TL;DR: MANKE manufactures empty snus cans in food-grade PP plastic and 6061 aluminum — from 10,000 to 1.5M+ pcs/month. Standard dimensions are 70mm diameter × 25mm height. Main PP options include the Screw-Top (MK-SNUS-PP-SL, from $0.084/pc at volume), Snap-On Lid (MK-SNUS-PP-SNL), Flip-Top (MK-SNUS-PP-FT), and Child-Resistant (MK-SNUS-PP-CR, from $0.097/pc at volume). A slimmer CR option (MK-SNUS-PP-CR-TRIANGLE, Ø69.8 × 20.4 mm) and premium Aluminum CR (MK-SNUS-AL-CR) are also available. All CR variants are ISO 8317 certified with per-batch documentation. This page is your hub — for deep dives on any topic, follow the linked guides below.
What Are Empty Snus Cans?
Empty snus cans are food-grade containers designed to hold nicotine pouches, snus, or functional oral pouches. They are the primary packaging format for the nicotine pouch category — a pocket-sized, moisture-resistant container that protects product freshness and serves as the consumer’s daily carry.
The industry standard is 70mm diameter × 25mm height, made from polypropylene (PP) plastic. This dimension emerged from decades of oral tobacco packaging and has been adopted universally by nicotine pouch brands because it fits standard filling equipment, retail display trays, and consumer pockets.
MANKE is an ISO 8317 certified manufacturer — the certification applies to our production facility, not just individual products. This facility-level certification means every child-resistant can we ship carries documentation that customs authorities and retailers recognize: ISO 8317 certificates, per-batch test reports, FDA food-contact declarations, and carton/load photos.
For a complete breakdown of every variant’s exact dimensions, weights, and capacities, see the Empty Snus Can Specifications & Sizes Guide.
Empty Snus Can Types
MANKE’s main-series PP plastic cans and aluminum line cover standard, premium, and CR-compliant needs. This table gives you the at-a-glance comparison. Each SKU links to the full catalog where relevant.
| Screw-Top | Snap-On Lid | Flip-Top | Child-Resistant | Custom / OEM | Aluminum Premium CR | |
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| SKU | MK-SNUS-PP-SL | MK-SNUS-PP-SNL | MK-SNUS-PP-FT | MK-SNUS-PP-CR | MK-SNUS-PP-CU | MK-SNUS-AL-CR |
| Closure | Screw-Top | Snap-On Lid | Integrated Flip-Top | Push-and-Turn CR | By design | CNC-machined CR |
| Dimensions | 70×25mm | 70×25mm | 70×25mm | 70×25mm | Project-based | Custom 20–25mm |
| Material | Food-grade PP | Food-grade PP | Food-grade PP | Food-grade PP | Food-grade PP | 6061 Aluminum |
| Child-Resistant | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ ISO 8317 + 16 CFR 1700.20 | Optional | ✅ ISO 8317 + 16 CFR 1700.20 |
| Price (200K+) | From $0.084 | Contact for quote | Contact for quote | From $0.097 | Project-based | Project-based |
| Best For | Cost-sensitive volume | Premium tactile feel | One-hand convenience | Standard CR compliance | Unique requirements | Premium positioning |
For slimmer or specialized CR options, see the extended catalog on /collections/all-snus-cans, including the Child-Resistant Can (Triangle Logo) (MK-SNUS-PP-CR-TRIANGLE, Ø69.8 × 20.4 mm).
Not sure which option fits your brand? Start with the How to Choose Empty Plastic Snus Cans guide. Deciding between materials? Read Aluminum vs Plastic Snus Cans.
How MANKE Manufactures Empty Snus Cans
Every MANKE snus can starts as food-grade PP resin, injection-molded in precision tooling with ±0.05mm tolerance. The process:
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Injection Molding — PP resin is melted and injected into steel molds at controlled temperature and pressure. Cycle time per can body: ~15-20 seconds. Multi-cavity molds produce 4-8 bodies per cycle.
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Quality Control — Each production batch passes dimensional inspection (diameter, height, wall thickness), closure force testing (snap-fit and CR torque within spec), and visual inspection for surface defects. For CR cans, opening torque is measured and recorded per batch.
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Assembly or Separation — Non-CR cans (Screw-Top, Snap-On Lid, Flip-Top) ship assembled (body + lid together). CR cans (MK-SNUS-PP-CR and other CR SKUs) ship with bodies and lids packed separately — this is required to maintain ISO 8317 certification validity during transit.
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Documentation — Every batch includes: material certificate (FDA 21 CFR compliance), dimensional conformance report, and for CR variants, ISO 8317 certificate + per-batch test reports from an ISO 17025 accredited third-party lab.
