PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Aluminum foil is one of the most versatile and widely used materials in modern packaging, insulation, and industrial applications. Made by rolling large slabs of aluminum into thin sheets, it has become an essential part of daily life for both consumers and industries.

Key Properties

Barrier Performance: Aluminum foil acts as a perfect barrier to light, gases, moisture, and contaminants, making it ideal for food and pharmaceutical packaging.

Thickness Range: Foil thickness usually ranges from 0.006 mm to 0.2 mm, depending on the intended application.

Heat Resistance: It withstands high temperatures, which makes it suitable for cooking, baking, and thermal insulation.

Lightweight Yet Durable: Despite being extremely thin, it has high tensile strength and flexibility.

Recyclable: Aluminum foil is 100% recyclable and widely considered an eco-friendly packaging material.

Common Applications

Food Packaging: Aluminum foil is used to wrap fresh produce, meat, and ready-to-eat meals. It maintains flavor, prevents spoilage, and extends shelf life.

Pharmaceutical Blister Foil: Medicines require strict protection from light, moisture, and contamination. Aluminum foil provides this protection reliably.

Insulation: Both residential and commercial buildings use aluminum foil laminated products to improve thermal efficiency.

Industrial Uses: Cable wrap shielding, capacitors, transformer windings, and HVAC ducting systems benefit from foil’s lightweight and conductivity.

Automotive and Aerospace: Aluminum foil is applied in thermal protection and vibration dampening layers.

 Industry Trends

Sustainability Focus: As eco-consciousness grows, recyclable and lightweight aluminum foil is replacing plastic films in many sectors.

High-Barrier Laminates: Demand for multi-layer foil laminates in flexible packaging is increasing, especially in frozen food, coffee, and pharmaceuticals.

Technological Advancements: New foil rolling and coating technologies allow for more precise thickness control and better sealing performance.

Regulatory & Certification

For safety and export compliance, most aluminum foil products must meet international standards such as:

FDA (U.S. Food Contact Compliance)

EU Regulation No 1935/2004

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management

REACH & RoHS for chemical safety

 Global Market Snapshot

As of 2024, the aluminum foil global market is valued over $30 billion USD, with major demand from Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America. Food packaging accounts for the largest market share, while pharmaceutical and construction applications are seeing fast growth.