16oz 500ml PLA Cups with 90mm Opening for Bubble Tea, Iced Coffee and Cold Drinks
Product Overview
The 16oz 500ml PLA Cup provides versatile takeaway packaging for beverage businesses serving regular-size cold drinks. Its 500ml capacity makes it suitable for popular beverage categories such as bubble tea, fruit tea, iced coffee and juice, while the 90mm opening allows integration with corresponding beverage cup-and-lid systems.
With a 90mm top diameter, 56mm bottom diameter and 135mm height, this model features balanced proportions ideal for everyday beverage service rather than the particularly tall profile found in some specialty cup formats.
The use of PLA material provides beverage businesses with an alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastic cups, making this model relevant to brands focusing on material selection and sustainability within their takeaway packaging.
PLA Material Advantages
PLA provides this cup with an important point of differentiation from conventional plastic beverage packaging. As a bio-based material commonly associated with renewable plant-derived feedstocks, PLA can be considered by businesses looking to introduce alternative materials into their disposable packaging range.
For cafes, modern tea brands and beverage chains, choosing PLA can form part of a wider packaging strategy that considers the source and type of materials being used. Specific compostability, degradation or environmental-performance claims should be based on actual product certification and disposal infrastructure available in the destination market.
Capacity & Applications
500ml Capacity for Popular Beverage Sizes
The 500ml / 16oz format is a practical choice for businesses looking for a regular cold beverage serving size. Unlike smaller cups designed around compact portions, this model provides more capacity for drinks containing ice and other beverage ingredients while maintaining manageable proportions for takeaway service.
Recommended Applications
- Bubble Tea Shops
- Modern Tea Stores
- Coffee Shops & Cafes
- Fruit Tea Stores
- Juice Bars
- Beverage Chains
- Takeaway Beverage Businesses
Recommended Beverages
- Bubble Tea
- Fruit Tea
- Iced Coffee
- Iced Tea
- Juice
- Lemonade
- Milk-Based Cold Drinks
- Specialty Cold Beverages
Key Features
- 16oz / 500ml Capacity - Popular regular-size format for takeaway cold beverages
- PLA Material - Bio-based material option offering an alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastic packaging
- 90mm Opening - Designed for corresponding 90mm beverage packaging systems
- 135mm Cup Height - Balanced profile suitable for everyday drink service
- 56mm Bottom Diameter - Provides different cup proportion from taller and narrower models
- 10g Reference Weight - Defined specification for product sourcing
- Versatile Beverage Applications - Suitable for tea, coffee, juice and other cold drink categories
- Custom Logo Printing Available - Supports branded beverage packaging for B2B customers
Customization Solutions
Custom Logo and Artwork Printing
The 16oz PLA cup can be customized with approved brand artwork according to customer packaging requirements. Customization can include:
- Brand Logo
- Company Name
- Custom Graphics
- Brand Patterns
- Product Artwork
- Promotional Designs
- Seasonal Campaign Graphics
Customization Process
- Artwork Submission - Provide logo or finished artwork
- Product Confirmation - Confirm 16oz/500ml cup specification and customization requirements
- Artwork Review - Review printing layout, colors and graphic positioning
- Production - Manufacture PLA cups according to confirmed requirements
- Quality Inspection - Check cup forming, dimensions, surface appearance and printing consistency
- Shipment - Arrange shipment according to confirmed order requirements
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Product Name | 16oz PLA Cold Drink Cup | Material | PLA |
| Product Type | Disposable PLA Beverage Cup | Capacity | 500ml / 16oz |
| Top Diameter | 90mm | Height | 135mm |
| Cup Weight | 10g | Application | Cold Beverages |
| Color | Clear / Transparent | Customization | Custom Logo Printing Available |
| Cup Structure | PLA Plastic Cup | Suitable For | Bubble Tea, Iced Coffee and Cold Drinks |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Why is the 16oz / 500ml size commonly used for takeaway beverages?
A1: The 500ml capacity provides a practical regular-size serving for many cold drinks, allowing beverage businesses to use the cup across bubble tea, fruit tea, iced coffee, juice and other menu categories.
Q2: What is the advantage of choosing PLA for this 500ml beverage cup?
A2: PLA is a bio-based material commonly associated with renewable plant-derived resources. It provides businesses with an alternative material choice to conventional petroleum-based plastic packaging when developing a more sustainability-conscious packaging range.
Q3: How does the shape of this 16oz cup compare with a tall-format PLA cup?
A3: This model has a 135mm height and 56mm bottom diameter, giving it a more balanced cup profile rather than an especially tall and narrow shape.
Q4: Can the 500ml PLA cup be customized for a beverage chain?
A4: Yes. Custom logos, graphics and approved brand artwork can be applied according to the confirmed printing requirements, making the cup suitable for both independent beverage stores and multi-location brands.
Q5: What should we consider when making environmental claims about PLA cups?
A5: Environmental claims should reflect the actual product specifications, relevant certifications and end-of-life infrastructure in the destination market. PLA should not automatically be described as biodegradable or compostable under every disposal condition.
