Custom Sustainable Disposable Soup Bowls Manufacturer & Factory

As a professional disposable soup bowl manufacturer & supplier, Sowinpak provides a one-stop custom service for takeout soups, whether hot or cold. Materials, sizes, shapes, and printing can be tailored to your needs.

Types of Disposable Soup Bowls at Sowinpak

A large percent of our customers are from European countries, the US, and Australia, where there are strict environmental regulations. What we’re showing here are our eco-friendly disposable paper soup bowls, which we produce a lot of. We have over twenty years of experience in innovation and design. So feel free to share your customization needs — we’re confident we can create products that exceed your expectations.

8oz | Φ90x75x60mm
12oz-1 | Φ90x72x86mm
12oz-2 | Φ115x92x65mm
16oz-1 | Φ97x75x100mm
16oz-2 | Φ115x96x82mm
24oz | Φ115x85x113mm

26oz | Φ117x92x110mm
32oz-1 | Φ117x92x135mm
32oz-2 | Φ115x80x147mm
64oz | Φ170x142x118mm
Customizable

8oz | Φ90x75x60mm
12oz-1 | Φ90x72x86mm
12oz-2 | Φ115x92x65mm
16oz-1 | Φ97x75x100mm
16oz-2 | Φ115x96x82mm
24oz | Φ115x85x113mm

26oz | Φ117x92x110mm
32oz-1 | Φ117x92x135mm
32oz-2 | Φ115x80x147mm
64oz | Φ170x142x118mm
Customizable

500ml | Ф150x130x45mm
750ml | Ф150x128x60mm
900ml | Ф184x165x49mm

1000ml | Ф150x129x78mm
1300ml | Ф184x160x66mm
Customizable

500ml | Ф150x130x45mm
750ml | Ф150x128x60mm
900ml | Ф184x165x49mm

1000ml | T:171x118B:146×94 H:75mm
Customizable

500ml | T:171×118 B:152×100 H:40mm
650ml | T:171x118B:150×98 H:51mm
750ml | T:171x118B:150×98 H:57mm

1000ml | T:171x118B:146×94 H:75mm
Customizable

Ф32 | T:166.5×166.5 B:147.4×147.4 H:55mm
Ф40 | T:166.5×166.5 B:145×145 H:65mmm

Ф44 | T:166.5×166.5 B:140×140 H:75mm
Customizable

500ml | Ф150x74x80mm
750ml | Ф185x133x45mm
1000ml | Ф195x140x53mm

1050ml | Ф185x101x72mm
1300ml | Ф200x99x81mm
Customizable

500ml | Ф150x130x45mm
750ml | Ф150x128x60mm
900ml | Ф184x165x49mm

1000ml | Ф150x129x78mm
1300ml | Ф184x160x66mm
Customizable

17oz | Ф115x88x75mm
19oz | Ф115x78x103mm

26oz | Ф150x128x60mm
Customizable

White Papeboard Soup Bowls
Kraft Paper Soup Bowls

Bamboo Paper Soup Bowls
Custom Printed disposable soup bowl

PLA-Coated Paper Soup Bowls
PE Coating Disposable Soup Bowl
PP lining Disposable Paper Soup Bowls

Water-based/Aqueous Coating Paper Soup Bowls
Customizable

PET Lid Paper Soup Bowl
rPET Lid Paper Soup Bowl
PP Lid Paper Soup Bowl

Paper Lid Soup Bowl
Window Lid Soup Bowl
Customizable

Want to Customize the Best Disposable Bowls for Soup?

As a professional custom disposable soup paper bowl manufacturer, Sowinpak bowl produce the paper bowl that performs safely with the soup, helps your brand and daily operations, and can be easily recycled or composted at the end of its life.

FAQ about Disposable Soup Bowls

As a manufacturer dedicated to eco-friendly bakery packaging & supplies, Sowinpak has put together practical tips, industry insights, and some FAQs to help you make smarter sourcing decisions. Click any topic below to expand and learn more.

What is Disposable Soup Bowl?

The disposable soup bowl is a bowl-shaped container that is designed for serving soups and other liquid-based foods. It is intended for single use and disposal after use. Dispposable soup bowls are commonly made from paper, kraft, bamboo fiber, sugarcane fiber, plastic, or aluminum foil, and are often used for takeout, restaurants, food delivery, and catering even

How Many Ounces is a Bowl of Soup? How to Choose the Soup Bowl Size?

“What size bowl do I need for a bowl of soup?” This a the question many customers who are new to the food packaging industry often ask. The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. However, we Sowinpak can provide some general guidelines to help you choose the right bowl size.

8 oz:

8 oz soup bowl is great for side soups or appetizers. It provides a light portion that complements the main course without being too filling.

12–16 oz:

12–16 oz soup bowl is he most commonly used standard size on the market. It offers a well-balanced portion for lunch or dinner, not too small, not too much. It provides enough soup to satisfy customers without leaving excess leftovers.

24–32 oz:

24–32 oz soup bowl is best suited for large soup servings, noodle soups, or family-sgaring portions. It is big, satisfying, and great for menus that focus on value and generous servings.

