Corrugated Clamshell Meal Boxes Ireland: #8–#56 Sizes & Wholesale Buying Guide
Corrugated clamshell meal boxes are the hinged cardboard workhorses behind Irish burger counters, sandwich shops and chippers that run a hot-meal menu. Too small and the lid compresses the bun; too large and you pay for empty board on every ticket. Matching the # size to the food is the whole buying decision.
This guide explains how to buy corrugated clamshell meal boxes in Ireland as plain wholesale Corrugated Meal Box stock — #8 through #12, #13 long and #56 portion, plus premium fold-out burger and meal boxes, how case packs fit weekly ordering, and how PrintNPack's Corrugated Meal Box range works with tiered case pricing and delivery from Ashbourne.
Why Irish takeaways buy plain corrugated clamshells by the case
Plain corrugated clamshells are warehouse stock: order by the case, no artwork proof, no print lead time. That matters when a Dublin burger van needs boxes before Friday evening, or a Cork sandwich counter restocks after a bank-holiday weekend. The hinged lid keeps heat in and grease off the counter bag; branding usually lives on a sticker, outer kraft bag or receipt rather than on every box.
PrintNPack holds the numbered clamshell range (#8, #9, #10, #12, #13, #56) plus premium fold-out burger and burger meal boxes. Orders ship nationwide; local buyers can collect from Ashbourne, Co. Meath. For compostable sugarcane fibre trays instead of cardboard, compare bagasse meal boxes Ireland in the Bagasse Meal Box category.
Corrugated clamshell sizes at a glance
Match the # size to the bun, roll or meal you pack most often. Dimensions below are the stocked Corrugated Meal Box lines — confirm live case tiers on each product page before you consolidate an order.
| Size | Dimensions | Case pack | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| #8 Burger | 105 × 102 × 42 mm | 5×50 (250 per case) | Standard burgers and compact hot sandwiches |
| #9 Small | 175 × 91 × 50 mm | 4×50 (200 per case) | Longer sandwiches, wraps and slim hot fills |
| #10 Medium | 205 × 107 × 46 mm | 4×50 (200 per case) | Loaded burgers, larger sandwiches and meal combos |
| #12 Large | 178 × 160 × 45 mm | 3×50 (150 per case) | Wide burgers, chicken fillets and bigger plated portions |
| #13 Long | 208 × 70 × 39 mm | 4×50 (200 per case) | Hot dogs, baguettes and narrow long rolls |
| #56 Portion | 150 × 91 × 50 mm | 4×50 (200 per case) | Sides, smaller meals and kids or lunch portions |
| Fold-out burger | 12.2 × 12.2 × 10.2 cm | 100 per case | Taller premium burgers that need extra headroom |
| Fold-out meal | 24 × 12 cm | 100 per case | Burger with chips or side in one fold-out meal box |
#8 vs #10 vs #12: how kitchens choose
#8 burger clamshells (105×102×42 mm) are the compact classic — square enough for a standard burger without drowning a single patty in empty board. Dublin lunch counters and food trucks often burn through #8 faster than large clamshells on weekday trade. Cases pack 5×50 (250).
#9 and #10 stretch the footprint for longer sandwiches and loaded burgers. #9 (175×91×50 mm) suits slim hot fills and wraps; #10 (205×107×46 mm) gives medium width for bigger buns and meal combos. Both pack 4×50 (200) per case.
#12 large (178×160×45 mm) covers wide fillets, stacked burgers and plated portions that would crush in a #8. Cork weekend trade and gourmet burger menus usually justify a case of #12 beside #8 stock rather than forcing every order into one size. Cases pack 3×50 (150).
#13 long (208×70×39 mm) is the hot-dog and baguette line — narrow and long so rolls sit flat without tipping. #56 portion (150×91×50 mm) fills the gap for sides, kids meals and smaller lunch boxes without stepping up to a full #10.
Premium fold-out burger boxes (12.2×12.2×10.2 cm) and fold-out burger meal boxes (24×12 cm) pack 100 per case and suit taller gourmet builds or burger-plus-side combos where a standard hinged clamshell feels tight. A practical starter mix for most Irish burger takeaways is two cases of #8, one case of #10 or #12, and one case of #56 or fold-out meal — then adjust once ticket mix is clear.
