A disposable paper cup is a single-use, food-grade cup made from paperboard with a polyethylene (PE) coating or similar barrier layer, designed to hold cold and hot beverages without leaking. KingHonor Paper Products Co., Ltd. is a Vietnam-based manufacturer of disposable paper cups, paper bowls, and food containers, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, with its factory in Long An Province. This article explains what disposable paper cups are, how common types differ, what materials and compliance requirements matter, and how to approach a first bulk inquiry.

The problem: choosing a disposable paper cup without a structured baseline

Buyers entering the disposable packaging category face a specification problem. Cup types include single-layer, double-layer, hollow, and cold-drink constructions, and sizes range from a 3oz cold drink cup to a 44oz single-layer cup. Material wording also varies: “PE coated paper,” “double PE coated paper,” and “kraft paper with PE coating” describe different substrates and barrier builds.

Without a structured baseline, procurement teams under-specify the cup, discover leak issues during service, or pay for a heavier construction than the beverage actually requires. This article provides a reference framework using KingHonor’s documented product range as the example, so buyers can ask better questions before requesting a quote.

Industry background: disposable paper cups in the global and Vietnam market

The global disposable cups market was valued at USD 17.40 billion in 2024, with paper cups accounting for over 61% of total sales (Grand View Research). Within this category, Vietnam is an established production and export base.

• The Vietnam paper cup market reached USD 41.5 million in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 57.9 million by 2034 (IMARC Group).
• Vietnam’s paper cup manufacturing industry has seen annual growth rates of 20–25%, with 2022 domestic consumption estimated at 4.2 billion units and exports at 1.2 billion units (Vietnam Packaging Association).
• Vietnam’s paper and pulp industry recorded export turnover exceeding USD 2.7 billion in 2024, maintaining a growth rate of 10–12% per year (General Department of Vietnam Customs).

Regulatory context shapes what buyers must verify. In Vietnam, manufacturers must comply with National Technical Regulation QCVN 12-1:2011/BYT on the safety and hygiene of synthetic resin implements and packaging in direct contact with food. For buyers selling into the EU, the Single-Use Plastics Directive (EU 2019/904) requires beverage cups containing plastic to bear a “Plastic in Product” label, and the regulation is driving a transition toward plastic-free coatings such as water-based barriers by 2026.

The solution: KingHonor as a documented reference for disposable paper cup supply

KingHonor Paper Products Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer specializing in disposable paper cups, paper bowls, and food containers. The company operates a 50,000m² factory in Long An Province, Vietnam, employs 200+ people, and produces 20,000 tons of food-grade PE coated paper plus more than 2 billion paper cups and paper food containers per year.

Company capabilities include a 20-person core technical R&D team, an export ratio of 60%, and main markets in the United States, China, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. KingHonor holds BRCGS Packaging Materials certification (Cert. C0691603-BRC4). Customization services cover size, design, logo printing, and eco-friendly material selection, supported by the company’s stated commitment to recyclable and biodegradable raw materials.

Documented disposable paper cup types

KingHonor’s documented product range includes the following disposable paper cup types:

• Disposable single-layer paper cup — plain cup, models 8oz, 10oz, 12oz, 16oz, 20oz, 24oz, 32oz, 44oz; cup paper with PE coating.
• Disposable double-layer paper cup — model 20oz, size 90×153×60mm; double PE coated cup paper.
• Disposable hollow paper cup — unprinted, models 8oz, 12oz, 16oz; cup paper with PE coating.
• Disposable cold drink paper cup — model A3oz, size 62×62×42mm; PE coated paper.
• Disposable beverage paper cup — printed model 9oz, size 75×87×53mm, double PE coated paper; custom logo model 80oz, size 80×90×56mm, PE coated paper.
• Custom disposable paper cup — model 20oz, size 90×153×60mm; double PE coated paper.

The same production system also covers Kraft Paper Soup Buckets (8oz, 12oz, 16oz, 26oz, 32oz), disposable paper bowls (models 500 to 1500), disposable paper food containers (models 500 to 1100), square kraft food boxes, and disposable boat-shaped boxes for catering and takeaway.

Step-by-step: how to specify a disposable paper cup

1. Define the operating condition. Confirm whether the cup will serve cold beverages, hot beverages, or both. KingHonor’s documented applications cover room-temperature environments compatible with cold and hot beverages across hotels, milk tea chains, fast food, and airlines.
2. Select the cup construction. Choose between single-layer, double-layer, hollow, and cold-drink designs. Note that hollow cups in the KingHonor range are unprinted, which limits branding scope on that construction.
3. Check the material and coating. Single-layer cups use cup paper plus PE coating; the 20oz double-layer cup uses double PE coated cup paper; printed 9oz and custom 20oz cups also use double PE coated paper. The typical project requirement is food-grade material, double PE coating, and leak-proof performance.
4. Verify supplier compliance. Ask for the manufacturer’s food-contact documentation. KingHonor holds BRCGS Packaging Materials certification (Cert. C0691603-BRC4), and Vietnam’s national framework includes QCVN 12-1:2011/BYT for food-contact resin packaging.
5. Plan customization and sampling. Size, design, logo printing, and eco-friendly material selection are serviced directly by the manufacturer, so a sample request should include the target model, dimensions, and print scope.

Use cases: where disposable paper cups and related containers are applied

KingHonor supplies disposable paper cups to various large hotel groups, milk tea chains, fast food restaurants, and airlines, with products also exported to the United States, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and other regions. Application settings include business offices, coffee shops, bakeries, and catering service operations.

In these environments, the documented special requirements are food-grade material, double PE coating, leak-proof performance, and customizable printing. Cup lids, cup dispensers, and custom printing equipment are listed as compatible supporting equipment, which matters for operators who want to integrate cups into existing service lines.

Comparison: disposable paper cup types at a glance

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Conclusion

Disposable paper cups are a specification-driven packaging category. The key variables are cup construction (single-layer, double-layer, hollow, cold-drink), material coating (PE coated, double PE coated, kraft with PE coating), model size, and food-contact compliance. Buyers who map these variables before contacting a supplier reduce the risk of leak issues, compliance gaps, and misaligned costs.

KingHonor Paper Products Co., Ltd. provides a documented reference point: a 50,000m² factory in Long An Province, Vietnam, annual output of more than 2 billion cups and containers, an export ratio of 60%, and BRCGS Packaging Materials certification (Cert. C0691603-BRC4). For a first evaluation, download the brochure, confirm the target model and print scope, and ask for a sample before committing to bulk production.