Multi-Layer Laminated Tube for Toothpaste Plastic Packaging

About multi-layer laminated tube

The multi-layer laminated tube is usually called laminated tube or toothpaste tube for short.  Because it has been used a lot as packaging of toothpaste.  Just as what it is called, the laminated tube for toothpaste is usually attached with flip cap. The laminated tube is actually a hybrid packaging.  The laminated tube composes five layers including outer PE layer, adhesive bonding layer, EVOH aluminum bonding layer, adhesive bonding layer and PE outer layer.

The oval laminated tube presents white or silver color on the surface.  The silver one has solid strong metallic exterior, which makes it possible to print complicated artwork.

Some particular products need strong restrict against light, oxygen and moisture. These products are volatile substances, meanwhile they are tending to absorb odor outside.  Therefore, packaging with strong isolation is necessary.  The five-layers laminated tubes can restrict the connection between contents interior and the substances exterior.

Process for multi-layer toothpaste tube

The manufacturing process for multi-layer laminated toothpaste tubes involves a complex series of steps, including printing, laminating, cutting, and crimping.

History about laminated toothpaste tube

Did you know that the concept of a laminated toothpaste tube was first patented by American inventor John G. Gleason in 1892? However, it wasn’t until the 1950s that laminated tubes began to gain widespread use for packaging toothpaste, as well as other products such as food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

The Multi-layer Laminated Tube offers a wide range of packaging options across various industrial

Common usage ranges of multi-layer laminated tube

• Cosmetics, toiletry & personal care: toothpaste, hair gel, moisturizers and sunscreen;
• Pharmaceuticals; medical ointment, ophthalmology cream or gel;
• Food and beverage; tomato paste, hot sauce, cheese spreads, energy drinks and juices;
• Industrial and household: adhesives, sealants, lubricants, detergents and cleaning agents;

Unique usage ranges of the plastic laminated tube with aluminum barrier

• Veterinary products: creams, ointments and gels;
• Paints & coatings;
• Agriculture: pesticides and fertilizers;
• Sports and fitness: muscle cream and gels;
• Chemicals: sealants, adhesive and other industrial chemicals

FQA：

1.
Q:  How is the MOQ of the multi-layer laminated tube ?
A: Our MOQ is generally 10,000 pieces each design/art.

2.
Q: How is your lead time?
A: It takes generally 15 to 20 days. It could be shorter in slow season, while it could be longer in peak season.
However we always do our best to help deliver the urgent orders.

3.
Q: Can we get some samples of the multi-layer laminated tube from you? Are you going to charge us for the samples?
A:  Storage samples are always free any time.  But it costs for running production when it comes to customized samples with your art printed, and generally it takes about 7 days to deliver customized samples.

4.
Q: Our company is just starting a new project. We’ll need the multi-layer laminated tube for our new products.  We’re looking for a metal collapsible tube type. This is the first time we work on the plastic tubes, what would be the process if we are going to order from you?
A:  We could follow the steps as:
~ We will quote you the price per your requirement about the tubes. (Basic information about diameter and length or volume, cap will be needed. If you don’t know anything about the size, you could refer to the Volume chart we provided above.)
~  Free samples will be sent to you for your evaluation or testing.
~ Customized samples will be made for you given you provided the artwork.
~ After you approved the samples, we could start the cooperation procedure.

5.
Q: What is your payment term?
A: Normally T/T 30% deposit before production and 70% balance should be paid before shipment, while it could be negotiable for the old customers with good credit.

6.
Q: What is the diameter range are you capable of with the multi-layer laminated tube?
A:  Our general diameter ranges from 13.5 mm to 60 mm.

Custom design can be printed on the ABL Plastic Tubes through different methods, including offset, silkscreen, hot stamp etc..

15 days to 25 days