In East Africa, the demand for aluminium foil products has been growing rapidly, driven by the expanding food service, catering, and packaging industries. Aluminium foil rolls and containers have become essential materials for restaurants, hotels, bakeries, and takeaway businesses. Their versatility, durability, and recyclability make them the preferred packaging solution across the region.
Countries such as Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Ethiopia have seen a strong rise in food delivery, catering, and bakery services. This trend has boosted the consumption of food-grade aluminium foil rolls and disposable foil containers, which are now widely used for cooking, wrapping, baking, and takeaway packaging.
Both household users and commercial kitchens in East Africa rely on aluminium foil to maintain food freshness, retain heat, and enhance hygiene during preparation and storage.
Across East Africa, aluminium foil rolls are supplied in different widths and thicknesses to suit local usage habits.
The most popular specifications include:
30cm × 50m (16–18 micron) – standard household and restaurant use
30cm × 75m / 100ft (18–20 micron) – suitable for daily food wrapping and oven use
45cm × 90m (20 micron) – a wider, heavy-duty option favoured by hotels and bakeries in Kenya and Uganda
12 inch × 300ft / 1000ft (22–25 micron) – catering-grade rolls for large kitchens and food processors
Buyers in East Africa often prefer stronger and thicker foils to avoid tearing during wrapping or transport, especially for grilled and takeaway foods.
In East African markets, aluminium foil containers are often referred to by model codes rather than dimensions.
Among the most frequently ordered models are:
#8389 – medium-depth rectangular container (800ml), ideal for meals and catering
#8342 – 450ml, shallower type for bakery and dessert packaging
#8367 – 670ml, deep tray used for roasting or family-size takeaway dishes
#8325 – 260ml, compact box for snacks, rice, or side dishes
These model numbers are now widely recognised across Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda as standard aluminium foil container references, helping buyers and suppliers communicate easily.
Most of these containers are oven-safe, freezer-safe, and 100% recyclable, making them perfect for modern food service operations.
With over 10 years of manufacturing experience, Zhengzhou Eming Aluminium Industry Co., Ltd. is a trusted supplier of aluminium foil rolls and containers to Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
We offer:
Foil rolls, containers, pop-up sheets, and hair foils
Customised thickness, size, and packaging
OEM & private label production
Logo printing on boxes and cartons
Food-grade, eco-friendly materials certified to international standards
Eming Aluminium continues to work closely with importers and distributors across East Africa, providing stable quality, competitive prices, and on-time delivery.
Contact Us:
Email: inquiry@emingfoil.com
Website: www.emfoilpaper.com
WhatsApp: +86 17729770866
Zhengzhou Eming Aluminium Industry Co., Ltd. — Your Reliable Aluminium Foil Partner from China.
