What Ecopax does

Ecopax is a family-owned, Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of single-use food and beverage packaging, operating primarily from a 144,000 sq ft facility in Bethlehem and a corporate headquarters in Easton. Its product portfolio spans hinged containers, cups and lids, bowls, plates and trays, and 2-piece container systems, sold under stock brands and sub-lines including EcoView (clear hinged containers), Pebble (mineral-filled hinged containers and plates), and BioBrew (fiber-based hot cups). The company's distinctive technical position rests on Mineral-Filled Polypropylene (MFPP), in which up to 40% of the resin is replaced with earth minerals to reduce plastic use while retaining microwave-safe durability, and on BioBrew's PE-free barrier coating derived from corn-stalk biomass, marketed as highly recyclable, repulpable, and compostable with 90% fiber reclamation.

Ecopax serves North American restaurants, foodservice operators, distributors, grocery and convenience retailers, and institutional buyers. Distribution flows primarily through restaurant distribution and foodservice supply companies, with retail shelf presence in grocery and convenience stores, and direct customer support handling quoting, product selection, and distributor matchmaking. A custom packaging service line allows customers to work with in-house design, engineering, and materials teams on branded cups, bags, and containers, billed on a multi-year contract cadence with minimum order requirements, while stock SKUs are sold on a transactional basis with minimum order quantities.

The business model is predominantly transaction-based product sales of disposable packaging, supplemented by custom packaging services. Pricing is uniformly quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Named enterprise validation includes the 2024 William B. Darden Distinguished Supplier of the Year Award from Darden Restaurants (parent of Olive Garden), and operational metrics in 2024 included a transition to carbon pollution-free electricity, avoidance of 27,379 metric tons of CO2 emissions, over 500 days without an OSHA recordable injury at the Bethlehem plant, and a 130,000-case donation to Feed the Children. Ecopax is privately held with no disclosed parent company, no external institutional funding, and no public revenue disclosure.

Name

Ecopax

Legal name

Ecopax LLC

Website

https://ecopaxinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Ecopax is a Pennsylvania-based, family-owned manufacturer of single-use food and beverage packaging, producing hinged containers, cups, bowls, and plates using proprietary Mineral-Filled PP and BioBrew PE-free coating technologies. It primarily serves North American restaurants, foodservice distributors, and retail grocery and convenience chains.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Foodservice Packaging

NAICS

All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199), Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing (322219)

SIC

Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

Foodservice/To-Go Packaging (Cups, Clamshells, Cutlery) (IMALAHAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dairy & Refrigerated Foods Packaging (IMALAHAG), Napkins, Tableware & Foodservice Disposables (Plates, Cups, Cutlery) (CRADALAD), Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB), Foodservice & Single-Use Plastic Packaging (Cups, Lids, Cutlery) Manufacturing (IMANAEAI)

Keywords

• Food packaging manufacturing
• Disposable takeout containers
• Foodservice packaging supplies
• Sustainable food containers
• Hinged containers and cups

Headquarters

HQ city

Easton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Food Packaging Product Sales: One-time transaction-based sales of disposable food packaging products including hinged containers, cups, bowls, plates, and trays through distribution partners and direct sales.
2. Custom Packaging Services: Custom packaging design and branding services where customers work with design, engineering, and materials experts to create tailored packaging solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Ecopax manufactures single-use food and beverage packaging products including hinged containers, cups and lids, bowls, plates, trays, and 2-piece containers in materials such as Mineral-Filled Polypropylene (MFPP), traditional PP, foam, paper, and PET. The company sells stock catalog items as well as custom-branded packaging solutions through foodservice distributors, restaurant supply companies, and direct sales to restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and institutional buyers across North America.

Product overview

Ecopax is a manufacturer of food and beverage packaging offering a comprehensive portfolio of sustainable and traditional packaging solutions. The product lineup includes: BioBrew™ eco-friendly paper cups with PE-free barrier coating; Mineral-Filled PP (MFPP) containers containing 40% earth minerals under the Pebble sub-brand; EcoView™ clear-top hinged containers with 360° visibility; traditional foam hinged containers; paper and plastic cups and lids; bowls and plates in various materials; 2-piece container systems; and custom packaging design services. Products are available in multiple materials (MFPP, PP, foam, paper, PET), sizes, and compartment configurations to serve restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and institutional customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BioBrew: Eco-friendly U.S.-made cups featuring PE-free barrier coating derived from agricultural waste. Highly recyclable, repulpable, and compostable with 90% fiber reclamation.
• EcoView
• Pebble
• Mineral-Filled PP

