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Glass Storage Containers 550 ml
Original price was: ₹599.00.₹199.00Current price is: ₹199.00.
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Glass Storage Containers for Kitchen & Food Storage
Glass storage containers are food-grade glass boxes with an airtight lid, built for keeping cooked meals, cut vegetables, leftovers and prepped food fresh in the fridge, freezer or on a kitchen counter. Unlike a glass jar, which is meant for one thing sitting in one spot on a shelf, a storage container is meant to move โ fridge to microwave, counter to lunch bag, and back again.
Silicox makes and supplies glass storage containers out of Ahmedabad to homes, restaurants, cloud kitchens, distributors and hotels across India. Every container goes through a lid-seal check before it leaves the warehouse โ a container that leaks in a fridge or a tiffin bag isn’t doing its job, no matter how good the glass looks.
The range runs from single-serve 550ml containers with a protective outer sleeve through to larger multi-compartment sets for meal prep. Beyond the website, Silicox glass storage containers are also listed on Amazon and Meesho for buyers who’d rather order a small quantity through a marketplace they already use.
550ml Glass Storage Container with Protective Sleeve
This is the container most first-time buyers start with, so it’s worth describing properly instead of burying it in a spec sheet.
The 550ml size hits a sweet spot โ big enough for a full meal (rice, sabzi and a roti, roughly), small enough to still fit upright in a standard fridge door shelf or a lunch bag without wasting space. The glass body sits inside a plastic protective sleeve, which does two jobs: it softens the impact if the container gets knocked around in a bag, and it gives you a grip that bare glass doesn’t have, especially when your hands are a bit wet or oily straight out of the kitchen.
The lid is airtight โ clip-lock style, sealing against a silicone gasket around the rim rather than relying on the plastic alone. That’s the part that actually keeps gravy from leaking sideways in a bag, not the sleeve.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 550ml |
| Body | Food-grade glass with plastic protective sleeve |
| Lid type | Clip-lock, airtight, silicone gasket seal |
| Best for | Meal prep, lunch box, fridge storage, reheating |
| Microwave use | Glass body is microwave-safe; remove sleeve and clip-lid before heating |
Why Glass Storage Containers Beat Plastic
Plastic tiffin boxes turn orange after a few rounds of turmeric-heavy sabzi, and no amount of scrubbing fully takes that stain back out. Glass doesn’t stain like that at all, which is the main reason people switch once they’ve gone through two or three plastic sets in a couple of years.
There’s also the microwave issue. Reheating food in a plastic container that wasn’t built for it can leach chemicals into the food over repeated use โ genuinely not something you want happening to your lunch every day. Glass has no such concern; it goes from fridge to microwave to table without anyone needing to think twice about it.
The trade-off is weight and drop-risk, which is exactly why the 550ml container above comes with a protective sleeve โ it’s Silicox’s answer to “glass is heavier and can crack,” not a design afterthought.
| Property | Glass Container | Plastic Container |
|---|---|---|
| Staining from turmeric/oil | Doesn’t stain | Discolours permanently over time |
| Microwave reheating | Safe, no leaching concern | Depends on grade; risk with repeated heating |
| Odour after washing | None | Often retains smell |
| Drop resistance | Improved with protective sleeve | Naturally higher |
| Weight | Heavier | Lighter |
What to Store in a Glass Storage Container
A glass jar sits still on a shelf. A storage container is meant to travel and get reused daily โ which changes what actually matters when picking one.
Daily Lunch Box / Tiffin
The 550ml size is the most common pick here โ enough for one full meal, light enough with the sleeve on to carry comfortably, and the clip-lock lid stops gravy from shifting around in transit.
Meal Prep & Fridge Storage
Batch-cooked meals stored in glass keep their texture and smell better than in plastic over 2-3 days in the fridge, and you can see what’s inside without opening every container to check.
Cut Vegetables & Fruits
Glass doesn’t pick up smell between uses, so a container that held onions yesterday won’t taint the mangoes stored in it today.
Leftovers Going Straight to Microwave
No transferring food to a separate microwave-safe dish โ the glass body goes straight in, sleeve and lid off first.
Glass Storage Containers for Cloud Kitchens, Hotels & Retail
A home buyer wants one or two containers that work well. A business needs the same container, reliably, in volume โ here’s what matters for each segment Silicox works with.
Cloud Kitchens & Tiffin Services
Consistent sizing across a large batch matters more here than almost anywhere else โ a customer getting a half-empty-looking container because the sizes varied is a bad look for a delivery brand. Samples available before a full order.
Retail Stores & E-Commerce Sellers
Buyers on a shelf or online listing judge on the sleeve fit, lid mechanism and how premium the glass looks in photos. Private labelling is available on eligible volumes.
