73mm Lids for Sauce Pots and Hot Cups - Paper and PP Options

Foodservice operations using 73mm cups for sauces, condiments, hot beverages, and portion-controlled servings require compatible lid solutions that provide secure sealing, temperature versatility, and reliable performance across varied applications. This 73mm lid range delivers choice between paper options (kraft and white) with PE lining for standard applications, and heavy-duty PP specification engineered for superior fitment and robust performance under demanding delivery conditions including bumpy transportation and extreme temperatures.

Product Specifications

Diameter Specification:

73mm diameter engineered for precise fitment with compatible 73mm cup bases. Universal diameter specification across paper and PP options simplifies inventory management.

Material Options:

Available in three material specifications to suit varied operational requirements:

• Kraft Paper Lid (SKU: CD8529): Natural kraft finish with PE lining. Suitable for hot and cold applications. Non-vented design. Compatible with CD8527A and CD8527B cup bases.
• White Paper Lid (SKU: CD8530): Clean white finish with PE lining. Suitable for hot and cold applications. Non-vented design. Compatible with CD8528A and CD8528B cup bases.
• PP Plastic Lid (SKU: CD8531): Heavy-duty polypropylene construction. Vented design. Suitable for hot and cold applications. Universal compatibility with CD8527A, CD8527B, CD8528A, and CD8528B cup bases. Offers most robust solution on UK market with super reliable fitment.

Temperature Performance:

All lid options suitable for both hot and cold applications. Performance may vary based on foodstuff types, temperature exposure, and thawing conditions—in-house suitability testing recommended for specific operational requirements.

Venting Options:

PP lid features vented design for steam release and pressure management. Paper lids non-vented for secure containment.

Regulatory Compliance:

Adheres to food contact regulations established by the European Union, ensuring safety for direct food and beverage contact applications.

Environmental Status:

Not commercially compostable. Recyclable where appropriate facilities exist—paper lids require specialist paper cup recycling infrastructure; PP lids require PP recycling facilities.

Case Quantity:

1,000 lids per carton across all material options, providing substantial inventory depth for high-volume operations.

Compatibility Reference:

Compatible products widget available for direct navigation to correct fitting cup bases. Bases and cups sold separately.

Operational Advantages

• Material Choice Flexibility - Three lid options enable specification matching to operational priorities: kraft for natural aesthetic, white for clean presentation, or PP for maximum durability and delivery performance.
• Superior PP Fitment Performance - Heavy-duty PP specification delivers market-leading reliable engagement, preventing lid displacement during bumpy road transportation and rough handling in delivery operations.
• Temperature Versatility - Hot and cold suitability across all options supports diverse applications from piping hot beverages through to ice-cold sauces without requiring separate lid inventory.
• Delivery-Grade Robustness - PP lid engineered specifically for demanding transportation conditions, supporting third-party delivery partnerships and mobile food service without spillage concerns.
• Venting Innovation (PP) - Vented PP design releases steam pressure, preventing dangerous lid displacement during microwave reheating and maintaining seal integrity with hot contents.
• Universal PP Compatibility - PP lid fits all 73mm cup base variants (CD8527A, CD8527B, CD8528A, CD8528B), maximising inventory utility and simplifying ordering across cup colour options.
• High-Volume Supply - 1,000-lid carton quantity supports extended operational periods for busy sauce service, beverage operations, and portion control applications.

Quality Advantages

• Market-Leading PP Specification - Heavy-duty PP construction represents most robust solution available on UK market, providing superior performance compared to standard PP alternatives.
• Reliable Seal Performance - Precision 73mm diameter engineering ensures consistent engagement across compatible cup bases, preventing loose fitting that compromises containment.
• EU Food Contact Compliance - Regulatory adherence provides confidence in safety for direct contact with sauces, condiments, hot beverages, and food applications.
• PE-Lined Paper Protection - Paper lid options feature PE lining for moisture barrier performance, supporting hot and cold applications without material degradation.
• Super Reliable Fitment - PP lid engineering specifically optimised for portion cup engagement, delivering exceptional seal security for sauce containment and beverage service.

Application Advantages

• Versatile Service Range - Suitable for sauce portions, condiments, hot beverages, cold drinks, dips, dressings, and portion-controlled applications requiring 73mm sealing solutions.
• Aesthetic Choice - Kraft, white, and clear PP options enable presentation matching to brand identity and food type without functional compromise.
• Professional Portion Control - Secure sealing supports standardised portioning protocols and prevents spillage during service and customer handling.

Target Applications

Essential for 73mm Cup Operations: Quick-service restaurants, takeaway establishments, sauce service operations, hot beverage vendors, portion control applications, delivery-focused operations, mobile food service, and any foodservice using 73mm cups (CD8527A, CD8527B, CD8528A, CD8528B) requiring compatible lids for sauces, condiments, hot drinks, cold beverages, dips, and portion-controlled items with choice between natural kraft, clean white, or heavy-duty PP specifications.

Performance Standards: The three-option specification approach enables operational optimisation: kraft paper (CD8529) for natural aesthetic, white paper (CD8530) for clean presentation, or heavy-duty vented PP (CD8531) for market-leading robust fitment, delivery-grade performance, and universal cup compatibility. All options provide hot and cold temperature versatility, EU food contact compliance, and high-volume 1,000-lid supply, whilst PP specification delivers superior seal reliability specifically engineered for bumpy transportation and extreme temperature applications.

Please Note:

> Compatible 73mm cup bases sold separately—use compatibility widget for direct navigation to correct bases
> Performance may vary based on foodstuff types, temperature exposure, and thawing conditions—in-house testing recommended
> PP lid (CD8531) fits all 73mm cup variants; paper lids have specific base compatibility as detailed in specifications
> Not commercially compostable—recyclable where specialist facilities exist