Karat Packaging Inc.

Karat Packaging Inc. is a specialty distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and related items, operating primarily through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lollicup USA Inc.. Founded in 2000, the company's mission is to be the premier single-source provider for all its customers' food packaging and disposable product needs nationwide. Its headquarters are located in Chino, California.

The company offers a diverse range of products, including food and take-out containers, bags, tableware, cups, lids, cutlery, straws, specialty beverage ingredients, gloves, and janitorial supplies. These products are available in various materials such as plastic, paper, biopolymer-based, and other compostable forms. Karat Packaging markets its offerings under several brands, including Karat®, Karat Earth® (focused on eco-friendly and sustainable options), Tea Zone®, and Total Clean®. Beyond products, the company provides customized solutions encompassing new product development, design, printing, and logistics services. It serves a broad customer base, including national and regional restaurants, foodservice settings, distributors, retail establishments, and e-commerce channels.

Led by Co-Founder, CEO, and Chairman Alan Yu, Karat Packaging Inc. is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol KRT. The company maintains a strong market position as a leading provider of foodservice packaging, emphasizing sustainability and a vertically integrated business model. Recent activities include the declaration of quarterly cash dividends and the broadening of its global sourcing strategy. Karat Packaging reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results in March 2026, demonstrating sales growth and margin resilience, and is scheduled to report its first-quarter 2026 results in May 2026.