Food packaging is one of the largest evolving areas in today’s world. The demand for environmentally friendly, functional and aesthetically pleasing products whilst remaining cost-effective is now the norm and can be a hard balance to fulfil.
What are your options?
Depending on what route you go down, Carters Packaging can help you get the most out of your product and packaging. We offer an ever-growing range of food packaging solutions that cater for all, ranging from large enterprises to the end consumer/user.
We try to focus on flexibility and the larger picture, so if you want fully recyclable, we stock products that can be used again and again. If you are looking for commercially compostable and biodegradable, we stock our very own EcoWare catering section, which includes the Vegware product range and other alternatives to help kick-start your eco-friendly packaging journey.
Our main food packaging goals:
- Reusable and recyclable.
- Compostable or biodegradable.
- Trusted brands and reliable products.
- Fast, easy to use solutions for the busy trader.
- Competitive prices in a fierce market.
Want bespoke printed packaging?
No longer is the packaging sufficient to be adequately functional. Thankfully there is more choice today which enhances the presentation and ultimately the appeal to the consumer, and helps to sell your products. You only have to browse through the categories on our website to see that the packaging can add value to your products and brand, whilst displaying and serving your products in the best fashion, and in most instances being good for the planet. We can supply most products with custom print or bespoke sizes & styles, subject to minimum order quantities, and we have the facility to hold stock of these bespoke goods for your call-off – with the ability to deliver to individual sites should you own more than one outlet. So, whether you are a sole operator or the owner of a chain of shops, we can offer the complete package of a comprehensive range of products, excellent levels of service and competitive pricing. Furthermore, we supply a range of janitorial and hygiene products enabling you to benefit from a single source supply solution!

Fruit Punnets
From £7.10Clear plastic (PET) punnets are perfect for packaging fruit like strawberries, grapes and plums. Economical and safe food packaging solution.
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Ice Cream Tubs & Lids
From £11.95Plastic containers designed for storing various food products in fridges and freezers safely. Ideal for the professional kitchen or household.
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Clear Portion Pots
From £2.20Clear and cloudy portion pots designed for small quantities of sauces such as ketchup.
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Paper Souffle Sauce Pots
From £2.20Small paper containers designed for keeping small amounts of produce in, such as sauces, spreads and so on.
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Pudding Bowls (Red)
From £7.00Red plastic pudding basins perfect for Christmas puds and other occasions.
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Food Pails, Containers, Storage Tubs
From £32.00Pails or plastic food storage tubs are cost-effective and reusable. Store anything in them, come with the option of tamper-evident lids.
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Produce Boxes / Trays
From £22.00Cardboard carry trays with handles commonly used for storing and transporting fresh produce such as fruit and veg.
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Polystyrene Boxes
From £28.11Lightweight polystyrene boxes consisting of both the base and lid. Provides an excellent packaging solution for meats, cheeses and fish.
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Twine - Food Safe
From £6.30This twine is designed for cooking with meats, fish and other food items.
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