Our customer inquiries have been piling up lately: “In 2025, should I pick plastic or tinplate for aerosol packaging?” “Can your custom tinplate aerosol cans meet our Double 12 stocking deadline?” In fact, since Q4 this year, we’ve noticed a clear trend—whether in food, beauty, or industrial sectors, customers choosing tinplate aerosol cans are up 30% from Q3. Today, let’s break it down: why tinplate aerosol cans are so popular now, and how we can help you finalize customization quickly so that potential customers can easily find your packaging solutions.
First, Our Tinplate Aerosol Can Series: 3 Common Types Cover 80% of Scenarios
Many first-time customizers worry: “I don’t know which can type fits my product.” No need to overthink—we’ve sorted our popular options into 3 categories for easy picking:
- Food-grade tinplate aerosol cans: For products that touch food directly (like baking oil, whipped cream), made with food-grade tinplate and sealant, certified by FDA and China’s GB 4806.9-2024, no metallic aftertaste;
- Beauty-grade tinplate aerosol cans: Designed for toner, hairspray, sunscreen—can bodies support matte printing, gold/silver hot stamping, or anti-slip textures. Last year, we made a pink-gold can for a domestic beauty brand, and the packaging alone boosted their repurchases by 20%;
- Industrial-grade tinplate aerosol cans: For corrosive products (rust inhibitors, lubricants), 0.1mm thicker than regular cans, drop-resistant. Last month, a machinery client said their custom can “didn’t leak after two workshop drops.”
Let’s Be Real: Choosing Tinplate Now Isn’t Just About “Eco-friendliness”
Many think tinplate aerosol cans are just for eco-points, but it’s more than that. Check this comparison to see why it beats plastic/aluminum for today’s market:
| Packaging Material | 2025 Global Recycling Rate | Corrosion Resistance (Liquid Products) | Printing Effect (Brand Display) | Eco-policy Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tinplate | 92% (Int’l Tinplate Assoc. March 2025 Report) | ★★★★★ (Resists acid/alkali for ≥3 months) | Full-color + embossing, sharp details | Complies with EU Carbon Footprint Regulation & China Plastic Pollution Control Plan |
| Aluminum Can | 85% | ★★★★☆ (Leak-prone with long-term acidic storage) | Scratchable printing, dull colors | High aluminum smelting emissions; carbon taxes in some EU countries |
| Plastic Can | 30% | ★★★☆☆ (Deforms in high temps) | Basic printing only, poor texture | EU 2025 plastic tax up to €0.8/kg, high cost |
Last week, a kitchen cleaner client switched from plastic to our tinplate aerosol cans—their packaging cost dropped 12%, and they got an eco-traffic boost on Tmall via the “recyclable packaging” label. That’s the hidden value of picking the right packaging now.
4 Common Customer Questions: Straightforward Answers
1. What’s the fastest delivery time for custom tinplate aerosol cans?
Regular sizes (e.g., 52mm diameter, 150mm height) ship in 7-10 days; special shapes (flat/irregular cans) or custom printing take 15-20 days. We have in-house stamping/printing workshops (no outsourcing), so delivery is 30% faster than competitors.
2. What’s the minimum order quantity? Can small brands afford it?
Many competitors require 5,000+ cans, but we know small brands’ needs—minimum 500 cans per order. Last year, a handcrafted candle client ordered 800 cans for a trial, sold out, and reordered 3,000; now they’re a long-term customer.
3. Can you provide eco-certifications for EU exports?
Absolutely! Beyond FDA/GB certifications, we offer EU CE, ISO 9001:2025, and even carbon footprint reports. EU customers now strict on packaging carbon footprints—these certifications save you headaches.
4. Can the can printing match my brand color exactly?
Yes! We use German Heidelberg printers, supporting precise Pantone color matching. A client once needed the can to match their logo perfectly—we nailed it in 2 samples; they said “way more accurate than our previous supplier.”
Finally, A Sincere Note: Now, Packaging Needs to Be “Right” AND “Findable”
We’ve noticed many customers find us by searching “custom tinplate aerosol cans” on Google. For brands doing foreign trade or expanding globally, more real product content on your website means easier discovery by customers.
Our website regularly updates tinplate aerosol can cases, customization guides, and customer feedback (e.g., “A beauty brand boosted repurchases by 20% with our cans”)—search platforms love this real content. If you custom our cans, we’ll turn your project into a case study to help more potential customers find your packaging strengths.
If you’re looking for an aerosol can customization solution now, share your product type, budget, and deadline—we’ll send a free design draft + quote. Consult now, and get a free 2025 Tinplate Aerosol Can Customization Pitfall Guide to avoid mistakes.
