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ISO 22000:2018 Certified · Wholesale Distributor Supply
Areca Palm Leaf Tableware
Manufacturer for
Food Packaging Distributors
Foliware is an ISO 22000:2018 certified areca palm leaf tableware manufacturer built for food packaging distributors. Six retail-ready SKUs in MRP-printed shrink-packed inner packs, verified carton counts, complete compliance documentation, and structured wholesale pricing, giving distributors everything they needs to list, sell, and replenish with confidence.
6Retail-Ready SKUs
ISO22000:2018
MRPPrinted Packs
MOQ1 Carton Only
Modern Trade & Retail Chains
Supermarkets · Hypermarkets · Grocery
MRP-printed retail packs with shrink-sealed inner units for planogram-ready shelf stocking
HORECA & Food Service Distributors
Hotels · Restaurants · Catering Chains
ISO-documented bulk supply for trade distributors serving hospitality, catering, and QSR accounts
Export & International Distributors
UAE · EU · UK · ANZ · US
IEC registered. Full 5-doc export package. LCL from 1 carton to FCL for established volumes
Wholesale & Sub-Distributor Networks
Regional Distributors · C&F Agents
Volume pricing tiers, rate contracts, and consistent supply for multi-tier distribution structures
Why Food Packaging Distributors Choose Foliware
A Manufacturer Built Around Distributor Commercial Requirements.
Distributors need a manufacturer who understands channel economics: reliable stock availability, retail-ready pack formats, documented compliance for trade buyers, and pricing that supports margin at every level of the distribution chain.
MRP-Printed Retail-Ready Inner Packs
Every 25-plate inner pack arrives shrink-sealed with MRP printed. Distributors supplying modern trade, grocery chains, and retail accounts can pass through retail-ready units without repacking or relabelling. Direct shelf-placement from distributor warehouse to retail planogram.
6 SKUs in Verified Bulk Stock
All six SKUs: 9", 8", 6", 5" square plates, 4" bowl, and 12" reinforced traditional plate, all maintained in ready bulk stock. Distributors build multi-SKU portfolios without supplier switching. One manufacturer, one compliance file, one relationship for the full areca leaf category.
ISO 22000:2018: Trade Buyer Documentation
Modern trade chains, online marketplaces, and institutional buyers increasingly require ISO food safety certification from their tableware suppliers. Foliware's certification transfers credibility directly to distributors selling into these channels. The compliance file that closes the listing.
NABL Lab Reports for Retail Compliance
NABL-accredited microbiological safety and heavy metals testing, batch-level, with results below detectable limits. Required for product listings on food-safe platforms and modern trade supplier qualification. Available per batch, ready for category manager and procurement team submissions.
Verified Counts: Zero Reconciliation Issues
Every carton contains the declared count, verified at packing. 300 units per carton (600 for bowls). Distributors receiving Foliware cartons close purchase orders without shortage investigation. Downstream trade buyers receive accurate counts that match the delivery note, with no complaints, no credit notes.
24-Month Shelf Life for Distributor Holding
Areca palm leaf tableware in original sealed packing maintains quality for 24+ months in dry warehouse conditions. Distributors can carry forward-buying stock for 3 to 6 months without expiry or quality degradation risk, enabling bulk procurement at volume price points.
Distributor Channel Advantage
What Foliware Provides That Unorganised Suppliers Cannot
The areca palm leaf tableware category in India is dominated by unorganised suppliers with no certifications, inconsistent quality, and zero documentation. Foliware is the organised manufacturer in this category, giving distributors a product they can confidently list on modern trade platforms, sell to compliance-conscious institutional buyers, and back with documentation that holds in any audit.
24+
Month Shelf Life
Bulk procurement without expiry risk. 3 to 6 month forward stock with no quality degradation
300
Units Per Carton
Verified at packing. No short-count complaints from downstream trade buyers
ISO
Certified Manufacturer
22000:2018 + 9001:2015. The compliance file that opens modern trade and institutional accounts
MRP
Printed Inner Packs
Retail-ready units straight from carton to shelf. No repacking, no relabelling at the distributor warehouse
Wholesale SKU Catalogue
6 Retail-Ready SKUs. One Manufacturer. Full Category Coverage.
All six SKUs maintained in ready bulk stock. MRP-printed inner packs. Verified carton counts. ISO and lab documentation available per batch for every product in the range.
