TL;DR: Standard MANKE empty snus can specifications: 70mm diameter × 25mm height, made from food-grade PP plastic, holding 15-24 nicotine pouches. This page gives you every specification — dimensions, materials, closure types, weights, capacities — for all MANKE options (Screw-Top, Snap-On Lid, Flip-Top, Child-Resistant, Custom/OEM, and aluminum). Use it as your quick reference before placing an order or requesting samples. For a full overview of MANKE’s manufacturing and ordering process, see the Empty Snus Cans Manufacturer Guide.

What Are the Standard Snus Can Dimensions?

The industry-standard empty snus can is 70mm diameter × 25mm height. This dimension has become the default for nicotine pouch brands worldwide because it fits standard filling equipment, retail display trays, and consumer pockets.

DimensionStandard ValueNotes
Diameter70mmIndustry standard across most brands
Height25mm (standard) / 20mm (slim)25mm is most common; 20mm for smaller pouch counts
Internal Volume~60ml (standard)Approximate; varies slightly by wall thickness
Wall Thickness0.8–1.2mmPP injection-molded; consistent within ±0.05mm tolerance

The 70mm standard is not arbitrary — it emerged from decades of oral tobacco packaging and has been adopted by nicotine pouch brands because:

  1. Filling line compatibility: Existing snus machinery is calibrated to 70mm diameter cans
  2. Retail standardization: Display racks and point-of-sale fixtures fit 70mm
  3. Consumer expectation: The form factor is familiar to snus and pouch users
  4. Port-to-pocket ratio: Fits comfortably in a hand, pocket, or bag

MANKE can produce non-standard dimensions (59mm, 80mm, custom heights 15-35mm) through custom mold development, typically requiring 4-6 weeks for tooling.

MANKE Plastic Snus Can Options

MANKE’s main-series PP plastic cans cover the most common brand requirements — from low-cost screw-top to one-handed flip-top. All share the same 70mm diameter so filling-line calibration does not change between SKUs.

PP Plastic — Screw-TopPP Plastic — Snap-On LidPP Plastic — Flip-TopPP Plastic — Custom / OEM
SKUMK-SNUS-PP-SLMK-SNUS-PP-SNLMK-SNUS-PP-FTMK-SNUS-PP-CU
MaterialFood-grade PPFood-grade PPFood-grade PPFood-grade PP
Diameter70mm70mm70mmCustom
Height25mm25mm25mmProject-based
Closure TypeScrew-TopSnap-On LidIntegrated Flip-TopBy design
StructureSingle-wallDual-wallDual-wall with hingeCustom
Child-Resistant❌ No❌ No❌ NoOptional
Approx. Empty Weight~12g~14g~15gProject-based
Pouch Capacity15–2415–2415–24Project-based
FDA Food-Contact✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes
Best ForCost-sensitive volume launchesPremium tactile feelOne-handed convenienceUnique dimensions or closures
Unit Price (200K+)From $0.084/pcContact for quoteContact for quoteProject-based

Note on waste compartments: MANKE’s standard 70mm × 25mm cans are single-cavity designs. Some competitors and earlier blog drafts referenced “waste compartments” as a standard feature, but MANKE’s catalog SKUs do not include a built-in waste compartment. If your brand requires a separate used-pouch compartment, discuss custom mold development (MK-SNUS-PP-CU) or select from the extended catalog on /collections/all-snus-cans. [来源: PS-001]

MANKE Child-Resistant Snus Can Options

All MANKE CR cans are tested to ISO 8317 and use a push-and-turn closure. The right choice depends on height, capacity, and material preference.

PP Plastic — Child-ResistantChild-Resistant (Triangle Logo)Child-Resistant (Triangular Prism Logo)Aluminum — Premium CR
SKUMK-SNUS-PP-CRMK-SNUS-PP-CR-TRIANGLEMK-SNUS-PP-CR-PRISMMK-SNUS-AL-CR
MaterialFood-grade PPFood-grade PPFood-grade PP6061 Aluminum
Diameter70mm69.8mm69.6mm70mm
Height25mm20.4mm23.6mmCustom 20–25mm
Closure TypePush-and-Turn CRPush-and-Turn CRPush-and-Turn CRCNC-machined CR
Child-Resistant✅ ISO 8317 + 16 CFR 1700.20✅ ISO 8317✅ ISO 8317✅ ISO 8317 + 16 CFR 1700.20
Approx. Empty Weight~13g~16g~17.9g15–25g
Pouch Capacity15–2010–1512–1615–20
FDA Food-Contact✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes✅ Yes
Best ForStandard CR complianceSlimmer CR profileMid-height CR alternativePremium brand positioning
Unit Price (200K+)From $0.097/pcContact for quoteContact for quoteContact for quote

All CR cans ship with per-batch ISO 8317 certificates, test reports, and FDA food-contact declarations. Bodies and lids are packed separately as standard (required to maintain CR certification validity during transit). [来源: PS-002]

For additional sizes and structures, including slim round, double-opening, and mini flip-top options, see the complete catalog at /collections/all-snus-cans.

Aluminum Snus Can Specifications

MANKE’s aluminum cans use CNC machining and anodized finishing for brands seeking premium differentiation.

