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Weight vs. Quality: Finding the Sweet Spot
In the PET cup industry, weight equals wall thickness. A heavier cup feels more premium and is less likely to collapse when gripped. However, every extra gram adds to the raw material cost and plastic usage. Choosing the right weight depends on your drink type and customer experience goals.
Claropack PET Cup Weight Standards
These are the precise grammage values for our core PET caliber series. Use these to compare with other suppliers.
| Model | Caliber | Capacity | Catalog Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74-7401 | 74 mm | 3 oz | 3.8 g |
| 8oz-7802 | 78 mm | 8 oz | 6 g |
| 93-9oz | 93 mm | 9 oz | 8 g |
| 9301 | 93 mm | 12 oz | 11 g |
| 95-9507 | 95 mm | 16 oz | 14 g |
| 95-9508 | 95 mm | 22 oz | 16 g |
| 107-10703 | 107 mm | 30 oz | 19 g |
| 107-10701 | 107 mm | 32 oz | 20 g |
How Weight Affects Cost
Weight is one useful comparison point when buyers evaluate cups with the same material, caliber and format. Use the catalog table alongside rim size, capacity, carton quantity and the intended beverage to request a like-for-like quotation.
Article FAQs
Compare the material, rim diameter, capacity, format and carton quantity alongside the stated gram weight. Weight alone is not enough to compare two different cup designs.
No. The rim diameter (caliber) remains constant regardless of the wall thickness or weight, ensuring a consistent seal with your matching lids.