Custom Food Tray Sleeves
From $0.36/unitThat's the price at 5,000+ units. Orders start at 100 units, from $1.50/unit - see the quantity prices below.
A printed card sleeve that slides over a ready-meal or food tray to carry your branding and labeling.
- Made to your exact size - no stock sizes
- Free dieline templates and a digital proof before we print
- Shipping included - delivered in about 2 weeks
- Prints like your approved proof, or we replace or refund it
Customize your order
We'll make your sleeve 7.1 x 5.1 x 2 in (clearance added). Not sure of your size? Use the measuring guide or request a quote without it.
Not sure about sizes or finishes? Call +1-312-910-5253 and we'll help.
- Order size
- Low minimums
- Delivery
- About 2 weeks
- Shipping
- Included
- Free proof
- Every order
About food tray sleeves
The tray and its film lid handle food contact, and the sleeve carries the branding, so you can use one plain tray across your whole range and change only the sleeve per recipe. This is different from our Tray & Sleeve Boxes, where the tray itself is paperboard.
A food tray sleeve is a printed card sleeve that slides over a ready-meal or takeaway tray. The tray can stay a plain, low-cost one, while the sleeve carries the brand, product name, ingredients, cooking instructions and barcode.
Producers of ready meals, salads, deli items and meal kits use them because the sleeve is the part customers read and the part that makes the product look finished. Measure the outside of the tray including its rim so the sleeve slides on snugly. The sleeve sits around the tray, so it doesn't touch the food.
Specifications
| Material | Kraft, SBS / C1S, Recycled Board, Corrugated (E/F-Flute) |
|---|---|
| Sleeve Style | Slide-on, with optional glued seam or locking tab |
| Supply Format | Flat, pre-glued, or with adhesive strip |
| Assembly | Minimal - folds or slides into shape |
| Printing | Offset lithography, CMYK or Pantone (PMS) |
| Print Coverage | Outside only, or outside and inside |
| Finishing Options | Foil Stamping, Embossing / Debossing, Spot UV, Soft-Touch |
| Custom Die-Cut | Available |
| Dieline & Design Support | Available on request, free of charge |
How to measure for food tray sleeves
- Measure the tray across its rim or flange, since that's usually its widest point.
- Allow for a film lid or domed lid when you set the height.
Need a flat template for this size? Make a free dieline. Full step-by-step instructions: How to Measure a Packaging Sleeve.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a food tray sleeve?
A printed card sleeve that slides over a ready-meal or food tray. It carries your brand, ingredients, cooking instructions and barcode, so you can use a plain tray underneath.
Can a sleeve fit a tray like a plastic or foil ready-meal tray?
Yes. Measure the outside length, width and height of the tray including the rim, and we'll size the sleeve to slide on snugly.
Does the sleeve touch the food?
No. The sleeve sits around the tray, not on the food. If the pack goes in a microwave or oven, tell us in your quote request and we'll advise on the board.
Can I print nutrition information and barcodes?
Yes. Any text, nutrition panel, QR code or barcode can be printed on the sleeve as part of your artwork.
What's the minimum order quantity for food tray sleeves?
The minimum order is 100 units. Pricing improves at higher quantities, with per-unit cost dropping substantially by 1,000 and 5,000 units.
How much do custom food tray sleeves cost?
Around $1.50 per unit at 100 units, dropping to around $0.36 at 5,000 units, for a single-color print on standard board before any finishes. Use the price calculator on this page for an estimate matched to your size, material, and finish.
What are food tray sleeves typically used for?
Common uses include Ready meals, Sushi and salad trays, Meal-prep and deli. If your product doesn't fit one of these categories, our team can still recommend the right style for it.
Do you provide design or dieline support?
Yes - dieline templates and basic design support are included free with your order. You don't need finished artwork to request a quote.
Related sleeve styles
Ready to order food tray sleeves?
Get a firm price and turnaround from our team - no artwork required to start.
Or call +1-312-910-5253
Helpful guides
- Which Packaging Sleeve Style Is Right for Your Product?A plain guide to choosing between belly bands, box sleeves, window sleeves, tray sleeves and more, based on what you sell and how you sell it.
- How to Measure a Packaging SleeveStep-by-step instructions for measuring the length, width and height of your product for a custom sleeve, with clearance tips.
- How Much Do Custom Packaging Sleeves Cost?Real per-unit prices for custom sleeves, what makes the price go up or down, and simple ways to lower your cost without hurting the look.
