The use of aluminum bottles has become popular with brands and manufacturers. The versatility in packaging sizes and options, along with the smooth and clean metal appearance, makes them attractive to consumers. On top of that, aluminum bottles are both sustainable and environmentally friendly.
The aluminum used is a thin durable sheet that can be shaped into a bottle and other shapes. This allows the bottle to be lightweight and provide sturdy protection.
What Are Aluminum Bottles Used For?
Aluminum offers new and simple bottling packaging options for a wide range of companies in various industries. Companies use aluminum bottles for safe packaging since it is corrosion-resistant and will not rust. The durability and longevity make aluminum bottles perfect for long-term storage.
Currently, aluminum bottles are commonly used for food & beverages, cosmetics, personal care products and pharmaceutical products. The superior look and feel of aluminum bottles create the appearance of a high-end product that attracts customers. Bottles can be paired with continuous thread closures or dispensing closures such as pumps and sprayers to fit the needs of many different products. During the pandemic, restaurants and bars even turned to aluminum bottles to use as takeout containers for their cocktails. Versatility is one of the many benefits aluminum offers as a packaging option.
The Benefits of Aluminum Bottles
There are reasons why more brands are starting to make the transition from traditional plastic and glass bottles, jars, and other types of packaging to aluminum packaging. First, aluminum provides a strong and durable package that is lightweight, making it more efficient to transport. Second, aluminum also provides a nice feel and an easy format for applying various labels and decorations such as pressure-sensitive and acetate labels.
There are also the visual benefits of aluminum that help companies with branding and customer awareness. One of our customers, Palo Alto Potions, makers of Yoga Clean®, used an aluminum bottle for their packaging. They were looking for a way to stand out from their competitors on the shelf. The aluminum package gave their product a superior look and feel that created a high-quality impression which grabs the consumer’s attention.
Aluminum is 100% Recyclable
When comparing aluminum to other packaging materials, its apparent aluminum has many inherent advantages. The biggest benefit of aluminum is that it is 100% recyclable, making it environment-friendly and cost-effective. It is considered a top-tiered recyclable material, meaning that it is infinitely recyclable without any negative impact on its quality.
According to the Aluminum Association, aluminum is one of the most recycled materials on the market today with nearly 75% of all aluminum produced in the U.S. still in use today. More than 90% of aluminum used in building and automotive parts is recycled at the end of use. The majority of aluminum is recycled through curbside and municipal programs.
How Can MJS Packaging Help?
If your company is looking to start utilizing aluminum packaging, MJS Packaging can help. We work with many companies to provide aluminum packaging solutions.
Contact MJS Packaging today online or talk with one of our knowledgeable packaging solutions specialists by calling (800) 915-2262.
