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Ningbo Panfeng Mould Plastic Co., Ltd.
Since 2016, PanFeng is a China OEM & ODM Plastic Cake Containers Manufacturer and Plastic Cake Packaging Factory, committed to producing high-quality, environmentally friendly plastic products. With our advanced production base and a global network spanning over 90 countries, we provide reliable one-stop plastic manufacturing services, driving industry innovation and sustainable development.
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Requirement Discussion & Definition
You share your specific requirements, including product application, dimensions, materials, design, and other key details. Our expert team conducts in-depth discussions, analyzes project feasibility and cost structure, and works with you to determine the optimal solution.
Design & Solution Confirmation
Based on the confirmed requirements, we provide a complete solution, including 2D/3D drawings, material selection, process specifications, and a detailed quotation. The project begins after mutual confirmation.
Sample Production & Testing
We produce samples through existing mold adjustments or rapid prototyping, allowing you to test functionality, dimensions, appearance, and user experience. Your approval is a prerequisite for mass production.
Production Preparation & Finalization
After sample approval, we carry out comprehensive production preparations, including material procurement, production scheduling, and quality control planning. We also reconfirm all production details with you.
Mass Production & Quality Assurance
Batch production is carried out under a strict quality management system. Through multiple in-process inspections and final inspection and testing, we ensure that every item meets the confirmed standards.
On-Time Delivery & After-Sales Support
We arrange professional packaging and logistics to ensure timely and intact delivery. After delivery, we provide order quality tracking and after-sales support to support long-term cooperation.
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Plastic Cake Containers Manufacturer for Bakery, Delivery and Retail Programs

Ningbo Panfeng Mould Plastic Co., Ltd. manufactures food-grade plastic cake containers at our Ningbo production base and works as an OEM and ODM Plastic Cake Containers Manufacturer for bakeries, cake chains, dessert brands, retail packaging buyers and distributors. Rigid transparent cake boxes in round, square and wedge formats are built around PET where display value matters and PP where heat resistance and toughness matter.

The same factory runs Plastic Disposable Fast Food Box and Plastic Storage Box lines, so a dessert, catering or retail program can be sourced with one material specification and one shipment document set.

10+years in plastic manufacturing
90+countries and regions served
4-14 indiameter coverage (10-36 cm)
PP / PETBPA-free food-contact resins

Cake Box Formats We Produce

Format drives everything downstream: closure type, stacking height, pallet pattern and the decoration method used on the lid.

Round dome boxes

Whole cakes and gateaux from 6 in to 14 in, with domed or flat lids and radial ribs that carry top load across the body.

Square and rectangular boxes

Sheet cakes, loaf cakes and Swiss rolls, in hinged or two-piece constructions with generous flat panel area for branding.

Wedge and slice boxes

Portion-format containers for cake slices, pie slices, sandwiches and cheese cubes. PFB075 Plastic Cake Box For Storing Desserts Suitable For Bake Sale is a 310 ml PP example at 15.5 x 10.4 x 8.5 cm.

Shallow trays and lid-and-base sets

Tarts, cupcakes, petit fours and pastry assortments, with optional cavity inserts or divider trays inside the outer box.

Material Selection: PET for Clarity, PP for Heat and Toughness

Service temperature window (from -20 C baseline)

PP
-20 C to 120 C
PET
-20 C to 70 C
  • PET delivers the highest transparency, which keeps 360-degree cake decoration visible without opening the lid.
  • PP absorbs handling impact and tolerates refrigeration, warm transport and short microwave exposure far better.
  • Both resins are BPA-free food-grade grades, odorless and suitable for direct contact with cream, fondant and sponge.
  • Colored and semi-transparent PP is used when the box itself carries brand color rather than a clear window.

Structural Engineering: Compression, Stacking and Sealing

A cake box fails in transit long before it fails on a shelf. Our lids carry load through radial reinforcing ribs and a circular support edge, spreading top pressure over the full body instead of one contact point. Top faces are engineered to accept roughly 3-5 kg of stacking pressure, and matching concave and convex profiles let loaded boxes stack in layers inside a delivery vehicle.

Diameter coverage across the standard range (cm)

10
15
20
25
30
36

4 in to 14 in diameter format, mapped to the metric sizes used in tooling drawings.

