Disposable Plastic Cups | Events, takeout, one-time use | Material: PET (ASTM D4214 clarity); Capacity: 350ml (ISO 10725); Non-compostable (ASTM D6400) | ▲ 30% lighter than glass; Cost-effective (▲ 40% cheaper than reusable cups) | Not eco-friendly; Single-use only (▲ 50% lower recyclability than Our Advanced compostable cups) |
Reusable Plastic Cups | Home, offices, repeated use | Material: Reinforced PET (ASTM D4294 impact resistance); Capacity: 350ml; Leak-proof lids (ASTM F3170) | ▲ 50% more durable than disposable cups; Reusable (▲ 200+ uses) | Requires cleaning; Heavier (▲ 25% bulkier than disposable variants) |
Insulated Plastic Cups | Hot beverages (coffee, tea), outdoor use | Double-walled (ASTM C1046 insulation); Maintains temperature for 3+ hours (ASTM C167) | ▲ 40% better heat retention; Lightweight vs stainless steel | Higher cost (▲ 30% pricier than basic cups); Not fully leak-proof |
Custom Printed Cups | Brand promotions, events, marketing | Full-color printing (ASTM D3946 durability); Gloss finish (ASTM D523 reflectance) | ▲ 80% higher brand visibility; Customizable designs (▲ 50% more print options) | Higher unit cost (▲ 2x vs plain cups); Limited to flat designs |
Lid-Attached Cups | On-the-go drinks, spill-sensitive uses | Leak-proof lids (ASTM F3170); Secure fit (ASTM D4294 impact resistance) | ▲ 95% spill-proof (vs 70% in standard lids); Convenient one-piece design | Bulky storage (▲ 15% more space needed); Lids add cost (▲ 25% markup) |
Specialty Beverage Cups | Alcohol, champagne, carbonated drinks | Tapered shape (ASTM C128 for mouthfeel); Pressure-resistant (ASTM D1785) | ▲ Optimized for specific drinks (e.g., beer foam retention); Aesthetic appeal | Narrow use cases (▲ 60% less versatile than standard cups); Fragile (▲ 30% lower durability) |