9 x 6 x 3-Inch Compostable Bagasse Lunch Meal Boxes – Pack of 250

9 x 6 x 3-Inch Compostable Bagasse Lunch Meal Boxes – Pack of 250

In stock. Package fish and chips, burgers, meal deals and generous takeaway portions in these strong 9 x 6 x 3-inch bagasse lunch meal boxes. Made from moulded sugarcane fibre, they provide a practical plastic-free alternative to conventional foam and plastic takeaway containers.

The spacious rectangular clamshell design provides room for a main dish with accompanying chips, rice, salad or other sides. Its integrated hinged lid closes over the food to help protect meals during counter service, customer collection and takeaway delivery.

These containers are particularly popular as bagasse fish and chip boxes, but their versatile size also makes them suitable for burgers, wraps, curries, rice dishes, noodles, grilled meals and street food.

The moulded bagasse construction provides useful resistance to grease and moisture, making the boxes suitable for many hot, cold, oily and moderately saucy foods. They are also suitable for appropriate short-duration microwave reheating.

Supplied in a wholesale case of 250 compostable bagasse clamshell boxes, they are ideal for fish and chip shops, takeaways, restaurants, food trucks, cafés, caterers and event foodservice businesses.

Explore more sustainable takeaway containers in our Bagasse & Pulp Food Packaging range.

Product Specifications

Key Features and Benefits

• Practical 9 x 6 x 3-inch size: suitable for complete takeaway meals with accompanying sides
• Popular fish and chip box: provides space for fish, chips and suitable accompaniments
• Integrated hinged lid: no separate lid needs to be purchased or matched to the base
• Secure clamshell format: helps protect food during collection and delivery
• Made from sugarcane fibre: manufactured using moulded bagasse plant material
• Suitable for hot and cold food: useful across takeaway, catering and street-food service
• Grease and moisture resistant: suitable for many oily, wet and moderately saucy meals
• Microwave suitable: practical for appropriate short-duration food reheating
• Plastic-free construction: an alternative to conventional plastic and foam meal boxes
• Compostable material: designed to break down under suitable composting conditions
• Stackable design: supports organised storage in busy commercial kitchens
• Wholesale pack of 250: suitable for takeaways, caterers and high-volume food businesses

Ideal Bagasse Fish and Chip Box

The rectangular shape and generous depth make this container particularly suitable for fish and chip shops. It provides room for an individual portion of fish and chips while the hinged lid helps protect the meal during collection or delivery.

The bagasse material offers useful resistance to the grease and moisture associated with freshly cooked fried food. For best results, allow excessive steam to escape briefly before fully closing the lid. This may help reduce condensation and preserve the intended food texture.

The container should remain upright during handling, particularly when the meal includes sauces, mushy peas, curry sauce or other moist accompaniments.

Suitable for a Wide Range of Takeaway Meals

Although commonly used for fish and chips, these versatile meal boxes are also suitable for:

• Burgers with chips or salad
• Chicken and chips
• Kebab meat with rice or salad
• Curries and rice dishes
• Pasta and noodle meals
• Grilled meat and vegetables
• Breakfast portions
• Loaded fries
• Wraps with side portions
• Street-food meals
• Meal deals and combination meals
• Workplace and event catering

Strong Hinged Clamshell Design

The lid and base are manufactured as one integrated container. This makes the boxes quick and convenient to fill during busy service periods because staff do not need to locate or match separate lids.

The clamshell format opens widely for easy food loading and closes over the meal for takeaway service. Always check that the front closure is correctly engaged before handing the order to the customer or placing it inside a delivery bag.

Avoid overfilling, as excessive food can prevent the lid from closing properly.

Suitable for Hot and Cold Food

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

Typical hot-food applications include fish and chips, burgers, curries, rice dishes, noodles and grilled meals. Cold applications may include sandwiches, salads, pastries and chilled meal portions.

Leak-Resistant for Normal Takeaway Use

The moulded bagasse construction provides useful resistance to oil, grease and moisture. This makes the container suitable for many takeaway meals containing sauces, cooked vegetables, cheese and oily ingredients.

The box is leak-resistant rather than completely leakproof. Keep it upright during transport and avoid using it for soups, drinks or large quantities of free-flowing liquid.

For particularly runny sauces, consider using a separate suitable sauce pot rather than pouring the sauce directly into the meal box.

Microwave Reheating Guidance

These bagasse boxes are suitable for appropriate short-duration microwave reheating. Use heating times suitable for the type and quantity of food and check the meal regularly during reheating.

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

Do not expose the container to an open flame, grill or direct heating element. Oven suitability should not be assumed unless the intended temperature and application have been specifically confirmed.

What Is Bagasse?

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

The resulting packaging provides a plant-based alternative to conventional plastic and expanded-polystyrene takeaway containers while retaining the strength required for professional foodservice applications.

Compostable Takeaway Packaging

These meal boxes are made from compostable bagasse fibre. Their ability to break down depends on suitable composting conditions, food contamination and the collection or treatment facilities available locally.

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

Suitable for Professional Food Businesses

These 9 x 6 x 3-inch bagasse boxes are suitable for:

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

Choosing the Correct Meal Box Size

The 9 x 6 x 3-inch format is suitable for many individual main meals and combination portions. It provides more room than a standard burger box while remaining compact enough for efficient takeaway service.

Measure unusually large food portions before ordering. Oversized fish, large mixed grills or meals containing several substantial side portions may require a larger clamshell container.

Browse additional sizes, compartment containers, bowls and trays in our Bagasse & Pulp Food Packaging collection.

Storage and Handling Guidance

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

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

Keep filled boxes upright during storage and delivery. Avoid overfilling and check that the closure is properly engaged before transport.

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