PropertySpecification
Material6061 aluminum alloy
ProcessCNC machining + anodized surface finish
Diameter70mm (standard); custom on request
HeightCustom (typically 20–25mm)
Wall Thickness0.6–1.0mm
Empty Weight15–25g (varies by design and wall thickness)
Surface FinishesChrome-look / Bronze-look / Black / Matte black / Custom Pantone
Closure TypeCustom (screw-top, snap-fit, CR — specified during design)
MOQDetermined by design complexity
Lead Time4–6 weeks mold development + production
CustomizationFull dimensional + surface + closure customization
NDA Protection✅ CAD files and engineering drawings protected

Surface Finish Options:

FinishDescriptionBest For
Chrome-look anodizedBright silver metallicTech-forward, lifestyle brands
Bronze-look anodizedWarm copper metallicLuxury, traditional, fragrance-adjacent
Black / Matte blackStandard premiumWide premium positioning
Custom Pantone anodizedBrand-matched colorStrong brand identity

Aluminum cans are significantly heavier than PP plastic (15-25g vs 9-13g empty), which increases per-unit shipping cost. However, many premium brands accept this trade-off for the tactile differentiation aluminum provides.

A UK brand evaluated both plastic and aluminum paths simultaneously before deciding on a split strategy: aluminum cans for their premium line, PP plastic for their volume line. MANKE supported both with the same NDA, same account manager, and same production facility — a single-supplier advantage that simplified their procurement. [来源: CS-009]

Closure Types and How They Affect Dimensions

Closure type affects the can’s overall height, sealing performance, and compatibility with filling equipment.

Closure TypeHeight ImpactSeal QualityCR CompatibleBest For
Screw-TopNo impact (standard 25mm)Best — continuous thread seal⚠️ Possible with CR screw capMoist products, maximum seal, lowest cost
Snap-On LidNo impact (standard 25mm)Good — press-fit clickPremium tactile feel
Integrated Flip-TopNo impact (standard 25mm)Good — integrated hingeOne-hand convenience
Push-and-Turn CRNo impact (standard 25mm)Excellent — dual-action lock✅ ISO 8317Regulated markets

MANKE’s CR cans use the push-and-turn mechanism (base + collar + lid). The closure mechanism is built into the same 70mm × 25mm form factor — the external dimensions don’t change. What changes is the internal usable volume: CR mechanisms and screw threads consume 2-5mm of internal height, slightly reducing pouch capacity compared to snap-on lid variants of the same external size.

How Much Does an Empty Snus Can Weigh?

Weight matters for two reasons: shipping cost (heavier = more expensive freight) and consumer perception (heavier = more premium feel).

SKU / ProductEmpty Weight (approx.)With 20 Pouches
MK-SNUS-PP-SL Screw-Top~12g~27–32g
MK-SNUS-PP-SNL Snap-On Lid~14g~29–34g
MK-SNUS-PP-FT Flip-Top~15g~30–35g
MK-SNUS-PP-CR Child-Resistant~13g~28–33g
MK-SNUS-PP-CR-TRIANGLE Slim CR~16g~31–36g
MK-SNUS-PP-CR-PRISM Mid CR~17.9g~33–38g
MK-SNUS-AL-CR Aluminum (standard wall)15–20g~35–45g
MK-SNUS-AL-CR Aluminum (thin wall)12–16g~32–40g

For container shipping, a 40HQ loaded with ~480,000 CR cans (bodies and lids separated) weighs approximately 5,500–6,500 kg net product weight plus carton and pallet weight. [来源: CS-002]

How Many Pouches Fit in a Standard Snus Can?

Pouch capacity depends on three variables: can internal volume, pouch size, and whether a desiccant insert is included.

Pouch TypePouch WeightPouches per Standard Can (70×25mm)Pouches per Slim CR Can (~70×20.4mm)
Slim (mini)0.5–0.7g20–2412–16
Standard0.7–1.0g15–2010–14
Large (max)1.0–1.5g10–158–10

If your brand includes a desiccant insert (for moisture control), subtract 2-4 pouches from each estimate to account for the insert’s footprint.

The best way to confirm pouch count is to request samples and physically test your pouches in each SKU. MANKE provides 2-5 free samples per option — standard white/natural color ships in 7-10 working days.

Can You Customize Snus Can Dimensions?

Yes. MANKE offers full dimensional customization through OEM mold development.

CustomizationTimelineNotes
Custom Color (standard dimensions)+3–5 days on samplesPantone matched. Same tooling — color does not affect certification.
Custom Height (15–35mm)+4–6 weeksNew mold required. Diameter usually kept at 70mm for filling line compatibility.
Custom Diameter (59mm, 80mm, etc.)+4–6 weeksNew mold required. Confirm filling line compatibility before ordering.
Custom Closure Mechanism+4–6 weeksNew mold + mechanism testing. NDA required.
Custom Surface Finish (aluminum)+2–3 weeksAnodizing process development for new colors.

All custom projects are protected under NDA. MANKE does not retain mold ownership — the mold is yours. CAD files and engineering drawings are never shared with third parties.


Need exact specs for your procurement decision? Request a free spec sheet (PDF) → with all dimensions, weights, and material data in a printer-friendly format. Or browse all snus can SKUs to compare side by side.

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