plastic tray

Molded serving surface

A plastic tray is a shallow, flat-bottomed container made of plastic, used for carrying, organizing, or serving items.

Cafeterias use them for carrying food; offices use them for sorting papers.

The material makes them lightweight, durable, and easy to clean: She slid her lunch onto a plastic tray and found a seat.

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food · disposable · single use · lunch · TV dinner · compartments · stackable · molded · lightweight · carry · plate · polystyrene · microwave · takeout · lid · storage · packaging · school

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material composition

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G