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[[Image:Yummp hk lunchbox.jpg|thumb|right|260px|A foam takeout container]] |
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A '''foam takeout container''' is a [[disposable]] container used internationally by restaurants. Such containers are most commonly used to serve |
A '''foam takeout container''' is a [[disposable]] [[container]] for [[Take-out|takeout]] food used internationally by restaurants. Such containers are most commonly used to serve takeout food, and are also available by request in some restaurants for diners who wish to take [[Leftovers|the remainder of their meal]] home. |
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==Construction== |
==Construction== |
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Foam takeout containers are made from [[Polystyrene#Extruded_polystyrene_foam|XPS foam]], or another type of [[Polystyrene#Solid_foam|polystyrene]] foam, and produced by injecting the foam into a [[Injection molding|mold]] |
Foam takeout containers are made from [[Polystyrene#Extruded_polystyrene_foam|XPS foam]], or another type of [[Polystyrene#Solid_foam|polystyrene]] foam, and produced by injecting the foam into a [[Injection molding|mold]]. They are usually white in color, although they may be printed or impressed with a company logo or other message. |
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==Varieties== |
==Varieties== |
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Foam takeout containers come in two main varieties: |
Foam takeout containers come in two main varieties: |
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#A [[clamshell]]-shaped container with an attached lid, which come in various sizes. The larger ones usually feature several compartments, allowing different foods to be kept separated from each other. These foam containers usually feature several small projections on the lid of the container, which fit through slots on the bottom to lock it, therefore preventing food spillage. |
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#A round cup with a detachable lid, mostly used for storing soups and other similar foods. |
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==Chinese cuisine== |
==Chinese cuisine== |
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| ⚫ | This is the most commonly used takeout box for [[Chinese cuisine]]s in [[East Asia|East]] and [[Southeast Asia|Southeast]] Asia. It is standard for [[Cantonese cuisine]] in [[Hong Kong]] and many parts of [[China]]. It is sometimes used overseas in various restaurants, particularly in the [[United States]] and [[Canada]]. |
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In the [[English language]] rice is simply referred to as "rice." In the [[Chinese language]] rice is referred to as ''fan'' ([[wikt:飯|飯]]) when cooked versus ''mi'' ([[wikt:米|米]]) when uncooked. The name of the box is essentially "cooked rice box." The box is known widely in many parts of Asia as ([[Traditional Chinese]]: 飯盒, [[jyutping]]: faan6 hap6*2, [[pinyin]]: fànhé). |
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==Health issues== |
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It has been determined that when foods or liquids are stored in foam containers, even for short periods of time, small amounts of [[styrene]] may migrate into the food itself. Foods or beverages containing fat draw more styrene into the food, as do hot foods.[http://www.grinningplanet.com/2005/11-01/styrofoam-cups-article.htm] |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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A foam takeout container is a disposable container for takeout food used internationally by restaurants. Such containers are most commonly used to serve takeout food, and are also available by request in some restaurants for diners who wish to take the remainder of their meal home.
Construction
Foam takeout containers are made from XPS foam, or another type of polystyrene foam, and produced by injecting the foam into a mold. They are usually white in color, although they may be printed or impressed with a company logo or other message.
Varieties
Foam takeout containers come in two main varieties:
- A clamshell-shaped container with an attached lid, which come in various sizes. The larger ones usually feature several compartments, allowing different foods to be kept separated from each other. These foam containers usually feature several small projections on the lid of the container, which fit through slots on the bottom to lock it, therefore preventing food spillage.
- A round cup with a detachable lid, mostly used for storing soups and other similar foods.
Chinese cuisine
This is the most commonly used takeout box for Chinese cuisines in East and Southeast Asia. It is standard for Cantonese cuisine in Hong Kong and many parts of China. It is sometimes used overseas in various restaurants, particularly in the United States and Canada.