Elevate your beverage distribution with high-performance 500ml standard aluminum cans, precision-engineered for craft breweries, soft drink bottlers, and global RTD beverage brands. As a flagship packaging format, the 500ml (16.9 oz) profile strikes the ultimate commercial balance between generous consumer serving size, high shelf impact, and optimized freight logistics.
Manufactured by Jinzhou using 100% recyclable, food-grade aluminum, our container solutions integrate eco-conscious sustainability with rigorous mechanical protection. Whether you are packaging craft lager, energy drinks, sparkling water, or RTD cocktails, our advanced manufacturing grid guarantees structural stability, zero-light contamination, and precise filling-line compatibility.
Specification
Product Name
Aluminum can
Capacity
500ml(16.9oz)
Type
Standard
Lid type
202# SOT/RPT B64
Printing Type
Laser-engraved,Digital Printing(Smart)
Surface
Glossy,Matte,Fluorescent,Thermochromic
Packing
40’ HQ
(a) Cans Per Layer: 389 PCs
(b) Layers Per Pallet: 14 Layers
(c) Cans Per Pallet: 5446 PCs
(d) Net Weight: 75kg Apprx.
(e) Gross Weight: 110kg Apprx.
Why Global Brands Partner with Erjin for 500ml Cans
4 Core Value Pillars
Pillar
Core Advantage
Technical Highlight
Sustainability
Low-Carbon Footprint
100% Infinitely Recyclable Aluminum
Logistics Efficiency
Optimized Ocean Freight
5,446 Cans / Pallet Density Grid
Advanced Graphics
High-Impact Shelf Presence
Digital & UV Fluorescent Lithography
Filling Compatibility
Zero-Jam High-Speed Running
Precision 202# Seam & Neck Fit
Backed by over two decades of international trade excellence and a massive manufacturing grid, we connect global beverage brands with tier-one aluminum packaging and turnkey OEM filling solutions.
Enterprise Strengths: Scalability & Global Footprint
20+ Years Export Expertise: Proven track record supplying craft breweries, soft drink manufacturers, and commercial distributors across 75+ countries and regions.
15B+ Annual Capacity: Powered by a strategic network of 12 state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, delivering uninterrupted inventory security even during peak global seasons.
Full Regulatory Compliance: Certified under FDA, SGS, and ISO standards, featuring 100% food-safe and BPA-NI (BPA Non-Intent) protective internal linings.
Product & Service Advantages: Customization to Filling
Full-Range Can Portfolio: Precision-molded standard, sleek, and slim aluminum cans across all international volume configurations (190ml to 1000ml).
Flexible OEM & ODM Scaling: Tailored contract manufacturing frameworks engineered to support both emerging startup trial batches and high-volume global brand runs.
Advanced Lithography & Printing: Custom Pantone color matching, matte, glossy, tactile, laser-engraved ends, and specialty UV-fluorescent printing finishes.
To assist supply chain managers with landed cost calculations and ocean freight budgeting, Jinzhou optimizes all palletization layouts for international sea transit:
Container Loading Metric
Standard Pallet Specification
Layer Configuration
389 Cans Per Layer
Pallet Stacking Height
14 Layers Per Pallet
Total Units Per Pallet
5,446 Cans / Pallet
Pallet Net Weight
Approx. 75 kg
Pallet Gross Weight
Approx. 110 kg
40' HQ Full Container Yield
87,136 Cans (16 Full Pallets)
40' HQ Yield (Including Lids)
81,690 Cans + Lids (15 Integrated Pallets)
Specialized Lid Options (Easy-Open Ends)
Complete your package with Jinzhou’s color-matched and promotional 202# easy-open ends:
Closure Mechanics: Stay-On Tab (SOT) and Ring Pull Tab (RPT) in B64 or CDL profiles.
Anodized Color Shells: Silver, Matte Black, Royal Blue, Gold, and Crimson Red.
Branding Extensions: Custom laser-engraved QR codes, under-tab promotional printing, and custom-colored pull tabs.
Every 500ml aluminum can produced across Jinzhou’s automated production lines undergoes an uncompromised 7-stage quality inspection framework:
Precision Cupping & Ironing: High-speed wall-ironing ensures consistent body thickness and top-load column strength.
Optoelectronic Camera Inspection: High-resolution cameras check 100% of cans for internal scratches, pinholes, and flange dents prior to coating.
Internal Enamel Validation: Automated pinhole and pressure leak detectors guarantee zero chemical reaction between acidic beverages and raw alloy.
Sterile Packaging & Shipping: Finished cans are stacked on heavy-duty, tension-wrapped export pallets, protecting against high-seas humidity and transit shock.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What types of beverages are best suited for 500ml standard aluminum cans?
The 500ml format is the gold standard for craft beer, lagers, carbonated soft drinks (CSDs), energy drinks, sparkling waters, RTD iced teas, and functional sports beverages targeting high-volume retail buyers.
2. What custom printing technologies does Jinzhou support on 500ml cans?
We offer high-definition CMYK dry offset printing (up to 8 colors), digital smart printing for multi-SKU trial runs, laser-engraved lids, thermochromic temperature-indicator inks, and high-visibility fluorescent coatings.
3. What is the standard minimum order quantity (MOQ) for 500ml cans?
Our base production MOQ is 1 × 40' HQ container (~87,136 units) for unprinted or digitally proofed cans, and 3 × 40' HQ containers for large-scale custom offset production runs.
4. Are Jinzhou’s 500ml aluminum cans BPA-Free?
Yes. In addition to standard high-grade epoxy linings, we provide certified BPA-NI (BPA Non-Intent) internal coatings that strictly comply with FDA, EU, and global food-contact safety standards.
Partner with Jinzhou for Your Packaging Needs
Contact our engineering team today to receive detailed technical blueprints, request physical sample kits, or obtain a factory-direct quote within 12 hours.
