Eco-friendly cup and packaging options for cafés in Riyadh
Cafés in Riyadh can order packaging Royal Pack already describes as eco-friendly: FSC-certified paper, a plant-based PLA lining, water-based inks, recyclable paper lids, and kraft options. This guide stays with those claims. It is for cafés, restaurants and cloud kitchens in Riyadh. It points at the sustainability page and the product pages, then shows how to request a sample.
Key takeaways
- Paper on the sustainability page is FSC-certified, with FSC Chain of Custody since 2021.
- The eco-friendly line uses a PLA (plant-based) lining and is described as industrially compostable. The standard line uses PE.
- Printing inks on both lines are water-based. The page says printing moved to 100% water-based inks in 2020.
- Paper lids are listed as 100% recyclable, in FSC-certified paper, for 8 oz to 16 oz. Flat lids are also listed in PP or CPLA (compostable).
- Ripple wall cups are supplied plain, with no logo. Logo printing is for single wall and double wall paper cups, and for plastic cups.
- Cup minimums are 1,000 or 5,000 pieces, depending on cup style. Plain food boxes start at 1,000 pieces. Boxes printed with a logo start at 5,000 pieces.
What the sustainability page already says
The sustainability page is the source for the material claims below. Read it next to this guide.
- FSC-certified paper. The page says the paper comes from responsibly managed forests, and that it has been 100% FSC certified since 2021, including FSC Chain of Custody.
- PLA lining. PLA-lined cups use plant-based material instead of petroleum-based PE. The page calls that lining industrially compostable, and says 40% of orders now choose PLA.
- Water-based inks. Inks are water-based, which the page says reduces VOC emissions and makes cups safer for composting. The roadmap lists a move to 100% water-based inks in 2020.
- Paper lids. A paper lid option was added in 2023 to reduce plastic use.
- Waste. The page describes efficient cutting and paper offcut recycling, and states that 95% of waste is diverted from landfill.
- Targets, not current results. The roadmap lists a 2025 target of 60% of orders using fully compostable options, and a 2027 goal of carbon neutral manufacturing. Those are targets on the page.
The same page lists four names under certifications: FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute). This guide does not add any other certification.
Standard line and eco-friendly line
The sustainability page compares the two lines in one table. This is that comparison, in the same words.
| Feature | Standard line | Eco-friendly line |
|---|---|---|
| Material Source | FSC-certified paper | FSC-certified paper |
| Inner Lining | PE (Polyethylene) | PLA (Plant-based) |
| Recyclability | Limited (specialized facilities) | Industrially compostable |
| Printing Inks | Water-based | Water-based |
| Lid Options | Plastic or paper | Paper or PLA |
| Best For | Cost-effective everyday use | Eco-conscious brands |
Ask which lining is available on the cup you want. The page also says paper lids pair with PLA-lined cups, and that industrial composting is how those cups are meant to be processed. Confirm the lining, the lid and the disposal route when you request a quote.
Paper cups for hot drinks
Paper cups are the hot-drink print for a Riyadh café. Choose the wall the same way as in single wall vs double wall paper cups, and the size from paper cup sizes for cafés in Riyadh.
- A single wall paper cup is one layer. The product page calls it an eco-friendly, often recyclable choice for hot drinks, and it is commonly used with a sleeve.
- A double wall paper cup has a second layer with an air gap. It is more comfortable with hot drinks, so a separate sleeve is often not needed. The outside is smooth, so a logo can be printed on it. The product page also calls double wall eco-friendly.
- A ripple wall paper cup has a textured outer layer for grip. The product page calls it eco-friendly and often recyclable. Ripple wall cups are supplied plain, with no logo.
Single wall and double wall can carry a logo. If the ripple texture is the look you want, do not plan artwork for that cup. A printed sleeve is a separate item.
Plastic cups for iced coffee and juices
Plastic cups are the popular choice for iced coffee and juices, and the same cups can be used for hot drinks. Sizes listed are 8, 10, 12 and 16 oz. A logo can be printed on them. The minimum order on that page is 1,000 pieces.
This guide does not call the plastic cup itself an eco-friendly material. For a cold drink, the eco-friendly items listed elsewhere are the lid and the extras: a paper lid or a CPLA flat lid, not a new claim about the cup wall. See paper cups vs plastic cups for cafés in Riyadh for which cup to print for hot and iced drinks.
