What kind of metal is an Altoids Tin

Altoids mints containers are made from a metal called tinplate, which is steel coated with a thin layer of tin. The combination of materials gives Altoids container a unique metal background color – silver or gold color that could be matched with different artwork to form a unique printing like metallic or white coating. Altoids containers are a classic choice for reusing and recycling due to their 100% sustainable material.

There are various advantages to use tinplate for packaging Altoids mints. First, the tinplate provides strength and durability to ensure that tin box could protect mints well and no damaged under extruding or high-temperature. This character would be a reliable choice for personal carrying use and traveling use. Additionally, the thin layer of tin on the surface of the steel is corrosion-resistant that could prevent the tin box rom rusting and maintaining the appearance over time.

Two-pieces hinged structure of Altoids mints tin box could reduce the cost more. The easy structure could be applied to automatic producing machine faster that would save more labor cost and ensure the stably production, could shorten the production timeline because it’s just three working process – wiping, assembling, closing and packed with polybag, could customize artwork on Altoids tin faster because of the easily template and no more questions on structure.

The size of Altoids mints tin could be divided into four versions. Small Altoids tin 2.36 inches length, 1.85 inches width, 0.6 inches height is designed for 0.37OZ peppermint, middle Altoid tin 3.15 inches length, 2.36 inches width, 0.78 inches height is working for 1 OZ peppermints, large Altoid tin 4 inches length, 2.36 inches width and 0.78 inches height could pack 1.76 OZ mints. The other new hinged tin case is standup mints tin 1.57 inches length, 0.78 inches width, 2.36 inches height with smaller mouth that could keep mints well and get mints conveniently.

The customizable printing, embossing, lower MOQ for printing could bring more attentions from customers, the hard material could keep Altoids mints very well. Two advantages are the exclusive character of tinplate material. Tin box is the premium options for mints packaging.

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The application of Altoids tin is various that could pack mints, gummies, toy, gift. A serious of Altoids tin size could meet capacity requirement that is friendly for mints or food packaging. Altoids tin could be developed to child resistant tin versions for infused mints or gummies packaging and they are CR certified.

All in all, Altoids containers made from tinplate are a versatile and practical option for repurposing and upcycling. Its sturdy construction, corrosion resistance and compact size make it ideal for a variety of creative projects, from practical storage solutions like packing mints, gummies, gift or toys. The customizable printing, embossing, cost-effective, various tin mold and premium hard material are the perfect advantages as tin box for Altoids mints packaging.

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Post time: May-24-2024