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1 Compartment CPET Trays for Ready Meal Packaging

Hi-Tray manufactures and supplies 1 compartment CPET trays for ready meals, frozen foods, airline catering, institutional meals, takeaway food, bakery products and prepared food packaging. A single cavity provides an open presentation area for complete meals, pasta, rice, meat, vegetables, curries, casseroles, desserts and other products that do not require separated compartments.

Made from crystallized polyethylene terephthalate, these single compartment CPET food trays combine heat resistance, low-temperature stability and reliable dimensional strength. They can support freezer storage, chilled distribution, microwave reheating and conventional oven heating within the specified temperature limits of each tray model.

Our current range includes rectangular, square, round and oval CPET trays in multiple capacities, depths and colors. Standard products are available for buyers that need an existing mold, while custom tray development is available for projects requiring a specific size, capacity, weight, color, sealing rim or packaging format.

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Key Benefits of Single Compartment CPET Trays

Feature	Buyer Benefit	Typical Applications
Dual-ovenable performance	Suitable models can be used for microwave reheating and conventional oven heating without transferring the food to another container.	Ready meals, frozen entrées, airline meals and institutional catering
Freezer-to-oven capability	Supports frozen storage, cold-chain distribution and subsequent reheating in the same package.	Frozen meals, meal-prep products and long-distance food distribution
Single open cavity	Provides flexible filling space for products that do not need separate food sections.	Pasta, rice meals, curries, meat dishes, casseroles and bakery products
Sealable rim design	Compatible models can be heat sealed with suitable lidding films for improved hygiene, transport protection and tamper evidence.	Retail-ready meals, central kitchens and automated packing lines
Multiple shapes and capacities	Buyers can select a tray based on portion size, filling volume, shelf space and sealing equipment.	Individual meals, family portions, side dishes, desserts and baked foods
Custom manufacturing	Size, depth, capacity, color, material weight, rim design and packaging can be developed for specific projects.	Food factories, private-label brands, distributors and contract packers

How to Select the Right 1 Cavity CPET Tray

Selecting the correct single compartment CPET tray involves more than matching the nominal capacity. Buyers should evaluate the external dimensions, internal usable dimensions, tray depth, brimful capacity, recommended filling volume, product weight, sealing flange, stack height and compatibility with existing filling and sealing equipment.

Selection Factor	Questions to Confirm	Recommended Information
Capacity	What is the actual food portion and required headspace?	Food weight, filling volume and required air space
External dimensions	Must the tray fit a specific carton, shelf, trolley or sealing machine?	Maximum length, width and height
Temperature	Will the product be chilled, frozen, microwaved or oven heated?	Minimum storage temperature and maximum heating temperature
Sealing method	Will the tray use lidding film, foil, a snap-on lid or another closure?	Film structure, sealing temperature and tray sealer specifications
Food characteristics	Does the product contain oil, sauce, moisture, acid or sharp ingredients?	Food composition, shelf-life target and leakage requirements
Packing line	Will trays be manually separated or automatically denested?	Line speed, denester type and packing method

Available Shapes, Capacities and Colors

Hi-Tray offers single cavity CPET trays in small individual portions, standard ready-meal sizes and larger family or catering formats. The current product range includes capacities from approximately 5 oz to more than 100 oz, although exact usable capacity depends on the tray dimensions, depth, rim profile and recommended filling level.

Product Format	Common Uses	Available Options
Rectangular CPET trays	Ready meals, pasta, rice, meat dishes, frozen meals and airline catering	Multiple lengths, widths, depths, capacities and colors
Square CPET trays	Individual portions, premium prepared meals, desserts and side dishes	Compact footprints and different tray depths
Round CPET trays	Pies, desserts, bakery products, soups, side dishes and portion meals	Small cups, shallow trays and deeper bowl-style formats
Oval CPET trays	Premium entrées, meat dishes, side dishes and retail-ready meals	Different capacities, depths and presentation styles
Colored CPET trays	Private-label products, premium meals and differentiated retail packaging	Black, white, natural and selected custom color options

Buyers that need divided meal sections can also review our 2 cavity CPET trays and 3 cavity CPET trays. For specialized projects, explore our airline CPET trays, baking CPET trays and ready meal CPET trays.

Temperature Performance and Heating Methods

CPET trays are commonly selected for applications that require both low-temperature storage and high-temperature reheating. Hi-Tray CPET products are designed for a broad temperature range of approximately -40°C to 220°C, subject to the specifications of the selected model and the actual food-heating conditions.

Microwave and oven performance can be affected by the heating temperature, heating time, food composition, filling weight, contact with heating elements and whether the tray is empty or partially filled. The final heating instructions should therefore be validated using the actual tray, food product, lidding material and consumer preparation method.

Process	CPET Suitability	Validation Required
Frozen storage	Suitable for specified frozen-food applications	Drop resistance, stacking load and storage duration
Microwave reheating	Suitable when used according to validated heating instructions	Wattage, heating time, food type and film-removal instructions
Conventional oven	Suitable within the tray model's specified temperature and time limits	Oven temperature, heating duration and distance from heating elements
Hot filling	Available for suitable food-filling processes	Filling temperature, food weight, cooling process and tray rigidity

Sealing Film and Tray Sealing Compatibility

Single compartment CPET trays can be designed with a consistent sealing flange for use with compatible lidding films and tray sealing machines. A correctly matched sealing system helps protect the product against leakage, contamination and handling damage while providing a professional retail presentation.

