Metal

Steel/Tin — EPR Packaging Material Guide

Steel and tinplate are used for cans, tins, lids, closures, and aerosol containers.

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What is Steel/Tin?

Steel and tinplate are used for cans, tins, lids, closures, and aerosol containers.

Common uses

Food cansTinsAerosol cansMetal lids

EPR Classification

Report tinplate, steel, and ferrous metal packaging under steel/tin when appropriate.

Recyclability: Steel cans are commonly recyclable; liners and aerosols may require separate handling notes.

Recycled content: Recycled steel content should be supported by mill or supplier documentation.

Common Packaging Formats

Format	Typical weight	Common products
Tin	20-120g	Balms, candles, specialty foods
Can	30-150g	Food and aerosols

How to Document Steel/Tin

• Ask whether the component is steel, tinplate, or aluminum and whether coatings are present.

Often Confused With

AluminumOther Metal

Use supplier source text and evidence files to avoid material misclassification. When the material is uncertain, flag it for review rather than guessing.

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