Tin box shapes for food and gifts
Direct Eco Green produces lidded tinplate boxes in four standard configurations, plus custom shapes from new molds. A tin is one of the few packaging formats customers keep and reuse for years, which makes it both a brand carrier and a durable container.
- Square tin box — a versatile format for tea, candy and gifts.
- Square cookie tin — a square format designed for biscuits and cookies.
- Rectangular tin box — for chocolate bars, coffee and assortments.
- Round tin box — the classic shape for tea, sweets and seasonal gifts.
The tins suit tea, coffee, chocolate, cookies, sweets, sugar, pasta, rice and non-food gifts. For a product that shows through the lid, see our tin boxes with window.
Specifications & factory formats
| Format | Material | Sizes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square tin box | Tinplate | 105 mm (4.1 in), 175 mm (6.9 in) or custom | Tea, candy, gifts |
| Square cookie tin | Tinplate | 105 mm (4.1 in), 175 mm (6.9 in) or custom | Biscuits, cookies |
| Rectangular tin box | Tinplate | 105 mm (4.1 in), 175 mm (6.9 in) or custom | Chocolate, coffee, assortments |
| Round tin box | Tinplate | 105 mm (4.1 in), 175 mm (6.9 in) or custom | Tea, sweets, seasonal gifts |
Exact heights and dimensions are confirmed in your quote, and new molds can be opened for a fully custom shape. MOQ depends on material, size and printing — it is stated in your quote.
Materials, food contact and end of life
Direct Eco Green tin boxes are made of tinplate — steel coated with tin — and are food-contact grade, so cookies, tea or candy can go directly into the tin. A tin is a mono-material pack: body and lid are the same metal, with no plastic or paper layer to separate.
- Reuse: a sturdy lidded tin can be refilled and reused many times, which is its strongest environmental argument.
- Recycling: tinplate is recyclable where steel packaging is collected; check local programs before printing a recycling message.
- Waste reduction: a durable tin replaces repeated single-use packs for products bought regularly, such as tea or coffee.
Compliance for the US and Canada
For tins that hold food, ask for the factory's food-contact declaration with your quote so you can document that the tin and its inner coating are food-contact safe. Environmental wording should stay specific: the FTC Green Guides expect reusable, recyclable or recycled-content claims to be substantiated, and California SB 343 limits "recyclable" claims and the chasing-arrows symbol to materials meeting state criteria. Mineral-oil-free inks are available on request — ask when you send your artwork. Metal tins are not covered by Canada's Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations, which address specific plastic items.
Custom printing and private label
Direct Eco Green prints tins in CMYK, PMS spot colors, CMYK + PMS, or a custom printing process, so your colors, patterns and logo come out exactly as designed. New molds can be opened for a signature shape. Tins combine well with cardboard gift boxes and other gift packaging in one shipment. Samples are available before mass production.
Why buy tin boxes 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, run on-site quality control and consolidate tins with other packaging into one shipment. For high-volume and private label orders, that means printing to your exact color standard and a lower total cost of ownership than stock tins.
Send your shapes, sizes, quantities and artwork through the quote form to receive a tailored quote within 48 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Are Direct Eco Green tin boxes food-safe?
Yes. Direct Eco Green tin boxes are made of food-contact grade tinplate, suitable for cookies, tea, coffee, chocolate and candy. Ask for the factory's food-contact declaration with your quote.
What shapes are available for custom tin boxes?
Custom tin boxes are available in square, square cookie, rectangular and round shapes. Direct Eco Green can also open a new mold for a custom shape.
What sizes do the tin boxes come in?
Standard tin boxes are offered at 105 mm (4.1 in) and 175 mm (6.9 in), plus custom dimensions. Exact heights are confirmed in the quote according to your product.
How are tin boxes printed?
Tin boxes are printed in CMYK, PMS spot colors, CMYK + PMS or a custom process, with your colors, patterns and logo. Mineral-oil-free inks are available on request.
Are tin boxes recyclable?
Tinplate tin boxes are recyclable where steel packaging is collected, and they are often reused by customers for years. Check local programs and California SB 343 criteria before printing a recyclable claim.
