Xiamen Ineeds Silicone Gift Co., Ltd is a manufacturer with years of silicone production experience. The silicone ice tray is made from food-grade silicone using integrated molding, with FDA and LFGB food-contact documentation available.
The tray has a wall thickness of 3 mm and a hardness of 45±5 Shore A. Ice releases with a light push from the bottom, without twisting or cracking. The material is rated for temperatures from -40°C to 230°C, which allows boiling-water sterilization and dishwasher cleaning.
Common applications include home ice making, bartending, food freezing, baking, and outdoor camping. Mold shapes can be developed from standard square ice to brand-exclusive designs, with Pantone color matching available. Surface processes include silk screen printing, laser engraving, and heat transfer printing. Packaging can be customized to the buyer's requirements with a low minimum order quantity.
| Item | Details |
| Material | Food-grade platinum-cured silicone; BPA-free, phthalate-free |
| Hardness | 45±5 Shore A; balanced flexibility and structural strength |
| Wall Thickness | 3 mm uniform wall thickness for crack-free demolding |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to 230°C; dishwasher and boiling-water safe |
| Surface Finish | Matte finish; easy push-out release; low odor |
| Compliance & Documentation | FDA food-contact, LFGB, CE, REACH SVHC; test reports available |
| Available Shapes | Square, round, sphere; lid option for odor prevention |
| Customization | Custom mold, Pantone color matching, silk screen / laser engraving / heat transfer, custom packaging |
The matte surface and uniform 3 mm wall thickness allow ice to release with a simple push from the bottom. The tray does not need to be twisted or bent, which reduces the chance of cracking the ice or stressing the silicone.
The material is rated from -40°C to 230°C. This covers freezer use for ice, as well as oven use for baking or chocolate setting. The tray can be placed in the dishwasher or rinsed with boiling water for sterilization.
Stock shapes include square, round, and sphere. A lid option helps prevent freezer odors from being absorbed. For buyers with specific design requirements, custom molds can be developed from a sketch or CAD file.
These silicone ice cube trays are not limited to water ice. The same tray can be used for baby food portions, chocolate, jelly, cocktail garnishes, and frozen pet treats. The non-porous surface releases all of these without residue.
The table below compares the key performance factors of a standard silicone tray with the specifications used by INEEDS in its production.
| Criteria | Typical Low-Quality Tray | INEEDS Silicone Tray |
| Odor | Chemical smell may persist after repeated use | Post-cured to reduce volatiles; low odor out of the package |
| Release | May require forceful twisting; ice can crack or stick | Push from the bottom; ice releases without twisting |
| Wall Thickness | Uneven thickness; thin spots may crack over time | 3 mm uniform wall thickness |
| Hardness | Too soft and collapses, or too hard to release | 45±5 Shore A; balanced flexibility and strength |
| Temperature Range | May warp at high heat or become brittle in freezing | -40°C to 230°C; withstands boiling water |
| Lifespan | Hardens and deforms after repeated freeze-thaw cycles | Maintains elasticity through repeated use |
| Material Safety | May contain BPA, plasticizers, or other restricted substances | BPA-free and phthalate-free; FDA, LFGB, CE, REACH documentation available |
INEEDS handles full in-house production: proprietary compounding, vacuum vulcanization, and closed-loop QC. 75 machines maintain consistent quality across every batch.
INEEDS supports custom mold development for the ice cube mold line. The process works as follows:
Custom molds remain exclusive to the buyer and are not shared with other clients. The minimum order quantity for custom shapes is set at a level that allows buyers to test the market before scaling up.
The tray is made from food-grade platinum-cured silicone. The material is BPA-free and phthalate-free, with no added plasticizers. A post-curing step reduces volatile compounds, resulting in a product with minimal odor out of the packaging.
Compliance documentation covers FDA food-contact requirements, LFGB, CE, and REACH SVHC. Test reports are available to qualified buyers upon request. For orders shipped to the European market, we recommend confirming the applicable standards for the intended use during the inquiry stage.
The images below show laboratory and audit certifications held by our testing partners and production facility. Specific test reports for this product can be provided upon request.
A: The trays are made from food-grade platinum-cured silicone, which is BPA-free and phthalate-free. Documentation for FDA food-contact, LFGB, CE, and REACH SVHC is available. Test reports can be provided upon request.
A: A low MOQ is available for both stock and custom shapes, allowing buyers to start with a trial order before committing to larger volumes. Please contact us with your specific requirements for a quotation.
A: Custom mold samples are typically delivered in 7-10 business days. Mold development is completed in-house with 4 CNC machines, without outsourcing delays.
A: Yes. Custom molds can be developed from your design. Pantone color matching is available, along with silk screen printing, laser engraving, and heat transfer. Packaging options include retail blister packs, gift boxes, and multi-color combos.
A: Production runs in-house with 75 machines, covering compounding, molding, and inspection. Testing equipment checks each batch for hardness, wall thickness, and surface quality. Batch samples are kept for traceability.
A: Yes. The silicone ice molds can be used for baby food portions, chocolate, jelly, frozen pet treats, and cocktail garnishes. The temperature range of -40°C to 230°C covers both freezing and baking applications.
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