Plastic (LDPE) Tubes | Cosmetic packaging (creams, lotions, toothpaste) | - Material: LDPE (FDA-compliant, ASTM D4217) - Capacity: 1ml, 2ml, 3ml, 5ml (ISO 1000) - Softness: Shore A ≤80 (ASTM D2240) - Surface: Screen-printed (4-color max, ISO 12647-7) - Base: Chemical resistance (ASTM D543, 24hr) - Advanced: Chemical resistance ▲ (ASTM D543, 72hr) | - Cost-effective, lightweight - Customizable printing - Advanced: Enhanced durability ▲ | - Less durable than metal/glass - Limited barrier properties |
Silicone-Based Tubes | High-end cosmetics, medical products | - Flexibility: -40°C to 230°C (ASTM D648) - Non-toxic: ISO 10993 compliant - Barrier: Oxygen/water vapor resistance (ASTM F1307) | - Flexible, heat-resistant - Non-reactive, hygienic | - Higher cost - Limited printing options |
Aluminum Tubes | Travel-friendly, luxury brands | - Durability: Corrosion-resistant (ASTM B117) - Rigidity: 0.3mm thickness (ISO 3801) - Barrier: UV-resistant coating (ASTM D1434) | - Durable, sleek appearance - Resists crushing | - Heavier than plastic - Eco-unfriendly (non-recyclable variants) |
Glass Tubes | Luxury skincare, niche markets | - Clarity: >90% transparency (ASTM D1003) - Non-reactive: Neutral pH (ISO 719) | - Non-reactive, transparent - Aesthetic appeal | - Fragile, heavy - Higher breakage risk |
Paper/Cardboard Tubes | Eco-conscious, temporary packaging | - Compostable: ASTM D6400 compliant - Weight: 285 GSM (ISO 3801) - Water resistance: 12hr submersion (ISO 2758) | - Eco-friendly, cost-effective - Lightweight | - Limited barrier properties - Short shelf life |
Biodegradable Tubes | Sustainable brands, short-term use | - Biodegradability: 180-day composting (ASTM D6400) - Barrier: 12hr moisture resistance (ISO 2758) - Thickness: 0.5mm (ISO 3801) | - Environmentally friendly - Meets sustainability goals | - Less durable than plastic - Higher production costs |