17oz Clear PLA Cold Cup with Flat, Straw and Dome Lid Options

17oz Clear PLA Cold Cups with Lid Options

HSQY Plastic Group supplies 17oz clear PLA cold cups for commercial beverage packaging, coffee shops, juice bars, restaurants, catering businesses and takeaway beverage brands. Made from polylactic acid (PLA), a plant-derived bioplastic resin, these transparent cups provide a clear and attractive presentation for cold beverages while offering an alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastic drinkware.

With a capacity of 17oz (approximately 503ml), a 90mm top diameter and a 140mm height, this clear PLA cup is suitable for iced coffee, iced tea, smoothies, fruit juice, milkshakes and cold water. Its transparent body allows customers to see the color, layers and ingredients of their drinks, making it suitable for modern takeaway beverage presentation.

The lightweight PLA structure provides a practical disposable packaging solution for beverage retailers and food service operators. The clear cup design works with compatible flat lids, straw lids and dome lids, providing different serving options for standard cold drinks and beverages with toppings.

HSQY offers PLA cold cups for wholesale purchasing, with options for different sizes, styles and customized logo printing. Matching lid configurations can be discussed according to the cup rim diameter and packaging requirements. These cups are designed for cold beverages rather than hot coffee or other hot drinks.

Product Highlights:

• 17oz (approximately 503ml) capacity

• Clear PLA bioplastic material

• 90mm top diameter

• 55mm bottom diameter

• 140mm cup height

• Transparent design for beverage presentation

• Suitable for iced coffee, iced tea, smoothies and juice

• Flat, straw and dome lid options

• Lightweight disposable beverage packaging

• Customized logo printing available for discussion

• Multiple sizes and styles available

• Wholesale and bulk supply

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Specifications of 17oz Clear PLA Coffee Cups

The HSQY 17oz clear PLA cold cup is designed for commercial beverage packaging. Its transparent appearance and standard 90mm opening provide a practical format for cold drink service and compatible lid selection.

Note: Dimensions are based on the original product specifications. Please confirm lid compatibility, lid material, packing quantity, carton dimensions and other purchasing details before ordering.

Key Features of Clear PLA Cold Cups

Crystal-Clear Transparency for Beverage Presentation

The transparent PLA material provides excellent visibility of the beverage inside the cup. Customers can see the drink color, layers, fruit pieces and other ingredients, making these cups suitable for visually appealing cold beverage presentation.

Clear PLA cups are particularly useful for iced coffee, layered smoothies, fruit juice and specialty cold drinks where product appearance is an important part of the customer experience.

Plant-Derived PLA Material

PLA stands for polylactic acid, a bioplastic that can be manufactured from renewable plant-derived raw materials such as corn starch and sugarcane. It provides an alternative material option for disposable beverage packaging compared with conventional petroleum-based plastics.

The compostability of a finished PLA cup depends on its exact formulation, applicable certification and processing conditions. Buyers requiring certified compostable products should request the relevant product-specific documentation before purchasing.

Lightweight and Practical Construction

PLA cold cups provide lightweight disposable beverage packaging for coffee shops, juice bars, restaurants and takeaway businesses. Their practical design supports beverage preparation, filling, serving and distribution in commercial food service environments.

17oz Capacity for Larger Cold Drinks

With a nominal capacity of 17oz, the cup provides a convenient serving size for iced coffee, iced tea, smoothies, milkshakes and other cold beverages. It is suitable for beverage businesses that need a larger individual serving format.

Compatible Flat, Straw and Dome Lid Options

The 90mm cup opening can be matched with suitable lid designs. Flat lids provide a low-profile closure, straw-compatible lids support takeaway cold drinks, and dome lids provide additional headspace for beverages with toppings or decorative ingredients.

Matching lids should be selected according to the exact cup rim dimensions and required opening design. Please confirm lid fit and material before placing a bulk order.

Custom Logo Printing

Customized logo printing can be discussed for beverage brands, coffee shop chains, juice bars and restaurant groups. Printed cups can help businesses display their brand identity across takeaway beverage packaging and promotional campaigns.

Custom printing requirements, artwork, print colors, production quantities and printing feasibility should be confirmed before production.

Applications of 17oz PLA Clear Cold Cups

HSQY 17oz PLA clear cups are designed for cold beverage packaging across coffee shops, restaurants, juice bars, beverage chains, catering businesses and takeaway food service operations. Their transparent design makes them suitable for different cold drink recipes and beverage presentation styles.

Iced Coffee and Cold Brew

The 17oz capacity is suitable for iced coffee, cold brew, iced lattes and other chilled coffee beverages. The clear cup allows customers to see coffee layers, milk and ice, making it suitable for specialty coffee shops and takeaway beverage brands.

