Foodservice Absorbent Pads

A takeout box that leaks, or a tray that swims in condensation, does more than make a mess — it makes the food look old before the customer takes the first bite. Foodservice absorbent pads sit under the meal and absorb the condensation and light grease that cooked food, cold sides and drinks leave behind, keeping the pack dry and the dish presentable.

Bofeng New Materials supplies food-grade absorbent pads sized for takeout, dine-in, buffet and display service, with white or custom-printed finishes to match a food brand.

Where Foodservice Absorbent Pads Are Used

• Takeout packaging — placed at the bottom of boxes and bags to absorb spills and condensation and prevent bag leakage.
• Dine-in trays — used as a tray liner under plates, bowls and cups to keep the tray dry and tidy.
• Buffet and food display — set under platters and containers on counters to catch drips and keep surfaces clean.
• Specific dishes — beneath juicy or oiled dishes such as sashimi platters, barbecue platters, teppanyaki and salad bowls.

Key Features

Absorbs condensation and light grease

The composite is matched to food oils and condensation, so it takes up moisture and small amounts of grease from cooked dishes, cold sides, produce and drink-cup condensation.

Locks liquid in, no seepage

Absorbed liquid stays inside the pad, even when a box is tilted or pressed in transit, so food surfaces that rest against the liner stay dry and do not turn soggy.

Keeps presentation and separates flavours

The pad takes up juices and oils from salads, sashimi and fried items, protecting crisp coatings and stopping one dish's juices from staining or flavour-transferring to its neighbours; a clean, uniform base also sets off the food's colour.

Food-contact safety and a durable structure

Materials are food-grade and comply with food-contact requirements, non-toxic and odourless for direct contact. Removing free liquid reduces the damp conditions that support microbial growth. Foodservice pads are typically thicker and plusher than industrial pads, cushioning the dish and resisting tearing or shedding after absorbing.

Technical Specifications

Formats and finish are set by the application rather than a fixed sheet size:

• Format: roll or sheet
• Absorbency: customisable
• Colour: white, black, red or custom

Thickness and plushness can be tuned for tray, buffet or display use, and private-label printing is available for branded packs.

How to Select and Order

• Match the format to your operation — sheets for trays and buffet portions, rolls where you cut pads to size at volume.
• Choose absorbency by dish — juicy or oily items get a higher-absorbency, plusher pad; lighter dry items need less.
• Tell us your tray or container size, and whether you want white or printed pads, for a quote.
• MOQ, lead time and sample shipping depend on specification and volume. Request samples for a trial with your menu items.

FAQ

Are these pads safe for direct food contact?

Yes. They are made from food-grade materials that comply with food-contact requirements. Ask us for documentation for your market's compliance review.

Can sizes be customised?

Yes. They can be supplied as sheets cut to your tray or as rolls to cut yourself, in the absorbency and colour you need.

Do they hold up under fried or juicy dishes?

They absorb the condensation and modest grease that plated dishes release. If you serve very oily items, tell us and we will recommend a higher-absorbency version.

Can we get samples before ordering?

Yes. Request samples for a trial and list your typical dishes; we will recommend a starting specification.

Bofeng New Materials supplies food-grade absorbent pads to takeout, restaurant, buffet and catering operators, with sheet or roll formats, tuned absorbency and private-label printing. Tell us what you serve and we will spec a pad for your trays and boxes.

Get a quote or request samples: jason.zhan@bofmat.com

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