9″
Square Areca Palm Leaf Dinner Plate
SKU: FW-P-9SQ
Retail Pack25 Plates
Packs / Carton12 Packs
Carton Units300 Plates
MOQ1 Carton
MRP ₹449 / pack (printed)
₹324 / pack wholesale
Carton value: ₹3,888 (300 pcs)
8″
Square Areca Palm Leaf Serving Plate
SKU: FW-P-8SQ
Retail Pack25 Plates
Packs / Carton12 Packs
Carton Units300 Plates
MOQ1 Carton
MRP ₹399 / pack (printed)
₹274 / pack wholesale
Carton value: ₹3,288 (300 pcs)
6″
Square Areca Palm Leaf Starter Plate
SKU: FW-P-6SQ
Retail Pack25 Plates
Packs / Carton12 Packs
Carton Units300 Plates
MOQ1 Carton
MRP ₹299 / pack (printed)
₹213 / pack wholesale
Carton value: ₹2,556 (300 pcs)
5″
Square Areca Palm Leaf Snack Plate
SKU: FW-P-5SQ
Retail Pack25 Plates
Packs / Carton12 Packs
Carton Units300 Plates
MOQ1 Carton
MRP ₹249 / pack (printed)
₹188 / pack wholesale
Carton value: ₹2,256 (300 pcs)
4″ Bowl
Square Areca Palm Leaf Dip Bowl
SKU: FW-B-4SQ
Retail Pack25 Bowls
Packs / Carton24 Packs
Carton Units600 Bowls
MOQ1 Carton
MRP ₹199 / pack (printed)
₹138 / pack wholesale
Carton value: ₹3,312 (600 pcs)
12″
Reinforced Traditional Meal Plate
SKU: FW-P-12TR
Retail Pack20 Plates
Packs / Carton12 Packs
Carton Units240 Plates
MOQ1 Carton
MRP ₹399 / pack (printed)
₹270 / pack wholesale
Carton value: ₹3,240 (240 pcs)
Distribution Channel Segments
Every Downstream Channel a Distributor Serves
Foliware's product structure, documentation, and packaging are designed to move through every tier of the food packaging distribution chain, from first-level wholesale to retail shelf and institutional end-buyer.
Modern Trade & Supermarkets
Big Bazaar · Reliance Retail · DMart · Spencer's
MRP-printed inner packs slot directly into store planograms. ISO and NABL documentation satisfies modern trade supplier onboarding. Shelf-ready cartons from distributor warehouse to retail floor without repacking.
Shelf-ready units
HORECA & Food Service Supply
Hotel chains · Restaurant groups · QSR · Catering
ISO-documented bulk supply for distributors serving HORECA accounts. Hygienic 25-plate inner packs meet FSSAI food handling requirements at hotel and restaurant service points. Lab reports for chain procurement committees.
ISO docs for HORECA listing
E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
Amazon · Flipkart · Meesho · D2C Platforms
MRP-printed, barcode-ready inner packs and outer cartons with standard labelling. ISO and NABL documentation for Amazon marketplace food-safe product listing. Consistent product quality across batches ensures stable review scores.
Marketplace listing ready
Institutional & Corporate Supply
Hospitals · Corporates · Educational · Government
ISO 22000 cert, NABL lab reports, and MSME registration make Foliware products straightforward for distributors to list with institutional procurement teams. Complete compliance documentation available on distributor request for downstream buyer submissions.
Institutional compliance pack
Export & International Distribution
UAE · EU · UK · Australia · US
IEC-registered manufacturer. Full 5-document export package: commercial invoice, packing list, COO, phytosanitary certificate, and NABL lab reports. LCL from 1 carton to FCL for established export distribution volumes.
Full export documentation
Regional Wholesale & Sub-Distributor
C&F Agents · Super Stockists · Town Distributors
Volume pricing tiers for C&F agents, super stockists, and regional distributors building out territory coverage. Rate contracts for monthly or quarterly commitment volumes. GST-compliant invoicing with MSME vendor details for distributor finance teams.
Volume pricing tiers
Technical Specifications
Distributor Technical & Commercial Data Sheet
| Specification | Foliware Areca Palm Leaf Tableware | Distributor & Trade Buyer Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Areca catechu palm leaf sheath, naturally shed | Natural premium positioning in eco-packaging retail category |
| Chemical Inputs | Zero: water and heat only | No food safety liability at retail or institutional sale |
| Food Safety | ISO 22000:2018 | Modern trade listing, HORECA supplier qualification, institutional procurement approval |
| Quality Cert | ISO 9001:2015 | Consistent quality across batches, no downstream complaints or returns |
| Lab Testing | NABL-accredited microbio + heavy metals per batch | Required for marketplace listings, retail chain supplier onboarding |
| Inner Pack Format | 25 units, hygienic shrink-sealed, MRP-printed | Retail-ready: direct shelf placement, no repacking at warehouse |
| Outer Carton | Standard double-wall corrugated, labelled | Warehouse-friendly stacking, easy receiving and dispatch |
| Carton Count | 300 units verified (600 for bowls) | Zero count discrepancy, no credit notes from downstream buyers |
| SKUs Available | 6 SKUs: 9″ / 8″ / 6″ / 5″ plates, 4″ bowl, 12″ reinforced | Full category coverage from one supplier and one compliance file |
| Shelf Life | 24+ months in original sealed packing | 3 to 6 month forward procurement without wastage or expiry risk |
| MOQ | 1 carton per SKU | Low inventory risk for new SKU trial before volume commitment |
| Lead Time | 14 to 21 business days from order confirmation | Predictable replenishment planning aligned to sell-through cycle |
| Export Reg. | IEC, DGFT Registered | Export distributors receive compliant documentation on every shipment |
| MSME Status | Udyam Registered | Government and corporate buyers of distributors qualify MSME sourcing benefits |
| Eco Positioning | Eco-conscious alternative to plastic and thermocol, the proven sustainable tableware category | Satisfies retail chain sustainable sourcing policies and end-consumer eco preference |
Trusted by Food Packaging Distributors, Modern Trade Suppliers & Export Importers Across India
From regional HORECA distributors in Bengaluru to modern trade suppliers in Maharashtra, Foliware supplies ISO-certified areca palm leaf tableware to distributors who need a manufacturer with consistent quality, retail-ready packaging, and compliance documentation that opens accounts. Areca palm leaf is an eco-conscious alternative to plastic and thermocol, not one that creates compliance problems.
