Inline Plastics Introduces First 8×6 Black-Base Safe-TChef® Clamshell with Built-In Tamper Protection
SHELTON, CT – [March 24, 2026] – Inline Plastics announces the latest innovation in its Safe-T-Chef® line: the first black matte base option in the 8×6 clamshell (SKUs C8616BF & C8616BD), featuring visible tamper protection and leak resistance.
“The addition of a black-base option to our 8×6 Safe T-Chef line gives operators more flexibility to elevate presentation while maintaining the safety and
performance they rely on,” said Marlene Bautista, Product Portfolio Manager at Inline Plastics. “This innovation reflects our continued focus on packaging solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.”
Engineered for foodservice, heat-and-eat meals, and prepared meal programs, these polypropylene containers are microwave-safe and built to support fresh, ready-to-heat offerings.
The new black matte base creates a bold contrast that helps colorful ingredients stand out, making it an ideal choice for dishes with sauces, vegetables, and proteins where visual appeal matters. The darker base allows the food to take center stage, helping businesses present meals that look as good on the shelf as they do on the plate.
What truly differentiates this Safe-T-Chef offering is its integrated tamper protection system. Every container features a tamper-evident tear strip paired with a
tamper-resistant perimeter seal that doubles as a leak resistant barrier, giving merchandisers confidence when packaging foods with sauces, juices, and other
high-moisture components. These built-in protections ensure meals remain secure, intact, and visibly unopened from kitchen to consumer.
Customers can select from two distinct configurations to match their merchandising needs. Flat lids create a sleek, low-profile package ideal for efficient stacking,
transport, and shelf-ready presentation, while domed lids provide additional space for larger entrées or dishes that require extra height.
View full product specifications for the flat- and domed-lid versions and request your free samples today!
About Inline Plastics
Inline Plastics, headquartered in Shelton, CT, is the leading manufacturer of innovative, high-quality, crystal-clear food packaging with over 55 years of experience. The company transformed the marketplace with its Safe-T-Fresh® tamper-resistant and tamper-evident technology, and continues to design packaging solutions that keep food safe, fresh, and visually appealing across retail, foodservice, and distribution channels. The company also offers a complete line of automated equipment to close, lock, and label its packaging. For more information on their extensive lineup of award-winning products, visit inlineplastics.com.
Contact:
Carrie Cline
Senior Brand Manager, Inline Plastics
203-924-5933 x7085
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