High-speed seamer compatible standard beverage cans engineered to ISO 9001 and EU 1935/2004 compliance standards for European fillers.
High-volume 500ml standard format featuring 3104-H19 alloy, ideal for Italian craft beer, cider, and RTD beverages requiring robust internal pressure resistance.
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16oz (473ml) standard aluminum can bodies optimized for export market compliance, offering superior axial load strength and food-grade BPA-NI liner coatings.
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Class-leading 12oz (355ml) standard cans engineered for soft drinks, sparkling waters, and wine spritzers produced across Northern Italy's bottling plants.
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Classic European 330ml standard format with 202 neck configuration, providing flawless double-seam matching for automated high-speed canning equipment.
View Details & SpecMilan stands as the economic heartbeat of Italy and the commercial capital of Southern Europe. Surrounding the Metropolitan City of Milan, the broader Lombardy region generates over 20% of Italy's national GDP, acting as an elite center for food processing, luxury beverage creation, specialty pharmaceuticals, and chemical manufacturing.
As the European Union enforces stricter circular economy targets under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), Milanese brand owners and contract packaging facilities are aggressively transitioning from traditional glass and single-use plastics to infinitely recyclable rigid aluminium containers.
Aluminium can bodies and ends deliver a 95% energy saving during recycling compared to primary metal extraction. In Lombardy's highly competitive retail market, adopting high-performance aluminium cans directly lowers Scope 3 carbon footprint metrics while boosting logistics efficiency by over 35% per pallet unit weight.
Lombardy hosts hundreds of artisanal breweries, canned espresso pioneers, and ready-to-drink (RTD) aperitivo producers requiring pristine light-barrier and gas-retention properties.
From high-grade olive oil tins to airtight infant formula powder cans, Milanese food manufacturers demand zero-leakage tinplate and aluminum easy-open ends with food-contact compliance.
Shanghai Friend Metals Technology Co., Ltd. operates state-of-the-art D&I (Drawn & Ironed) can production lines and ultra-precision lid stamping presses, utilizing strictly certified aluminium coil alloys.
Can Body Stock: 3104-H19 temper for ultra-high tensile strength and consistent wall thickness (0.095mm–0.26mm).
Shell Stock: 5182-H48 alloy delivering maximum buckle resistance under carbonation pressure.
Tab Stock: 5052 alloy engineered for smooth opening force and high fatigue resistance.
Internal lacquers are strictly 100% BPA-NI (Bisphenol A Non-Intentional) or Epoxy-based compliant with FDA 21 CFR 175.300, EU Regulation 1935/2004, and Italian Ministerial Decree of 21 March 1973. Enamel rater tests guarantee < 2.0 mA conductivity across all standard runs.
Every batch of 200#, 202#, and 206# SOT/RPT ends undergoes comprehensive double-seam teardown inspection (Countersink depth, seam height, seam thickness, body hook, and overlap) to guarantee plug-and-play operation on Ferrum, Angelus, and Somme seamers.
| Packaging Format | Volume / Size | Alloy Grade | Internal Liner | Burst Pressure | Target Milan Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Aluminum Can | 330ml / 355ml / 500ml | 3104-H19 | BPA-NI / Organosol | ≥ 6.2 bar (90 psi) | Craft Beer, Canned Soda, Cider, Energy Drinks |
| SOT Easy-Open End | 200# / 202# (Ø50-52mm) | 5182-H48 | Modified Polyester / Epoxy | ≥ 6.5 bar | Carbonated Soft Drinks, Sparkling Wines, RTD Cocktails |
| RPT Resealable End | 202# (Ø52mm) | 5182-H48 / 5052 | BPA-NI Certified | ≥ 6.0 bar | Premium Functional Beverages, On-the-Go Drinks |
| Tinplate Food End | 200# / 300# / 315# / 401# | T2.5 - T3 CA Tinplate | Organosol / Gold Lacquer | Hermetic Seal | Specialty Sauces, Preserved Vegetables, Dairy Powders |
| Lacquered Aluminum Coil | 0.18mm - 0.30mm thickness | 8011 / 3104 / 5182 | Double-side Food Grade Coating | Custom Temper | Local Stamping Plants, Closure Manufacturers |
By bridging Shanghai's advanced metal packaging manufacturing infrastructure with direct ocean routes to Ligurian ports (Genoa & La Spezia) and inland Milan dry hubs, we eliminate unnecessary distributor markups while ensuring total quality traceability.
