Meiloz · Custom cast iron cookware manufacturer. Private label & OEM from 500 pcs. FDA / LFGB compliant.

Specialty Line · Street Food and Party Kitchenware

Cast Iron Takoyaki Pan Manufacturer for Wholesale and Retail Kits

Multi-cavity ball plates in 7 to 19 cavities: cast-iron heat hold for crisp shells, seasoned for release, and a proven cross-sell as egg-bite, mini-pancake and party-ball pans. Stock from 1,000 pcs, custom cavity layout from 500.

Specifications

Takoyaki Pan Parameters

ParameterDetail
MaterialCast iron, FDA food-contact tested
Cavities7, 12, 18, 19 cavity plates standard; custom counts and half-ball layouts from 500 pcs
Peso4-8 lb by plate size
SurfaceVegetable-oil pre-seasoning; cavity draft angle tuned for ball release
Heat sourcesGas, electric, induction, oven to 500 F / 260 C, open fire
CaracterísticasGrease grooves between rows, side handles, flip-tool compatible rims
MOQ1,000 pcs standard; 500 pcs custom mold; in-stock from 100 pcs
Lead timeSample 3 days in stock, 25-35 days custom; production 35-55 days
EmbalajeBrown or color box; kit packaging with skewers and care card available
PaymentT/T 40% deposit, 60% against B/L copy after inspection photos
Round takoyaki balls and mini pancakes cooked in cast iron multi-cavity pans
Make It Yours

Custom Options on This Ball Plate

  • Cavity layout: any count from 4 to 24; ball diameters tuned to your recipe
  • Shape: full-ball, half-ball and mixed cavity rows for aegtmaki style
  • Acabado: seasoned black; enamel color exterior for retail differentiation
  • Accesorios: bamboo flip skewers, recipe card, kit box bundling
  • Embalaje: street-food vendor bulk carton or consumer gift box with free dieline
  • Logo: free laser engraving for new custom clients; raised cast logo from 500 pcs
See the Full Custom Process
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The Six Costs in a Cast Iron Import, Explained Before You Commit

1. Design Fee

Free CAD and DFM work on cavity geometry and draft angles.

2. Sample Fee

In-stock sample in 3 days; custom samples with prepaid mold, 2 free, small molds from $150.

3. T/T Order Fee

40% deposit to open production, 60% against B/L copy after inspection photos.

4. Inspection Fee

Included internal inspection report; third-party SGS/CCIC optional at external cost.

5. Shipping & Miscellaneous

Sea transit 15-30 days USA, 25-35 Europe, 45-55 South America; cargo booked 7-10 days ahead.

6. Customs & Warehouse

Duty, taxes and port storage set by your country; full document pack provided.

Buying Guide

Frequently Asked About Cast Iron Takoyaki Pans

Cast iron versus aluminum takoyaki plates for home kits?

Cast iron holds heat when cold batter hits the plate, so shells crisp while centers stay soft. That consistent-heat story is what justifies a premium price point in Western retail.

Will balls stick in the first uses?

The baked vegetable-oil seasoning gives release from the first bake; a light oil and moderate heat are all that’s needed. The care card we print for your box covers it.

Can this SKU cross-sell beyond Japanese food brands?

Yes, and that is the smart listing strategy: same plate marketed for egg bites, mini pancakes, party balls and desserts, which is how boutique kitchenware buyers carry it.

Can I get a custom cavity size for a larger ball?

Yes. Ball diameter, count and groove depth are engineered in DFM on a new mold from 500 pcs, about 30 days, prepaid with 2 free samples.

Which markets order this plate most?

Japanese-food retail and street-food brands in the USA and Europe, plus Middle Eastern and Russian distributors that buy our specialty cultural shapes. EAC documents available for EAEU clearance.

Tool Your Signature Cavity Layout

Send cavity count, ball size and quantity. Free design consult plus a quote within 1 working day.

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