Packaging does more than simply transport food — it shapes your customer’s experience and reinforces your brand.
As a packaging professional at Pakoro, I’ve seen how a well‑designed take‑away box can delight diners and protect your product.
In this guide you’ll discover the ten manufacturers that stand out in 2026, beginning with our own company.
Each section explains what makes the manufacturer unique and how their products can serve your business.
1 Pakoro
Whether you run a café or a franchise, you can order as few as 500 units and still enjoy limitless customization – from soft‑touch or anti‑scratch laminations to foil stamping and custom shapes.
Our team offers quick quotations, a low minimum order quantity and competitive pricing, so you don’t have to commit to huge inventory.
Premium materials and scalable production mean your boxes stay strong and look high‑end while still being affordable.
We maintain strict quality assurance and provide a dedicated support representative for every project.
If you’re ready to elevate your packaging, reach out to us via our contact page — we’re excited to collaborate.
2 WestRock Company (Fold‑Pak)
WestRock’s Fold‑Pak brand offers sturdy to‑go containers made from solid bleached sulphate (SBS) paperboard coated with a moisture‑ and grease‑resistant layer.
Their one‑piece design requires no assembly and features locking tabs or handles, making them easy to close and carry.
Because the containers vent steam while retaining heat, they keep hot meals hot without sogginess.
The Fold‑Pak Earth line uses 100 % recycled paperboard, is certified by the Green Restaurant Association and remains leak resistant.
Sizes range from small snack pails to large family boxes, and custom printing is available, so you can choose the format that suits your menu.
3 Graphic Packaging International (GPI)
GPI supplies a broad portfolio of take‑out containers made from bleached paperboard with a grease‑resistant barrier.
Rectangular boxes feature locking tabs, barns have convenient gable handles and pails include locking hooks.
The packaging ships and stores flat and is easy to assemble, which reduces back‑of‑house clutter and freight costs.
Because the containers work for both hot and cold foods and can be custom printed, they help you create a consistent, professional image across all your take‑out offerings.
4 Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv’s OneBox® series simplifies takeout operations.
These pre‑assembled paperboard boxes close quickly with a front‑latch and feature a patented SmartVent™ system that releases steam to keep fried foods crispy.
The tear‑away lid turns into a plate for convenient eating, and a leak‑resistant coating prevents sauces and liquids from soaking through.
In the PFAS‑free EarthChoice® version, the boxes are made from 100 % recycled paperboard, are FSC®‑certified and meet ASTM D6868 compostability standards.
These qualities make OneBox both eco‑friendly and practical.
5 Day Young Industrial Co., Ltd.
Based in Taiwan, Day Young has manufactured food service packaging since 1996.
Their take‑away boxes come with ISO 9001:2008, FDA, FSC and SGS certifications, ensuring food safety and consistent quality.
The company offers professional OEM/ODM services, letting you tailor sizes, colors, materials and printed patterns.
Materials range from biodegradable cardboard to durable plastics and compostable options.
With clients across North and South America, Europe and Asia, Day Young’s experience and global reach make them a reliable partner for customised food‑service packaging.
6 Pratt Industries
Pratt Industries specialises in corrugated packaging and operates dedicated production lines for food‑safe pizza boxes.
Its pizza packaging uses D‑flute construction, which reduces storage space and delivers sharper print quality.
The boxes meet FDA requirements for food contact, are wrapped for protection and undergo weekly testing in every plant.
New equipment allows Pratt to produce sharp die cuts and high‑graphic prints.
The company’s patented “green pizza box” reduces waste and dishwashing, and all boxes are made from 100 % recycled paperboard, reinforcing your sustainable image.
7 Sabert Corporation
Sabert’s Twist & Crispy™ containers solve a common takeout problem: soggy fried food.
Independent lab testing showed that these containers keep fried items crispy for over 40 minutes, about 20 % longer than competing packaging.
A dual‑locking lid lets you choose between a vented position for airflow or a sealed position that prevents spills.
With one twist the container transforms between modes, consolidating SKUs and streamlining your inventory.
