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aluminum can sleek 450ml
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[Sleek 450ml Packaging Architecture] Manufactured by hiuierpack, a global aluminum packaging producer and contract canning enterprise, our Sleek 450ml Aluminum Cans provide the optimal bridge between standard 330ml/355ml Sleek cans and traditional 500ml Standard formats. Engineered with an ergonomic slender body profile and a 202# easy-open neck, the Sleek 450ml format delivers premium hand-feel aesthetics, enhanced retail shelf differentiation, and high structural resistance to internal carbonation pressure.
Powered by hiuierpack's integrated supply chain—comprising a self-owned 6,000 m² automated brewery, 6 high-speed filling lines, and a consolidated network of 12 state-of-the-art aluminum packaging facilities delivering over 10 billion cans annually—we supply full turnkey packaging solutions across 75+ export destinations.
In-House Brewery & Processing Hub: Operates an integrated 6,000 m² modern brewery and laboratory, offering end-to-end liquid formulation, high-gravity brewing, and contract canning under one roof.
12 Consolidated Packaging Plants: Strategic manufacturing network capable of absorbing large-volume commercial production runs without scheduling bottlenecks.
Two Decades of Export Expertise: Over 20 years navigating global customs compliance, international maritime logistics, and food-contact regulatory frameworks.
Annual Output: Exceeds 10 Billion aluminum cans across Sleek, Slim, Standard, and King Can formats.
6 High-Speed Filling Lines: Equipped with counter-pressure filling, continuous double-seam inspection, and inline tunnel pasteurization, running at speeds up to 1,200 cans per minute.
High-Carbonation Capability: In-house filling systems supporting aggressive gas volumes for RTD energy drinks, sparkling ciders, and craft lagers.
High-Tensile Aluminum Alloys: Formed from premium Alloy 3104/3004 (H19 temper) for ultra-thin wall ironing with high axial crush resistance; Lids formed from Alloy 5182.
BPA-NI Internal Linings: 100% compliant water-based Epoxy or BPA-NI coatings, creating an absolute barrier against metal migration and preserving subtle flavor notes over extended storage.
Seamless 2-Piece Construction: Seamless deep-drawn body engineered to withstand internal pressures up to 6.2 bar (90 PSI) without dome reversal or seam stress.
| Technical Parameter | Specification / Industrial Standard |
| Can Profile / Format | Sleek 450ml (Sleek Medium-Large Profile) |
| Nominal Liquid Volume | 450 ml (15.2 fl oz) |
| Body Diameter | φ 58.4 mm (Standard Sleek Frame) |
| Matching Lid / Opening Size | 202# SOT (Stay-on-Tab) / RPT (Ring Pull-Tab) Easy-Open Ends |
| Internal Pressure Limit | Tested up to 6.2bar(90 PSI) for carbonated beverages |
| Thermal Processing Limits | Tunnel Pasteurization (60℃-65℃); Hot-Fill (85℃-90℃) |
| Internal Protective Coating | 100% FDA/SGS Compliant BPA-NI or Water-based Epoxy |
| Lithographic Decoration | Up to 8-Color Dry-Offset Lithography (Pantone PMS Matched) |
| Surface Finish Capabilities | High-Gloss, Premium Matte, 3D Tactile, Fluorescent, Metallic Grain |
| Recyclability Standard | 100% Infinitely Recyclable (Saves up to 95% energy vs. primary aluminum) |
Printing Style
FDA Compliance (U.S. Food and Drug Administration food-contact safe)
SGS Certified (Heavy metal testing & chemical migration limits passed)
ISO 9001:2015 & HACCP (Quality & Food Safety Management Systems)
FSSC 22000 (Global Food Safety Initiative recognized)
Every production lot of Sleek 450ml cans passes a 4-stage automated QC inspection protocol:
Raw Coil Audit: Gauge thickness, tensile strength, and surface purity verification on incoming aluminum coils.
100% Inline Optical Audits: High-speed camera inspection for rim fractures, neck deformations, and internal spray void spots.
Destructive Physical Testing: Axial load testing, hydraulic burst pressure evaluation (>6.2 bar), and enamel conductivity tests.
Microscopic Double-Seam Analysis: Cross-section projection verifying seam tightness, overlap, and hook length prior to COA issuance.
Artwork Submission: Submit vector artwork files (.AI, .PDF, or .PSD at 300+ DPI with Pantone PMS codes).
Prepress Engineering & 3D Proofing: Digital renders and seam alignment proofs generated within 48 hours.
Plate Making & Physical Sampling: Physical sample cans printed and dispatched via express courier (DHL/FedEx) in 7–10 working days.
Mass Production & Coating: Mass 8-color printing and automated internal spraying proceed upon sample sign-off.