Where the Range Fits

Birthday and celebration delivery - ribbed bodies protect layered cakes through last-mile routes.

Wedding and event display - clear PET keeps fondant detail and floral work visible under sealed conditions.

Seasonal dessert packaging - color and print run to holiday themes for gift-oriented assortments.

Supermarket and bakery counters - transparent bodies present product detail without staff handling.

Bake sales and portion retail - wedge formats pack slices individually for self-service counters.

Baking classes and DIY - sturdy walls let students carry finished work home without collapse.

Configuration Matrix

Standard cake box families with the material, closure and customization choices normally confirmed before tooling.
Format Typical dessert use Material Closure Customization focus
Round dome box Whole cakes, gateaux, 6-14 in Clear PET or PP Snap dome with locking tabs Diameter, dome height, base plate
Square / rectangular box Sheet cakes, loaf, Swiss roll PET or PP Hinged or two-piece lock lid Corner radius, window size, embossed logo
Wedge / slice box Cake slices, pie, sandwiches PP Airtight snap lid Depth, venting, label panel
Shallow tray with lid Tarts, cupcakes, petit fours PET or PP Rim snap or friction lid Cavity inserts, divider trays

Customization, Tooling and the OEM Workflow

Size, color, logo printing, window geometry, lock type and internal tray matching are all adjustable, and our mold development capability covers new cavity designs when a standard format does not fit the cake. Thin-wall injection molding and thermoforming run on the same site, and in-mold labeling is available when a premium retail finish is required.

  1. Requirement definition - application, dimensions, material and design intent are reviewed for feasibility and cost structure.
  2. Solution confirmation - 2D and 3D drawings, material selection, process specification and quotation.
  3. Sampling - samples from adjusted existing molds or rapid prototypes for fit, appearance and function testing.
  4. Production preparation - material procurement, scheduling and quality planning against the approved sample.
  5. Mass production and delivery - in-process and final inspection, packing, logistics and post-delivery order tracking.

Quality Assurance and Compliance Evidence

Production runs under an integrated quality system covering incoming resin inspection, in-process checks and finished-goods testing, with batch traceability back to the material lot. PanFeng holds BSCI and ICS certification, and our containers are produced to meet food-contact standards such as FDA and LFGB; relevant test reports are provided per batch. Drawings, artwork and brand data supplied for a project are handled under strict confidentiality.

  • Compression checks on lid and body ribs to the confirmed stacking load.
  • Closure tests for snap force, dust sealing and repeat opening without damage to decoration.
  • Dimensional verification against the approved 2D/3D drawing before shipment.
  • Batch records retained for quality tracking after delivery.

Information We Use to Configure Your Solution

Cake diameter, finished height and weight, including layer count and support pillars.

Required transparency, color direction and service temperature - chilled, ambient or warm.

Closure behavior: snap, positive lock, tamper evidence or controlled venting.

Branding method - logo printing, color matching, in-mold labeling or window shape.

Packing preference: nested or pre-assembled, carton count and pallet pattern.

Annual or launch volume, destination market and the compliance documents your market requires.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can PP cake containers be microwaved?

PP withstands up to 120 C, so short low-power reheating works with the lid removed or the snaps loosened. PET containers are for ambient and refrigerated use only and should not be heated above 70 C.

How much weight can the top of a cake box carry?

Our ribbed lid and circular support edge designs target roughly 3-5 kg of top stacking pressure, which supports multi-layer stacking during delivery. Final stacking height is confirmed against the specific box size and load pattern.

Do transparent PET boxes cloud or yellow over time?

Under normal storage, PET keeps high light transmission well. Long exposure to direct sunlight or repeated contact with grease may dull the surface, so we recommend cool, dry storage away from direct sun and cleaning with neutral detergent and a soft cloth. Anti-UV options are available for long-term display.

Can sizes, colors and printing be customized?

Yes. We cover 4 in to 14 in diameters plus special shapes, color matching, logo printing, clear-window geometry, lock type and internal tray design, supported by in-house mold development for new cavity work.

What is the recommended storage for empty cake boxes?

Keep them cool, dry and out of direct sunlight, nest them within the recommended layer count to avoid bottom deformation, and confirm boxes are fully dry before nesting. Periodic spot checks on transparency and lock elasticity keep long-held stock reliable.