Three clear tube configurations for chocolates and pastries
Direct Eco Green offers transparent chocolate tubes and pastry boxes in three configurations, all closed with a metal tinplate lid that gives an elegant, tight-fitting closure and extra rigidity to the pack.
- Round PETG tube with metal base and lid — the most premium look, with metal at both ends.
- Round PET tube with tin lid — a clear tube with a molded base and a metal top.
- Square PET tube with tin base and lid — a square profile that stacks neatly on shelves and in gift sets.
The factory lists the tube bodies as PET+PLA and PETG+PLA; the exact resin composition of your reference is confirmed in the quote. Typical contents are pralines, truffles, dragées, macarons, cookies and small pastries, for retail, weddings, corporate gifts and seasonal collections.
Specifications & factory formats
| Format | Material | Size | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round tube, metal base and lid | Clear PETG + tinplate | 45 mm (1.8 in), 65 mm (2.6 in) or custom | Premium chocolates, gift sets |
| Round tube, tin lid | Clear PET + tinplate lid | 45 mm (1.8 in), 65 mm (2.6 in) or custom | Dragées, macarons, cookies |
| Square tube, tin base and lid | Clear PET + tinplate | 45 mm (1.8 in), 65 mm (2.6 in) or custom | Shelf display, stacked assortments |
PET and PETG can be thermoformed, so custom heights and shapes are possible. MOQ depends on material, size and printing — it is stated in your quote.
Materials, food contact and end of life
The PET and PETG used for these tubes is food-contact grade, crystal clear and very resistant: it withstands pressure without cracking, which protects fragile pastries in transit. The tinplate lids and bases add rigidity and a premium feel.
For honest end-of-life messaging, keep in mind that the tube is a multi-material pack:
- Separate the clear plastic body from the metal lid and base before disposal.
- PET is recyclable where facilities accept it; PETG is accepted in fewer programs, so check locally before claiming it.
- Tinplate is recyclable where steel packaging is collected.
Because the tube is sturdy and reclosable, many end customers keep it for storage, which is a credible reuse message for your brand.
Compliance for the US and Canada
Ask for the factory's food-contact declaration with your quote so you can document that the tube is food-contact safe for chocolate and baked goods. If you want to print a recycling message, the FTC Green Guides require it to be qualified where facilities are not widely available, and California SB 343 restricts the chasing-arrows symbol and "recyclable" claims to materials that meet state criteria. Mineral-oil-free inks for the printed lid are available on request — ask when you send your artwork. For Canada, the Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations target expanded polystyrene, PVC, oxo-degradable and carbon-black plastics, none of which are used in these tubes.
Custom printing and private label
Direct Eco Green customizes chocolate tubes in color, size and logo: printing on the tin lid, colored metal parts, custom tube heights and private label packing. The tubes pair well with our chocolate and macaron boxes and the wider candy, liquor and wine packaging range. Samples are available before mass production.
Why buy chocolate tubes factory-direct from Direct Eco Green
Direct Eco Green is a manufacturer and sourcing partner, not a distributor: we work with audited partner factories in Asia and Europe, carry out on-site quality control and consolidate several references into one shipment. For high-volume confectionery orders, that means packaging built to your specification and a lower total cost of ownership than re-sold stock.
Send your sizes, quantities and artwork through the quote form to receive a tailored quote within 48 hours.
Frequently asked questions
What are Direct Eco Green chocolate tubes made of?
Direct Eco Green chocolate tubes have a clear PET or PETG body and a tinplate lid, with a tinplate base on some models. The exact resin composition of each reference is confirmed in the quote.
Are the clear chocolate tubes food-contact safe?
Yes. The PET and PETG chocolate tubes are made from food-contact grade material suitable for chocolates, macarons and cookies. You can request the factory's food-contact declaration with your quote.
Are PET chocolate tubes recyclable?
A PET chocolate tube is recyclable where facilities accept PET, once the metal lid and base are removed; PETG is accepted in fewer programs. Qualify any recycling claim according to the FTC Green Guides and California SB 343.
What sizes are the chocolate tube packaging and pastry boxes?
Standard chocolate tubes are offered in 45 mm (1.8 in) and 65 mm (2.6 in) sizes, in round or square profiles. Custom sizes and heights can be thermoformed on request.
Can I print my logo on the chocolate tubes?
Yes. Direct Eco Green prints your logo and colors on the chocolate tube packaging, typically on the tin lid. Samples are sent before mass production for approval.