Paper lids, sleeves and stirrers
Match the lid to the rim. The lids page and the accessories page list four lid types. The cup lids and sleeves guide walks through fit.
- Paper lids are 100% recyclable paper lids for eco-conscious brands. Material listed: FSC-certified paper. Sizes listed: 8 oz to 16 oz.
- Flat lids are for hot drinks. Material listed: PP or CPLA (compostable). Sizes listed: 8 oz to 22 oz.
- Dome lids add room for whipped cream and toppings on cold drinks. Material listed: PP or PET. Sizes listed: 12 oz to 22 oz.
- Sip lids have an opening, so no straw is needed. Material listed: PP. Sizes listed: 8 oz to 16 oz.
Sleeves on the accessories page include standard kraft, described as natural brown cardboard that is eco-friendly, white sleeves for full-color printing, and custom printed sleeves. A hot single wall cup is commonly used with a sleeve. A double wall cup often does not need one.
Stirrers and straws on that page are described as plastic-free and biodegradable. Wooden stirrers are listed as FSC-certified. PLA straws are listed as plant-based and industrially compostable. Ask whether the item you want is in the current range before you plan the order around it.
Food boxes and cutlery
A café that also sells food can add boxes from the food boxes and cutlery page. Royal Pack lists burger boxes, meal and lunch boxes, kraft food boxes, fries boxes, pizza boxes, noodle and takeaway boxes, and food containers with lids, plus spoons, forks, knives and cutlery sets.
Paper, kraft and plastic options are part of that range. Ask which material is current before you choose one. Logo printing is available on boxes. Plain boxes start at 1,000 pieces. Boxes printed with your logo start at 5,000 pieces. The page does not confirm logo printing on cutlery, so ask before you plan a printed spoon or fork.
For how those boxes are used, see takeaway food packaging for restaurants and cloud kitchens in Riyadh.
How a Riyadh café can order
- Choose hot drinks and iced drinks first. Use the sizes guide and the paper-vs-plastic guide.
- Tell us if you want the PLA lining or the standard PE lining, and whether you want a paper lid, a CPLA flat lid, or another lid from the list above.
- Leave ripple wall cups plain. Print a logo on single wall, double wall or plastic cups if you need one.
- Add a kraft sleeve only where a hot single wall cup needs it.
- Add boxes only for the food you sell, and say whether each box is plain or printed.
- Use the custom cup order checklist, then request a quote or Request Free Sample.
Frequently asked questions
Is the paper FSC-certified?
The sustainability page says the paper is FSC-certified, from responsibly managed forests, and that it has been 100% FSC certified since 2021, with FSC Chain of Custody. Paper lids are also listed as FSC-certified paper.
What is the difference between PE and PLA lining?
The sustainability page says the standard line uses PE (Polyethylene) and the eco-friendly line uses PLA (Plant-based). PLA is described as industrially compostable. The standard line is described as having limited recyclability (specialized facilities). Ask which lining applies to the cup you order.
Which lid is the recyclable or compostable option?
Paper lids are listed as 100% recyclable FSC-certified paper, in 8 oz to 16 oz. Flat lids are listed as PP or CPLA (compostable). Dome lids are PP or PET, and sip lids are PP. Confirm the rim before you order.
Can I print a logo on these cups and boxes?
You can print a logo on single wall and double wall paper cups, on plastic cups, and on food boxes. Ripple wall cups are supplied plain, with no logo. Plain food boxes start at 1,000 pieces. Printed boxes start at 5,000 pieces. For cups, the minimum is 1,000 or 5,000 pieces depending on cup style. Logo printing on cutlery is not confirmed, so ask first.
How do I request a free sample?
Open Request Free Sample or request a quote. Tell us the cup, the lining, the lid and whether you also need boxes. You can also read the sustainability page before you send the enquiry.
Request a quote from Royal Pack in Riyadh
Tell us the drinks, the lining and the lid. Request a quote or Request Free Sample.
You can also reach our Riyadh team on +966 55 624 0690 or at sales@theroyalpack.com.
Set the cup with paper cup sizes for cafés in Riyadh and single wall vs double wall paper cups. For boxes, see takeaway food packaging for restaurants and cloud kitchens in Riyadh.