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5182-H48 end shell stock coil featuring superior tensile strength and precise gauge tolerance for deep drawing.
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Standard 12oz / 355ml body formatted for North American and global high-speed beverage filling lines.
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127mm diameter full-aperture easy open ends engineered for infant formula and dry food packaging.
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83mm outer diameter ends with retort-stable food grade protective coating for powder and canned food safety.
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Hermetically sealed tinplate closures with advanced compound sealant for vacuum packing efficiency.
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Specialized non-magnetic aluminum alloy ends designed specifically for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical powder canisters.
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Dissipative lacquered aluminum ends minimizing static particle attraction during automated high-speed filling.
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DWI drawn 3104 alloy body supporting 6.2 bar internal pressure load for craft beer and carbonated drinks.
View Product SpecsThe 330ml aluminum beverage can represents the golden ratio of consumer ergonomics, volumetric efficiency, and thermal conductivity in global beverage distribution.
In modern industrial packaging, selecting a High-Quality Drink Can 330ml Product & Supplier requires far more than comparing per-unit unit costs. It demands a rigorous metallurgical and mechanical evaluation of how the container performs under extreme axial load, internal carbonation pressure, thermal pasteurization, and transit vibration. The 330ml volume format—available predominantly in Standard (66mm diameter), Sleek (58mm diameter), and Slim (53mm diameter) configurations—serves as the foundational canvas for international beverage brands, craft microbreweries, functional energy drink producers, and RTD (Ready-to-Drink) cocktail innovators.
Technical Insight: The shift toward lightweighted 3104-H19 aluminum alloy bodies paired with 5182-H48 shell stock lids has reduced container weight by over 18% over the past decade while simultaneously increasing top-load strength to withstand automated high-speed palletizing and 12-high warehouse stacking.
Engineers must carefully match container dimensions with downstream seamer tooling and filling line kinematics. Below is the standardized technical specification breakdown for high-performance 330ml aluminum cans produced in leading Chinese factories:
| Dimensional Metric | 330ml Standard Format | 330ml Sleek Format | 330ml Slim Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Body Diameter | 66.0 mm (±0.2mm) | 58.4 mm (±0.2mm) | 53.3 mm (±0.2mm) |
| Nominal Can Height | 115.2 mm (±0.3mm) | 145.8 mm (±0.3mm) | 174.0 mm (±0.3mm) |
| Neck Profile Match | 202 Neck (52.3mm opening) | 202 or 200 Neck | 200 Neck (50.8mm opening) |
| Alloy Composition | Body: AA 3104-H19 | Body: AA 3104-H19 | Body: AA 3104-H19 |
| Internal Pressure Max | ≥ 6.2 Bar (90 PSI) | ≥ 6.5 Bar (94 PSI) | ≥ 6.8 Bar (98 PSI) |
| Axial Load Buckle Strength | ≥ 1,400 N (314 lbf) | ≥ 1,550 N (348 lbf) | ≥ 1,700 N (382 lbf) |
| Internal Lining Options | BPA-NI Epoxy / Organosol | BPA-NI Polyacrylate / Epoxy | BPA-NI Polymer Dispersion |
The manufacturing process relies on 2-piece Drawn and Wall Ironed (DWI) extrusion technology. A disc blanked from 3104-H19 coil is cupped and progressively drawn through carbide rings to thin the sidewall to approximately 0.088mm while maintaining a heavier dome bottom (0.28mm) to resist internal gas expansion. The top edge is trimmed, flanged, and necked under servo-controlled precision to accept standard 202 SOT (Stay-on-Tab) or RPT (Ring-Pull Tab) easy-open lids.
Why global beverage conglomerates and fast-growing indie brands partner with Chinese metal packaging specialists to de-risk supply chains and maximize gross margins.
China hosts the world's most concentrated aluminum processing supply chain. From 3104/5182/8011 coil smelting and hot-rolling to precision lacquering and slitting, every stage occurs within tight geographic radii. This vertical integration eliminates raw material lead times and insulates buyers from international freight volatility for coil stock.
