Introduction to Metallized Paper for Tuna Labels
Property | Unit | Specification |
---|---|---|
Basis Weight |
g/m² |
65, 75, 85, 95 |
Thickness |
μm |
55 ± 3, 65 ± 3, 75 ± 3 |
Aluminum Layer Thickness |
nm |
30-50 |
Gloss (75°) |
GU |
≥ 75 |
Opacity |
% |
≥ 85 |
Tensile Strength (MD/TD) |
N/15mm |
≥ 35/18 |
Moisture Resistance |
% |
High (for refrigeration & condensation) |
Printability |
- |
Compatible with flexo, offset, and gravure printing |
Surface Tension |
mN/m |
≥ 38 |
Heat Resistance |
°C |
Up to 180 |
Recyclability |
% |
100% |
Product Types
Metallized paper for tuna labels comes in several variations, each designed to suit specific branding and functional requirements:
Market Applications
Metallized paper for tuna labels is widely used in the canned food industry, with a specific focus on tuna and other seafood products. Its market applications include:
Technical Advantages
Market Trend Analysis
Market Size and Growth Drivers
The global market for metallized paper used in tuna labels is expected to reach $120 million by 2025, growing by approximately 22.4% from $98 million in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.7%. This growth is primarily driven by the following factors:
Tuna Consumption Upgrade: The global tuna market is expected to reach $47 billion by 2025, with high-end tuna products accounting for 35% of the market, driving demand for metallized paper labels.
Environmental Policies: The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive requires a 70% recycling rate for packaging materials by 2025. Metallized paper, due to its recyclability, is becoming the main alternative to plastic labels.
Enhanced Functional Requirements: The moisture resistance and pressure resistance of metallized paper meet the needs of cold chain transportation, with the cold chain packaging market driven by fresh e-commerce growing at an annual rate of 9%.
All Metallized Paper for Tuna Labels products