Push-up bottom composite cans for snack foods, cookies, nuts, protein bars, and dry products. Custom diameters, full-color offset printing, multiple inner liner options for optimal shelf life. Factory-direct pricing from an ISO-certified manufacturer.
Custom Printed Chip Can — 73mm × 200mm
Composite cans with push-up bottom mechanism — the iconic cylindrical packaging format loved by consumers worldwide.
Our chip cans are spiral-wound composite containers built from multiple layers of paperboard, with an inner barrier liner and a printed outer label. The signature push-up bottom allows consumers to lift the product as they consume it — a design that has become the global standard for chip and snack packaging.
We manufacture chip cans for snack brands, private label operators, and food manufacturers across 50+ countries. Every can is produced on automated winding lines with in-process quality checks for dimensional accuracy, moisture barrier performance, and print quality.
Standard diameters (53mm, 73mm, 83mm) match existing filling line tooling. Custom diameters from 50mm to 200mm available. All food-contact materials meet FDA 21 CFR and EU 10/2011 requirements.
All dimensions customizable. Contact us for your exact requirements.
| Parameter | Standard Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Inner Diameter | 53mm, 73mm, 83mm | Custom 50-200mm available (+$200-800 tooling) |
| Can Height | 80mm — 300mm | Cut to your specification |
| Wall Thickness | 0.8mm — 3.0mm | 3-7 ply construction |
| Inner Liner | PE coating, Aluminum foil, EVOH | MVTR from 0.5 to 15 g/m²/day |
| Outer Material | Coated art paper, Kraft, White board | FSC certified available |
| Printing | Offset (up to 6C), Flexo, Screen | Pantone matching included |
| Finishing | Matte/Gloss lam, Foil stamp, Spot UV | Premium options available |
| Cap Type | Snap-fit, Screw cap w/ O-ring, Metal | Custom molding available |
| Bottom | Push-up (standard), Fixed | Patented push-up mechanism |
| MOQ | 1,000 — 3,000 units | Standard diameters |
| Lead Time | 20 — 35 days | After sample approval |
| Sample | 12 — 15 days | Full print proof included |
What sets our chip can manufacturing apart from other suppliers.
Every batch tested for MVTR (moisture barrier), compression strength, cap retention force, and dimensional accuracy before shipment. ISO 9001:2015 certified facility.
Offset printing up to 6 colors plus varnish. Pantone color matching with spectrophotometer verification. Delta E < 2.0 color accuracy standard.
FDA 21 CFR food contact compliance, BRCGS packaging safety, FSC chain of custody (C128717), ISO 9001:2015. Annual surveillance audits on all certs.
No trading company markups. Direct factory pricing saves 15-25% versus going through intermediaries. 20,000 m² facility with 30,000+ daily output.
FOB Shanghai or CIF worldwide. Sea freight 25-35 days to US/EU, air freight 5-8 days. Full export documentation and customs clearance support.
Free design mockups and sample service. Your artwork or our in-house team — we handle structural design, print prepress, and brand consistency.
Choose the right moisture barrier for your product and target shelf life.
| Liner Type | MVTR (g/m²/day) | Shelf Life | Best For | Cost Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE Coated Kraft | 8-15 | 6-9 months | Cookies, crackers, dry snacks | Baseline |
| Aluminum Foil Laminate | 0.5-2 | 12-18 months | Nuts, protein bars, premium chips | +25-35% |
| EVOH Barrier Film | 1-3 | 9-12 months | Eco-conscious premium brands | +30-40% |
| Wax-Coated Paper | 8-15 | 3-6 months | Bakery, short-shelf items | +5-10% |
Learn more about liner selection in our Inner Liner Guide and MVTR Requirements Guide
The cap is the most critical part of chip can packaging for freshness and consumer experience.
Injection-molded PE or PP cap. Good for domestic distribution. Easy to open and reseal. MVTR contribution: 3-5 g/m²/day equivalent.
Best moisture seal. Rubber O-ring creates compression seal. MVTR contribution: 0.5-1.5 g/m²/day. Recommended for humid markets and 12-month shelf life.
Tinplate or aluminum cap with tamper-evident band. Premium presentation for gifting and high-end retail. Full-color printing or embossing available.
All chip can production is independently audited and certified.
From raw material to finished chip can — every step quality controlled.
Paperboard tested for grammage, moisture content, and fiber direction before production.
Barrier liner (PE, foil, or EVOH) applied to the inner surface for moisture protection.
Spiral winding on automated lines with adhesive weight monitoring for consistent wall strength.
Offset/flexo printing with inline color density measurement. Lamination, foil stamping as specified.
Read our in-depth guides on chip can specifications, design, and sourcing.
Everything you need to know about the production process, materials, and quality standards.
53mm, 73mm, 83mm diameters explained. Find the right size for your product and filling line.
Which snack packaging format wins on shelf appeal, logistics, and cost? Data-driven comparison.
FDA compliance, food contact materials, and what to specify in your packaging RFQ.
12 questions to ask before signing with a chip can supplier. Includes quality and compliance checks.
Common pitfalls in e-commerce chip can packaging and how to fix them before launch.
Send us your specifications and we'll respond within 24 hours with pricing, lead time, and free design mockups.
*Standard diameters. Custom tooling charges may apply.