State-of-the-art Chinese plants utilize high-speed vision inspection equipment operating at 3,000 frames per minute. Automated cameras check 100% of manufactured 330ml bodies for rim dents, pinhole leaks, sidewall scratches, and internal liner continuity before high-pressure palletizing.
Strategically located near major maritime hubs such as Shanghai, Ningbo, and Qingdao, factory facilities offer flexible FOB/CIF packaging logic. Cans travel on bulk pallets stabilized with kraft slip sheets, heavy-duty wooden top frames, and tight stretch-hood film wrapping, maximizing container floor space and zeroing out transit damage.
How circular economy policies, decarbonization goals, and consumer preference shifts are driving technical innovation in beverage metal containers.
Aluminum is widely recognized as the premier sustainable packaging substrate. Unlike single-use plastics (PET/HDPE) which degrade mechanically during thermal mechanical recycling, aluminum can be recycled infinitely without loss of metallurgical purity or barrier properties. Recycling aluminum consumes 95% less energy than producing primary ingot from bauxite ore.
Global brand owners face aggressive European Union PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) mandates requiring verifiable PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) content ratios. Leading Chinese aluminum can manufacturers now offer 3104 body stock certified with up to 75% to 80% recycled content, helping brand owners cut Scope 3 carbon footprints dramatically.
Regulatory scrutiny around Bisphenol A (BPA) in food-contact surfaces has accelerated the global transition toward BPA-NI (BPA Non-Intent) internal lacquer systems. Modern 330ml cans are spray-coated internally with advanced acrylic, modified polyester, or water-borne polyolefin dispersions.
These coatings provide robust chemical resistance against aggressive beverage matrices, including high-acid citrus sodas (pH < 2.8), ethanol-rich RTD cocktails (up to 15% ABV), and sulfur-containing ingredients, ensuring a guaranteed shelf life of 12 to 24 months without flavor scalping or metal leaching.
1. Direct-to-Can Digital Printing: Eliminates minimum order quantities (MOQs) for seasonal micro-batches. Offers photorealistic 1200 DPI resolution, tactile varnish effects, and variable QR data integration directly onto 330ml sleek/standard bodies.
2. Ultra-Lightweighting (Gauge Reduction): Through finite element analysis (FEA) and optimized bottom dome design, engineers have reduced coil thickness from 0.280mm down to 0.245mm while preserving structural integrity against column collapse during top-loading.
3. Smart Temperature-Indicating Inks: Thermochromic coatings integrated into dry-offset printed graphics change color when the 330ml drink can reaches optimal drinking temperature (4°C - 6°C), enhancing consumer engagement on retail shelves.
Tailoring the internal liner thickness, alloy temper, and lid configuration to your specific beverage chemistry.
Craft beers require strict dissolved oxygen (DO) control and light-blocking containers to prevent skunking caused by UV light reacting with hop isohumulones. The 330ml aluminum body provides 100% barrier protection against light and gas ingress, paired with pasteurization-ready 202 SOT lids tested to withstand 62°C tunnel heating cycles.
Spirits-based cocktails containing citric acid, alcohol, and carbon dioxide present high aggressive corrosion potential. Chinese factories utilize double-coat internal lacquer systems (60-80 mg/dm² dry film weight) to insulate the aluminum substrate from chemical pitting, ensuring long-term flavor stability.
Formulated with taurine, caffeine, B-complex vitamins, and botanical extracts, energy drinks thrive in the 330ml Sleek profile. The slim silhouette projects a premium, lifestyle-oriented consumer aesthetic while running seamlessly on high-speed filling lines at low defect rates.
Non-carbonated, low-acid beverages (pH > 4.6) require liquid nitrogen injection prior to seaming to pressurize the internal headspace (1.2 to 1.8 bar). This liquid nitrogen dosing provides structural column rigidity for stacking while driving out residual oxygen.
With carbonation levels reaching 4.0 to 4.5 volumes of CO₂, 330ml cans must maintain high dome reversal resistance. Reinforced bottom geometries prevent dome pop-out during hot climate shipping and summer retail storage conditions.
Beyond liquids, specialized 330ml-diameter equivalent canisters paired with 200# / 202# / 307# / 502# full-aperture aluminum easy-open ends provide airtight, moisture-proof barrier protection for premium infant formula, dietary powders, and coffee beans.