Hotels & Hospitality Groups
Procurement teams typically want food-safety documentation and confirmed delivery timelines before a vendor gets approved โ Silicox can provide product specs to support that process.
Distributors & Wholesalers
Reliable reorder stock and packaging that survives the distribution chain are the two things that matter most. Volume pricing is available on core SKUs.
Why Buy Glass Storage Containers From Silicox
| What Matters | Silicox | Typical General-Trade Supplier |
|---|---|---|
| Lid seal quality | Checked before dispatch, silicone gasket | Often unspecified |
| Protective sleeve fit | Sized to the glass body, no slack | Frequently loose or ill-fitting |
| Stock consistency | Ready stock on core SKUs | Import-on-order, longer lead times |
| Private label | Available on eligible volumes | Rarely offered |
| Where to buy | Direct, plus Amazon & Meesho | Usually one channel only |
Where to Buy Silicox Glass Storage Containers
Different order sizes suit different channels โ here’s the honest breakdown.
Direct from Silicox
Best route for bulk, wholesale, or private-label orders โ cloud kitchens, hotels, retailers and distributors typically buy this way, since pricing and packaging get matched to the actual order size.
Amazon
Silicox glass storage containers are listed on Amazon for single-unit or small-set home buyers who want standard delivery and returns through a marketplace they already trust.
Meesho
Also available on Meesho, mainly for resellers and home buyers ordering smaller quantities at marketplace pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Glass Storage Containers
What are glass storage containers used for?
Glass storage containers are food-grade glass boxes with an airtight lid, used for meal prep, storing leftovers, packing lunch or tiffin, and keeping cut fruits or vegetables fresh in the fridge. Unlike a plain glass jar, they’re built to move โ fridge, microwave, bag, and back โ not just sit on a shelf.
What’s the difference between a glass jar and a glass storage container?
A glass jar is usually for one dry item sitting in one place โ spices, rice, pickle. A glass storage container is built for cooked or prepped food that moves around daily, so it’s shaped for stacking, fits a lunch bag, and often comes with a protective outer sleeve for extra grip and drop protection.
Is the 550ml glass container big enough for a full meal?
Yes, for one person’s meal โ rice, a sabzi portion and a roti fit comfortably with a bit of headroom under the lid. It’s the size most buyers pick for a daily lunch box.
What is the plastic sleeve on the glass container for?
It’s a protective outer casing that cushions the glass if the container gets knocked around in a bag, and gives a better grip than bare glass, especially with wet or oily hands. It’s removable for cleaning or for microwaving.
Can I put the glass container in the microwave with the lid and sleeve on?
No โ remove the plastic sleeve and the clip-lock lid before microwaving. The glass body itself is microwave-safe; the plastic parts aren’t meant for direct heat.
Are glass storage containers freezer-safe?
Yes, with a bit of headspace left for liquids to expand as they freeze. Avoid moving a container straight from the freezer to a hot stove or oven โ that sudden temperature jump is what can crack glass, not the freezing itself.
How do I know if the lid seal is actually airtight?
Fill it partway with water, clip the lid shut at normal pressure, and turn it upside down over a sink for 30 seconds. No leak at the rim means the gasket is sealing properly. A steady drip means the lid isn’t fully closing.
Do glass storage containers stain from turmeric or oil-based food?
No โ this is one of the main reasons people move from plastic to glass. Turmeric and oil stain plastic permanently over repeated use; glass stays exactly as it was.
Is Silicox available on Amazon or Meesho?
Yes โ Silicox glass storage containers are listed on both Amazon and Meesho for buyers who want smaller quantities through a marketplace. For bulk, wholesale or private-label orders, buying direct from Silicox works out better on pricing and packaging.
Do you supply glass storage containers to cloud kitchens and tiffin services?
Yes, this is one of Silicox’s larger buyer segments. Cloud kitchens and tiffin services usually need consistent sizing across a large batch and reliable reorder stock โ contact us with your monthly volume for pricing.
Is private labelling available on bulk container orders?
Yes, on eligible volumes. Share the target SKU, estimated monthly quantity and branding brief, and we’ll confirm minimum order quantity and label lead times.
What’s the minimum order quantity for wholesale glass containers?
This varies by SKU and buyer type โ retail sellers generally have a lower threshold than formal distributors. Reach out with your requirement and we’ll confirm the MOQ.
Looking for Glass Storage Containers at Wholesale Prices?
Whether it’s a 550ml container for a daily lunch box or a bulk order for a cloud kitchen, hotel or distributor, Silicox supplies food-grade glass storage containers with reliable stock and nationwide delivery. Smaller quantities are also available through Amazon and Meesho.
Talk to us: +91 93271 76336 ยท info@silicox.in
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15 × 15 × 10 cm |





















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