{"product_id":"7-inch-x-5-inch-bagasse-clamshell-boxes","title":"7\" x 5\" Bagasse Clamshell Boxes","description":"\u003ch1\u003e7\" x 5\" Bagasse Clamshell Boxes (600 pcs)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NextWave 7\" x 5\" bagasse clamshell box is a compact rectangular hinged-lid food container made from sugarcane fibre (bagasse), designed for professional foodservice use across takeaway, delivery, bakery, and catering operations. With a footprint of 180mm × 125mm and a height of 65mm, it provides a practical single-container solution for snacks, sandwiches, pastries, smaller main meals, and food-to-go formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis format is commonly selected where a secure, self-closing container is required for smaller portions without the need for a separate lid. The hinged clamshell design allows rapid packing during busy service periods while keeping contents stable during transport. It is suitable for both hot and cold food applications and is microwavable and freezer safe, making it a versatile choice for cafés, delis, cloud kitchens, and food-to-go operators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box is manufactured from sugarcane fibre (bagasse), a renewable plant-based material produced as a by-product of sugarcane processing. It contains no PE lining, no PFAS-added coatings, and no BPA, and is suitable for direct food contact under UK market requirements. As an industrially compostable product, it offers a lower-impact alternative to conventional plastic food containers for operators looking to reduce their packaging footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7\" x 5\" bagasse clamshell box is typically selected where a compact, self-contained portion needs to be packed securely for counter service, takeaway, or delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBakery and pastry items used by cafés, bakeries, and coffee shops, where the rigid hinged lid protects croissants, muffins, slices, and similar goods without crushing during handling or transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSandwiches and wraps served by delis, sandwich counters, and food-to-go operations, where the box provides a cleaner and more presentable format than a paper bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSnacks and smaller hot portions such as spring rolls, samosas, gyoza, chicken wings, and similar grab-and-go items prepared by takeaway restaurants and street food operators\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCold prepared food including small salads, grain bowls, and cold protein plates where a rigid, presentable container is preferred over a film-lidded tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMeal-prep and batch delivery for cloud kitchens and meal-prep operations requiring microwave-safe, freezer-safe packaging for smaller portion sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEvents and catering where individual portioned servings are plated in advance and require a reliable, self-closing container for buffet or hospitality service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eNo separate lid required: The integrated hinged clamshell design closes securely without a separate lid, reducing the number of packaging components during service and simplifying kitchen workflows. This removes the risk of lid-size mismatches during busy packing periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCompact footprint for smaller portions: At 7\" x 5\", this format is well suited to snack-sized and smaller meal portions where a full 9\" x 6\" box would be oversized. The more compact format also allows more efficient use of counter space and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMicrowavable and freezer safe: Both properties are supported by the bagasse material specification, allowing the same container to be used from freezer storage through to reheating without repacking. Suitable for meal-prep operations and delivery services where customers reheat food at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRigid construction supports presentation during delivery: The bagasse fibre construction maintains its shape when filled with baked goods, cold food, or hot snacks during typical delivery and counter workflows. This supports food presentation on arrival compared with lighter-weight alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIndustrially compostable material for operators seeking lower-impact packaging: Bagasse is a plant-based, industrially compostable material with no plastic lining. Operators managing sustainability commitments or working with venues and clients requiring compostable packaging can use this product where appropriate waste processing facilities are available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NextWave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62823201145203,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/6232\/4339\/files\/BagasseClamshellBoxes7x5inch_f45b3394-0ac5-4907-a9c8-45ad5f23ab43.jpg?v=1778284773","url":"https:\/\/next-wave.uk\/products\/7-inch-x-5-inch-bagasse-clamshell-boxes","provider":"Next Wave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}