PACKAGING INFORMATION

1. Aluminum Cans

Common Sizes:

• 250 mL Slim – popular for energy drinks, sparkling water

• 330 mL Standard – soft drinks, beer, flavored sparkling beverages

• 500 mL Tall – energy drinks, beer, larger serving beverages

Advantages:

• Lightweight, fully recyclable

• Blocks light and oxygen → preserves taste & nutrients

• Excellent for carbonation retention

Considerations:

• Requires canning line with seamers

• Inside lacquer coating to prevent beverage-to-metal interaction (especially for acidic drinks)

• Transport-friendly but prone to denting if mishandled

• For acidic/energy drinks: epoxy or BPA-NI (Bisphenol A–non-intent) coatings

Decoration Options:

• Printed cans (direct lithography)

• Shrink sleeve labels

• Pressure-sensitive labels (short runs)

2. PET Bottles

Common Sizes for Beverages:

• 250 mL – juices, functional shots, premium water

• 500 mL – water, iced tea, sports drinks

• 1L–2L – family-size water and carbonated beverages

Advantages:

• Lightweight, shatter-resistant, lower transport cost

• Can be transparent or tinted

• Suitable for both still and carbonated drinks

Considerations:

• Oxygen barrier PET or coatings needed for oxygen-sensitive products

• Not as premium-looking as glass

• Susceptible to heat deformation — avoid high-temp storage

Decoration Options:

• Shrink sleeves for full 360° branding

• Pressure-sensitive labels

• In-mold labeling (IML) for high-end look

3. Glass Bottles

Common Sizes:

• 250 mL – premium juices, mixers, kombucha

• 330 mL – craft sodas, beer, iced teas

• 500 mL – premium still water, juices

Advantages:

• Premium look and feel

• 100% recyclable without quality loss

• Excellent oxygen and CO₂ barrier

• Retains flavor integrity without inner coatings

Considerations:

• Heavier, higher transport costs

• Breakage risk

• Requires crown caps, twist-off caps, or swing tops depending on application

• Needs pasteurization or hot-fill compatibility (depending on product)

Decoration Options:

• Paper or synthetic labels

• Direct screen printing on glass

• Shrink sleeves for full-body design

4. General Packaging Data Table