Pharmaceutical
Blister and strip foil that protects medicines.
Packaging
Aluminium for Packaging
Aluminium protects food, drinks and medicines and is recycled again and again. Metline Industries supplies foil, closure stock and container materials to packaging converters and manufacturers.
- Key alloys
- 8011, 8079, 1235, 3104, 5182
- Forms
- Foil, strip, coil
- Use
- Food, beverage, pharma
- Benefit
- Complete barrier, recyclable
A perfect barrier, endlessly recyclable
Aluminium foil blocks light, oxygen, moisture and bacteria, protecting flavour and extending shelf life. Beverage cans are among the most recycled packages in the world, returning to shelves as new cans in a matter of weeks.
Where aluminium is used
Flexible packaging
1235 and 8079 foil for laminated pouches and wrappers.
Food containers
8011 and 3003 container foil for trays and bakery packaging.
Closures
8011 and 3105 sheet for bottle caps and ROPP closures.
Beverage cans
3104 body stock and 5182 end stock.
Collapsible tubes and aerosols
Impact-extrusion slugs for cosmetic and pharma tubes.
Recommended alloys and forms
| Alloy | Form | Why it is used |
|---|---|---|
| 8011 | Foil, strip | Containers, household foil and closures |
| 8079 | Foil | Pharmaceutical blisters and flexible packaging |
| 1235 | Foil | Thin laminating foil |
| 3104 / 5182 | Coil | Can bodies and ends |
| 1070 | Slugs | Collapsible tubes and aerosol cans |
Supplying packaging
Complete material packages
Plate, sheet, extrusions, tube and bar for the same project from one supplier.
Grade and temper guidance
Engineering-led advice on the alloy and temper that suit the service conditions.
Documentation
Mill test certificates and inspection paperwork to support your quality system.
Packaging questions
Which aluminium is used for food packaging?
8011 and 1235 foil are the most common, with 8079 used where extra ductility and puncture resistance are needed.
Sourcing packaging materials?
Send us the alloy, gauge, width and quantity and we will quote.
