Plastic Tubs & Jars

Reliable Plastic Tubs for Professional Packaging

Plastic tubs are containers designed for products that need to be filled, accessed or dispensed easily. They are particularly useful for contents that would be difficult to pour through a narrow neck bottle, including dry ingredients, powders, sauces, spreads, pastes, creams and small parts.

They’re easy to handle in production areas, commercial kitchens, stockrooms and warehouses. Depending on the design, plastic tubs can also provide a clean, practical surface for labels, product instructions and branding.

Why Choose Plastic Tubs?

Plastic tubs are a great solution for both food and non food products. Depending on the fill product, benefits include:

• A wide opening for easy filling, mixing, scooping and dispensing.
• Secure fitting and/or tamper evident lid options.
• Round, square and rectangular variations for different filling and storage needs.
• Clear or coloured options for product visibility and presentation.
• Stackable designs that can help organise storage and transport.
• Quantity pricing for larger and repeat orders.

Always check the specification of the individual tub and lid before ordering.

How to Choose the Right Plastic Tub

The right container depends on what you are filling, how it will be stored and how the end user will open or dispense the product.

Capacity

Consider both the working capacity and the brimful capacity of the tub. A container should normally have sufficient space for filling tolerances, the closure and any movement that could occur during handling.

Shape

Round plastic tubs are a practical option for powders, ingredients, creams and pastes because their smooth interior shape makes scooping and dispensing straightforward.

Square and rectangular plastic tubs can use shelf, carton and pallet space efficiently. They may also provide broad, flat faces for labels and forward-facing retail presentation.

The most suitable shape will depend on your filling equipment, storage layout, labelling requirements and how the contents will be removed.

Lids and Tamper Evidence

Check whether the lid is included with the tub or must be ordered separately. A matching tub and lid combination is important for closure performance.

Where liquids are involved, do not assume that every tub is leakproof or airtight. Seal performance depends on the exact tub and lid, the contents, filling level, temperature and handling conditions. Choose only a product that is specified for the intended use and consider sample testing before placing a large order.

Material and Product Compatibility

Check the material listed on the product page and make sure it is compatible with the contents. Polypropylene, often abbreviated to PP, is commonly used for small volume packaging tubs, but the correct choice still depends on the product being packed and the expected conditions of use.

For chemicals, adhesives, oils or other industrial products, confirm compatibility before filling. The fact that a container is made from plastic does not automatically mean that it is suitable for every substance.

Food Grade Plastic Tubs

Selected plastic tubs may be suitable for direct contact with food and beverages. Only use a product for food packaging when its individual specification confirms its food contact status.

Suitability can depend on the type of food, contact time, filling temperature and storage temperature. Hot filling, freezing, microwaving or dishwashing should never be assumed unless these uses are specifically supported by the product information.

Businesses packing food should retain the relevant manufacturer or supplier documentation and test the complete tub, lid and filling process under realistic conditions before production.

Typical Uses for Plastic Tubs

Depending on the product specification and compatibility, plastic tubs may be used for:

• Sauces, dips, spreads and sandwich fillings.
• Herbs, spices, powders and dry ingredients.
• Confectionery, toppings and baking ingredients.
• Creams, gels, pastes and personal care products.
• Samples, craft materials and small components.
• Non-hazardous industrial powders and compounds.
• Product storage, distribution and retail presentation.

If you are uncertain whether a tub is suitable for a particular product, contact our team with details of the contents, required capacity, filling temperature and closure requirements.

Bulk Plastic Tubs for Business

Whether you need a small quantity for product trials or regular bulk orders for production, ITP Packaging can help you compare container sizes, closures and order quantities.

Check each product page for current pack quantities and price breaks. For larger requirements, repeat orders or help sourcing a particular size or shape, contact our team to discuss your application.

Need a larger container with a carrying handle? Browse our plastic buckets for additional capacities and closure options.