Microwavable Takeaway Containers: Sizes, Compartments and Lids
The DiscountTillRolls.ie TeamClear 500ml and 650ml PP containers are the everyday takeaway tub for curries, rice and sides. Black microwavable containers look more premium and suit meal prep, deli counters and ready meals. Use a single compartment for one dish, and 2 or 3 compartment containers to keep sauces, rice and sides apart. Always check whether lids are included or sold separately.
If customers reheat at home, the container needs to handle the microwave. That is where polypropylene (PP) comes in.
In this guide
Clear or black?
- Clear PP: the classic takeaway tub with a snap lid. Low cost, stackable and customers can see the food. Try the 500ml or 650ml with lids.
- Black PP: a smarter look for meal prep, ready meals and premium takeaway. The food colour pops against the black base.
Clear PP tubs for curries, rice and sides.
Which size do I need?
| Size | Typical use |
|---|---|
| 2oz | Sauces and dips |
| 12oz to 16oz | Sides, small portions, kids meals |
| 500ml to 650ml | Main takeaway dishes |
| 24oz | Larger mains and ready meals |
| 32oz to 34oz | Full meals, usually with compartments |
Single, 2 or 3 compartments?
- Single: one dish, like a curry or stew.
- 2 compartments: main plus rice, or a meal prep protein and carb. See the 32oz 2 compartment container.
- 3 compartments: a full plated meal with a main and two sides. See the 32oz 3 compartment container.
Keeps a main and two sides apart. 150 per case.
Using them safely
- Microwave, not oven. PP containers are for microwaves, not conventional ovens. For the oven, use foil containers.
- Check the lid. Some lids are a different plastic. Advise customers to vent or remove the lid when reheating, and check the product details.
- Label the contents. Ready meals may need allergen and use by information. See our allergen labelling guide.
Frequently asked questions
Are black takeaway containers microwavable?
Our black PP containers are sold as microwavable. Check each listing and advise customers to vent the lid.
Are lids included?
Some containers come with lids and some bases are sold separately. The product title says which.
What size is a standard takeaway container?
500ml and 650ml clear tubs are the most common for takeaway mains.
Can these containers go in the oven?
No. Use foil containers for oven cooking.
Containers that go home and back in the microwave.
Clear and black microwavable containers, dispatched from Dublin 12.
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