Iced Tea and Fruit Tea

PLA cold cups can be used for iced tea, fruit tea, flavored tea and other chilled tea-based drinks. Their transparent appearance allows customers to see fruit pieces, tea color and other drink ingredients.

Smoothies and Milkshakes

The 17oz cup is suitable for serving smoothies, milkshakes and blended fruit drinks. A compatible dome lid can be considered for beverages with whipped cream, fruit toppings or other decorative ingredients.

Fresh Juice and Cold Water

Clear PLA cups can also be used for fruit juice, lemonade, flavored water and other chilled refreshments in juice bars, restaurants, hotels and takeaway beverage outlets.

Restaurants, Cafes and Takeaway Beverage Chains

Restaurants, coffee shops, food service distributors and beverage chains can use PLA cups as part of their cold drink packaging programs. The clear design and matching lid options provide flexibility for different beverage menus and takeaway requirements.

Flat Lids, Straw Lids and Dome Lids for PLA Cups

Choosing a suitable lid is important for cold beverage packaging. HSQY PLA cups are described as compatible with flat, straw and dome lid styles. The final lid selection should match the 90mm cup opening and the intended beverage application.

Flat Lids for Standard Cold Drinks

Flat lids provide a low-profile closure for iced coffee, iced tea, juice and other standard cold drinks. Depending on the lid design, an opening may be available for drinking or straw insertion.

Straw-Compatible Lids

Straw-compatible lids are suitable for takeaway smoothies, iced tea, fruit drinks and other cold beverages. The opening design should be selected according to the straw diameter and drinking requirements.

Dome Lids for Toppings and Specialty Drinks

Dome lids provide additional space above the cup rim for drinks with toppings, whipped cream, fruit pieces and other decorative ingredients. They are commonly used by smoothie shops, dessert beverage businesses and specialty drink retailers.

Confirming Cup and Lid Compatibility

The listed top diameter of the HSQY cup is 90mm. Buyers should confirm the exact rim profile, lid dimensions, closure fit and lid material before ordering. Cup and lid samples can be evaluated together to verify compatibility for the intended application.

PLA Cold Cups vs Conventional Plastic Cold Cups

PLA and conventional plastic cups are different material options for disposable cold beverage packaging. Buyers can compare material origin, appearance, intended use, certification requirements and local end-of-life processing facilities when selecting a cup for their beverage business.

The appropriate material depends on the intended beverage application, local packaging regulations, purchasing requirements and available waste management infrastructure. Compostability should always be verified against the exact finished product and its certification documents.

Compostability and Disposal of PLA Cold Cups

PLA is a plant-derived bioplastic that can be designed for composting under suitable controlled conditions. However, the fact that a cup is made from PLA does not automatically establish that the finished product is certified compostable under every standard or in every disposal environment.

Industrial composting facilities operate under controlled temperature, moisture and biological conditions. These conditions differ from home composting and natural outdoor environments. PLA cups should not be assumed to break down quickly in ordinary soil, rivers or oceans.

For buyers who require certified compostable beverage packaging, relevant standards may include ASTM D6400 and EN 13432. Please request the applicable certification documents for the exact cup and lid configuration before making product claims or specifying disposal instructions.

End-of-life disposal should follow local waste management regulations and the acceptance requirements of available commercial composting facilities.

Wholesale PLA Cold Cups and Custom Logo Printing

HSQY supplies clear PLA cold cups to beverage packaging importers, coffee shop chains, juice bars, restaurants, catering companies, food service distributors and wholesale packaging buyers.

The 17oz cup is suitable for businesses seeking transparent disposable cups for cold beverages. Different sizes, cup styles and logo printing options can be discussed according to purchasing quantities and production requirements.

Custom Printed PLA Cups

Custom logo printing can help coffee shops, juice brands and beverage chains create consistent branded takeaway packaging. Buyers can provide their artwork, logo files, preferred printing colors and design requirements for production evaluation.

Matching Lids and Beverage Packaging Sets

Buyers can discuss flat lids, straw-compatible lids and dome lids for the 90mm cup opening. The cup and lid should be confirmed as a compatible set before mass production or bulk purchasing. Please also confirm whether lids are included in the quotation or supplied separately.

Bulk Supply and Packaging Requirements

For wholesale orders, buyers should confirm cups per sleeve, sleeves per carton, total pieces per carton, carton dimensions, gross weight and pallet loading quantities. These details are important for calculating international shipping costs and warehouse requirements.

Information Required for a Wholesale Quotation

• Required cup capacity: 17oz or other sizes

• Required top diameter and cup dimensions

• Estimated purchasing quantity

• Clear cup or customized printing requirements

• Logo artwork and printing colors

• Flat, straw or dome lid requirements

• Whether lids should be included in the order

• Required compostability certifications

• Pieces per sleeve and carton packing requirements

• Destination country and shipping terms

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Storage and Usage Recommendations for PLA Cups

PLA cold cups should be stored in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Appropriate storage helps maintain product condition during warehousing and distribution.

