Ice cream paper cups

Welcome to the section dedicated to ice cream cups and tubs from Medac, a trusted partner for innovative, high-quality packaging solutions. Medac specializes in the production of a wide variety of paper ice cream tubs. The current range meets the needs of artisanal ice cream and pastry shops and the food industry.

Medac ice cream cups and tubs: design, functionality, and sustainability

Our collection of ice cream cups is designed to combine aesthetics and practicality. Each line is engineered to offer maximum functionality and a captivating visual impact. Within each series, the graphics vary according to the size, making it easier and safer for the ice cream shops staff to select the right cup.

Our lines

• C-CUP Line: Made from pure cellulose cardboard with a glossy finish, it comes in a wide selection of cups featuring exclusive graphics, perfect for capturing customers’ attention. The generic series available are:
  • Blue Vibes: elegant graphics, featuring eye-catching and instantly impactful images, make each cup unique and recognizable. Available in six sizes, it offers sustainable solutions without sacrificing quality and design.
  • Ice & City®, Frutta and Brown: for a classic and versatile style.
  • Ice & Play ® (Butterflies, Cats, Fish, Ladybugs, Boats, Flowers): ideal for a young and dynamic audience, who can interact by framing the QR code on the cup to reproduce the origami represented on the graphic that characterizes each size.
  • Ice & Summer®: for a playful summer atmosphere.
  • Adventure, Parrots, Tropical, Sails and Underwater World: for an exotic and lively touch.
  • Bianchi: for those who love clean graphics.
• E-CUP Line: Made from FSC®, certified pure cellulose paper with a glossy finish and laminated with a thin biopolymer film,  the cups from the E-CUP line are certified biodegradable and compostable and are suitable for industrial composting in accordance with the EN 13432:2002 standard. Perfect for take-away consumption and available in various sizes, the cups from the E-CUP line represent the ideal solution for those seeking practicality and sustainability.
• H-CUP Line: Featuring fruit-inspired graphics, the tubs in the H-Cup line are made from matte-finish paper coated with a water-dispersion barrier. Designed for increasingly responsible recycling, it contains over 95% fibrous material across the entire weight range and is free of plastic polymers, such as PE and PLA. All cups in the H-CUP line are effectively mono-material products with the PAP 22 recycling code, corresponding to paper, in compliance with Decision 97/129/EC. The line is also Aticelca and FSC® certified.

Improve your product with personalized ice cream cups and tubs

In the world of artisanal gelato, the eye is as important as the palate. Custom gelato cups aren’t just simple containers, but true mobile marketing tools that bring your logo and visual identity into the hands of your customers.

Why customize your cups?

Personalization is the most effective way to stand out from the competition and create a lasting connection with your audience. Choosing Medac solutions means focusing on:

• High-definition printing: We use cutting-edge technologies to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, maximizing the impact of your logo. All inks are food-safe and water-based.
• Wide range of colors: you can choose from a wide range of colors from our medacolor® color palette.
• Maximum flexibility: We offer customizable ice cream cups in various sizes and materials, to perfectly match the style of your establishment, with minimum customization orders starting from 5,000 pieces.
• Certified quality: In addition to aesthetics, we guarantee maximum durability and compliance with food contact regulations. All our cups and tubs are manufactured according to industry standards such as ISO 9001:2015 and BRCGS.

Medac Tip: A well-designed tub often ends up on social media. Personalizing your packaging increases your gelato shop’s visibility with every photo taken by your customers.

A creative process tailored for you

Our team is at your disposal to transform every container into a unique piece. With our personalized ice cream cups, every detail will reflect the passion and quality you put into your daily work.

To complete the offering and ensure a flawless consumer experience even outside the store, Medac Srl offers a complete range of accessories and complementary products designed for maximum functionality:

• Cardboard lids and paper seals, Paper lids: essential for maintaining freshness and ensuring the protection of ice cream during transport.
• Plastic Lids for ice cream cups: the ideal solution for those looking for an ice cream tub with a secure, stable lid. These accessories are available in various sizes to perfectly seal each container, preventing spills.
• Delivery Systems: By combining our lines with our ice cream cups with lids, you can offer a professional and hygienic home delivery service.
• Logistics and Transport: Polystyrene Boxes, Paper Boxes and Ice Cream Paper Cups Carrier, designed to facilitate multiple transports.
• Spoon2fly – Paper Spoons fo Ice Cream: The sustainable and innovative accessory, perfect for practical and environmentally friendly on-the-go consumption.

A touch of extra efficiency

Using a custom paper ice cream cup with lid not only protects the product, but also transforms the moment of transport into an additional opportunity to increase your brand’s visibility, ensuring that the ice cream arrives at its destination as perfect as if it were just served.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make custom ice cream cups with my logo?

Absolutely. Medac specializes in the production of customized ice cream cups . You can choose to print your logo, your ice cream shop’s contact information, or custom graphics on various formats. This turns packaging into a powerful marketing tool for your business.

2. Can I request an ice cream cup with a lid for takeout?

Yes, almost all of our lines can be transformed into an ice cream cup with lid . We offer both clear plastic lids and domes, ideal for showcasing garnishes and whipped cream, as well as paper solutions or sealing discs to ensure maximum thermal and hygienic sealing during transport.

3. Are there customizable ice cream cup models available in small quantities?

We offer a variety of solutions to meet the needs of every business, from small artisanal ice cream shops to large food processing plants. We recommend contacting our sales office to discuss minimum orders for customizable ice cream cups based on your chosen size.

4. What accessories can I pair with my cups?

Spoon2fly paper spoons to E-sleeves® cone coasters , to polystyrene trays and cup holders for easy transport. Each accessory is designed to integrate seamlessly with our paper and organic cups.

5. Are Medac ice cream cups recyclable?

Absolutely. Sustainability is at the heart of our production. All our paper ice cream cups, including the C-Cup, E-Cup , and H-Cup lines, are designed to be easily recyclable in the paper recycling bin. Specifically, the H-Cup line uses a water-based barrier that eliminates the need for traditional plastic films, making the cellulose fiber recovery process even more efficient and environmentally friendly.

6. What are the production times for personalized ice cream cups?

Delivery times for customizable ice cream cups may vary depending on the complexity of the design and the order volume. Production typically takes 4 to 6 weeks once the artwork is approved . We recommend scheduling your order well in advance of the start of the summer season to ensure immediate availability of your branded packaging.

7. Where can I find disposal information?

You can consult the environmental labeling of our ice cream cups at this link (PDF).