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Drink Cup Carrier Plastic Bags

Drink Cup Carrier Plastic Bags

1. Brief Introduction:

(1) Key Advantages

  • Drink cup carrier plastic bags are specially designed carriers with built-in handles and cup-holding sections that let customers carry two, four, or more beverages at once without spilling.

  • Compared to cardboard carriers, plastic versions are generally more cost-effective, water-resistant, and better suited for takeout and delivery conditions.

  • Reinforced handles and properly rated material thickness (40–60 micron HDPE/LDPE) prevent handle failure under the weight of iced drinks and condensation.

  • Clear film keeps cup branding visible throughout the delivery journey, reinforcing brand recall as a cost-efficient branding touchpoint.

  • Custom printing options allow logos, color schemes, and promotional messaging to be added directly onto the carrier for consistent branding across every takeout touchpoint.

(2) Applicable Scenarios

  • Coffee shops

  • Bubble tea brands

  • Fast food chains

  • Beverage delivery services

  • Café chains

  • Food service distribution

(3) Target Audience & Channels

  • Beverage businesses

  • Café chains

  • Food service distribution companies

  • Procurement teams

  • Distributors managing multiple retail clients

  • B2B buyers sourcing bulk or custom printed packaging

(4) Material Type

  • HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)

  • LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)

  • PLA (plant-derived, biodegradable and compostable material)

(5) Clarity & Branding Option

  • Clear plastic carriers keep cup branding visible throughout the delivery journey.

  • Custom printed carriers add logo, color scheme, or promotional messaging for consistent brand presence.

(6) Load Capacity and Tear Resistance

  • Thin, low-micron plastic tears easily under load — a common issue with iced drinks, where condensation and ice weight can push a two-cup carrier well past 1kg.

  • Bags under roughly 40 microns (1.5 mil) in HDPE, or lighter-gauge LDPE without reinforced handles, are especially prone to handle failure.

  • Recommended range: 40–60 micron HDPE or LDPE with reinforced handles, matched to typical cup count and drink weight.

(7) Size Flexibility

  • Common cup diameter range of 70mm–95mm.

  • Various carrier configurations, including 2-cup and 4-cup formats.

(8) Sustainability Option

  • PLA-based carriers offer a similar look and feel to conventional clear plastic while being biodegradable and compostable.

  • Temperature tolerance and load-bearing characteristics of PLA formulations should be confirmed with the supplier to ensure they handle iced-drink condensation and multi-cup loads.

(9) Supplier Evaluation Considerations

  • Third-party test reports for food-grade safety compliance.

  • Minimum order quantity (MOQ) and scalability with business size.

  • Sample units available before bulk production.

  • Typical lead time and peak-season demand handling.

  • Custom printing support without significantly increasing cost or turnaround time.

2. Basic Specifications


Drink cup carrier plastic bags are typically sized to accommodate common cup diameters between 70mm and 95mm, with two-cup and four-cup configurations covering most beverage retail and delivery needs. Material gauge generally ranges from 40 to 60 microns in HDPE or LDPE, a range that balances flexibility with the load-bearing strength required for iced drinks. Packaging quantities per carton can be adjusted according to bag size and thickness to optimize shipping volume and cost.

Item

Specification

Remarks

Size (L x W)

Fits cup diameters 70–95mm
2-cup and 4-cup configurations

Custom sizes available

Film Color

• Clear (standard)

• Frosted / Colored (optional)

Custom colors available; clear version is anti-fog treated

Thickness

40–60 microns (approx. 1.6–2.4 mil), HDPE or LDPE with reinforced handles

Thickness customizable; heavy-duty grade improves leak resistance and freezer performance

Qty per Carton

300 pcs/box x 4 boxes/carton = 1,200 pcs/carton

150 pcs/box x 24 boxes/carton = 3,600 pcs/carton

50 pcs/box x 48 boxes/carton = 2,400 pcs/carton

Packaging quantity adjustable by size/thickness; for calculating volumetric weight


3. Material & Safety

Drink cup carrier plastic bags are produced from food-safe HDPE or LDPE film, both of which are BPA-free and suitable for direct contact with beverage cups. For brands seeking a more sustainable option, PLA-based carriers provide a plant-derived, biodegradable, and compostable alternative that closely matches the clarity and feel of conventional plastic. Because PLA formulations vary in temperature tolerance and load-bearing performance, suppliers should confirm that the specific material and thickness offered can withstand iced-drink condensation and multi-cup loads. Third-party test reports for food-grade compliance should be requested before committing to a bulk order.