As a reliable paper soup bowl manufacturer & factory, our recommendation is to

As a manufacturer, our recommendation is to start with 12 oz and 16 oz bowls. These two sizes fit the vast majority of soup applications and often share the same lid size, which means less inventory, lower costs, and helps simplify operations.

If you’re unsure which size is right for your business, simply let us know what type of soup you serve, how much you charge, and who your customers are. Sowinpak will help you find the most suitable option.

Best Disposable Bowls for Hot Soup

As a paper bowl manufacturer, we naturally hope you’ll choose paper bowls. However, to help you make the right decision, let’s be fair and compare the main types of hot soup bowls on the market so you can decide what works best for your business.

Here’s a material comparison table for disposable soup bowls to help you get a quick overview. For more detailed information, read below.

Material	Recommendation	Price	Eco-Friendly
Bagasse Soup bowl	⭐⭐⭐ Top choice for eco-friendly restaurants	High	✅✅ Compostable
Plastic (PP) Soup Bowl	⭐⭐ Only for markets without plastic ban	Low	❌ Non-biodegradable
Foam (EPS) Soup Bowl	❌ Not recommended	Very low	❌❌ Being banned
Aluminum Foil Soup Bowl	🔥 For oven-reheat only	Medium-High	Average
Paper Bowl (From Sowinpak)	⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top choice for most restaurants	Medium	✅ PLA-lined compostable

1. Bagasse Bowls (Sugarcane Fiber Bowls)

Pros: Handle heat really well, can go in the microwave, and are compostable, which gives them a strong eco-friendly image.
Cons: They cost more than most alternatives, and may become slightly softer when exposed to very oily soups for a long time.
Good For: Restaurants with a healthy budget, eco-focused brands, and businesses serving higher-value customers.

2. Plastic Bowls (PP Polypropylene)

Pros: Tough, reliable, leak-proof, microwave-safe, and cost-effective.
Cons: They don’t biodegrade, hence, increasingly restricted in many regions due to plastic reduction policies. Besides, customers often see them as less environmentally friendly.
Good For: Businesses that prioritize minimizing costs and operate in areas without plastic-use restrictions.

3. Foam Bowls (EPS)

Pros: Excellent in insulation and usually the cheapest disposable soup bowl option available.
Cons: They don’t biodegrade, aren’t environmentally friendly, are banned in many regions, and are often associated with a poor brand image.
Good For: Honestly, we rarely recommend disposable foam soup bowls unless you’re looking for a temporary solution.

4. Aluminum Foil Bowls

Pros: Can handle very high temperatures, work in the oven, and is completely leak-proof.
Cons: Can’t go in the microwave, get hot quickly, and tend to be more expensive compared to other disposable bowl options.
Good For: Situations where the food needs to be reheated in an oven, such as baked soups or other oven-ready menu items.

5. Paper Bowls (That’s What We Make)

Pros:

Reasonably priced—cheaper than bagasse bowls and only a little more expensive than plastic.
Fully customizable with your logo and branding.
Available with PLA, PE, PP, or water-based coatings to meet different performance, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.
Lightweight, easy to stack, and cost-effective to store and ship.
We can produce paper bowls with different capacities that use the same lid, which means less inventory, lower costs, and fewer items to manage.
Larger bowls are made with thicker paperboard, so they stay sturdy and won’t get soft or collapse when filled with hot soup.

Cons:

They’re not quite as tough as PP plastic bowls.
When holding highly oily soups for extended periods (typically over one hour), the rim may become slightly damp. However, through improved performance with thicker materials and better lining technology, we have optimized performance to a level that ranks among the industry’s best.

Good For:

Most restaurants, takeout businesses, and cafés, especially those seeking balance between cost and sustainability while still benefiting from strong brand presentation..

So, What’s the Best Choice?

There is no single “best” soup bowl—only the one that best fits your business needs.

Premium budget and maximum sustainability goals → Bagasse bowls
Operating in a plastic-restricted market and looking to balance cost with sustainability → Paper bowls with PLA coating
No plastic restrictions and just want the lowest-cost durable option? → PP plastic bowls are hard to beat.
Need to reheat food in the oven? → Aluminum foil bowls and Sowinpak paper bowls are your best bet.
Foam bowls? → We’d suggest avoiding them if possible.

As a paper bowl manufacturer, here’s our view:

If you decide to choose paper bowls, we’ll help you find the right setup—from PLA, PE, PP, or water-based coating, to the right paper thickness for your application, shared-lid designs that reduce inventory costs, and sample testing before you place a bulk order.

And if you decide on a different material, that’s completely fine too. However, we encourage you to compare our paper bowl samples with other options under real-world conditions. Pour in the same hot soup, wait the same amount of time, and see for yourself which bowl softens first—and which one starts leaking first.

What are the Most Eco-friendly Disposable Soup Bowl Options?

Bagasse bowls – Home or industrial compostable, good heat resistance.
Water-based coated paper bowls – Recyclable with paper, plastic-free, becoming the mainstream choice in markets like the EU.
Palm leaf bowls – 100% natural and compostable.
PLA-coated paper bowls – Require industrial composting, but more eco-friendly than PE-coated options.
Uncoated kraft paper bowls – Recyclable or home compostable, but not suitable for hot soup.

