<a href="mailto:rosupack@ite.group">marketing@ite.group</a>

Email

<span style="color:rgb(40,70,120);font-family:__parabolica_aa18b6, __parabolica_Fallback_aa18b6, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, sans-serif, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Symbol&quot;, &quot;Noto Color Emoji&quot;;">16-18 June&nbsp; 10:00-18:00<span style="color:rgb(40,70,120);font-family:__parabolica_aa18b6, __parabolica_Fallback_aa18b6, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, sans-serif, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Symbol&quot;, &quot;Noto Color Emoji&quot;;">19 June&nbsp; 10:00-16:00

Opening Times

Helpline

<span style="color:rgb(40,70,120);font-family:__parabolica_aa18b6, __parabolica_Fallback_aa18b6, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, sans-serif, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Symbol&quot;, &quot;Noto Color Emoji&quot;;">Pavilion 2 and 3, Crocus Expo IEC, Moscow

Venue

<a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/exhibit/exhibitor-enquiry/">Enquire to Exhibit</a><a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/newsletter/">Newsletter Sign up</a><a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/visitor-registration/">Register as Visitor</a>

Quick Links

Find us on

co-located with

About

Exhibit

Attend

Industry Insights

Connect

Media Gallery

Around&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wri.org/insights/how-much-food-does-the-world-waste">40% of all food</a> produced is lost or wasted, and a fair slice occurs after items are packed and shipped.&nbsp;Edible packaging tackles part of this by turning the container into food-grade material that can be eaten, composted, or safely discarded without residue. Think millet cups, biscuit bowls, seaweed films, and starch-based spoons that carry product, hold form long enough for serving, and then leave nothing troublesome behind.&nbsp;<h2>Start With The Why And Reduce Waste By Design</h2>&nbsp;Edible formats sit inside a broader move away from single-use plastics that linger in bins and sorting centres. The goal: use renewable, food-safe materials that provide short-term structure and eliminate friction at disposal. Edible packaging removes the need for binning, sorting, or extra handling after service. For operators, the value lies in lower waste volume, cleaner venues, and a clear story about what happens after the last bite.&nbsp;<h2>From Millet To Marine Materials For Edible Packaging</h2>&nbsp;Before choosing a format, it helps to know the building blocks and how they behave in real settings. &nbsp;<ul><li>Grains such as millet, rice, or oats form rigid cups and bowls that stay crisp for a set window, typically 10–30 minutes with hot liquids. &nbsp;</li><li>Seaweed yields flexible, water-soluble films suited to single-serve sauces, gels, or seasoning packets where portion control matters. &nbsp;</li><li>Starch and proteins create spoons, cones, and wraps with a clean snap; flavour and sweetness can be tuned to the dish. &nbsp;</li></ul>Each material brings trade-offs—grains offer structure and crunch but require humidity control. Seaweed films thrive in short-life formats yet dislike standing moisture. Protein blends can add strength, though taste and allergen labelling need careful handling.&nbsp;<h2>Structure With Purpose And Formats That Hold Up</h2>&nbsp;Not every edible container belongs in every service model. Success comes from matching form to dwell time and menu. Begin with a narrow menu slot and expand once service timing and guest flow are consistent. &nbsp;<ul><li>Cups and bowls can carry soups, smoothies, or desserts if serving times are short and staff avoid premature fill. &nbsp;</li><li>Edible cutlery suits hot or cold dishes, especially where guests eat on the move and waste bins are limited. &nbsp;</li><li>Biscuit-based holders work well for plated desserts that benefit from a crunchy base. &nbsp;</li><li>Pods and films handle condiments, oils, or powdered mixes with tight portion control. &nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Food-Safe Without Fuss Meeting Hygiene And Safety Standards</h2>&nbsp;Edible containers are still packaging, so they must meet food-contact rules and hygiene practices. That means documented allergen lists, clean-room handling where appropriate, and clear labelling for storage and use. Quality teams should reference Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) when setting specs. Secondary wraps may be needed to protect items from moisture or handling before service; those wraps should be easy to separate at the counter.&nbsp;<h2>Where It Fits In Service Models That Suit Edible Formats</h2>&nbsp;Use cases expand when logistics are predictable and dwell times are short. Quick-serve counters benefit from fast fill-to-handover cycles. Events and festivals benefit from reduced waste and faster clean-downs. Airlines and rail services can trim cabin waste weight on short sectors. Meal kits can include edible film sachets for sauces, removing small plastic tubs from the bill of materials.&nbsp;<h2>Fit On Today’s Lines With Machinery And Scale-Up</h2>&nbsp;Commercial rollouts rely on kits that teams already know. Many rigid forms are pressed or baked in moulds, then cooled and packed on standard conveyors. Films and pods run on common sealers once dwell and pressure are tuned. Suppliers should map how their formats integrate with&nbsp;<a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/sectors/packaging-production-machinery/">packaging production machinery</a> on the show floor, including forming, sealing, and quality checks. For higher-risk items, inline metal checks and visual standards for colour and finish maintain quality during peaks.&nbsp;As edible formats scale, they can be considered part of a broader toolkit that also includes&nbsp;<a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/articles/next-gen-active-packaging-from-moisture-control-to-antimicrobial-layers/">next-gen active packaging</a>, giving procurement and R&amp;D teams a spectrum of functional solutions to extend life, cut waste, and simplify disposal.&nbsp;<h2>See It Live With Trials, Tasting, and Buyer Feedback</h2>&nbsp;Real confidence comes from hands-on trials. Teams planning to&nbsp;<a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/attend/why-visit/">visit exhibition</a> halls can bring menu items, test serving windows at demonstration stations, and gather feedback on mouthfeel and handling from both staff and guests. Short surveys and timed tastings reveal practical adjustments that rarely show up in lab data.&nbsp;<h2>Exhibit Where It Gets Real</h2>&nbsp;If you produce edible cups, films, or containers that can hold up in real service, now is the moment to meet buyers who want formats they can trial at scale. Bring line-ready samples, shelf-life data, and clear handling instructions. Be ready to explain how your formats run, store, and label in active service environments. To secure the best position and meet high-intent procurement teams, submit an&nbsp;<a href="https://rosupackexpo.com/exhibit/exhibitor-enquiry/">exhibit enquiry</a> and book a stand near live forming and sealing demos, where buying decisions happen in real time.

Edible Packaging: From Millet Cups to Food-Grade, Functional Containers

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026

RosUpack 2026