Low Carbon Tinplate Coil - Eco-Friendly Steel Packaging Material

Tianjin TISCO International Trade Co., Ltd.

Verified Custom manufacturer 5yrs

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Technical Specifications of Low Carbon Tinplate Coil

Property	Parameter	Description
Product Name	Low Carbon Tinplate Coil	Electrolytic tinned cold-rolled steel with low carbon content
Material Grade	SPTE / T-1 / EN 10202	International grade equivalents for tinplate
Standard Compliance	JIS G3303, ASTM A623, EN 10202	Meets major international tinplate standards
Carbon Content (C)	≤0.12%	Low carbon for improved formability and weldability
Manganese (Mn)	0.20-0.60%	Enhances strength and hardenability
Phosphorus (P)	≤0.020%	Controlled for ductility and corrosion resistance
Sulfur (S)	≤0.020%	Low sulfur content for surface quality
Base Steel Thickness	0.15 - 0.50 mm	Cold-rolled steel substrate thickness range
Tin Coating Weight	2.8 - 11.2 g/m² (E2.8 to E11.2)	Electrolytic tin coating per side
Coil Width	600 - 1050 mm	Standard width options for tinplate coils
Coil Weight	3 - 10 tons	Typical coil weight range
Temper Grade	T-1, T-2, T-3, T-4, T-5	Hardness grades from soft to hard temper
Surface Finish	Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte	Multiple surface treatment options
Passivation	311, 314, 315	Chromium passivation types for corrosion protection
Application	Food cans, beverage cans, aerosol containers, metal closures	Typical packaging industry applications
Corrosion Resistance	Excellent with tin coating	Tin layer provides cathodic protection to steel
Certification	ISO 9001, FDA approved, EN 10202	Quality and food-safety certifications
Packaging	Eye-to-sky or eye-to-wall, waterproof wrapping	Standard export packaging for coils
MOQ	25 tons	Minimum order quantity per specification

Low Carbon Tinplate Coil - Eco-Friendly Steel Packaging Material

Low carbon tinplate coil represents a specialized cold-rolled steel product with a thin tin coating, engineered specifically for sustainable packaging applications. This premium-grade material combines exceptional formability with superior corrosion resistance, making it the preferred choice for food and beverage manufacturers, aerosol container producers, and industrial packaging companies seeking environmentally responsible metal solutions. With carbon content limited to 0.12% maximum per ASTM A623, this eco-friendly steel substrate delivers optimal stamping characteristics while maintaining structural integrity across diverse production environments.

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What is Low Carbon Tinplate Coil?

Low carbon tinplate coil consists of cold-reduced carbon steel base metal electroplated with a thin layer of pure tin, typically ranging from 2.8 to 11.2 grams per square meter. The reduced carbon composition enhances ductility and weldability compared to standard tinplate grades, enabling complex forming operations without material fracture. This engineered coating system provides a non-toxic barrier between steel substrate and packaged contents, complying with FDA 21 CFR 175.300 for direct food contact applications.

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Low Carbon Tinplate Coil Technical Specifications

Our low carbon tinplate coil conforms to JIS G3303:2012 and EN 10202:2001 standards, featuring base metal thickness from 0.15mm to 0.49mm with coating designations from E2.8/2.8 to E11.2/11.2. The material exhibits tensile strength between 290-450 MPa depending on temper grade (T-1 through T-5), with elongation values ranging from 32% to 2% per ASTM A623M specifications. Surface finish options include bright, stone, silver, and matte configurations to meet specific packaging aesthetics and printing requirements.

Why Choose Our Low Carbon Tinplate Coil

Our mill-direct supply chain delivers cost-effective pricing with guaranteed chemical composition traceable to heat analysis certificates. Every production lot undergoes rigorous quality verification including coating weight measurement via XRF analysis, temper hardness testing per Rockwell HR30T scale, and surface inspection meeting ASTM A599 defect classification standards. We maintain extensive inventory across T-2, T-3, and T-4 temper grades in standard coil widths from 600mm to 1050mm, enabling rapid fulfillment for both prototype quantities and full production volumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Our standard MOQ for low carbon tinplate coil is 25 metric tons per specification, approximately one full container load. For customers requiring multiple temper grades or coating weights, we accommodate mixed container shipments with a minimum of 5 tons per individual specification to optimize logistics efficiency while maintaining competitive mill-direct pricing structures.

Do you provide material test certificates?

Yes, we supply comprehensive mill test certificates (MTC) per EN 10204 Type 3.1 documentation with every shipment. Certificates include complete chemical analysis results, mechanical property test data, tin coating weight verification, and compliance statements for FDA food contact regulations and European Framework Regulation EC 1935/2004 for materials intended to contact foodstuffs.

What is the typical delivery time?

Standard delivery schedules range from 35-45 days for in-stock temper grades shipped from our Asian production facilities to major international ports. Expedited production runs for custom specifications require 50-60 days from purchase order confirmation, including quality assurance testing and container loading. We provide detailed shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin to facilitate customs clearance procedures.

Can you cut to custom sizes?

Our processing capabilities include precision slitting to custom widths with tolerances of ±0.5mm and cut-to-length services producing sheets from 500mm to 2500mm in length. We operate high-speed slitting lines equipped with carbide tooling to maintain edge quality without burr formation, essential for downstream stamping operations. Custom cutting services are available for orders exceeding 10 metric tons with lead times of 15-20 days beyond standard coil delivery schedules.

