Step 01 Takeaway & Freezer Ice Cream Pint Tubs (12oz - 16oz)Takeaway Ice Cream Tubs 500ml Pint & Freezer Containers
Deliver pints of your handmade gelato or soft serve safely to customers' front doors. Robust 12oz and 16oz (approx 500ml) containers engineered with deep-freezer barrier cupstock and snap-tight sealing lids that prevent freezer burn.
Your specification. Your artwork. A clear quotation.
Quality Specification 
Hermetic snap-on paper lids stop leaks and protect flavour in transit.
Consider The Details
Heavy-Duty Sub-Zero Thermal Protection for Takeaway & Retail
On-demand food delivery via Deliveroo, UberEats, and Just Eat requires tubs that won't crack under cold temperatures or buckle under lid pressure. Our 500ml takeaway tubs utilize reinforced 320gsm board with specialized sub-zero coatings that resist condensation and ice crystal formation.
Standard 16oz (approx 500ml) pint volume & 12oz sharing sizes
Double-sided barrier coating blocks moisture from exterior condensation during defrosting
Airtight snap-on paperboard lids with matching wraparound printing
Engineered for Deliveroo / UberEats courier thermal bags
Technical Matrix
Standard Production Specifications
- Capacities
- 12oz (360ml), 16oz (480ml - 500ml Pint)
- Board Grade
- 320gsm Heavyweight Freezer Cupstock
- Temperature Range
- -25°C to +40°C
- Lid Options
- Snap-fit paper lid with rolled edge
- Inks
- Low-migration certified vegetable inks
- Turnaround
- 7–10 working days UK delivery
Takeaway Ice Cream Cups
Common Sizes & Capacity Guide
• 2.4 oz – 3.5 oz (70 ml – 100 ml): Ideal for single-scoop samples, children's portions, or mini treats.
• 4 oz – 5 oz (120 ml – 150 ml): Great for 1 to 2 standard scoops.
• 6 oz – 8 oz (180 ml – 240 ml): Suited for 2 to 3 scoops or layered desserts.
• 10 oz – 16 oz (300 ml – 550 ml): Best for large portions, multi-scoop servings, or frozen yogurt with heavy toppings.
Takeaway ice cream cups and tubs in the UK are available in a variety of styles, materials, and sizes to support dessert parlours, catering events, and delivery services. Single-use plastic restrictions across the UK have led most suppliers to focus heavily on PE-lined recyclable paper, PLA-lined compostable options, and heavy-duty Kraft boards.
Production & Workflow
Our 4-Step Packaging & Production Process
From container measurement and structural CAD dielines to high-definition printing and express UK delivery.
Step 01 
Step 02 Upload your brand logo, Pantone references, or full wraparound artwork. Our UK studio prepares a free 3D digital proof and dieline alignment check.
Step 03 High-definition flexographic and offset printing using odorless, certified food-safe vegetable inks complying with EC 1935/2004 and UK SI 2010/2854.
Step 04 Precision formed, leak-tested, sleeve-packed in sanitary cartons, and dispatched with fast UK mainland delivery.
Clear Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers on sizing, minimum order runs, artwork proofs, board calipers, and free tracked UK delivery.
Will ice cream melt faster in paper tubs during delivery?
Paperboard has natural insulating properties superior to thin plastic containers. When paired with our tight snap-fit paper lid, the cold pocket remains stable inside courier thermal bags for up to 45 minutes.
Can I sell these tubs in supermarket and farm shop retail freezers?
Yes! Our tubs are fully compliant for commercial grocery retail with full barcode, ingredient declaration, and batch tracking printing.
Have a specific requirement or custom dieline?
Our UK packaging specialists can verify bottle clearances, create tailored structural CAD dielines, and supply physical plain samples.
Let’s make it yours
Get a Quote for 500ml Takeaway Tubs
Factory direct pricing from 500 units with fast UK mainland delivery.