The textured base elevates food to improve crispness, and the containers are stackable, spill‑proof, microwaveable and heat‑lamp safe up to 220 °F.
Made in the USA, they come in multiple sizes to fit your menu.
8 BioPak
BioPak produces takeaway containers made from sugarcane bagasse, a renewable by‑product of the sugar industry.
These containers are strong, moisture‑resistant and available in numerous shapes and sizes.
Because they are biodegradable and compostable, they break down naturally and reduce waste.
Lids are also made from eco‑friendly materials, and the entire production process is designed to minimise greenhouse‑gas emissions and ethical impacts.
If your business values sustainability, BioPak’s containers make it easy to align your packaging with your environmental commitments.
9 YoonPak
YoonPak is a paper packaging specialist with over 25 years’ experience.
Their bespoke take‑away cartons are fully biodegradable, microwave‑safe and engineered to be grease‑resistant and leak‑proof.
The company designs, manufactures and supplies customised boxes — from trapezoidal cartons with locking flaps to takeaway boxes with grips for lunch catering.
Product lines include burger boxes, snack boxes, pizza boxes, bakery boxes, lunch/bento boxes, salad boxes, hot‑dog boxes and Chinese takeout containers; each style is sturdy, stackable and vented to maintain crispness.
YoonPak’s representatives work one‑on‑one with you to find the perfect container and can integrate your entire packaging program to maintain brand consistency and reduce logistics costs.
10 Sonoco Products Company
While Sonoco is best known for rigid paper containers rather than take‑out clamshells, their all‑paper cans deserve mention.
These durable, all‑paper containers are made with 100 % recycled fiber and are designed to be environmentally responsible.
The new paper‑bottom can is available in multiple sizes, from portion packs to larger volumes, and offers custom labeling options for dynamic shelf appeal.
Advanced barrier coatings inside the can keep oxygen and moisture out, preserving freshness.
Multiple layers of recycled paperboard give the container rigidity and allow it to withstand stacking and handling.
Sonoco’s packaging is easily recyclable, making it a sustainable choice for dry goods and snacks.
Quick Comparison Table
| Manufacturer | Notable strengths | Sustainability/Materials |
|---|---|---|
| Pakoro | Low minimum order, unlimited customization, premium finishes | Uses recyclable and biodegradable materials |
| WestRock (Fold‑Pak) | Moisture‑/grease‑resistant SBS board, one‑piece design | Fold‑Pak Earth uses 100 % recycled paperboard |
| GPI | Locking tabs, gable handles and pails; flat shipping | Paperboard with grease‑resistant barrier |
| Pactiv Evergreen | SmartVent system, tear‑away lid, pre‑assembled | PFAS‑free recycled paperboard; FSC‑certified |
| Day Young | ISO/FDA/FSC/SGS certified; extensive OEM/ODM options | Offers cardboard, plastic and compostable materials |
| Pratt Industries | Dedicated pizza‑box lines; D‑flute for compact storage | 100 % recycled paperboard |
| Sabert | Twist & Crispy dual‑lock lids; keeps fried foods crispy | Containers are reusable, microwaveable and heat‑lamp safe |
| BioPak | Sugarcane bagasse containers in many sizes | Compostable and biodegradable |
| YoonPak | Wide range of bespoke boxes; personal consultation | Biodegradable, grease‑resistant and leak‑proof |
| Sonoco | All‑paper cans with barrier coatings for dry goods | Made from 100 % recycled fiber |
Conclusion
Great packaging enhances your food’s appeal and safeguards your brand.
When choosing a take‑away box supplier, think about how the materials align with your sustainability goals, whether the designs match your menu and how much flexibility you need in printing and order quantities.
The manufacturers above offer a range of solutions, from Pakoro’s fully bespoke boxes to Sabert’s ingenious dual‑locking lids and BioPak’s compostable sugarcane containers.
With the right partner, you can serve delicious meals with packaging that looks great, performs well and tells your brand’s story.
Ready to get started? Visit Pakoro’s contact page and let’s design the perfect take‑away