Mitigating operational risks on high-speed filling lines through micro-seam analysis, dimensional standardization, and robust vendor verification.
For procurement directors and packaging engineers managing global supply chains, introducing a new High-Quality Drink Can 330ml Product & Supplier requires rigorous verification of mechanical compatibility with existing filling, seaming, and packaging lines (such as Ferrum, Krones, Angelus, or Pneumatic Scale machines).
A mismatch of just 0.05mm in end flange angle or countersink depth can lead to micro-leakage, seam cut-overs, false seams, or catastrophic line downtime costing tens of thousands of dollars per hour.
When evaluating a Chinese 330ml beverage can supplier, verify compliance across the following critical parameters:
Explore additional standard, sleek, and specialized metal packaging SKUs available for bulk container export.
Industry-standard 330ml standard body compatible with 202 SOT ends for carbonated soft drinks and beer.
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Hermetic barrier score design preserving volatile aromas for coffee, spices, and specialty powders.
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Sleek 250ml format preferred for single-serve energy drinks, functional mixers, and RTD beverages.
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Specialized ESD-safe coating formulation designed to protect delicate electronic and chemical powders.
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8011 alloy coil stock custom slit for pharma seals, food closures, and easy-open end manufacturing.
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Precision tinplate end closures (50mm diameter) engineered for high vacuum retention and extended shelf life.
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Deep-drawing AA 3104-H19 body stock featuring low earing characteristics and superior tensile uniformity.
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12oz (355ml) standard aluminum container stock ready for custom offset decoration and prompt shipping.
View Product SpecsEngineering answers to technical procurement questions regarding alloy selection, minimum orders, food compliance, and transit security.
Can bodies are manufactured using AA 3104-H19, a manganese-magnesium aluminum alloy providing optimal deep-drawing ductility and work-hardening strength. Easy-open lids (shells) utilize AA 5182-H48, which delivers superior buckle resistance under carbonation pressure. Pull tabs are punched from AA 5052-H19 coil stock to maintain high pull-to-open shear resistance. Every raw coil lot includes a Mill Test Certificate (MTC) certifying chemical composition and mechanical tolerances.
Plain bright (unprinted) 330ml cans can be ordered starting at one 40ft high-cube ocean container (approx. 95,000 to 110,000 pieces depending on standard or sleek stacking configurations). Custom printed 330ml cans utilizing 6-to-8 color dry offset printing typically start at 150,000 pieces per SKU design to offset plate setup and lacquer charging costs. Stocked 202 SOT / RPT easy-open ends can ship in trial lots from 200,000 pieces.
Yes. All internal lacquer options are 100% certified BPA-NI (Bisphenol A Non-Intent), compliant with US FDA 21 CFR 175.300, EU Regulation 1935/2004, and Chinese National Standard GB 4806.10. We supply overall and specific migration test reports from third-party laboratories (SGS / Intertek) alongside Certificate of Conformity (COC) documentation with every shipment.
Cans are palletized using automated layer pad equipment on fumigated wooden or plastic export pallets. Each layer is separated by heavy-duty 300g kraft slip sheets. The completed pallet stack is capped with a rigid wooden top frame, strapped under tension, and encapsulated in heat-shrinkable stretch-hood film with integrated desiccant bags to prevent atmospheric condensation rust during sea transit.
Yes. Our packaging technical team works directly with your plant engineers. By reviewing your seamer model (e.g., Ferrum, Angelus) and target filling speed, we supply detailed engineering drawings, first-operation roll (1st OP) and second-operation roll (2nd OP) profile guidelines, and pre-production test lots for destructive double-seam teardown evaluation prior to full production runs.
With standard BPA-NI lining applied at standard film weights (around 45-55 mg/dm²), carbonated soft drinks maintain a guaranteed shelf life of 12 months. For highly aggressive matrices like wine, sour beers, or high-proof RTD spirits (pH < 3.0), we specify double-coat interior lacquer profiles yielding up to 18–24 months of verified organoleptic freshness and aluminum barrier isolation.
