Food Safe Cling Film

What Makes Cling Film 'Food Safe'?

Food safe cling film is manufactured to comply with food contact material regulations. That means the film won't leach harmful chemicals into the food it touches — critical when you're wrapping raw proteins, acidic sauces, or anything going back into a cold or hot hold environment.

The cling film we stock is catering-grade PVC or PVC-free formulation depending on the line. Check the product detail for the specific food contact compliance information before you order.

• Suitable for direct food contact
• Works in cold and short-term hot applications
• Strong cling that holds without extra tape or bands
• Perforated or straight-tear options available

Which Roll Width Do You Need?

Getting the right width saves time and film waste. Here's a rough guide:

• 300mm (30cm): Standard bench roll. Good for wrapping individual portions, covering small prep containers, or protecting cut produce.
• 450mm (45cm): The workhorse width for most commercial kitchens. Covers a gastronorm tray without two pulls.
• 600mm (60cm): High-volume operations. Ideal if you're wrapping large trays or doing bulk prep runs on a Saturday morning.

Core size matters too. Most catering dispensers take a standard 45mm core. Check your dispenser before ordering a case of the wrong size.

PVC vs PVC-Free Cling Film

Standard catering cling film is PVC-based. It clings well, tolerates cold temperatures, and is cost-effective at volume. It's the default for most kitchens and the most widely stocked option we carry.

PVC-free (typically PE or PVDC-free formulations) is available for operators who have a policy against PVC in their kitchen, or who want to reduce plasticiser exposure. Cling can be slightly less aggressive on some PVC-free films, so test it on your specific containers before committing to a full case order.

Neither option is compostable. If that matters for your waste programme, talk to us about alternatives like beeswax wraps or reusable covers for some applications.

Bulk Cling Film for High-Volume Kitchens

Buying a single roll at a supermarket is not a viable strategy for a busy kitchen. A case of catering cling film works out significantly cheaper per metre and means you're not sending someone out mid-service to grab more.

We sell by the case. Volume pricing is available on larger orders. If you're running multiple sites or want to set up a regular order, get in touch directly and we'll sort it.

• Case quantities available on all stocked lines
• Order by 4pm NZ business days for same-day dispatch
• Nationwide delivery across New Zealand

Cling Film and Food Safety in Practice

The film is only part of the equation. A few things worth knowing for your food safety programme:

• Label everything you wrap. Date labels on cling-wrapped containers are required under most food safety plans. Pair your cling film with dissolvable or removable labels.
• Don't wrap hot food tightly. Standard PVC cling film isn't designed for steam contact. Let hot items cool before tight-wrapping, or use vented covers.
• Store rolls clean and dry. A roll that's been sitting near the fryer picking up grease isn't doing your cross-contamination controls any favours.
• Replace your dispenser blade regularly. A blunt blade causes tearing and slow pulls. Spare blades are cheap. Lost patience mid-service is not.