Corrugated vs bagasse: plain cardboard or compostable fibre?
These corrugated meal boxes are plain wholesale cardboard — recyclable hinged clamshells with no logo print. That keeps MOQ at a case and restocking fast for Galway night service or Ashbourne collection. They sit beside bagasse in many Irish kitchens rather than replacing it.
Choose corrugated when you want hinged lids, familiar burger-box economics and cardboard recycling streams. Choose bagasse meal boxes when compostable sugarcane fibre and multi-compartment trays matter more for plated meals. For a broader plain-versus-printed view of burger packaging, see the burger boxes Ireland guide. PPWR-minded buyers can also skim our EU packaging regulation Ireland 2026 overview.
Case packs, MOQ and how pricing works
Numbered clamshells pack as 5×50, 4×50 or 3×50 depending on size; premium fold-out lines pack 100 per case. All Corrugated Meal Box lines use four-tier volume pricing — more cases lower the price per case. There is no custom-print MOQ on these plain lines.
Always check the live tier table on each product in Corrugated Meal Box — we do not reprint one-off unit rates here because case tiering is how wholesale buyers save money. A single-site takeaway often starts on 1–3 cases of #8; multi-site groups consolidate into higher tiers across #10, #12 and fold-out meal boxes as well. Burger-led operators can also browse plain burger boxes Ireland for the bagasse-plus-corrugated mix.
What to order alongside corrugated clamshells
- Bagasse meal boxes for compostable plated meals and compartment trays
- Fish & chip boxes if the same counter runs a chipper menu
- Wooden cutlery — knives, forks and chip forks for eat-in and takeaway
- Biobox containers for kraft takeaway meals that sit beside clamshells
- SOS grab bags or kraft food bags for the outer carry layer
Pairing clamshells, cutlery and outer bags on one Ashbourne dispatch keeps Dublin and nationwide burger counters stocked before Friday peaks.
Delivery across Ireland from Ashbourne
PrintNPack is based in Ashbourne, Co. Meath — convenient for Dublin and Meath collections, with nationwide dispatch for Cork, Galway, Limerick and every other county. Plain corrugated clamshell orders move quickly because they are warehouse stock, not made-to-print jobs.
UK or Europe shipping is only confirmed case-by-case on request; this guide focuses on Irish wholesale delivery, which is the core service for these Corrugated Meal Box lines.
How to order corrugated clamshell meal boxes in Ireland
- List your menu builds — standard burger, loaded, long roll, portion side, meal combo
- Match each to #8–#12, #13, #56 or fold-out using the table above
- Add bagasse trays, chip boxes, cutlery or grab bags if the same delivery can cover them
- Order by the case on Corrugated Meal Box — watch the volume tiers
- Take nationwide delivery or collect from Ashbourne, Co. Meath
Ready to restock corrugated clamshells?
#8–#56 sizes plus fold-out burger and meal boxes with case packs and tiered wholesale pricing — delivered across Ireland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy corrugated clamshell meal boxes wholesale in Ireland?
PrintNPack stocks plain corrugated clamshell meal boxes by the case under Corrugated Meal Box — #8, #9, #10, #12, #13 and #56 sizes plus premium fold-out burger boxes, with tiered wholesale pricing from Ashbourne to Dublin, Cork, Galway and nationwide.
What corrugated clamshell sizes are available?
#8 burger 105×102×42 mm, #9 small 175×91×50 mm, #10 medium 205×107×46 mm, #12 large 178×160×45 mm, #13 long 208×70×39 mm and #56 portion 150×91×50 mm, plus fold-out burger and burger meal boxes.
Should I buy bagasse meal boxes or corrugated clamshells?
Choose corrugated for recyclable hinged cardboard and high-volume burger economics. Choose bagasse when compostable fibre and multi-compartment trays matter more. Many Irish takeaways stock both.
Are corrugated meal boxes plain wholesale or custom printed?
These lines are plain wholesale stock — no artwork proof and no custom-print minimum. Order by the case with four-tier volume pricing. For branded burger packaging, see custom printed burger boxes.
Do you deliver corrugated clamshells to Dublin, Cork and Galway?
Yes. We deliver corrugated clamshell meal boxes to Dublin, Cork, Galway and all Irish counties, with collection available from Ashbourne, Co. Meath.
