Paper cups lined with a water-based aqueous coating instead of polyethylene, so the whole cup composts cleanly, no plastic film to peel away first. Rated for hot and cold service and printable to your brand, they are the drop-in replacement for the standard PE-lined cup.
Key features
Applications
Who uses compostable aqueous coated paper cups
These cups are used by coffee shops and cafés, quick-service restaurants and food courts, office pantries and events, and juice and cold-beverage bars. They are rated for hot and cold service and can be printed to your brand.
The cup is lined with a water-based aqueous coating instead of polyethylene, so there is no plastic film to peel away before the cup is composted. It is a replacement for the standard PE-lined paper cup.
Sizes and thickness
| Specification | Range |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 120 ml – 500 ml |
Capacities run from 120 ml to 500 ml. Smaller cups suit espresso and tasting portions, medium sizes suit tea and coffee, and the larger sizes suit cold drinks and juices. Matching paper lids are available, and the cups are compatible with compostable lids.
How to choose capacity and wall type
Cups come in single-wall and double-wall options. Single-wall suits cold drinks and quick hot servings. Double-wall adds insulation, which suits hot drinks that customers carry away. Match the lid to the cup and test your hottest drink before a full order.
Disposal and storage
Because the lining is water-based and not polyethylene, the whole cup is designed to go to composting without removing a plastic film. Send used cups, with a compostable lid if you use one, to a composting facility where one is available. Check what your local facility accepts. Store unused cups in a cool, dry place; shelf life is 12 months from the date of manufacture.
Frequently asked questions
What cup sizes are available?
Capacities run from 120 ml to 500 ml.
Can the cups hold hot and cold drinks?
Yes. They are rated for both hot and cold beverages.
What is the lining made of?
An aqueous, water-based coating, not polyethylene, so there is no plastic film in the cup.
Are single-wall and double-wall cups available?
Yes. Both options are available, along with matching paper lids.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum order is 100 kg per specification. Tell us your cup size and wall type and we will confirm the quantity this represents.
How do I get samples and a quote?
Use the quote form on this page or the contact page. Share your cup sizes, hot or cold use, and whether you need printing. We send samples and a quote within two business days.
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