{"product_id":"500ml-microwavable-containers-lids-takeaway-ireland","title":"500ml Microwavable Takeaway Containers with Lids (250 Pack) | Leak-Resistant PP Food Containers Ireland","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500ml Microwavable Takeaway Containers with Lids (250 Pack) — Leak-Resistant PP Food Containers for Hot \u0026amp; Cold Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear rectangular PP takeaway tubs built for daily food service. Microwave-safe, leak-resistant, and sold as a full case of 250 — container and lid packed together, ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running a takeaway, deli, or café and you need a container that goes from fridge to microwave without drama, this is it. The 500ml size handles a solid main course portion — pasta, curry, stew, salad — without looking half-empty. Lids clip on securely. \u003cstrong\u003eNo leaks in the bag, no complaints at the door.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for peak service where speed matters and lids need to stay shut during courier delivery — including on a packed Friday-night Deliveroo run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePopular with takeaways on Deliveroo and Just Eat, deli counters, and meal prep kitchens across Ireland.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chosen by busy chipper services that can't afford packaging failures during an evening rush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; border-left: 4px solid #4caf50; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eFREE Delivery across Ireland on this product.\u003c\/strong\u003e Order before 1pm for same-day dispatch from our Dublin 12 warehouse. \u003cstrong\u003eNext dispatch window: order by 1pm today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 250 containers + 250 clip lids per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔥 Microwave-safe PP plastic — no warping, no odour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔒 Leak-resistant clip lids — stays shut during courier delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❄️ Freezer-safe and dishwasher-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥗 Suitable for hot and cold food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e♻️ BPA-free — Recycling Code #5 (PP) — kerbside recyclable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📐 Dimensions: 172mm × 120mm × 45mm (confirm before ordering if shelf space is tight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚚 Same-day dispatch from Dublin 12 — order before 1pm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Food-grade PP — EU Regulation (EC) No 10\/2011 compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is PP Plastic — and Why Does It Matter for Food Service?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePP stands for polypropylene — a food-grade, BPA-free thermoplastic approved for direct food contact under \u003cstrong\u003eEU Regulation (EC) No 10\/2011\u003c\/strong\u003e. It handles heat without warping, resists oils and fats, and doesn't absorb odours. These plastic food containers with lids comply with \u003cstrong\u003eEN 1186\u003c\/strong\u003e food contact material standards. Recycling Code #5 — accepted in most kerbside recycling bins, unlike PLA which requires industrial composting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrowave-safe PP plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e — handles reheating without warping or releasing odour; won't buckle under hot curry or stew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeak-resistant clip lid\u003c\/strong\u003e — included in every case; stays locked during transport, no lid failures mid-shift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e500ml rectangular format\u003c\/strong\u003e — right for a main course portion; not too deep, not too shallow; portion presentation stays clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot and cold food suitable\u003c\/strong\u003e — works for curries, salads, soups, and cold deli prep without switching container types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher-safe and freezer-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful for prep-ahead kitchens doing batch cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStackable design\u003c\/strong\u003e — resists stack crush; stores flat and takes up less shelf space during a busy shift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBPA-free, Recycling Code #5 (PP)\u003c\/strong\u003e — kerbside recyclable across most of Ireland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e250 containers + 250 lids per case\u003c\/strong\u003e — no counting, no mismatches, no running out of lids mid-service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulk takeaway packaging discounts\u003c\/strong\u003e — pallet and mixed pallet pricing available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e500ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRectangular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePolypropylene (PP) — food grade, BPA-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecycling Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e#5 (PP) — kerbside recyclable in most areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (approx.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e172mm × 120mm × 45mm — please confirm before ordering if shelf fit is critical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Contact Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEU Regulation (EC) No 10\/2011 \/ EN 1186\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLid Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes — clip-fit lid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrowave Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreezer Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecyclable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes — Recycling Code #5 (PP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e250 containers + 250 lids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e120271\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Size Takeaway Container Do You Need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/375ml-microwavable-containers-lids-ireland\"\u003e375ml microwavable takeaway containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSmaller portions, sides, soups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500ml ← You are here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain course portions — pasta, curry, stew. The most popular size for takeaways across Ireland.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/750ml-microwavable-containers-lids-ireland\"\u003e750ml takeaway food containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLarger portions, family-size, meal prep boxes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1000ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBulk prep, catering trays, large orders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo with the 500ml if you're serving standard main course portions. Step up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/750ml-microwavable-containers-lids-ireland\"\u003e750ml takeaway food containers\u003c\/a\u003e if your portions are generous or you're doing meal prep boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePP vs PLA — Which Takeaway Container Material Should You Choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003ePP (These Containers)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003ePLA (Compostable)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrowave safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✘ No — warps with heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBPA-free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompostable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✘ No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✔ Industrial compost only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKerbside recyclable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✔ Yes — Code #5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✘ Rarely accepted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandles hot food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✔ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e✘ Risk of deformation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost per unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHot