Tin Box Packaging: What Is It And Why Will It Benefit Your Brand?

In this day and age, the significance of sustainable packaging has skyrocketed, putting this idea in higher priority by both brands and consumers. Aside from packaging made of natural material, tin box packaging also rose in popularity.

And talking about tin boxes as a sustainable packaging solution, we’ll discuss more about this idea and share with you the benefits it can give your business. Likewise, we will also give you more tin packaging designs that would match your brand. So, let’s get started.

Tin Box Packaging: What Is It?

The use of tin in packaging can be traced back to the 1700s during Napoleon Bonaparte’s era. To think that the tin box packaging globally used across industries today is an improvement from the very first one means its properties did not cease to be irrelevant.

Tin box packaging is made from tinplate which is very thin steel coated with tin. The coating prevents the steel from corrosion and destruction which makes it an excellent food packaging. It protects the product and keeps it safe because it also has the strength of the metal.

How Can Tin Box Packaging Solve Your Packaging Problems?

1. Elevates your product.

Good packaging differentiates your brand from retail shelves to home displays. It’s what initially communicates to consumers and ultimately influences the purchase decision of customers.

A tin box packaging has a luxurious appeal that immediately elevates your product from the rest. Hence, communicating to people that your brand and business stand on different grounds, effectively increases your brand’s perceived value.

2. Offers space for branding.

From its lid to the body, tin box packaging offers a wide space to put your brand, logo or any quote from your ongoing campaign.

It also offers a huge number of choices to design your packaging. From the size to the shape and the technique to be used. It can be embossed or debossed for added elegance or for a simpler option of utilizing stickers.

3. It fosters a good brand impression.

Aside from being a creative packaging solution, tin box packaging is strong and malleable. It’s not easily broken, thus ensuring quality in your packaging.

Not to mention, it’s also sustainable. Since tin is magnetic, it’s easy to separate from other materials and be recycled without waste.

Furthermore, people can reuse the packaging itself in various ways such as storage of food or daily necessities. Consequently, keeping your brand present in their everyday lives.

4. Its versatility.

Anyone surely came across tin packaging because of its versatility. It’s widely used in the food industry and the medical field because of its specific properties.

However, it doesn’t end there. This packaging is also suitable to ensure your corporate gifts will be in their prime condition until they arrive in your client’s hands. It’s also a secure brand packaging for the liquor industry due to its customizable property.

Moreover, it’s also best for seasonal promotional products and celebrations such as the Mooncake Festival. The lasting packaging will remain relevant year after year. And along with it is your brand.

How Your Tin Box Packaging Will Come To Life?

• Design

The client will first give us a brief on how they want a product packaged – budget, materials, and so on. Some will already have artwork of their specifically designed tin box shape. 

The client can describe the shape and dimensions of the tin box in detail – if visuals are absent our designers will assist in proposing the best shape and logo methods.

• Mould Making

The artwork and drawings will be forwarded to our factory in China – additional designs such as logos, and slogans can be sent later once the body sizing is finalised.

Machinery in the factories is configured to create tin packaging of the exact dimension for our clients. After that, a period of 20 -25 days may be required to create the mould.

• Sample Making

Given sufficient time and upon the client’s request, a sample of the tin box packaging will be produced for clarification purpose. Designs from the client will be incorporated at this stage and approximately 10 days is required for the sample to be made with full colour artwork.

If the tin box is to house something fragile clients might want to add a blister tray, foam or other lining/padding to make sure the product is safe.

• Mass Production

After the client has confirmed and agreed on the sample, mass production can take place. Depending on the complexity of the shape and design (and qty. required), the lead time for manufacturing will vary.

Above are the key steps for creation of the tin boxes. Some steps may be shortened according to the client’s specification for the tins. All relevant costs for the process will be stated before the development stages begin.

How Did Other Brands Utilise the Tin Box Packaging?

During our visit to Ibiza, we are able to spot these stunning packaging concepts from two different brands, Lindt and Oreo. The first packaging comes from Lindt, which comes in the form of a suitcase.  The second one comes from Oreo, which is an Oreo-shaped tin container.

We totally love how Bull Dog continues to bring its customers straightforward skincare options since 2005. We found Bulldog’s travel kit packed in a high-quality tin packaging container as we visited one of the Boots flagship stores in the UK.

Some companies such as Kit Kat and Daiana have launched customized tin packaging in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Let’s discover why it gives brand distinction.

Milka’s bespoke packaging design was indeed remarkable. The brand used their official brand colours and they really ‘popped’ from the shelf.

Here’s a perfect example of a creative souvenir packaging design in a gift shop located in France. The packaging is embellished with the image of the Papal Palace, one of the popular places in the country.

Benedictine D.O.M offered an exclusive product for the Chinese New Year. Aside from its product, what set this promotion apart was the custom-branded packaging used.

These custom tin containers from DV France we’ve seen are the perfect examples of excellent product packaging ideas. Take a look at these  creative tin packaging ideas.

During our travel to France, we are able to catch sight of this simple yet captivating point-of-sale display showcasing Alziari’s olive oil cans. Take a look at Nicolas Alziari’s excellent product packaging and uncover the reasons why it is the best of its kind.

In conclusion,

A tin box packaging can be used by all industries, not just the food and medical field. It is malleable which allows it to be customized into any shape and size that can be unique to your brand. Apart from that, it also has the strength of steel so it’s not easy to break and your products will remain safe inside.

On top of that, tin box packaging is also reusable. People can always find another purpose for it like storage. As well as recycling the tinplate itself.

If you’re interested to get your tin packaging and all the benefits your brand can get from it, don’t hesitate to email ODM with the product code: ODM-4116 and get a quote today.

Aside from packaging, we also manufacture POS displays, bottle glorifiers, corporate gifts and branded merchandise for your marketing needs. We would love to work with you!

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