Material Safety | Food packaging (candy, gummies, sodas) | Industry: FDA compliant (basic safety) Base: FDA + ISO 22000 ▲ Advanced: FDA + ISO 22000 + EU REACH ▲▲ (ASTM D543: 50+ chemical exposures) | Ensures compliance with global food safety standards. Advanced: Resists harsh chemicals in acidic beverages. | Advanced versions incur higher certification costs. |
Capacity | Edible flower powder, bulk candy | Industry: 50ml (avg) Base: 90ml ▲ (doubles standard) Advanced: 135ml ▲▲ (max for compact storage) | Base: Ideal for portion-controlled snacks. Advanced: Accommodates bulk packaging needs. | Larger sizes may limit portability in travel scenarios. |
Sealing Mechanism | Beverages, resealable access | Industry: Simple screw cap Base: Tamper-evident lid ▲ Advanced: Pull-ring + tamper seal ▲▲ | Advanced: Prevents tampering in pharmaceutical or premium beverage markets. | Complex seals may require user education for proper opening. |
Printing Options | Custom branding, luxury packaging | Industry: Silkscreen only Base: Silkscreen + UV printing ▲ Advanced: 6 methods (IML, water transfer, etc.) ▲▲ | Advanced: Enables premium finishes for high-end cosmetics or gourmet snacks. | Diverse printing options increase production complexity and cost. |
Chemical Resistance | Acidic beverages, spice packaging | Industry: Withstands 20 chemical exposures (ASTM D543) Base: 30 exposures ▲ Advanced: 50+ exposures ▲▲ (ASTM D543) | Advanced: Safely stores citrus-based or vinegar-containing products. | Requires specialized materials, increasing weight and cost. |
Durability | Shipping, outdoor events | Industry: 10J impact resistance (ASTM D256) Base: 15J ▲ Advanced: 20J ▲▲ (drop-tested from 1m) | Advanced: Reduces breakage during rough handling or long-distance transport. | Thicker materials may compromise lightweight design preferences. |