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Wholesale Takeout & To-Go Containers for Chicago-Area Restaurants
Synk Commercial Supply sells takeout containers by the case: foam and plastic hinged containers, black polypropylene round and rectangular containers, kraft paper takeout boxes, paper food trays, soup cups, pizza boxes and molded fiber (bagasse) containers. Orders ship from Synk's Elk Grove Village warehouse, with local delivery across the Chicago area.
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Types of takeout containers we carry
Synk's takeout containers come in foam, plastic, kraft and other paper, corrugated board and molded fiber, all sold by the case. The table summarizes each family's material, sizes and case pack; the sections below list the sizes and case packs in detail. Call for current availability.
| Type | Material | Sizes | Case pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foam hinged containers | Polystyrene foam (PS) | 6x6, 8x8, 9x6, 9x9, 9.5x9; 5.125 x 10.25 in hoagie | 200–500 |
| Plastic hinged containers | Mineral-filled PP, black PP with clear lid, clear OPS, clear PET | 6x6, 8x8, 9x6, 9x9, rectangular 2-compartment; 16 oz hinged deli | 150–500 |
| Black PP round and rectangular containers | Black polypropylene (PP) | Round 16, 24, 32, 48 oz; rectangular 24, 28, 32, 38, 48 oz | 150 |
| Foam cups and food containers | Polystyrene foam (PS) | Cups 8, 12, 16, 20 oz; squat food containers 4, 6, 8, 12 oz; 8 oz extra-squat; 16 oz medium-squat | 500–1,000 |
| Kraft takeout boxes | Kraft paper | #1, #2, #4, #8 | 160–450 |
| Paper food trays | Paper | 1, 2, 2.5, 3, 5 lb | 500–1,000 |
| Paper soup cups | Paper; matching clear PP lids carried | 8 and 12 oz cups; 8 oz white container | 250–500 |
| Pizza boxes | B-flute corrugated, kraft or white/kraft | 10, 12, 14, 16 in | 50 per bundle |
| Molded fiber plates and containers | Molded plant fiber (sugarcane bagasse) | 7 and 9 in plates; 9x6 and 9x9 hinged; 5-compartment tray | 200–1,000 |
| Plates | Polystyrene foam (PS); coated paper | 9 in | 500–1,000 |
Case pack is the number of pieces in one case (pizza boxes are packed 50 per bundle). Where a range is shown, the count depends on the item and size.
Foam hinged containers
Foam hinged containers, often called clamshells, are one-piece polystyrene foam containers with an attached lid. Synk carries them from 6x6 up to a large 9.5x9, plus a 5.125 x 10.25 inch hoagie container. The 8x8, 9x9 and 9.5x9 come in 1- and 3-compartment versions, and the 8x8 and 9x9 are also available in black.
| Size | Versions | Case pack |
|---|---|---|
| 6x6 | One version | 500 |
| 8x8 | 1-compartment, 3-compartment, black 1-compartment | 200 |
| 9x6 | One version | 200 |
| 9x9 | 1-compartment, 3-compartment, black 1-compartment | 200 |
| 9.5x9 (large) | 1-compartment, 3-compartment | 200 |
| Hoagie, 5.125 x 10.25 in | One version | 500 |
When you request a quote, give the size, the compartment count and the color (for example, 9x9 3-compartment). Synk lists these containers by size, not by manufacturer model number.
Plastic hinged containers
Plastic hinged containers come in four materials: white mineral-filled polypropylene (PP), a black PP base with a clear lid, clear oriented polystyrene (OPS) and clear PET. Case packs run from 150 to 500 depending on the material and size.
| Material | Sizes | Case pack |
|---|---|---|
| White mineral-filled PP | 6x6 | 250 |
| White mineral-filled PP | 9x6; 9x9 1- and 3-compartment; 8x8 3-compartment | 150 |
| Black PP base, clear lid | 6x6; 8x8 1-compartment; 9x6; 9x9 1- and 3-compartment; rectangular 2-compartment | 150 |
| Clear OPS | 6x6 sandwich container | 500 |
| Clear PET | 16 oz hinged deli container | 200 |
Black PP round and rectangular containers
These are black polypropylene (PP) takeout containers, sold 150 per case in two shapes:
- Round: 16, 24, 32 and 48 oz.
- Rectangular: 24, 28, 32, 38 and 48 oz.
Ask about matching lids. For clear round deli containers, see deli containers and portion cups.
Foam cups and food containers
Foam cups and foam food containers are made from polystyrene foam (PS). Synk also carries matching lids, including white, translucent straw-slot and vented styles.
