Product Overview
1 lb. Wide Mouth Queenline Plastic Honey Containers with Lids – Case of 50
Package, protect, and beautifully present your honey with these 1 lb. Wide Mouth Queenline Plastic Honey Containers with Lids. Designed specifically for beekeepers, honey producers, farm markets, and specialty food businesses, these classic Queenline jars combine professional presentation with practical functionality.
Featuring the iconic Queenline honey jar shape that consumers instantly recognize, these containers help showcase the natural beauty of your honey while providing a durable, lightweight, and convenient packaging solution. The wide-mouth opening makes filling, bottling, and dispensing honey easier while reducing mess during processing.
Measuring approximately 3 inches wide by 5.325 inches tall, these containers feature a wide neck opening and use a 58mm white plastic screw-top lid, providing a secure seal and professional appearance that honey producers trust.
Whether you're selling raw honey, wildflower honey, clover honey, creamed honey, or specialty varietal honeys, these containers provide an attractive retail-ready package that customers recognize and appreciate.
Each case includes 50 plastic Queenline honey containers and matching 58mm white plastic screw-top lids.
At-A-Glance
✓ Holds 1 Pound of Honey
✓ Classic Queenline Jar Design
✓ Wide Mouth Opening
✓ Includes Matching 58mm White Plastic Screw-Top Lids
✓ Case of 50 Containers
✓ Durable Food-Grade Plastic
✓ BPA-Free Construction
✓ Excellent Product Visibility
✓ Easy Filling & Bottling
✓ Popular with Beekeepers & Honey Producers
✓ Ideal for Farmers Markets & Retail Sales
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Queenline Plastic Honey Container |
| Honey Capacity | 1 lb. Honey Weight |
| Quantity | Case of 50 |
| Includes Lids | Yes |
| Lid Type | 58mm White Plastic Screw-Top Lid |
| Material | BPA-Free Plastic |
| Mouth Style | Wide Mouth |
| Color | Clear |
| Width | 3" |
| Height | 5.325" |
| Reusable | Yes |
Label Panel Dimensions
These containers feature both front and back label panels for professional branding and product information.
| Label Area | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Front Panel | 3-1/4" Wide × 5-1/2" Tall |
| Back Panel | 3-1/4" Wide × 5-1/2" Tall |
Perfect for:
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Honey labels
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Nutrition information
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Apiary branding
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QR codes
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Product descriptions
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Educational content
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Traceability information
What Is a Queenline Honey Jar?
The Queenline jar is one of the most recognizable honey container styles in North America.
Its distinctive design has become closely associated with premium honey products and is widely used by:
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Hobby beekeepers
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Sideliner beekeepers
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Commercial honey producers
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Farm stores
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Farmers markets
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Specialty food retailers
The classic shape helps consumers immediately identify the product as honey while creating a professional retail appearance.
Why Choose Wide Mouth Honey Containers?
Wide-mouth honey containers offer several advantages over narrow-neck designs.
Easier Filling
The wide neck opening simplifies bottling and reduces spills during honey extraction and packaging. Many beekeepers prefer wide-mouth containers because they work efficiently with honey gates, bottling tanks, and small-scale honey filling operations.
Better for Creamed Honey
Wide-mouth containers make it easier to package, dispense, and enjoy creamed honey products.
Convenient for Consumers
Customers can easily access every drop of honey using spoons, spatulas, or honey dippers.
Faster Production
Many beekeepers find wide-mouth containers improve bottling efficiency during honey harvest season.
Secure 58mm Lid System
These containers utilize a 58mm white plastic screw-top lid, one of the most common closure sizes used throughout the honey industry. The secure closure helps maintain freshness while providing an attractive retail appearance.
Perfect For
Raw Honey
Showcase natural, unfiltered honey with excellent visibility.
Clover Honey
Display the light golden color consumers love.
Wildflower Honey
Highlight unique regional honey characteristics.
Specialty Honey Varieties
Ideal for basswood, orange blossom, buckwheat, tupelo, and other varietal honeys.
Creamed Honey
Wide-mouth access makes serving easier.
Gift Packaging
Create attractive honey gift sets and seasonal offerings.
Why Honey Presentation Matters
Packaging plays a major role in consumer purchasing decisions.
