XPS foam
food trays

An XPS foam food tray is made from extruded polystyrene foam. HSQY’s range is designed for fresh-food packaging, typically with stretch-film overwrap.

XPS stands for extruded polystyrene. A foamed polystyrene sheet is extruded and then formed into the finished tray.

XPS trays are formed from extruded foam sheet. EPS, or expanded polystyrene, is typically made by molding expanded beads. Specify the material and manufacturing method when comparing quotes.

Common uses include fresh meat, poultry, fish, seafood, fruit, vegetables and selected bakery items. Match the tray and wrap to the food weight, moisture and storage conditions.

Yes. Use a tray sized for the cut and load, and trial it with your stretch overwrap. For cuts that release liquid, evaluate a separate absorbent pad.

Yes, for suitable chilled fish and seafood packs. Choose a footprint that supports the product and validate the wrap and any pad under actual storage and handling conditions.

Yes. Rectangular, square and round trays can support selected produce packs. Check that the rim and film suit the product’s shape and that the pack performs at the intended storage temperature.

HSQY lists six rectangular XPS tray footprints at 25 mm nominal depth. The white square series has approximate side lengths of 140, 160 and 180 mm, corresponding to the listed 5.5, 6.3 and 7.1 in sizes. The white round series is listed in 5, 7 and 9 in sizes. Compare all eight tray listings.

Yes. HSQY lists a 200 × 130 × 25 mm black XPS foam meat tray. Ask for a sample to check color and fit against your existing pack.

HSQY can review custom footprints, depths and colors against tooling, intended use and order volume. Share a drawing or reference tray and ask for the model-specific minimum order and lead time.

Yes. Stretch-film overwrap is a common configuration. Check flange geometry, wrap tension and film width on the actual hand-wrap or automatic line.

Yes. A separate food-packaging pad can sit inside a standard tray. Select pad capacity for the product, expected purge and storage duration, then test it in the complete pack.

Standard XPS trays provide the base of the pack. Liquid management typically comes from a separate pad or an integrated absorbent construction specified for the project.

Standard HSQY XPS fresh-food trays are for fresh or chilled packaging. Transfer the food to a microwave-rated container before reheating.

Use packaging validated for the oven temperature and cooking cycle, such as an appropriate CPET tray. Standard XPS fresh-food trays are intended for fresh or chilled packaging.

Specify the filling temperature and holding time for hot takeaway. Ask about a qualified PP or XPP format for the intended service conditions.

Ask for documentation for the exact tray, formulation and color. Specify the food type, direct-contact conditions, storage temperature and destination market so the supplier can check what applies.

Polystyrene foam can be processed in suitable recycling systems. Collection and acceptance depend on the local program, food residue and whether components such as pads, film and labels can be separated.

Restrictions vary by jurisdiction and product use. Confirm the current rules for the destination and intended application before ordering, including whether the rules treat retail fresh-food trays and foodservice containers differently.

XPS is lightweight and commonly used with stretch overwrap. PET is a rigid option when visibility or a specified sealing system matters. Select the exact grade for your film, line, storage and destination market.

XPS is extruded polystyrene foam, used here for fresh-food trays. XPP is extruded polypropylene foam. Evaluate the exact XPP grade and format if hot food or reheating is part of the application.

Send the nominal size or reference tray, color, food and load, wrap method, storage conditions, pad requirements, trial and repeat quantities, destination market and port. Request carton count, outer carton size, MOQ and lead time for the selected model.

HSQY lists a minimum order of 30,000 pieces for the white square XPS tray series and the 195 × 135 × 25 mm white rectangular tray. Confirm the MOQ for the selected model, color and any custom tooling. White square tray specifications and 195 × 135 × 25 mm tray specifications.

Send HSQY the tray size and color, food type, packed weight and wrap method. For automatic wrapping, test stack feeding, tray separation and rim behavior under film tension. For meat or seafood, also check pad fit and liquid control through the intended chilled storage period. Request a sample from HSQY.

Ask for pieces per carton, outer carton dimensions, gross carton weight and the proposed number of cartons and trays per shipment. Compare landed cost per tray using the same delivered quantity and destination. Carton volume can materially affect freight for lightweight foam trays.