- Foam cups: 8, 12 and 16 oz (1,000 per case) and 20 oz (500 per case).
- Squat food containers: 4, 6, 8 and 12 oz.
- Extra-squat food container: 8 oz.
- Medium-squat food container: 16 oz (500 per case).
Ask for the case pack of the squat sizes when you request a quote.
Kraft takeout boxes, paper food trays and soup cups
Kraft takeout boxes are numbered by size (#1, #2, #4 and #8). Paper food trays are sized by the pound, from 1 lb to 5 lb. Paper soup cups come plain or with a pre-printed design. Matching clear PP lids are also carried.
| Item | Size | Case pack |
|---|---|---|
| Kraft takeout box | #1 | 450 |
| Kraft takeout box | #2 | 200 |
| Kraft takeout box | #4 | 160 |
| Kraft takeout box | #8 | 300 |
| Paper food tray | 1, 2, 2.5, 3 and 5 lb | 500–1,000 |
| Paper soup cup | 8 and 12 oz | 500 |
| White paper soup container | 8 oz | 250 |
Pizza boxes
Pizza boxes are B-flute corrugated and are sold 50 per bundle.
- 10 inch: white/kraft.
- 12 inch: kraft/kraft.
- 14 inch: kraft/kraft.
- 16 inch: kraft/kraft.
Molded fiber (bagasse) plates and containers
Made from plant fiber (sugarcane bagasse). Synk carries molded fiber plates, 3-compartment hinged containers and a 5-compartment tray.
| Item | Size and style | Case pack |
|---|---|---|
| Plate | 9 in, 1-compartment | 500 |
| Plate | 9 in, 3-compartment | 500 |
| Plate | 7 in | 1,000 |
| Hinged container | 9x6, 3-compartment | 200 |
| Hinged container | 9x9, 3-compartment | 200 |
| Tray | 5-compartment | 500 |
Molded fiber items are currently available for delivery within Illinois only. Synk does not currently market these items as certified compostable. Call for current availability.
Plates
Synk carries 9 inch foam plates (500 per case) and 9 inch coated paper plates (1,000 per case). Molded fiber plates in 7 and 9 inch sizes are listed in the molded fiber section above.
Ordering and delivery
Carton, pallet and full-container pricing is quoted on request; Synk does not publish a price list. You can order through the quote request form, by email or by phone.
Local delivery from Elk Grove Village across Chicago, Cook County and the surrounding collar counties, typically the next business day for in-stock items. Call to confirm timing for your address before you order.
There is no minimum order and no membership program. Walk-in customers and order pickups are welcome at the Elk Grove Village warehouse during business hours. See the delivery area and how to order pages for details.
Orders outside the delivery area ship nationwide by carrier; molded fiber items are limited to Illinois delivery. Freight is quoted with your order.
What to include in a quote request
- Each item with its size and style (for example, 9x9 3-compartment foam hinged, or 32 oz black PP round).
- How many cases or pallets you need.
- How often you reorder, so the quote reflects your monthly volume.
- Your delivery address.
Takeout orders often need more than containers. Synk also carries foil pans and wrap and cups, cutlery and napkins; see the full product catalog for every group.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy wholesale food containers?
Synk Commercial Supply sells takeout and food containers by the case from its warehouse in Elk Grove Village, Illinois: foam and plastic hinged containers, black polypropylene round and rectangular containers, kraft boxes, paper trays, soup cups, pizza boxes and molded fiber. Carton and pallet pricing is quoted on request. There is no minimum order and no membership, and walk-ins are welcome during business hours.
How much does a disposable food container cost?
Synk does not publish a price list. The price per case depends on the material, size, case pack and how many cases or pallets you order, so Synk quotes each order. Send the sizes and monthly volume you need for a quote.
What sizes of foam hinged containers do you carry?
Synk carries foam hinged containers in 6x6, 8x8, 9x6, 9x9 and a larger 9.5x9 size. The 8x8, 9x9 and 9.5x9 come in 1- and 3-compartment versions, the 8x8 and 9x9 also in black, and there is a 5.125 x 10.25 inch hoagie container. Cases hold 200 to 500.
Can molded fiber items ship outside Illinois?
Not at this time. Synk's molded fiber plates and hinged containers, made from sugarcane bagasse, are offered for delivery within Illinois only. The range includes 7 and 9 inch plates, 9x6 and 9x9 hinged containers and a 5-compartment tray.
Get a case or pallet quote
Send your item list, sizes and monthly volume. Synk aims to respond within one business day.
Request a Quote Email info@synktrading.com