A professional honey container helps:
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Increase shelf appeal
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Build customer trust
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Improve brand recognition
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Showcase honey clarity and color
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Differentiate products from competitors
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Support premium pricing
For many customers, the container is their first impression of your honey.
Understanding Honey Color
One of the benefits of clear Queenline containers is the ability to display honey's natural color variations.
Honey color depends on floral sources and can range from:
Water White
Very light, delicate honeys.
Extra Light Amber
Popular clover and spring honeys.
Amber
Rich wildflower honeys.
Dark Amber
Strong-flavored varietal honeys such as buckwheat.
Dark Honey
Robust specialty honeys with distinctive flavor profiles.
The transparency of these containers allows customers to appreciate the natural beauty of your honey.
Why Honey Is Sold by Weight
Many new beekeepers wonder why honey containers are labeled by weight rather than liquid volume.
Honey is significantly denser than water.
By law, honey is sold based on net weight.
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A container labeled for 1 pound of honey holds 1 pound of honey by weight.
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The same container will not necessarily hold an equivalent volume of water.
Proper labeling helps ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Benefits of Plastic Honey Containers
Lightweight
Easy to transport and handle.
Durable
Less prone to breakage than glass.
Cost Effective
Excellent for high-volume honey production.
Consumer Friendly
Convenient for families, gift buyers, and repeat customers.
Shipping Friendly
Reduces shipping weight and breakage concerns.
Honey Bottling Tips
Filter Before Bottling
Remove excess wax and debris while preserving desired pollen content.
Bottle at Proper Temperature
Warm honey flows more easily and improves filling efficiency.
Use Accurate Scales
Honey should always be packaged according to legal weight requirements.
Apply Labels Consistently
Professional labeling improves brand recognition and customer confidence.
Store Properly
Keep bottled honey in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much honey does this container hold?
This container is designed to hold 1 pound of honey by weight.
What are the dimensions of the container?
The container measures approximately 3 inches wide by 5.325 inches tall.
What size lid does this container use?
This container uses a 58mm white plastic screw-top lid, which is included with every container.
Is this a wide-mouth honey container?
Yes. The wide neck opening makes filling, bottling, and dispensing honey easier than many narrow-neck containers.
Can I use these for creamed honey?
Yes. The wide-mouth design works particularly well for creamed honey and whipped honey products.
Are these containers reusable?
Yes. Many customers reuse Queenline containers for storage and household applications.
Are these dishwasher or microwave safe?
No. Plastic honey containers are not dishwasher safe and should not be used in microwave ovens.
About Honey Packaging
Proper packaging is one of the most important aspects of honey marketing.
Effective honey packaging helps:
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Protect product quality
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Improve shelf life
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Increase customer confidence
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Support regulatory compliance
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Enhance product presentation
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Build brand identity
Many successful honey producers consider packaging nearly as important as honey quality when building a profitable honey business.
Why Buy Honey Containers from Lappe's Bee Supply?
Since 1978, Lappe's Bee Supply has supplied beekeepers with quality equipment, honey containers, and educational resources designed to help honey producers succeed.
We are committed to building one of the most comprehensive educational resources covering:
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Honey production
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Honey extraction
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Honey bottling
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Honey labeling regulations
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Beekeeping equipment
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Queen rearing
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Hive management
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Pollinator education
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Value-added hive products
Our goal is to help beekeepers produce, package, market, and sell high-quality honey while building successful beekeeping operations.
Related Educational Resources
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How to Bottle Honey Properly
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Honey Labeling Requirements Explained
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Understanding Honey Moisture Content
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Raw Honey vs Filtered Honey
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How Honey Is Graded
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Honey Crystallization Explained
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Choosing the Right Honey Container
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Selling Honey at Farmers Markets
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Honey Extraction Basics
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Honey Storage Best Practices
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Benefits of Local Honey
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Varietal Honey Types Explained
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Starting a Honey Business
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Food Safety for Honey Producers
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Honey Marketing Tips for Beekeepers
Important: Honey is sold by weight, not volume. Container capacities are based on honey weight and may not correspond to the same volume of water or other liquids.
Plastic honey containers are not dishwasher safe and are not microwave safe.
Honey not included.