food, reheating, daily service\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCold food, eco-mandate venues\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerdict:\u003c\/strong\u003e For hot food and microwave reheating, PP is the right call. PLA warps under heat and isn't accepted in most kerbside bins. If compostability is a hard requirement, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bagasse-packaging\"\u003ecompostable bagasse takeaway containers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Uses These Takeaway Meal Containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTakeaways and chipper counters across Dublin, Cork, and Galway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelis and café counters in Limerick, Sligo, and Donegal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeal prep businesses and catering companies doing batch cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHospital and workplace canteens needing reliable daily containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchool and sports club catering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeliveroo and Just Eat operators needing leak-proof packaging for takeaway orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA go-to for food businesses that need food prep containers and deli tubs that hold up during an evening rush without transport spills or lid failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Customers Say\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ccc; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e★★★★★ \u003cem\u003e\"Reliable lids and no leaks during deliveries. We've tried cheaper alternatives and always come back to these.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ccc; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e★★★★★ \u003cem\u003e\"Perfect size for curry portions. Stacks neatly in the fridge and the lids don't pop during delivery.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ccc; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e★★★★★ \u003cem\u003e\"Stacks neatly and saves shelf space. Ordering 250 at a time means we're never caught short on a busy shift.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo With This If…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ You need microwave-safe takeaway tubs that hold a full portion without leaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ You want lid and container in one case — no separate orders, no lid shortages mid-service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ You're ordering \u003cstrong\u003ebulk takeaway packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e for delivery across Ireland and need 250 units that stack without crush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStick with a smaller size if\u003c\/strong\u003e your portions run under 400ml — the 500ml will look underfilled. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/375ml-microwavable-containers-lids-ireland\"\u003eSee our 375ml microwavable takeaway containers here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Food Businesses Buy From Discount Till Rolls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eFast delivery across Ireland\u003c\/strong\u003e — free on this product, next-day to Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Belfast, Sligo, Donegal, Cavan, and Derry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏭 \u003cstrong\u003eDublin-based warehouse stock\u003c\/strong\u003e — dispatched from Dublin 12, not a UK or EU depot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003eBulk pricing available\u003c\/strong\u003e — pallet and mixed pallet discounts for high-volume buyers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTrusted by takeaways, delis, and caterers nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent stock, reliable trade supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📞 \u003cstrong\u003eTrade support\u003c\/strong\u003e — call us on +353 (0)1 4433964 for urgent orders or bulk quotes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff8e1; border-left: 4px solid #ffc107; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e⏱ \u003cstrong\u003eOrder before 1pm today for same-day dispatch from Dublin 12.\u003c\/strong\u003e Next-day delivery to Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Belfast, and most of Ireland. Stock available now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady for Busy Service?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your 500ml microwavable takeaway containers today with fast delivery from our Dublin warehouse. Reliable plastic food containers with lids in bulk — built for takeaways, delis, catering kitchens, and food prep businesses that can't afford packaging failures during peak service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs — 500ml Microwavable Takeaway Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre PP takeaway containers microwave safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes — polypropylene (PP) is one of the few plastics that is genuinely microwave safe for food reheating.\u003c\/strong\u003e These 500ml PP containers are BPA-free and manufactured to EU Regulation (EC) No 10\/2011 food contact standards. They won't warp, buckle, or release odour under heat — used daily in takeaway and deli kitchens for exactly this purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size takeaway container is best for curry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 500ml is the standard choice for a single curry portion.\u003c\/strong\u003e It holds a generous serving without looking sparse, and the rectangular shape fits neatly in a delivery bag. If you're doing large portions or family-size orders, step up to our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/750ml-microwavable-containers-lids-ireland\"\u003e750ml takeaway food containers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat takeaway containers do Irish takeaways use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost takeaways use 500ml PP microwavable containers for main courses and 375ml for sides and soups.\u003c\/strong\u003e PP is the dominant material because it handles hot food, survives courier delivery, and costs less per unit than compostable alternatives. These are the containers you'll find in the majority of chippers, Chinese takeaways, and Indian restaurants across Dublin, Cork, and Galway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre PP containers better than bagasse for hot food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor microwave reheating, yes — PP is the better choice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bagasse handles initial heat well but isn't suitable for microwave reheating and can soften with very wet or oily food over time. If your customers reheat at home, PP is more reliable. If compostability is a priority, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bagasse-packaging\"\u003ecompostable bagasse takeaway containers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the lids come included, or do I need to order them separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLids are included — every case contains 250 containers and 250 matching clip lids, packed together.\u003c\/strong\u003e No separate order, no mismatches, no running out of lids during a busy shift. Order before 1pm and we'll dispatch same day from Dublin 12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan these PP containers be recycled in Ireland?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes — Recycling Code #5 (PP) is accepted in most kerbside recycling bins across Ireland.\u003c\/strong\u003e Acceptance can vary by local authority, so check with your council if you're in a rural area. These are not compostable — if compostability is a hard requirement, our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bagasse-packaging\"\u003ecompostable bagasse takeaway containers\u003c\/a\u003e are a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Discount","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56576530743627,"sku":"120271","price":46.73,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/6522\/3755\/files\/500ml_Clear_Microwavable_Container___Lids__Standard__250__TillRolls.ie_2.jpg?v=1771594417","url":"https:\/\/discounttillrolls.ie\/products\/500ml-microwavable-containers-lids-takeaway-ireland","provider":"Discount Till Rolls","version":"1.0","type":"link"}