Tinplate Sheet
Tinplate sheet is a cold-rolled steel substrate with a thin layer of metallic tin applied to both sides, providing corrosion resistance and a surface suitable for printing, sealing and forming. For packaging projects requiring food-safe, hermetic, and visually appealing containers, sourcing tinplate from a single supplier avoids the need to coordinate between a steel mill, a tin plating line and a printing or can-mak
- Single-source supply for tinplate across GB/T 2520, JIS G3303, DIN EN 10203 and ASTM A623M standards
- Tin coating from 1.4/1.4 to 11.2/11.2 g/m² available, including custom dual-side coatings
- Multiple surface finishes: Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte, Mirror and Color Printing for branding and function
- Temper options from T2 to DR8 and BA/CA annealing for formability and hardness control
Mill certificates issued against the ordered grade and standard. Third-party inspection available on request.
What This Material Is For
Tinplate sheet is a cold-rolled steel substrate with a thin layer of metallic tin applied to both sides, providing corrosion resistance and a surface suitable for printing, sealing and forming. For packaging projects requiring food-safe, hermetic, and visually appealing containers, sourcing tinplate from a single supplier avoids the need to coordinate between a steel mill, a tin plating line and a printing or can-making facility. Jialu Metal stocks tinplate across multiple international standards, material grades, coating levels, surface finishes and temper conditions, so a project that needs food-grade cans with printed labels, chemical drums with tight seals, or gift boxes with mirror finishes can be fulfilled on one order, one inspection and one shipment.
Why Buyers Choose It
- Single-source supply for tinplate across GB/T 2520, JIS G3303, DIN EN 10203 and ASTM A623M standards
- Tin coating from 1.4/1.4 to 11.2/11.2 g/m² available, including custom dual-side coatings
- Multiple surface finishes: Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte, Mirror and Color Printing for branding and function
- Temper options from T2 to DR8 and BA/CA annealing for formability and hardness control
- Thickness from 0.12 mm to 6.0 mm and width from 600 mm to 1500 mm, with customization available
- Third-party inspection available before shipment to meet export compliance requirements
Where It Is Used
- Food and beverage can production using SPCC or SPCH material with 2.8/2.8 g/m² coating and mirror finish
- Chemical and paint drum manufacturing requiring high corrosion resistance and tight sealing with DR7M temper
- Aerosol can bodies with color-printed surfaces and 5.6/5.6 g/m² coating for durability and appearance
- Gift packaging and decorative boxes using mirror or stone finish with 8.4/8.4 g/m² coating
- Printing and labeling applications where surface smoothness and ink adhesion are critical
- Projects requiring dual-side coating variations such as 2.8/5.6 g/m² for different functional zones
Who It Is For
- Packaging OEMs producing food, beverage, chemical and aerosol cans
- Can-making factories sourcing raw material for forming and sealing operations
- Branding and printing companies needing tinplate with color-printed or mirror surfaces
- Exporters of metal packaging who need one supplier for multiple product lines
- Industrial buyers requiring corrosion-resistant, formable sheet for drums and containers
Problems It Solves
- Splitting tinplate sourcing across a steel mill, a plating line and a finishing plant, which increases lead time and inspection complexity
- Inconsistent coating thickness or surface finish when ordering from multiple suppliers
- Delays caused by mismatched temper or hardness for forming and stamping processes
- Difficulty in meeting export standards like GB/T 2520, JIS G3303 or DIN EN 10203 when using non-compliant material
- Need for multiple purchase orders and inspections for different coating levels, surface finishes or thicknesses
Technical Features
- Cold-rolled steel base with electrolytic tin coating on both sides, meeting GB/T 2520-2008, JIS G3303-2008, DIN EN 10203-1991 and ASTM A623M-2011
- Tin coating options: Equal (1.4/1.4, 2.2/2.2, 2.8/2.8, 5.6/5.6, 8.4/8.4, 11.2/11.2) and different (1.4/2.8, 2.2/2.8, 2.8/5.6, 2.8/8.4, 2.8/11.2, 5.6/8.4, 5.6/11.2, 8.4/11.2) side coatings
- Thickness range: 0.12 mm to 6.0 mm, width: 600 mm to 1500 mm, with custom sizes available
- Surface finishes: Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte, Mirror and Color Printing for visual and functional needs
- Temper conditions: T2, T2.5, T3, T3.5, T4, T5, DR7, DR7M, DR8, BA (Batch Annealing) and CA (Continuous Annealing)
- Annealing types: CA for high uniformity and BA for specific hardness profiles
Grades Standards And Size Range
Values below come from the published product data. Anything not listed is confirmed per enquiry.
