Aluminum tray 490 cc package 1600

490cc aluminum tray in 60-micron thickness: an intermediate thickness offering a good compromise between rigidity and optimized unit cost. Similar in size to the BA500 but thinner, suitable for short to medium cooking times (up to 30 minutes at 180°C) and for preparations that do not require maximum mechanical strength. Carton of 1,600 pieces. French food-grade aluminum, 100% recyclable.

Who is this format intended for?

The 490 cc (490 ml) format of the Voussert aluminum tray range is particularly suitable for the following uses:

• Caterers: economical individual prepared meals
• Bakeries offering snacks: lasagnas and gratins made to order
• Supermarket deli section: freshly prepared meals ready to heat up
• Restaurants offering daily specials for takeout
• Associations: distribution of hot meals
• Central kitchens: standardized preparation, optimized cost

Main use

Preparation, baking, cold storage, freezing, transport and then reheating in the oven in a satellite unit.

Advantages of the Voussert aluminum range

• French food-grade aluminum: compliant with EC regulation 1935/2004
• 100% infinitely recyclable: a CSR argument and AGEC compliance
• Suitable for conventional ovens up to 220°C: cooking and reheating
• Freezer safe: freezer route? oven without transfer
• Approved for food contact: safe preparation and storage
• Stackable: optimized storage and oven
• 60-micron thickness: intermediate stiffness, good compromise between stiffness and cost

Technical specifications

• Capacity: 490 cc (490 ml)
• Dimensions: 150 × 125 × 44 mm
• Thickness: 60 microns
• Packaging: Carton of 1600 pieces
• Material: Food-grade aluminum

Can you put an aluminum tray in the microwave?

Yes, it's possible; our aluminum containers, once packaged, can withstand microwave waves by simply following a few guidelines:
1 - Remove the metal lid from the aluminum container before use.
2 - Place the aluminum container in the center of the turntable in the microwave. Note that for metal turntables, it is absolutely essential to place a ceramic or glass plate under the container.
3 - The container must not touch the walls of the microwave under any circumstances (minimum distance 2 cm)
4 - Only put one aluminum container in the microwave at a time.

Can it be put in a conventional oven?

YES, without restriction up to 220°C. This is the main use of food-grade aluminum: long cooking times, gratinating, browning.

Can it be frozen?

YES. Aluminum withstands negative temperatures perfectly. The "preparation - freezing - oven cooking" process is one of the main professional uses of this type of container.

Is aluminum recyclable?

YES, infinitely. Aluminum is one of the most efficiently recycled materials: direct remelting, minimal losses, and new production of equivalent quality. A CSR argument to highlight for retailers.

Is there a suitable lid available?

Depending on the model, aluminum, cardboard, or plastic lids are available as options. Consult our sales department for the lid reference compatible with this format.

What's the difference with a plastic tray?

Aluminum is intended for oven cooking and freezing; plastic (microwaveable polypropylene or cold-grade APET) is intended for takeout with microwave reheating or for cold serving. Aluminum is 100% recyclable; plastic is sorted separately.