A Bowl Sleeve is a custom-printed paperboard wrap that slides around prepared bowls and round food containers, built for grab-and-go kitchens, meal-prep brands, and cafe counters that want their branding visible on every order.
Because the sleeve grips the bowl body and holds your full-color artwork at eye level, it turns a plain container into a branded handoff and keeps the lid and base usable. A salad bar can switch flavors or sizes by swapping sleeves instead of restocking whole containers, so you print one run and dress many SKUs.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: SBS white or natural kraft paperboard
- Weight: 300-400gsm folding carton stock
- Structure: wrap-around paperboard sleeve
- Printing: full-color CMYK, inside and outside
- FSC option: FSC-certified paper available on request
Best Used For
- Salad, poke, and grain bowls at fast-casual counters
- Meal-prep and subscription food brands
- Cafe and deli grab-and-go displays
- Catering and event boxed meals
Printing & Finishing
Upgrade your Bowl Sleeve with matte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination, add spot UV for contrast, or press in foil and emboss for a premium counter look. Inside printing lets you carry a message the customer sees as they slide the sleeve off.
Why Order from Teal
We are a US-based custom packaging manufacturer with a 50-unit minimum, free design help, and free US shipping. Choose 7-business-day standard production or a 5-day rush, print in full-color CMYK, and add an FSC-certified paper option. Order a free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping, credited to your first order), and we answer quote requests within 4 business hours.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The minimum is 50 units; specialty rigid styles start at 100, but this paperboard sleeve runs from 50.
How long is production? Standard production is 7 business days, with a 5-day rush available.
Can I get a sample? Yes. A free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping) ships to you and the cost is credited to your first order.
Request a free quote and we'll get back to you within 4 business hours.
How to Order Bowl Sleeve
Ordering custom bowl sleeve is simple:
- Submit a quote request with your dimensions, quantity, and design references
- Receive quote guidance within one business day
- Send your artwork or work with our design team (free dieline + 2 revision rounds)
- Approve the digital proof and production begins
- Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval; complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days