This facility-level certification distinguishes MANKE from suppliers who only have product-level certification (one SKU, one lab test, one time). Our production process is certified — which means batch-level documentation is standard, not an upsell.
Customization Options for Empty Snus Cans
Every MANKE can variant can be customized. The question is how much customization your brand needs.
| Option | Timeline Impact | Notes |
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| Custom Pantone Color | +3-5 days on samples | Same tooling. Color does not affect certification validity. |
| Custom Printing | +3-5 days | Silk-screen, hot-stamp, or in-mold labeling. |
| Custom Mold (Dimensions) | +4-6 weeks | New mold for non-standard diameter, height, or shape. NDA protected. |
| Custom CR Mechanism | +4-6 weeks | Different torque setting or opening mechanism. Mold development under NDA. |
| Custom Surface Finish (Aluminum) | +2-3 weeks | Anodizing process development for new colors or textures. |
All custom projects are protected under NDA. Your mold is your intellectual property — MANKE does not retain ownership. CAD files and engineering drawings are never shared with third parties.
For full customization details, visit OEM Services.
MOQ, Pricing & Lead Times
Volume Pricing (USD/pc, EXW)
| Volume Tier | Screw-Top (MK-SNUS-PP-SL) | Snap-On Lid (MK-SNUS-PP-SNL) | Flip-Top (MK-SNUS-PP-FT) | Child-Resistant (MK-SNUS-PP-CR) |
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| 10,000 – 50,000 | $0.099 | Contact for quote | Contact for quote | $0.112 |
| 50,000 – 200,000 | $0.091 | Contact for quote | Contact for quote | $0.105 |
| 200,000+ | $0.084 | Contact for quote | Contact for quote | $0.097 |
All prices EXW (ex-works). Snap-On Lid, Flip-Top, Custom/OEM, and aluminum pricing is project-specific — request a quote.
Sample & Production Timeline
| Stage | Timeline | Notes |
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| Free Samples | 7-10 working days | 2-5 pcs per variant, standard white/natural color. Customer pays express shipping. |
| Custom Color Samples | 10-15 working days | Pantone-matched. |
| Trial Production (10K) | 15-20 days | Full QC + documentation included. |
| Mid-Volume (50K) | 18-22 days | Volume discount tier. |
| High-Volume (500K) | 22-28 days | Production line scheduling required. |
Container Loading
| Container | Non-CR (assembled) | CR (separated) |
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| 20GP | ~210,000 sets | ~210,000 sets |
| 40HQ | ~520,000 sets | ~480,000 sets |
CR separation reduces per-container capacity by ~8% — standard across the industry and required to maintain certification validity. [来源: CS-002]
How to Start Your Empty Snus Can Order
The procurement path is standardized so you know what to expect at every step:
Step 1: Request Free Samples (7-10 days)
Request 2-5 free samples of each option you’re considering. Samples ship in standard white/natural PP. You pay international express shipping. CR samples include the full certification documentation package — ISO 8317 certificate, test reports, FDA declaration.
Step 2: Trial Order (10K pcs, 15-20 days)
Once you confirm the variant and mechanism, place a trial order at the MOQ of 10,000 pcs. This validates production quality at scale and gives your retailer or co-packer real product to test on their filling lines. MANKE cans are compatible with standard nicotine pouch filling equipment.
Step 3: Scale to Full Production
After trial order QC passes, scale to your target volume. Per-batch documentation is generated at every tier. For contract volumes (1.5M+ pcs/month), MANKE allocates dedicated production capacity with a fixed shipment cadence.
For the complete logistics guide — FOB vs CIF vs DDP, customs documentation, supplier verification — read How to Source Bulk Empty Snus Cans from China.
Dive Deeper: Empty Snus Can Guides
This hub covers the overview. For detailed guidance on specific topics, follow the links below:
| Guide | What It Covers | Read If You’re… |
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| How to Choose Empty Plastic Snus Cans → | Closure types, CR options, capacity, brand fit | Deciding which variant fits your brand |
| Aluminum vs Plastic Snus Cans → | Cost, weight, lead time, brand positioning comparison | Choosing between PP and aluminum |
| How to Source Bulk Empty Snus Cans from China → | FOB/CIF/DDP, supplier verification, customs docs | Ready to place a volume order |
| Child-Resistant Snus Cans: Procurement Guide → | ISO 8317 certification, CR variants, compliance docs | Sourcing CR-certified cans |
| Empty Snus Can Specifications & Sizes → | Exact dimensions, weights, capacities, closure specs | Confirming technical specifications |
| Browse All Snus Can Variants → | Full 21-SKU product catalog | Comparing all options side by side |
Ready to start? Request free samples → to test Screw-Top, Snap-On Lid, Flip-Top, and Child-Resistant options. Full certification documentation included with every CR sample. Or browse all 21 snus can SKUs to compare every option side by side.
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