These cups are intended for cold beverages such as iced coffee, iced tea, smoothies and juice. They should not be used for hot coffee, boiling liquids, microwave heating or oven applications.

For large-scale beverage service, buyers should evaluate cup performance with their actual beverage formulations, filling procedures, lid configurations and transportation conditions before placing regular orders.

Frequently Asked Questions About PLA Cold Cups

1. What is a PLA cold cup made of?

PLA cold cups are made from polylactic acid, a bioplastic that can be produced from renewable plant-derived raw materials such as corn starch and sugarcane. PLA is used for disposable cold beverage packaging and transparent drink cups.

2. What is the capacity of the HSQY PLA coffee cup?

The listed capacity is 17oz, approximately 503ml. This size is suitable for larger individual servings of iced coffee, iced tea, smoothies, juice and other cold beverages.

3. What are the dimensions of the 17oz PLA cup?

The listed cup dimensions are 140mm in height, 55mm in bottom diameter and 90mm in top diameter. The 90mm opening is an important measurement when selecting compatible lids.

4. What beverages can be served in PLA cold cups?

PLA cold cups are suitable for iced coffee, cold brew, iced tea, smoothies, fruit juice, milkshakes, lemonade and cold water. They are designed for cold beverage applications rather than hot drinks.

5. Can PLA cups be used for hot coffee?

No. This product is designed for cold beverages. PLA has limited heat resistance compared with some conventional food packaging plastics, so hot coffee, boiling liquids and other high-temperature applications should be avoided.

6. What types of lids are available for PLA cold cups?

The listed lid options include flat lids, straw-compatible lids and dome lids. The appropriate style depends on the beverage, drinking method and required presentation. Please confirm the exact lid dimensions and compatibility with the 90mm cup opening.

7. Are the lids included with the PLA cups?

Matching lid options are available for discussion. Whether lids are included in a specific order or supplied separately should be confirmed when requesting a quotation.

8. Can PLA cups be used for smoothies and drinks with toppings?

Yes. The 17oz capacity is suitable for smoothies and other cold beverages. A compatible dome lid can be considered when additional space is required for whipped cream, fruit pieces or other toppings.

9. Are PLA cups compostable?

PLA can be designed for composting under suitable controlled conditions. However, compostability certification depends on the exact finished product and applicable standards. Buyers should request product-specific documentation before treating a cup as certified compostable.

10. Can PLA cups be composted at home?

Most commercially compostable PLA cups are designed for controlled industrial composting rather than ordinary home composting. PLA should not be assumed to break down quickly in household compost, soil or natural outdoor environments.

11. What compostability standards should buyers look for?

Common standards include ASTM D6400 for compostable plastics and EN 13432 for packaging recoverable through composting and biodegradation. Buyers should confirm that the actual cup and lid materials are covered by the relevant certification.

12. Can HSQY print a company logo on PLA cups?

Custom logo printing is available for discussion. Buyers can provide their logo artwork, preferred printing colors and design requirements for production evaluation. Printing feasibility and order quantities should be confirmed before production.

13. Are different PLA cup sizes available?

Yes. HSQY lists multiple PLA cup sizes and styles. Buyers can discuss different capacities, rim diameters and matching lid configurations according to their beverage packaging requirements.

14. How should PLA cups be stored?

PLA cups should be stored in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Proper storage helps maintain cup condition before filling and distribution. Specific storage conditions should be confirmed with the manufacturer.

15. Can the PLA cup and lid be ordered as a complete set?

Cup and lid combinations can be discussed as a complete beverage packaging solution. Buyers should specify the required lid style, cup opening diameter, lid material and whether the components need to be packed together or separately.

16. What information is required for a wholesale PLA cup quotation?

Please provide the required cup capacity, rim diameter, estimated order quantity, lid style, logo printing requirements and destination country. If compostability certification is required, specify the applicable standard and documentation requirements.

About HSQY Plastic Group

Changzhou Huisu Qinye Plastic Group Co., Ltd. (HSQY PLASTIC) has more than 20 years of experience in supplying plastic sheets, films, food trays, containers and other packaging materials to international industrial and commercial customers.

HSQY serves food packaging distributors, importers, wholesalers, restaurants, beverage businesses and commercial food service companies. Its packaging product range includes PLA cups, PET cups, PET food containers, CPET trays, PP food containers and other food packaging materials.

For 17oz clear PLA cold cups and matching lids, please provide your required quantity, lid style, logo printing requirements and destination country. Our team can assist with product specifications and wholesale quotation arrangements.

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