Sealing performance depends on the CPET tray rim, lidding film structure, sealing layer, sealing temperature, dwell time, pressure and condition of the sealing tool. Easy-peel, anti-fog and higher-barrier film options may be available depending on the food product, shelf-life requirement and heating method.

Before placing a bulk order, buyers should test the selected tray and film on the actual sealing equipment. Please provide the tray sealer model, sealing tool dimensions, film specifications, target line speed and required peel strength when requesting a complete tray-and-film solution.

Applications for 1 Compartment CPET Food Trays

Application	Typical Products	Packaging Requirements
Frozen ready meals	Pasta, rice meals, curries, meat dishes and casseroles	Freezer stability, strong seals and validated reheating instructions
Chilled prepared meals	Fresh entrées, meal-prep dishes and refrigerated convenience foods	Reliable sealing, attractive appearance and suitable shelf-life protection
Airline and railway catering	Individual hot meals, side dishes and premium catering portions	Controlled dimensions, stacking efficiency and oven compatibility
Institutional catering	School meals, hospital meals, senior meals and central-kitchen products	Portion consistency, secure sealing and efficient distribution
Bakery and desserts	Cakes, pies, puddings, baked desserts and pastry products	Heat resistance, release performance and shape stability

Custom Single Compartment CPET Tray Manufacturing

Existing tray molds are generally the most economical option because they reduce tooling cost and shorten the product-development process. If no standard model fits the application, Hi-Tray can evaluate a custom CPET tray based on the buyer's food portion, external dimensions, cavity depth, sealing requirements, heating method and packaging line.

Custom Item	Available Development Options
Size and capacity	External dimensions, internal dimensions, cavity depth, filling volume and headspace
Material weight	Tray thickness and weight adjusted according to rigidity, temperature and stacking requirements
Color	Standard black, white and natural options, with selected custom colors subject to quantity
Sealing flange	Rim dimensions and sealing surface developed for the required film and sealing tool
Branding	Embossed identification, labels, printed lidding film and customized outer packaging
Packing method	Units per carton, carton dimensions, pallet configuration and export packaging

Information Required for an Accurate Quotation

To receive an accurate quotation, please provide as much of the following information as possible:

Required tray dimensions or preferred Hi-Tray model number.
Food type, filling weight and required tray capacity.
Required color, tray weight and material specifications.
Frozen, chilled, microwave, oven or hot-fill conditions.
Required lidding film, peel performance and barrier level.
Tray sealing machine model and sealing tool dimensions.
Estimated annual quantity and quantity per order.
Required certifications, testing documents and destination country.
Preferred delivery terms, destination port and required delivery date.

The typical minimum order quantity for standard CPET tray models is approximately 50,000 pieces. The final MOQ may vary according to the model, color, tray weight, material formulation, carton configuration and customization requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1 Compartment CPET Trays

What is a 1 compartment CPET tray?

A 1 compartment CPET tray, also called a single cavity or single compartment CPET tray, has one open food-holding area without internal dividers. It is suitable for complete meals and products that do not require separation between ingredients.

Are single compartment CPET trays oven safe?

Suitable CPET tray models can be used in conventional ovens within their specified temperature and heating-time limits. Hi-Tray CPET products are generally designed for temperatures up to approximately 220°C, but the actual tray and food application must be tested before commercial use.

Can CPET trays be used in a microwave?

Yes. CPET is commonly used for microwaveable ready-meal trays. Heating time, microwave power, food composition, tray filling level and lidding-film instructions should be validated for the finished packaged product.

Can CPET trays go directly from the freezer to the oven?

CPET is frequently selected for freezer-to-oven applications because it maintains useful performance across a wide temperature range. The complete package should still be tested under the actual freezing, transport, thawing and heating conditions.

What sizes of 1 cavity CPET trays are available?

Hi-Tray offers multiple rectangular, square, round and oval single cavity trays. The current collection includes small portion trays, standard ready-meal formats and large catering trays. Contact us with the required dimensions and filling volume so that we can recommend the closest existing model.

What colors are available?

Common options include black, white and natural CPET. Selected blue and other colored trays may also be available. Custom colors normally require a higher production quantity and color approval before mass production.

Can CPET trays be sealed with lidding film?

Yes. CPET trays with a suitable sealing flange can be sealed with compatible lidding films. Film structure, sealing temperature, pressure, dwell time and sealing-tool design must be matched to the selected tray.

Are easy-peel and anti-fog lidding films available?

Easy-peel, anti-fog and higher-barrier sealing-film options can be evaluated according to the food product, shelf-life target, heating requirements and tray-sealing equipment. Samples should be tested before confirming mass production.

What is the MOQ for single compartment CPET trays?

The typical MOQ for a standard model is approximately 50,000 pieces. The final quantity depends on the selected tray, color, material weight, packaging method and whether customization is required.

Can Hi-Tray manufacture a custom CPET tray?

Yes. Custom molds can be evaluated when an existing tray does not meet the required dimensions, capacity, depth, sealing rim or packing-line requirements. Buyers should provide a drawing, physical sample or complete technical specification.

Can I request samples before placing a bulk order?

Yes. Samples of suitable existing models can be requested for dimensional checking, food filling, freezing, heating and sealing tests. Sample availability and shipping costs depend on the selected model and destination.

Is CPET recyclable?

CPET belongs to the PET material family. Actual recycling acceptance depends on the collection and sorting infrastructure in the destination market. Buyers should confirm local packaging and recycling requirements before making environmental claims on finished products.