Custom tins for tea.
Tea absorbs odors and moisture easily and fades in light. A tin with a tight lid keeps it fresh, and customers keep a good tin long after the tea is gone.
What tea packaging has to do.
- 01Airtight lidDouble-lid or tight slip-lid designs keep air and moisture out better than a loose lid.
- 02Food-safe liningTea in direct contact with the tin needs a food-safe interior lacquer or an inner bag; ask what lining is used.
- 03Odor isolationTea picks up smells from nearby products. A sealed tin, or a foil inner bag, protects it.
- 04Food labelingPackaged tea sold in the US needs FDA food labeling, including net weight and the name and address of the packer.
General guidance from public rules and standards, not legal advice. Regulations change and vary by state; confirm the current text with your regulator before you print.
Materials and finishes.
- 01Printed tinplateFull-colour artwork printed on the metal.
- 02Embossed lidsA raised logo for a premium feel.
- 03Inner foil bagExtra freshness, and lets tins be refilled.
Size guidance.
- 011–2 ozSamplers and rolled leaves.
- 023–4 ozTypical loose-leaf retail.
- 038 oz+Large-leaf and value tins.
Typical starting points, not specs. Test-fill with your own product before you print.
Questions.
01Do tea tins need an inner bag?
Not if the tin has a food-safe lining and a tight lid, but many brands add one for extra freshness.
02How much tea fits in a tin?
It varies a lot by leaf. A 4 oz tin of rolled oolong is much smaller than a 4 oz tin of white tea. Test fill before you print.
03Are custom tins reusable?
Yes, and that is a reason many tea brands use them; it keeps the brand on the customer's shelf.
04How do I get custom tins for tea quoted?
Send your size, material, finish and quantity through the quote form. We quote the same spec through our network of 17 factories, free, and show the factory price and our margin as two separate numbers.