FAQ
Quick answers to the most common questions buyers ask when sourcing aluminum beverage packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions About Aluminum Cans
Ordering & MOQ
MOQ is typically one 40′HQ container load per SKU. Trial lots and mixed-size sample kits are available for line verification before you commit to a full-container order.
Standard lead time is 30–60 days after artwork approval and deposit, depending on can format, print complexity, coating specification, and order volume.
Yes. We export to North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East with full documentation, SGS inspection support, and customs clearance assistance.
Can Specifications
Standard cans suit beer and soft drinks, sleek cans suit premium craft and seltzers, and slim cans suit energy drinks and wine. We recommend based on your product, target market, and filling line.
A 330ml Standard can is approximately 66.04 mm in diameter and 115.20 mm in height. A 330ml Sleek can is about 57.40 mm in diameter and 146.05 mm tall. Both use a standard 202 neck finish and a 202 easy-open end.
The 355ml Sleek has a 57.4 mm body with a taller, narrower profile; the 355ml Standard has a 66.0 mm body. Both use a 202 end, but they require different filler change parts. Sleek offers premium shelf presence; Standard offers higher line-speed efficiency.
Easy Open Ends
Yes. We supply SOT, CDL, RPT, and full-aperture ends in 200#, 202#, and 209# diameters to match your can body and beverage application.
The difference is diameter. A 202 end is 52.5 mm and fits standard, sleek, and most 330ml–500ml cans. A 200 end is 50.0 mm and fits slim 250ml cans common in energy drinks and functional beverages.
RPT (Ring-Pull Tab) detaches completely when opened. SOT (Stay-On-Tab) stays attached to the lid through a central rivet. SOT tabs are thicker and are preferred for carbonated beverages and markets with anti-littering rules.
202 CDL ends manufactured from 5182-H48 aluminum alloy are rated at a minimum internal buckle pressure of 6.2 bar (90 psi), validated under ISO 9001 and SGS testing protocols for pasteurization and high-CO₂ beverages.
Coatings & Compliance
Yes. We offer BPA-NI (BPA Non-Intent) internal linings for regulated markets and can provide SGS migration reports, FDA 21 CFR 175.300 certificates, and EU 10/2011 compliance documentation.
North America and the EU generally require BPA-NI lacquers with independent food-contact validation. Price-sensitive markets such as Russia and parts of Africa may still accept Epoxy-Phenolic coatings. We match the lining to your destination regulations.
We use BPANI water-based polymer liners or modified Epoxy-Phenolic coatings to create an unbroken barrier against low-pH formulations containing citric acid, taurine, caffeine, and other active ingredients.
Printing & Branding
Yes. We offer OEM dry-offset lithography with up to 7 colors plus glossy, matte, frosted, and tactile finishes. We also provide blank-can templates and pre-production print proofs for approval.
Logistics
A standard export pallet typically holds 6,000–7,500 empty 330ml cans depending on format and stacking pattern. Exact counts depend on can wall thickness, tray configuration, and destination height limits.
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Most Asked Questions About Aluminum Cans
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