So which one is the most practical choice?

If you want real-world eco-friendliness that actually works for your business – our answer is paper bowls.

Here’s why:

Want plastic-free and recyclable in existing waste streams? Go with water-based coated paper bowls.
Need industrial compostability, affordable cost, and great print quality? Choose PLA-coated paper bowls.

Bagasse and palm leaf bowls perform well on sustainability, but they come with higher costs, rely on specific composting facilities, and fall short on printing and storage efficiency compared to paper.

For the vast majority of restaurants and takeout brands, paper bowls offer the most realistic balance between being eco-friendly and running a smooth operation.

Takeout Soup Bowl Sizes Guide

Here’s the takeaway soup bowl size suggestions from Sowinpak

Standard Choices

12-16 oz – Most common, suitable for single-serving meals or lunch portions

By Use Case

8 oz – Appetizers, side soups, kids’ portions
24-32 oz – Large noodle soups, family/sharing portions

By Soup Type

Pho / Ramen – 16-32 oz
Cream-based soups – 16-26 oz
Miso / Light broth – 8-12 oz

Tips From Sowinpak – Your Reliable Custom Soup Bowl Manufacturer & Factory

Different capacities can be designed with the same rim diameter, allowing one universal lid across multiple sizes – saving inventory and reducing costs.
Large bowls (26 oz and above) require thicker paperboard to prevent softening or collapsing when filled with hot soup.

Are Paper Bowls Good for Soup?

Yes, paper bowls are suitable for serving soup—whether it’s served hot or cold.

For hot soup: Choose paper bowls with PE, PP, PLA, or water-based coatings. These coatings provide excellent heat resistance and help prevent leaks and moisture penetration.
For cold soup: Standard coated paper bowls work just fine. In some cases, uncoated kraft paper bowls can also be used as heat resistance is not required.

Paper bowls are lightweight, easy to brand with custom printing, and reasonably priced. What’s more, eco-friendly options like PLA-coated or water-based coated bowls can help businesses meet their sustainability goals. That’s why paper bowls remain one of the most practical choices for soup packaging.

Are All Paper Bowls Microwave-Safe?

No, not all paper bowls are microwave-safe – but Sowinpak’s paper bowls are.

Only paper bowls clearly labeled as microwave-safe should be used in the microwave. Microwave safety depends on paperboard thickness, coating type, ink, and lid design.

Sowinpak paper bowls – Made with appropriate paperboard thickness and coating technology, suitable for short microwave reheating, ideal for hot soup and similar foods.
Not microwave-safe – Thin PE-coated paper bowls, paper bowls with metallic decoration, bowls with non-microwave-safe lids.

What is Water-Based/Aqueous Coating Soup Bowl?

A water-based coated soup bowl uses a water-based barrier coating to resist grease and moisture. Compared with PE and PLA coatings, it offers a more sustainable solution and can be recycled with paper in many recycling systems. As a result, it is becoming an increasingly popular choice in markets such as the EU.

Where to Buy Large Disposable Soup Bowls Online?

You can buy large disposable soup bowls online from a few different places:

Branded manufacturer websites – like Sowinpak. Sowinpak offers a complete range of large disposable soup bowls, such as 26 oz, 32 oz, 64 oz sizes.

Their large bowls are made with thicker paperboard to maintain rigidity and prevent buckling when filled with hot soup. Available in kraft paper, white paper, and bamboo fiber options, with PE, PLA, or water-based coatings depending on your sustainability goals. Also, bowls can be purchased with matching lids, and custom printing is available for branding.

B2B platforms like Alibaba, Global Sources, Made-in-China, and ThomasNet – search for “large paper soup bowls 32 oz” or “bulk disposable bowls with lids.” You’ll find many suppliers, but make sure to check their certifications, request samples, and read customer reviews before placing a large order.

Where to buy bulk compostable soup bowls for a party?

Same as above.

Sowinpak is a reliable compostable soup bowl manufacturer that you can trust. We offer certified compostable paper soup bowls – PLA-coated and water-based coated options – with full certifications including BPI, TÜV, and OK Compost.

Our paper bowls are compostable, cost-effective, print beautifully, and stack easily for storage. Perfect for parties, events, or any large gathering.

Feel free to contact us if you are looking for professional suppliers for your bulk order.

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Custom Sustainable Disposable Soup Bowls Manufacturer & Factory

Types of Disposable Soup Bowls at Sowinpak

Tall Disposable Soup Container

Insulated Double-Wall Paper Soup Bowls

Flat Rim Paper Soup Bowls

Round Paper Soup Bowl

Rectangular Paper Soup Bowl

Square Disposable Soup Bowl

Exquisite Paper Bowl

Light Weight Single-Wall Paper Soup Bowls

Ripple Wall Disposable Paper Soup Bowl

Eco friendly Disposable Soup Bowls

Disposable Paper Soup Bowl with Different Coating

Disposable Soup Bowl with Lid