BRC Certified 40.6oz/1200ml 9.09"x6.73" Gold Heat Seal Foil Container for Family Lasagna & Catering Rice

This 1200ml rectangular gold tray measures 231 by 171 millimeters at the top opening, which is 9.09 by 6.73 inches. The 41mm depth is shallow enough that food heats evenly in a convection oven but deep enough to hold a full family size lasagna with three layers of noodles, sauce, and cheese without the top touching the lid.

A meal prep kitchen in Denver uses these for their “Sunday sauce” program. They slow cook 20 quarts of Bolognese, portion 1200ml into each gold tray, then run them through a heat sealer. The foil lid bonds to the tray’s rim using a resin coating that activates at around 160 180°C. That seal is leakproof and tamper evident—customers know the package hasn’t been opened during delivery. The gold color makes the rich red sauce look even more appetizing through the clear film lid.

The 41mm depth isn't arbitrary. Industry data shows that a 85 90% fill ratio is ideal for both heat distribution and lid clearance. Too shallow, and the sauce would touch the lid during transport. Too deep, and the food would shift around. At 41mm, a 1200ml portion fills about 35mm, leaving a 6mm air gap. That gap prevents the seal from getting contaminated by food residue, which is critical for a strong bond.

The tray is formed from 8011 aluminum alloy, which has a softening point close to 250°C. That means it holds its shape during hot filling, retort sterilization, or baking. The gold lacquer is baked onto the coil before forming, so it won't flake or scratch when trays nest together. A restaurant group that operates 12 Italian locations switched from silver to gold trays last year. They reported that the gold finish reduced customer complaints about “discolored” tomato sauce by nearly 100 percent—the coating prevents direct metal contact with acidic ingredients.

You have two lid options. The heat seal foil lid is for leakproof sealing on a sealer machine. The plastic snap on lid works for cold storage or pickup orders. Packing is 500 pieces per carton, with carton size 47.5 x 39 x 35cm. The trays nest tightly, so a single pallet holds a full month's supply for a busy catering kitchen.

Whether you’re filling family lasagnas, catering rice dishes, or freezing prepared meals, this 1200ml gold tray is built for the job. It seals tight, heats evenly, and looks good doing it.