| Product Standards | GB/T 2520-2008, JIS G3303-2008, DIN EN 10203-1991, ASTM A623M-2011 |
|---|---|
| Material Grades | MR, SPCC, SPCH |
| Tin Coating | Equal: 1.4/1.4, 2.2/2.2, 2.8/2.8, 5.6/5.6, 8.4/8.4, 11.2/11.2; Different: 1.4/2.8, 2.2/2.8, 2.8/5.6, 2.8/8.4, 2.8/11.2, 5.6/8.4, 5.6/11.2, 8.4/11.2 |
| Thickness Range | 0.12 mm to 6.0 mm |
| Width Range | 600 mm to 1500 mm |
| Surface Finishes | Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte, Mirror, Color Printing |
| Temper Conditions | T2, T2.5, T3, T3.5, T4, T5, DR7, DR7M, DR8 |
| Annealing Types | CA (Continuous Annealing), BA (Batch Annealing) |
Materials
- MR steel for general-purpose tinplate with moderate formability and cost
- SPCC for standard tinplate used in food and beverage packaging
- SPCH for higher tensile strength and better formability in deep-drawing applications
- Custom material grades available upon request
Manufacturing Route
Quality Control
- Chemical composition and mechanical property checks against specified standards
- In-house CNAS-certified laboratory performs routine testing on material and coating
- Visual and dimensional inspection for surface defects, coating thickness and uniformity
- Third-party inspection available on request before shipment
- Mill certificates issued per purchase order, referencing the standard and grade
Customisation Options
- Custom tin coating levels and dual-side coating combinations available
- Custom thickness and width within 0.12–6.0 mm and 600–1500 mm range
- Custom surface finish including color printing and mirror or stone treatments
- Custom temper and annealing type to match forming and stamping requirements
- OEM service accepted with private labeling and packaging
- Packing and marking tailored to destination port and inspection regime
How It Compares With The Alternatives
| Galvanized steel sheet | Galvanized offers lower cost and good corrosion resistance but lacks the food-safe surface and printability of tinplate, which is essential for packaging |
|---|---|
| Aluminum foil laminate | Aluminum laminate is lighter and more flexible but less durable and not suitable for high-pressure or high-temperature sealing applications where tinplate excels |
| Untreated cold-rolled steel | Untreated steel is cheaper but prone to rust and unsuitable for food or chemical packaging; tinplate provides a protective barrier and is food-grade compliant |
Buying Guide
- Start with the application (e.g., food can, chemical drum, gift box) to determine required coating, surface finish and temper
- Specify the coating level (e.g., 2.8/2.8 g/m² for food cans) and whether equal or different coating is needed
- Confirm the temper (e.g., DR7M for deep drawing) and annealing type (CA for uniformity) based on forming process
- Include width and thickness requirements in the enquiry, as availability varies by size
- Request third-party inspection at order stage to avoid delays at destination
Questions About Tinplate Sheet
Which standards do you supply tinplate to?
GB/T 2520-2008, JIS G3303-2008, DIN EN 10203-1991, and ASTM A623M-2011
Can you supply different tin coating on each side?
Yes. We offer different coating combinations such as 2.8/5.6, 5.6/8.4, and 8.4/11.2 g/m² for functional or cost reasons.
What surface finishes are available?
Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte, Mirror, and Color Printing are available for branding and functional needs.
Do you offer custom thickness and width?
Yes. We supply thickness from 0.12 mm to 6.0 mm and width from 600 mm to 1500 mm, with custom sizes available upon request.
Can we get third-party inspection?
Yes. Third-party inspection is available on request and can be scheduled before shipment.
What payment terms and currencies do you accept?
L/C, T/T, PayPal, and credit card, in USD, CAD, AUD, SGD, EUR, or RMB.
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