Gastronorm 1/9 Pans
Gastronorm 1/9 pans are the smallest widely used GN fraction at 176x108mm, designed for small quantities of fast-turnover ingredients such as herbs, chilli, chopped garnish or single-portion sauces. Nine pans fit within a standard 1/1 bay, making this size popular in busy commercial kitchens and fast-casual cafes running extensive condiment or topping stations. Polycarbonate dominates this size range thanks to its low cost and clarity for quick visual stock checks.
Key specifications
The Gastronorm 1/9 pan is the smallest common fraction at a fixed 176 × 108mm, so nine fit within a single 1/1 bay for dense condiment and mise-en-place stations. Specify by depth and material: the standard 20/40/65/100/150/200mm range applies, though shallower 65-100mm depths suit the small, fast-turnover quantities this size is built for. Polycarbonate dominates for its clarity and low cost, keeping herbs, chopped garnish and single-portion sauces visible for quick stock checks, while stainless steel is available where light hot holding is needed. As the footprint is fixed by the GN standard, 1/9 pans drop straight into saladettes, pizza-prep counters and topping rails from any compliant range, and matching lids seal contents between service periods. Look for reinforced rims that resist chipping in daily handling. Used across cafés, pizzerias, delis and hotel prep kitchens.
Gastronorm 1/9 Pans — FAQs
Who uses 1/9 pans day-to-day?
Kitchens with mise en place stations, sandwich or pizza toppings bars, or condiment counters needing many small, distinct ingredients within reach.
Is 1/9 too small for regular hot holding?
It can be used for hot holding in small quantities, but because of its size it’s more commonly used cold or ambient — check the pan’s material rating if hot use is planned.