Aluminium bottles and containers are popular product packaging options for storing cosmetics and perfumes. The pros of opting for aluminium bottles is that they are light but strong. Also, aluminium is safe for storing cosmetics solutions.
In addition, they have a design and aesthetic appeal as the metallic appearance of the packaging gives it a very premium and classy feel. However, there are also some points to look out for when manufacturing aluminium bottles.
The bottles are made of aluminium alloy, which means that the metal will not rust and is resistant to corrosion. However, the alloy can be oxidised when exposed to water, where a layer of aluminium oxide will form on the surface. This layer protects the bottle from further corrosion.
There are a few ways that aluminium bottles can be coated:
Aluminium can be coated through the process of anodising, which is an electrolytic process that thickens the oxide layer on the surface. Remember learning about electrolysis in chemistry class in school? Anodising is achieved that way. The protective barrier formed by hydrated oxide is highly resistant to corrosion. They are also durable and hard, making them more resistant to abrasion and corrosion.
During anodising, the bottles are placed in an acid electrolyte bath where there is an electric current. Anodisation is like controlled oxidation, but there are no negative effects.
Epoxy is an organic coating that is sprayed on the interior of the aluminium bottle. They are relatively chemically inert and have a stronger corrosion resistance than anodising.
This is the process of how epoxy-coated aluminium bottles are manufactured in factories:
Here is a video of the aluminium bottle manufacturing process.
Anodising: There is a variety of colours to choose from. The colour can be achieved through metal dyes during the anodising process. Paint is not needed, hence, it is a cheaper option of colouring.
However, a concern with colouring will be the inconsistency. This is because the anodized coating is translucent and the base metal can be seen under the coating, hence, the colours may vary between bottles. In Epoxy, the exterior is painted, and there is better colour consistency.
Both coating options are very resistant to corrosion. However, Epoxy has a stronger resistance than anodised aluminium.
The anodised aluminium bottle has a more metallic appearance than an organically-coated bottle.
With an anodised bottle, the coating could not be peeled off as it is part of the metal. Meanwhile, with the epoxy-coated bottle, the paint will be scratched off.
Cosmetic products come in diverse packaging options, each designed to cater to specific needs and preferences. Here are some common types of cosmetic packaging:
Overall, aluminium bottles make great premium packaging for cosmetics. When considering the coating option for manufacturing aluminium bottles, you have to consider the bottles’ cost, quantity, quality, and appearance.
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