Item

Specification

Remarks

Raw Material

•HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)

•LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)

• BPA-Free

HDPE/LDPE improve flexibility and puncture resistance; free of harmful BPA

Recycled Content

Standard product uses virgin material / custom post-consumer recycled content (PCR) ratio available

If recycled content is required, please confirm ratio and certification in advance

Food-Grade Safety

• Food-contact grade material

• Complies with FDA, LFGB, EU 10/2011 standards

Relevant test reports and certificates available

Eco Attribute

• Recyclable

•PLA biodegradable and compostable option available

•Recycled content (PCR content) available

PLA option is a custom order; cost and lead time to be confirmed separately

Note: All food-contact materials are BPA-free, and relevant compliance documentation (FDA, LFGB, REACH, RoHS, etc.) can be provided based on the target market. Compostable material is also available on request.


Drink Cup Carrier Plastic Bags


4. Product Physical Properties


Physical performance centers on load capacity and tear resistance, since condensation and ice weight can push a two-cup carrier well past one kilogram during delivery. Bags below roughly 40 microns in HDPE, or lighter-gauge LDPE without reinforced handles, are especially prone to handle failure, while the 40–60 micron range with reinforced handles holds up reliably under typical order volumes. Water resistance keeps the carrier structurally stable as condensation builds up in transit, and clear film variants retain their transparency throughout handling so that cup branding stays visible from pickup to delivery.

Physical Properties (Factory Lab Test Records)

Test data based on 1.2 mil LDPE film. Actual performance can be adjusted per customer requirements (Data for reference only; certified test reports available upon request).

Tensile Strength (N)

Tensile Strength at Break (MPa)

Elongation at Break (%)

Impact (G)

Seam Strength (N)

TD

MD

TD

MD

TD Target

MD Target

Value

Value

10.7

14.5

17.83

22.65

661.83

195.35

65

14.38


5. Materials and Safety Certifications

Item

Details

Key Attributes

BPA-Free/Food-Safe/Eco Attribute

Food-Grade Certification

FDA: FEI No. 3004496839

BRC-PM (Huakang BRC-PM Certificate): Certificate No. 0196051

Other Certifications

ISO 13485 — Medical Device Quality Management System

ISO 9001 — General Quality Management System

BSCI / SMETA / Sedex — Corporate Social Responsibility Audits (labor, environment, etc.)


6. Customization Capabilities

Item

Details

Printing

Logo + design printing supported; gravure 4-color printing process

Size Customization

Custom sizes available on request; MOQ to be discussed separately

Standard MOQ

3 tons

Custom MOQ

3 tons,plate/tooling fees: to be quoted separately

Sample Lead Time

14 business days; sample fee USD $300, refundable upon mass production order


7. Packaging & Logistics

Item

Details

Inner Packaging

Subject to specific packaging requirements

Outer Carton

Subject to specific packaging requirements

Trade Terms

FOB Port of Shanghai or Sihanoukville; T/T 30% deposit, balance against copy of B/L

Production Lead Time

45 days for first order; 30 days for subsequent orders


Drink Cup Carrier Plastic Bags

8. Quality Control: Combination of Flowcharts and Tables

Stage

Inspection Content

IQC

Plastic pellet strength, transparency, and food-grade compliance verification

 IPQC

Dedicated QC inspectors stationed on the production floor with ongoing random inspections throughout the production process

 OQC

Dimensions, weight, seal integrity, appearance, and packaging completeness

Customer Inspection

On-site inspection by customer or third-party testing agencies supported




9. After-Sales Service

Item

Details

Warranty Period

Quality claims accepted within 6 months of shipment (excluding damage caused by misuse or improper storage)

Claims Process

Provide photos + physical samples within 30 days of receipt; resolution provided within 7 business days

Resolution Options

Replacement / Refund / Discount credit; shipping responsibility negotiated based on circumstances (quality-related returns borne by supplier; non-quality-related returns borne by customer)


10. About Huayue Group

Huayue Group has been deeply rooted in the plastic packaging industry for over 30 years. The company operates the largest plastic packaging production base in Cambodia, with an annual capacity of 120,000 metric tons (equivalent to 10,000 metric tons per month). The company holds multiple international management system certifications (including ISO 9001, BSCI, Sedex, etc.) and produces products that comply with food-contact material standards such as FDA, LFGB, and EU 10/2011.

Over 70% of Huayue's products are exported to European and North American markets, where we have established long-term, stable partnerships with many leading Western retailers. We support full customization in sizes, thicknesses, multi-color printing, and eco-friendly materials (compostable/biodegradable). Backed by 30 years of manufacturing experience, large-scale production capacity, and rigorous quality control, we provide reliable packaging solutions for food companies worldwide.

 

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