Products and services

• BioBrew Paper Cups Eco-friendly paper cups made in the USA with PE-free barrier coating derived from post-agricultural biomass (corn stalks). Highly recyclable, repulpable, and compostable with 90% fiber reclamation. Available in single wall and double wall hot cup configurations for foodservice operators and retailers.
• Mineral-Filled PP (MFPP) Containers Premium quality containers containing 40% earth minerals as a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic packaging. Includes hinged containers, 2-piece containers, bowls, and plates with enhanced heat resistance and reduced plastic usage; microwave-safe for reheating and BPA-free. Includes the Pebble sub-brand hinged container line in ivory and black.
• Hinged Containers Snap-lock takeout containers with hinged-lid design for food security and freshness. Available in MFPP, PP, and foam materials in multiple sizes, colors, and compartment configurations. Includes EcoView clear-top variants with 360-degree visibility, smart locking mechanism, and optional vent holes, as well as Pebble MFPP variants for sustainable packaging needs.
• Cups and Lids Versatile paper and plastic cups with leak-resistant designs and tight-fit closures. Includes paper hot cups (single and double wall), cold cups, and matching lids in various sizes and colors, designed for on-the-go convenience and everyday foodservice use.
• Bowls and Lids Versatile bowls for takeout with secure lids that lock in freshness. Available in paper, PP, and MFPP materials in various sizes from 4oz to 48oz for soups, salads, and prepared foods.
• Plates and Trays Sturdy, reliable plates and trays designed for durability and easy stacking. Available in foam, MFPP, and PET materials in various sizes from 6 inches to 10.25 inches with multiple compartment options for foodservice operations.
• 2-Piece Containers Ergonomically engineered containers with clear lids for premium food presentation. Feature secure stacking for busy kitchens and delivery services. Available in MFPP material with various compartment configurations.
• Custom Packaging Services Custom branding and design services allowing customers to collaborate with Ecopax's design, engineering, and materials experts to create tailored packaging solutions. Includes custom printing on cups, bags, and containers with minimum order requirements and pricing based on specifications and order volume.

Quantifiable outcome

• 27,379 metric tons of CO2 emissions avoided in 2024 by using carbon-free electricity
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Feed the ChildrenminorOthersEcopax partnered with Feed the Children since 2021 to combat food insecurity and childhood hunger. In 2024, Ecopax donated 130,000 cases of foodservice supplies including polypropylene food containers and plastic cups.
• SchylerStrong FoundationminorOthersEcopax partnered with SchylerStrong Foundation to raise funds dedicated to helping families combat pediatric cancer. The foundation donates 100% of funds to support children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
• Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)coreOthersSFI is a certification body that provides sustainable forestry certification. Ecopax offers many SFI certified packaging options including paper cups, demonstrating commitment to responsible sourcing from forests managed through rigorous ecological and social standards.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Pactiv Evergreen: Largest North American foodservice and foodservice-grade packaging manufacturer (cups, containers, cutlery, cartons). Competes with Ecopax across the same foodservice distributor channels, but at materially larger scale and with a broader portfolio including foam and paper lines.
• Berry Global Group: Large diversified plastic packaging manufacturer with foodservice and consumer product exposure. Comparable at the materials conversion level (PP resins, MFPP-style mineral-filled compounds) though with a much broader portfolio than Ecopax.
• Huhtamaki: Global food packaging company with a sizeable foodservice segment producing paper and plastic cups, containers, and tableware in North America. A broad incumbent comparator competing against Ecopax especially in fiber-based cups (BioBrew's category).

Direct peers

• Sabert Corporation: Manufacturer of sustainable and traditional foodservice packaging including hinged containers, bowls, and trays with a focus on compostable/recyclable materials. Directly comparable to Ecopax on sustainability positioning and core product categories.
• Genpak LLC: US-based manufacturer of single-use foodservice packaging including hinged containers, bowls, cups, and lids in foam and polypropylene. Closely comparable product mix to Ecopax with a similar mid-market foodservice distributor go-to-market.
• Anchor Packaging: Producer of rigid plastic hinged and lidded foodservice containers sold through foodservice distributors across North America. Closely comparable to Ecopax's hinged container, bowl, and dome product lines.
• WinCup Holdings: US manufacturer of foam and plastic disposable foodservice products including cups and hinged containers with strong foodservice distribution presence. Direct overlap with Ecopax in foam and PP takeout categories.
• Fabri-Kal Corporation: Specialty manufacturer of thermoformed plastic cups, containers, and lids for foodservice, dairy, and beverage markets. Highly comparable on plastic cup and container manufacturing economics relative to Ecopax's cups/containers.
• Dart Container Corporation: Major US manufacturer of foam, paper, and plastic foodservice containers, cups, and hinged containers. Offers an overlapping product set to Ecopax and reaches restaurants through the same foodservice distribution network, making it a direct comparable on takeout containers.
• Eco-Products (Novolex): Specialty foodservice packaging brand under Novolex focused on compostable plates, bowls, cups and cutlery for restaurants. Directly comparable to Ecopax in sustainability-positioned foodservice disposables and competes for the same environmentally minded restaurant accounts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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