Taste: Cans protect product integrity

Aluminum cans help to preserve the quality of drinks for a long time. Aluminum cans are completely impervious to oxygen, sun, moisture, and other contaminants. They don’t rust, are corrosion-resistant, and have one of the longest shelf lives of any packaging.

Sustainability: Cans are better for the planet

Today, aluminum cans are the most recycled beverage container since they are the most valuable box in the bin. 70% of the metal in an average can is recycled. It can be recycled time and time again in a true closed-loop recycling process, while glass and plastic are usually down-cycled into items like carpet fiber or landfill liners.

Innovation: Cans enhance brands

Can showcase brands with a unique, wrap-around canvas. With a full 360˚ of printing space, can maximize the branding opportunity, capturing attention and driving consumer interest. 72% of consumers say cans are the best packaging for delivering excellent graphics vs. only 16% for glass bottles and 12% for plastic bottles.

Performance: Cans are better for the refreshment on the go

Beverage cans are prized for their portability and convenience. Durable, lightweight, they chill faster and are a perfect match for active lifestyles without the possibility of accidental breakage. Cans are also ideal for use in outdoor venues where glass bottles are prohibited, such as arenas, festivals, and sporting events, enabling consumers to enjoy their favorite beverages whenever and wherever they choose.

Consumers surveyed preferred cans, according to the Can Manufacturers Institute, because they:

• Feel cooler and more refreshing – 69%
• Are easy to grab on the go – 68%
• Are easier to carry and less likely to be damaged than other packages. – 67%
• Provide a fast recharging and refreshing alternative – 57%

Shipping efficiency: the weight advantage

Aluminum cans are light and can be stacked easily. This reduces storage and shipping costs while also lowering overall transportation carbon emissions through logistics and supply chains.