How to choose 8011 aluminum foil or 3003 aluminum foil for food containers?

date:2024-10-17 15:39:51 click: 155

Aluminum foil containers is usually made of 8011 aluminum alloy foil or 3003 aluminum alloy foil, each with its own unique advantages and application scenarios.


8011 aluminum foil has good barrier properties, mechanical properties, and formability, and is suitable for fields such as food packaging and pharmaceutical packaging. Its advantages include easy molding, convenient sealing, strong barrier properties, which can protect the original flavor of food and extend its shelf life. In addition, 8011 aluminum foil also has excellent oxygen resistance, light avoidance, and moisture resistance, making it perform well in food packaging. The thickness of 8011 aluminum foil is generally between 0.04-0.13mm, with a width range of 150-1300mm. It is suitable for fast food restaurants, food delivery and speed matching shops, home kitchens, high-end hotels, and service industries related to packaged food.


On the other hand, 3003 aluminum foil is known for its clean surface, no oil stains, bright lines, and other impurities. The product is safe and hygienic, with high elongation and tensile strength. 3003 aluminum foil is also suitable for the field of food packaging, especially in applications that require high strength and good formability. Its thickness is generally between 0.018-0.2mm, and its width range is 100-1650mm. Different specifications can be customized according to customer requirements.


Mingtai Aluminum is one of the main producers of these two types of aluminum foil, providing products with stable quality and favorable prices, and can undertake large-scale orders. Both 8011 and 3003 aluminum foils comply with national food hygiene standards, can safely come into contact with food, and do not produce harmful substances during processing.


In summary, 8011 and 3003 aluminum foils each have their own advantages, and the choice of material depends on specific application requirements. 8011 aluminum foil is suitable for applications that require high barrier properties and mechanical properties, while 3003 aluminum foil is suitable for occasions that require high strength and good formability.

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