Direct maritime shipments from Shanghai Port to Genoa (Genova Voltri) or La Spezia offer short transit windows (typically 24–28 days), connecting seamlessly to Milan's Melzo and Pioltello rail terminals for fast customs clearance.
Cans ship on heavy-duty plastic or heat-treated wooden pallets (ISPM 15 compliant) with top frame protection, kraft slip sheets, and full stretch-hood shrink wrapping to prevent denting and moisture intrusion during sea transit.
Every consignment includes detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA), Mill Test Reports for raw aluminum, Migration Test Declarations for food contact, and packing lists referencing specific coil heat numbers.
Tailored metal packaging solutions engineered for specific beverage formats, filling lines, and commercial consumption environments in Northern Italy.
Milan's world-famous aperitivo culture has accelerated demand for pre-mixed Negroni, Spritz, and sparkling herbal tonics in sleek and standard aluminum cans. Our 330ml standard and 250ml sleek bodies paired with 202# SOT ends protect delicate botanical aromas from UV light breakdown while ensuring fast chilling in bar refrigerators.
Craft breweries in Bergamo, Brescia, and Monza rely on our 500ml standard cans with 202# pasteurization-stable easy-open lids. Designed to endure tunnel pasteurization thermal cycles without buckling, our cans maintain internal flavor neutrality for IPAs, Lagers, and traditional Italian Grape Ales (IGA).
High-footfall entertainment spaces like San Siro Stadium and Rho Fiera ban glass containers for safety and recycling efficiency. Our lightweight standard aluminum cans enable seamless high-volume venue concessions, lowering transport weights and eliminating shatter risks.
Premium extra-virgin olive oil producers utilize our food-grade tinplate ends and specialized lacquered aluminum coil for airtight cans. The total opacity of metal packaging prevents photo-oxidation of delicate polyphenols, extending shelf life across European retail channels.
Explore our full line of easy-open ends, specialty powder lids, food-grade tinplate closures, and premium raw aluminum coils available for direct export to Milan.
Industry-standard 12oz (355ml) can body with custom printing up to 6 colors, tailored for high-speed automated filling lines across Italian beverage facilities.
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5182-H48 lacquered aluminum coils engineered for easy-open end shells, featuring high tensile strength and superior corrosion resistance for beverage end producers.
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Precision-stamped 315# tinplate lids engineered for hermetic sealing on processed food cans, dairy powders, and industrial food service packaging.
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Innovative transparent window lids for powder containers, enabling consumers to inspect food quality and product fill levels directly on retail shelves.
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3104-H19 aluminum coils designed for deep drawing and ironing (D&I) process, offering consistent gauge tolerance and low earing percentage.
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Ø50mm lightweighted 200# Stay-On-Tab (SOT) aluminum ends compatible with sleek and slim profile cans, providing reliable pop-and-pull opening performance.
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Universal Ø52mm 202# SOT lids featuring high pressure rating (>6.2 bar) and customized tab color options for craft breweries and soda brands.
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Airtight compound-sealed 200# tinplate ends suited for dry food canisters, spice tins, and specialty luxury food items produced in Northern Italy.
View Details & SpecThe global metal packaging landscape is undergoing a massive technological evolution driven by consumer preferences for personalized graphics, premium tactile finishes, and ultra-lightweight structural profiles.
Our advanced 6-to-8 color dry offset printing and digital decoration technologies allow brands to execute complex gradient artwork, matte-gloss combination varnishes, and tactile spot-embossing directly onto the aluminum can surface, eliminating plastic shrink-sleeves.
Through precise wall-ironing control and optimized dome geometries, our standard 330ml and 500ml can bodies achieve structural rigidity with reduced metal weight (down to 11.5g for 330ml), yielding substantial raw material cost savings for long-term contract filling accounts.
Technical, regulatory, and logistics answers designed to streamline international procurement for Italian beverage fillers and food processors.
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