Questions
Answers before the first order.
Minimums, samples, lead times, documentation, freight, and payment terms. If something is missing, email us — a real person answers.
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Do you sell directly to restaurants or only through distributors?
Both. Restaurants, ghost kitchens, and catering operations can order case quantities directly. Distributors and wholesalers can apply for volume pricing, pallet programs, and private label. We will recommend the right setup based on your location and monthly volume.
What is the minimum order?
Every product page lists its case pack and MOQ. Stock items typically start at one pallet or a small case minimum; custom print and private label carry higher volume minimums. If you are testing a product, ask about a sample or a lower-volume trial.
How quickly will I get a quote?
Within one business day, Monday through Friday. Include the product, quantity, delivery ZIP code, and any spec requirements for the fastest response.
Can I request samples?
Yes. We coordinate samples for qualified restaurant and distributor buyers. Stock samples are usually free; freight may be charged and credited against a first order. Custom samples follow a development quote.
Can you match a product from my current supplier?
Send a photo, spec sheet, or physical sample. We will confirm dimensions, material, barrier, and case pack, then quote the closest match or a custom run.
Do you offer custom print and private label?
Yes: custom print on cups, bags, boxes, napkins, and cutlery bands, plus private-label packaging. Minimums vary by item and are listed on each product page.
Products
What documentation comes with the products?
Spec sheets and FDA food-contact documentation for applicable SKUs. Lot-level test reports are available on request. Tell us at quote stage if your distributor or QA team needs a specific document set.
Are the products eco-friendly?
Many items are fiber-based, plant-based, recyclable, or plastic-free, but end-of-life options depend on your local waste stream. Product pages state material and end-of-life notes; we will not claim a certification a SKU does not carry.
Can you supply custom sizes or colors?
Yes, at the minimums shown on the product page. Share the target spec, annual volume, and artwork, and we will confirm tooling, lead time, and sample cost.
Shipping & accounts
How do orders ship?
Parcel, LTL, full truckload, or ocean container depending on volume and destination. We quote freight to your U.S. delivery ZIP code and confirm the mode with you before release.
Where do you deliver?
The contiguous United States. Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico can be quoted case by case. For distributor programs, we can ship to multiple locations.
What payment terms do you offer?
New accounts are prepaid or pay by card or wire. Established restaurant groups and distributors may apply for net 30 terms after a credit review. Terms are confirmed in writing on the quote.
Do you offer scheduled replenishment?
Yes, for repeat programs. Share your monthly usage and delivery windows, and we will set a replenishment schedule with release dates.
No account needed
Send the item you reorder most.
One SKU and a monthly volume is enough for a first quote. We will confirm the pack, the freight, and the lead time.