being served:

• 7 x 5 x 2.5-Inch Bagasse Clamshell Boxes – Pack of 500 – suitable for snacks, sides, burgers and smaller portions
• 6-Inch Bagasse Burger Boxes – Pack of 500 – compact square boxes for burgers and sandwiches
• 9 x 6 x 3-Inch Bagasse Lunch Meal Boxes – Pack of 250 – suitable for standard fish and chips portions and complete meals
• 9 x 9-Inch Bagasse Clamshell Meal Boxes – Pack of 200 – square containers for full meals and combination portions
• 9-Inch 3-Compartment Bagasse Meal Boxes – Pack of 200 – helps keep mains and side dishes separated

Browse the complete selection of Bagasse & Pulp Food Containers to compare available sizes, shapes and compartment options.

Storage and Handling Guidance

Store unused boxes in their original packaging in a clean and dry location. Keep them away from moisture, direct heat, prolonged sunlight and strong odours.

Keep the outer case closed until the containers are required to help protect them from dust and accidental contamination.

Avoid overfilling the base, as excessive food can prevent the hinged lid from closing correctly. Keep filled boxes upright during storage and delivery, particularly when meals contain sauces, grease or moist ingredients.

Free Next Working Day UK Mainland Delivery

Order before the daily 15:00 cut-off for next working day UK Mainland delivery. Free next working day delivery is available on qualifying orders over £100 excluding VAT.

Weekends, bank holidays, remote locations and delivery restrictions are excluded. Saturday delivery is available as a paid service.

Frequently Asked Questions