Get a Competitive Quote for Low Carbon Tinplate Coil

Request your customized quotation today by providing your required specifications including temper grade, coating designation, coil dimensions, and annual volume projections. Our technical sales team responds within 24 hours with detailed pricing, availability confirmation, and application-specific recommendations to optimize your packaging production efficiency. Contact us now to discover how our factory-competitive rates and consistent quality standards can enhance your supply chain performance while supporting your sustainability initiatives.

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Ratings & Reviews

5.0

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Based on 8 reviews for verified purchases

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5.0

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5.0

Chris Martin

Canada

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2025-08-16

Perfect Cut-to-Length Service for Short Runs
Ordered 12 tons of custom-cut tinplate sheets: 0.22mm thickness, T-3 temper, 1200mm × 800mm dimensions for small-batch aerosol can trials. Cut-to-length service was precise with ±0.5mm tolerance maintained across 8,500 sheets. Edge quality excellent with carbide tooling - no secondary deburring required. Surface finish 2B grade showed no scratches or handling marks. Lead time was 58 days including cutting operations, reasonable for custom processing. FDA compliance certificates included. Ideal supplier for prototype and low-volume production requirements.

William Taylor

Australia

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2025-09-07

Acceptable Quality with Initial Documentation Issues
Purchased 15 tons of T-2 tinplate coil (0.30mm thickness) for prototype specialty container project. Material quality was acceptable - coating weight E11.2/11.2 as specified, formability adequate for our trials. Initial mill certificates had minor discrepancies in heat numbers that required clarification, causing 5-day delay in customs clearance at Melbourne port. Supplier resolved documentation within 48 hours and provided corrected EN 10204 3.1 certificates. Final delivery was 52 days total. Material itself performed as expected in testing.

Hans Mueller

Germany

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2025-09-30

Solid Performance for Industrial Packaging
Ordered 30 tons of T-3 temper tinplate (0.25mm, 900mm width, matte finish) for industrial paint container production. Material performed well in our stamping operations with consistent formability. European Framework Regulation EC 1935/2004 compliance documented. Tensile strength ranged 340-355 MPa across coils, slightly more variation than premium grades but acceptable for our application. Pricing was 8% lower than German suppliers. Delivery was 44 days to Hamburg. Good value for non-critical packaging applications.

Wei Chen

Singapore

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2025-10-20

Reliable Supply for Multiple Container Projects
We distribute tinplate to regional can makers and ordered mixed container: 12 tons T-2 (0.24mm), 8 tons T-3 (0.20mm), 5 tons T-4 (0.18mm). All three temper grades met JIS G3303:2012 specifications. Coating weights verified by independent lab matched mill certificates within 0.2g/m². Packaging was excellent with moisture-proof wrapping. Delivered to Singapore port in 39 days. This supplier accommodates our varied customer requirements better than larger mills. Sixth order placed.

Ahmed Al-Hassan

UAE

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2025-11-10

Premium Tinplate with Excellent Technical Support
Purchased 18 tons of custom-slit tinplate coil (0.21mm, 720mm width, T-3 temper) for specialty container project. Technical sales team provided detailed recommendations on temper selection based on our forming requirements. Material arrived at Jebel Ali port in 36 days with edge quality showing no burr formation - critical for our stamping dies. EN 10202:2001 compliance verified. Slitting tolerance held to ±0.3mm across entire order. Response time for quotation was under 20 hours.

Michael Johnson

United States

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2025-12-02

Good Value T-2 Tinplate with Minor Delivery Delay
Ordered 25 tons of T-2 temper low carbon tinplate, 0.28mm thickness, stone finish for paint can production. Material quality was solid - coating designation E8.4/8.4 matched specifications, Rockwell HR30T hardness at 52 as expected. Chemical composition traceable to heat certificates. Price was competitive compared to three other suppliers we contacted. Delivery took 48 days instead of promised 40 days due to port congestion, but supplier kept us informed throughout. Would order again for non-urgent projects.

Carlos Silva

Brazil

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2025-12-23

Outstanding Quality for Food Can Applications
We purchased 32 tons of T-4 temper tinplate coil (0.19mm, 850mm width, bright finish) for three-piece food can production. FDA 21 CFR 175.300 compliance confirmed in certificates. Tensile strength tested at 415 MPa, elongation 8%, exactly matching our stamping press requirements. Surface inspection showed zero defects per ASTM A599 classification. This is our fourth consecutive order. Lead time was 42 days to Santos port. Highly recommended for beverage and food packaging manufacturers.

James Wilson

United Kingdom

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2026-01-07

Excellent T-3 Tinplate for Aerosol Production
Ordered 28 tons of low carbon tinplate coil, 0.23mm thickness, T-3 temper, E5.6/5.6 coating for our aerosol can manufacturing line. Material certificates confirmed carbon content at 0.09%, well within ASTM A623 limits. Coating weight measured 5.58g/m² by XRF analysis, perfectly uniform across the coil. Formability exceeded expectations with zero cracking during deep drawing operations. Delivered to Southampton port in 38 days with complete EN 10204 3.1 documentation.