Thermoforming and vacuum forming in Chennai, India. Established 1995.

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Clamshell box

Hinged, fully transparent box that closes with a formed snap lock.

Clamshell box in APET, GPET, thermoformed by Aravinth Polymers, Chennai

Representative photograph. Dimensions, depth and cavity layout are made to your drawing.

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Specification

  • ProductClamshell box
  • CategoryClamshells & display
  • Materials offeredAPET (Amorphous polyethylene terephthalate)
    GPET (Glycol-modified PET)
  • Sheet thicknessAPET: 0.2 to 1.2 mm / GPET: 0.3 to 1.5 mm
  • Food contactAPET: Yes / GPET: Yes
  • Forming processVacuum forming / thermoforming
  • ToolingAluminium or MDF, designed and made in-house
  • Minimum orderFrom 500 pieces
  • CustomisationSize, depth, cavity count, colour, anti-static grade
  • Made inThirumudivakkam, Chennai, India
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Where it is used

Typical applications

  • Retail display where the product must be visible
  • Fresh produce and confectionery presentation
  • Gift and kit packs with a formed lid
  • Counter-top and point-of-sale display

Material behaviour

Why these polymers

APET, Amorphous polyethylene terephthalate

Glass-clear with high gloss and good impact strength; recyclable (resin code 1).

Typical uses: Food trays, clamshells, display trays, sealable blister trays

GPET, Glycol-modified PET

PET with improved deep-draw and folding behaviour; clear and tough.

Typical uses: Deep clamshells, folded blisters, heavy retail packs

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