ISO 22000:2018 Certified
6 SKUs in Ready Bulk Stock
MRP-Printed Retail-Ready Packs
300 Units Verified Per Carton
NABL Lab Tested Per Batch
24-Month Shelf Life
Foliware · ISO 22000:2018 · 6 Retail-Ready SKUs · Made in Karnataka
Ready to Add Foliware to Your Distribution Portfolio?
Share your distribution channel, target market, and volume requirement. Wholesale pricing and full distributor documentation pack returned within 48 hours.
48hr wholesale pricing
MOQ 1 carton per SKU
Full compliance doc pack
14 to 21 day lead time
Industries Served
Built for Commercial-Scale Operations
Foliware's supply structure is designed around buyers who need consistent product, reliable fulfilment, and commercially structured documentation across every order cycle.
HORECA
Hotels, restaurants, and catering operations requiring consistent product across high-volume covers
Cloud Kitchens
High-frequency single-use requirement with microwave reheating suitability and hygienic inner packing
Export Buyers
US, UK, UAE, EU, APAC importers requiring IEC-registered supply with full export documentation
Food Packaging Distributors
Distributors supplying tableware to trade who need consistent finish and accurate carton counts
Modern Trade
Retail and trade chain buyers requiring carton-level accuracy, labelling support, and repeatable supply
Institutional Procurement
Corporates, educational institutions, and large-scale operators with structured procurement processes
Catering & Events
High-volume events needing large-format trays, plates, and bowls with reliable supply timelines
Wholesale Import
Regional distributors and wholesale importers who on-sell to foodservice, retail, and industrial buyers
Manufacturing Process
From Leaf to Plate — 5 Controlled Steps
Every Foliware plate is the output of a documented, repeatable manufacturing sequence governed by ISO-certified quality and food safety systems.
01
Intake & Sorting
Naturally shed areca palm leaf sheaths are inspected and sorted by size and quality grade. Defective or contaminated material is rejected at entry.
02
Water Wash
Cleaned using process water conforming to drinking water standards. No bleach, no chemical cleaning agents — validated under ISO 22000:2018.
03
Controlled Drying
Managed moisture reduction under controlled conditions to achieve optimal forming consistency before pressing.
04
Heat Pressing
Custom-machined steel moulds at calibrated temperature and pressure form each plate to dimensional tolerances, giving consistent shape, wall thickness, and surface finish.
05
QC & Packing
Visual and dimensional inspection. 25-plate shrink-packed inner packs. Sealed master cartons with verified counts — 300 plates per carton.
Technical Specifications
Procurement-Ready Product Data
| Specification | Foliware Areca Leaf Plate | Benefit to HORECA |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Areca catechu palm leaf sheath, naturally shed | Natural, non-synthetic food contact surface, zero plastic components |
| Chemical Inputs | Zero: water and heat only | No migration risk, no PFAS, no synthetic coating |
| Food Safety Cert | ISO 22000:2018 | Passes supplier audit requirements |
| Quality Mgmt | ISO 9001:2015 | Batch-to-batch consistency |
| Lab Testing | Microbiological + heavy metals — 3rd party | Proof of food-contact safety for compliance |
| Microwave Use | Short-duration reheating — suitable | Reduces plate changeover for reheating service |
| Hot Food | Suitable incl. curries & oily | Works across full menu — hot, oily, cold |
| Pack Structure | 25 plates / inner pack · 12 packs / carton | Accurate counts, hygienic serving-ready packs |
| MOQ | 1 master carton (300 plates) | Low barrier entry for trial and scale-up |
| Lead Time | 14–21 business days from confirmation | Predictable replenishment planning |
| Shelf Life | 24+ months in dry storage, original packing | Bulk buying without wastage risk |
Trusted by HORECA & Food Service Buyers Across India
From cloud kitchens in Bangalore to hotel chains in Delhi — Foliware supplies certified areca leaf plates to operations that cannot afford supply inconsistency.
ISO Certified Manufacturing
Lab-Tested Food Safe
Zero Chemical Inputs
Free Shipping ₹5,000+
Export Documentation Ready
MOQ 1 Carton Only