Final QA & Global Dispatch: Finished goods undergo final inspection, palletization, and sea freight loading with full COA documentation.
Middle East & Central Asia: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan.
Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines.
Africa & Europe: Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Egypt, UK, EU regions.
Americas & Australasia: Australia, New Zealand, and regional fillers across North/South America.
Prepress & Sample Delivery: 7 – 10 Working Days.
Mass Production (Plain Blank Cans): 10 – 12 Working Days.
Mass Production (Custom Printed Cans): 15 – 20 Working Days from final sample approval.
Turnkey Contract Brewing & Beverage Filling: 20 – 30 Working Days.
Custom Printed Sleek 450ml Cans: Standard baseline order starts at 100,000 to 150,000 units per SKU.
Plain Blank Cans: Available at lower MOQs for regional market test runs.
Mixed Container Loading: Fully supports mixed-SKU container loading (20'GP / 40'HQ) combining Sleek 450ml cans, 202# lids, or matching 250ml/330ml formats.
Heavy-Duty Export Pallets: Layer-stacked empty cans separated by protective sheets, secured with top boards and high-tension stretch film.
Optimized Container Density: Custom pallet height engineering for $40\text{'HQ}$ containers maximizes volume, reducing per-unit freight overhead by up to 15%.
Middle East Energy Beverage Brand: Launched a premium 450ml Sleek energy drink line replacing standard 500ml cans. Achieved a 22% increase in retail margin due to premium visual positioning and reduced liquid freight mass.
European Craft Cider Producer: Scaled a seasonal fruit cider series using matte-finished Sleek 450ml cans with BPA-NI linings. Achieved zero flavor alteration and zero transit damage across 2 million units shipped.
A: The Sleek 450ml aluminum can features a slender body diameter of φ58.4 mm paired with a 202# neck. It sits between the standard 330ml/355ml Sleek formats and the 500ml Standard format (φ 66.1 mm). Compared to a 500ml Standard can, the Sleek 450ml offers an ergonomic, modern hand-feel, a higher shelf profile, and a more premium aesthetic for energy drinks, RTDs, and craft beers.
A: The 450ml volume serves as a strategic single-serve size. It offers a larger portion than 330ml for high-consumption markets while avoiding the bulkiness of a 500ml can. Furthermore, the Sleek 450ml uses less aluminum per container body than a 500ml Standard can, allowing beverage brands to lower unit freight costs while maintaining premium price points.
A: The Sleek 450ml can features a narrowed neck that matches standard 202# easy-open lids (φ 52.3mmnecking). hiuierpack manufactures both SOT (Stay-on-Tab) and RPT (Ring Pull-Tab) 202# lids in-house, available with tool-free opening, customized color tabs, and laser-etched under-tab promotional codes.
A: Yes. Because the Sleek 450ml shares the exact φ 58.4 mm body diameter and 202# lid size with 330ml Sleek cans, filling plants do not need to change starwheels, seaming heads, or conveyor rails. Converting a line from 330ml Sleek to Sleek 450ml requires only vertical height adjustments to filler and seamer bowls. Note: If transitioning from a 250ml Standard can (φ 66.1 mm body / 211# frame), line change parts (starwheels and guide rails) are required.
A: We provide up to 8-color dry-offset printing with Pantone (PMS) matching. Available surface finishes include High-Gloss, Matte/Satin, 3D Tactile Texture, Fluorescent, and Metallic Grain. Our prepress division also offers digital proofing and cultural design adaptation to tailor packaging visuals for Middle Eastern, European, or African retail markets.
A: The standard MOQ for custom 8-color printed Sleek 450ml cans is 100,000 to 150,000 units per SKU. Unprinted plain blank cans are available at lower MOQs. Prepress sample production takes 7 to 10 working days, while mass production requires 15 to 20 working days following sample sign-off.
A: All Sleek 450ml cans receive an automated internal spray of 100% Food-Grade BPA-NI (BPA Non-Intent) or water-based Epoxy resin, certified by FDA and SGS to isolate the liquid from raw aluminum. Built with high-tensile Alloy 3104/3004, the cans withstand internal pressures up to 6.2 bar (90 PSI) and endure temperature fluctuations during ocean shipping without leaking or buckling.
A: Cans are layer-stacked on heavy-duty wooden export pallets, separated by protective plastic sheets, top-boarded, and bound under high-tension stretch film. Our engineered pallet stacking height for $40\text{'HQ}$ ocean containers maximizes total unit density, reducing per-unit sea freight overhead by up to 15%.
A: Yes. hiuierpack operates a 6,000 m² primary processing plant equipped with 6 high-speed automated canning lines. We offer complete turnkey OEM/ODM contract brewing and filling services—handling liquid flavor formulation, carbonation, automated seaming, and export documentation under single-source accountability.
