Aluminum Cans and Tin Cans, How to choose more suitable for your product packaging

YiCheng provides customized Tin cans service for customers in different industries around the world. Many customers contacted us with various inquiries. Among them, Aluminum packing and Tin can packaging were the most popular ones we received. Both of these packaging materials are metallic, but there are differences in production process and application in different industries. It mainly introduces the two material components, different processes and applications of production, which can help you make the best choice.

Material Composition

1, Aluminum:

Extracted from bauxite, aluminum material light, corrosion resistance, easy to process, you can customize different patterns.

2, Tinplate:

Extracted from iron ore, the material is heavier than aluminum, the surface can be tinned after rust prevention, durable packaging, can print different patterns, beautiful and generous appearance.

Production Process

1, Aluminum Cans:

The aluminum is cut into different sizes according to the specified sanctions, and then stamped into a disk with a mold, put into a shallow container through rotation to pull up, in order to reach the required height of the aluminum can, processed into a complete shape, aluminum can initial equipment investment cost is high.

2, Tin Cans:

The material is tinplate, can be cut into different sizes according to customer’s customized needs, printed on the beautiful pattern, the use of mold according to different processes, such as embossing, convex, stamping, gongs bottom, curling and molding of a metal packaging container.

Application Industry

1, Aluminum cans is a multi-functional packaging container, widely used in beverages and other liquid product packaging, it has light, good sealing, easy to carry and can maintain the freshness and taste of food, because he has corrosion resistance, especially popular in the beverage industry.

2, Tin can is widely used in the food industry packaging, such as cookies, candy, chocolate, tea, milk powder, condiments, etc. Tin can has excellent corrosion resistance and sealing. By plating a thin layer of tin on the surface of the iron sheet, it can not only effectively prevent the contents from direct contact with the iron sheet, reduce the possibility of oxidation and corrosion, but also provide a good sealing effect to ensure the quality and taste of the product. In addition, tin cans also have robustness and good protection in the transportation of goods, making them an important choice for the modern packaging industry.

Conclusion

Both metal materials are recyclable, which is very important for the protection of the environment and the sustainable development of enterprises, through this article to understand the difference between aluminum cans and tin cans, can help you find the right material packaging products. While aluminum performs well in corrosion resistance and is ideal for beverages, tin is versatile and aesthetically pleasing, making it ideal for custom tin cans for products such as candy, tea, and promotional items. If you have a customized tin can, please contact YiCheng, we can provide you with the service you are looking for.